Instructional Designer

Post University

. Design and develop engaging, accessible, performance-first online learning experiences .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in online instructional design, course development, and the application of instructional design principles, including accessibility standards and assessment strategies. Proficient in managing multiple projects while collaborating with stakeholders to create engaging and effective learning experiences.

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Online Instructional DesignCourse DevelopmentBlackboard UltraArticulate Rise 360Generative AI Tools

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Hard Skills

Instructional Design PrinciplesAdult Learning TheoryPerformance-Focused Learning PracticesAssessment StrategiesHTMLQuality AssuranceAccessibility StandardsCurriculum AlignmentLearning Activities DevelopmentFeedback Mechanisms

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationOrganizationProject ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Blackboard UltraArticulate Rise 360SCORMAI ToolsLearning Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Educational TechnologyInstructional ContentCourse RoadmapsContinuous ImprovementAcademic Integrity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop engaging, accessible, performance-first online learning experiences
Create course roadmaps, instructional content, authentic scenarios, interactive activities, practice exercises, assessments, and feedback
Design aligned learning objectives, formative and summative assessments, and authentic performance tasks
Prepare detailed instructional content and development specifications and maintain instructional ownership
Partner with Program Chairs, faculty, Subject Matter Experts, academic leadership, multimedia professionals, and Builders
Provide instructional design consultation on curriculum alignment, program outcomes, online pedagogy, assessment strategies, and continuous improvement
Participate in Course and Program Reviews, academic school meetings, Design Labs, and collaborative planning initiatives
Use Blackboard Ultra, Articulate Rise 360, SCORM, HTML, AI tools, and other approved instructional technologies
Evaluate and refine AI-generated content for accuracy, rigor, accessibility, and alignment
Participate in testing and evaluating educational technologies, AI tools, LMS features, and digital learning products
Apply quality assurance, instructional design rubric, and accessibility standards
Review and test course content, assessments, multimedia, interactive activities, and completed course components
Identify and resolve instructional and technical issues and recommend improvements using feedback and learning data
Manage multiple concurrent course development projects, timelines, milestones, documentation, and stakeholder communication
Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, workflow improvement, and other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, or a related field
Five or more years of experience in online instructional design, course development, or learning experience design
Ability to apply instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and performance-focused learning practices
Experience developing online instructional content, learning activities, assessments, and meaningful feedback
Working knowledge of Blackboard Ultra, Articulate Rise 360, SCORM, and basic HTML
Proficiency in generative AI tools for instructional design and content development, including critical evaluation of AI-generated materials
Knowledge of accessibility standards, copyright, fair use, intellectual property, and academic integrity
Strong instructional writing, communication, collaboration, organization, and project management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
Creativity, adaptability, problem-solving, and commitment to continuous improvement