Job Title: Senior Instructional Designer
Location: USA (Remote)
Contract Duration: 9 Months
Industry: K-12 Publishing

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Instructional Designer with 10+ years of experience, specifically within the K-12 publishing domain, to join our team on a 9-month contract. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high-quality, engaging, and effective instructional materials for K-12 education projects. This is a remote opportunity, offering flexibility in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop instructional content and curriculum for K-12 education, ensuring alignment with educational standards and learning objectives.
Create engaging, interactive, and accessible learning experiences across various delivery formats, including eLearning modules, print, and multimedia-based resources.
Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, project managers, and editorial teams to ensure accuracy, relevance, and pedagogical soundness of materials.
Conduct needs analysis and learner assessments to inform the development of instructional strategies.
Apply best practices in instructional design and learning theories to create effective learning experiences.
Review and edit for clarity.
Ensure that all instructional content is aligned with the latest K-12 curriculum standards, assessments, and educational trends.
Review and edit content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency, ensuring the final product meets the company’s quality standards.
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met.
Provide ongoing feedback and support to project stakeholders, offering recommendations for improvements based on feedback and learner performance.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in instructional design, with a strong focus on K-12 publishing or educational content development.
Proven track record of designing and delivering instructional content for K-12 audiences, including both print and digital formats.
Expertise in learning management systems (LMS), eLearning authoring tools (such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, etc.), and multimedia design software.
In-depth understanding of K-12 curriculum standards, learning theory, and instructional strategies.
Ability to write clear, concise, and learner-centered content for diverse student populations.
Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, editors, and developers.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining a high level of productivity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with K-12 publishing companies or educational technology firms.
Familiarity with Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and other K-12 educational frameworks.
Experience in graphic design or multimedia development for educational content.

Contract Details:

Duration: 9-month contract
Location: Remote (USA-based candidates only)

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location: Remote

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