[Hiring] Learning Design & Development Lead @SimplePractice

Role Description

This is a hands-on role on a small, fast-moving team where you’ll help design, deliver, and evolve learning programs across the organization.

• Partner closely on newly formed and existing programs while also contributing to upcoming ones.
• Support everything from needs assessment and design to delivery and iteration.
• Take on increasing ownership of core learning offerings over time.
• Blend learning design, program partnership, and facilitation.
• Enjoy and excel at building, thriving in a high-energy, active role.
• Be excited to grow in your role, increasing scope and complexity as the organization evolves.

Responsibilities

• Partner on L&D Programs
  • Design, deliver, and evolve programs across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, manager development, compliance, skill building).
  • Autonomously lead an end-to-end curriculum and learning design process from intake through curriculum authoring to full development.
  • Support needs assessment, solution design, and program execution alongside Talent Development team members.
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and SMEs and contribute to identifying learning needs.
• Design & Build Learning Experiences
  • Design and develop engaging multi-modal learning experiences using tools like Sana Create, Sana Live, Articulate Rise, and/or Storyline.
  • Apply instructional design and adult learning principles in practical, learner-centered ways.
  • Leverage AI tools to accelerate and enhance content creation; stay curious about emerging approaches.
  • Iterate quickly based on feedback and evolving needs.
• Facilitate & Deliver Learning
  • Co-facilitate virtual and in-person sessions across a variety of programs and audiences.
  • Fully own facilitation of a set of learning offerings over time.
  • Create engaging, inclusive learning environments that encourage participation.
  • Adapt delivery style in real time based on audience needs.
• Contribute to the L&D Function
  • Help build and improve how L&D operates as the team grows.
  • Explore how AI can support and scale learning across the organization.
  • Jump in where needed; we’re a small team and support each other.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development, with exposure to supporting or owning programs.
• Experience designing and delivering learning experiences (e.g., onboarding, manager training, compliance, skill building).
• Hands-on experience building courseware in Articulate Rise and/or Storyline; video production, animation or other media production skills a plus.
• Experience facilitating live sessions (virtual and/or in-person).

Requirements

• Strong instructional design and learning experience design skills.
• Ability to move from a problem or need to a clear learning approach (with guidance as needed).
• Strong facilitation and communication skills.
• Curiosity about AI and how it can enhance learning and L&D work.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, practical learning experiences.
• Strong follow-through and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO), wellbeing days, paid holidays, and summer Fridays.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid parental leave & Backup Care.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).