[Hiring] Senior Instructional Designer @Stride, Inc.

Role Description

The Senior Instructional Designer will be a key member of the Curriculum and Learning Team. This role is responsible for leading the design and development of asynchronous, instructor-led, and microlearning experiences that improve learner persistence, course completion, and certification outcomes.

• Lead the end-to-end design and development of new and redesigned online courses, focusing on asynchronous learning experiences.
• Apply evidence-based instructional design principles, including adult learning theory, Cognitive Load Theory, and the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning.
• Design assessments and learning activities that support mastery, certification readiness, and applied skill development.
• Integrate digital tools and AI-enhanced strategies thoughtfully to improve learner outcomes.
• Align course materials with accessibility and usability best practices (WCAG familiarity a plus).
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to analyze complex content and ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Collaborate with contracted resources and third-party vendors to support instructional design and development efforts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to support interorganizational goals and understand partner needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Sciences, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of professional instructional design experience, preferably supporting higher education and/or workforce-aligned programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in needs analysis and learning solution design, assessment and evaluation design, adult learning theory, and learning science.
• Proven proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital course delivery environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to accuracy, consistency, and detail across instructional content and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills with experience partnering effectively with SMEs, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders.
• High comfort level with technology for communication, collaboration, and task completion in a remote work environment.
• Demonstrated passion for continuous learning and professional growth.

Requirements

• Experience designing academically grounded courses for healthcare and/or IT programs.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Experience with tools such as Articulate 360, Canvas, Moodle, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft tools, and project management platforms.
• Certifications (e.g., ATD, CPTD) are a plus.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may receive a bonus.
• Robust benefits package that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.