232 Educational Content jobs in the United States

• Design and develop comprehensive curricula, learning objectives, and instructional materials for various subjects and grade levels/skill sets.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content, validate accuracy, and ensure alignment with learning goals.
• Write, edit, and review educational content, including lesson plans, assessments, activities, and instructor guides.
• Apply instructional design principles and learning theories (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective and engaging learning experiences.
• Incorporate multimedia elements, simulations, and interactive components into curriculum designs.
• Ensure curriculum content is culturally responsive, inclusive, and accessible to diverse learners.
• Conduct research on educational trends, best practices, and new technologies to inform curriculum development.
• Participate in content review cycles, gathering feedback and implementing revisions as needed.
• Develop assessment strategies and rubrics to measure learning outcomes.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Train and support instructors or facilitators on new curriculum implementation.
• Stay current with educational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of curriculum development processes and tools.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational content creation.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles, learning theories, and assessment strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop engaging and effective instructional materials for various modalities (online, blended, in-person).
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple deliverables.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, cross-functional team.
• Experience with K-12, higher education, or corporate training content is valued.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) is a plus.

• Design and develop comprehensive curricula, lesson plans, learning modules, and educational materials based on established learning objectives and standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content, ensure accuracy, and integrate their expertise into learning solutions.
• Apply instructional design theories and models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Write clear, concise, and compelling instructional content for various formats, including online courses, workshops, textbooks, and interactive simulations.
• Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Review and revise existing curricula to ensure relevance, accuracy, and alignment with current educational trends and research.
• Integrate technology tools and platforms into curriculum design to enhance learning delivery (e.g., LMS platforms, multimedia tools).
• Conduct research on best practices in curriculum development, pedagogy, and educational technology.
• Ensure all curriculum materials meet accessibility standards and diverse learner needs.
• Participate in pilot testing of new programs and collect feedback for continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple curriculum projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Provide training and support to instructors or facilitators on newly developed curricula.
• Analyze learning data and feedback to inform future curriculum iterations.
• Stay current with educational trends, research, and policy changes.
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational content creation.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles, learning theories, and instructional design models.
• Proven ability to write clear, engaging, and accurate educational content.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with multimedia tools and e-learning authoring software (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience in K-12, higher education, or corporate training environments is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing project requirements and deadlines.
• A portfolio showcasing curriculum development work is a strong asset.

• Design and develop engaging, standards-aligned curricula and instructional materials for diverse learners.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to transform complex topics into accessible and effective learning content.
• Conduct research on educational best practices, emerging technologies, and curriculum trends to inform development.
• Write, edit, and review instructional content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Integrate multimedia elements, interactive activities, and assessments into learning modules.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and quality standards.
• Participate in user testing and gather feedback to iteratively improve learning materials.
• Ensure all content meets accessibility standards and diverse learning needs.
• Provide training and support to educators on the effective implementation of new curricula.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching.
• Strong understanding of learning theories, pedagogical principles, and assessment strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with instructional design tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with educational technology platforms and digital content creation.
• Teaching experience at the K-12 or higher education level.
• Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.

• Design and develop comprehensive curriculum frameworks, lesson plans, and learning activities for K-12 or higher education levels, across various subjects.
• Write, edit, and review educational content, ensuring accuracy, pedagogical soundness, and alignment with learning objectives and standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to create rich and interactive learning materials.
• Incorporate diverse teaching methodologies, assessment strategies, and technology-enhanced learning components.
• Conduct research on educational trends, best practices, and new instructional technologies to inform curriculum development.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials based on feedback, performance data, and evolving educational standards.
• Ensure all content meets accessibility guidelines and is culturally responsive.
• Develop assessment tools and rubrics to measure learning outcomes effectively.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and budgets.
• Provide training and support to educators on the implementation of new curricula.

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching.
• Proven experience in developing engaging and effective learning content for online or blended learning environments.
• Strong understanding of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and learning theories.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail and ability to craft clear, concise educational content.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with educational technology and multimedia integration.
• Familiarity with national and state educational standards (e.g., Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards).
• Comfortable with a hybrid work model, with regular presence in Washington, D.C. for team collaboration.

• Stellar interpersonal/communication skills
• Excellent project management
• Excellent presentation skills to law faculty at conferences and meetings
• Excellent editorial skills (spell checking, writing, careful reading, editing,
• grammar) / attention to detail
• Ability to learn new software quickly

Instructional Designer

San Francisco Bay University

Category:  Staff

Type:  Full Time

Min. Experience:  Some Experience

Salary:  $75,000 - $10,000

About San Francisco Bay University:

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited, university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced Instructional Designer. SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at .

Position Overview:  San Francisco Bay University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Instructional Designer to develop and support the design of remote educational offerings to international students still residing in their country of origin. This position ensures high quality course materials are created and that courses are consistent in look, feel, design, and user experience in order fulfill their objectives and provide a quality student experience. This is accomplished through the application of evidence-based pedagogy, knowledge of educational technology tools and systems, infusion of high-impact asynchronous course design principles, and effective implementation of project management practices. This is a full-time, 12-month contract, renewable contingent upon performance review. The hybrid position is located on-campus in Fremont, CA with periodic remote work possible.

Responsibilities:

•Play a key role as SFBU delivers innovative, high-quality, student-centric education through 4+0, 3+1, and dual-degree programming that combines academic expertise with real-world applications.

•In conjunction with the Chief Learning Officer, AI Strategist, and other staff in the SFBU Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI), support faculty training and pedagogical integration of new and emerging instructional technologies.

•Design and develop asynchronous courses in Business Administration, Computer Science and General Education that align with program and course level learning outcomes.

•n coordination with SFBU faculty, develop course and module level objectives, assessments, course content and learning activities for 8-week asynchronous courses.

•Execute comprehensive quality assurance processes to ensure all course elements function correctly before deployment.

•Apply instructional design theories and best practices, such Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Bloom's Taxonomy, or Backward Design in all courses.

•Ensure the incorporation of design elements for accessibility and inclusivity, such as using American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.

•Design courses focused on learner engagement containing interactive elements that support active learning by creating interactive and engaging learning experiences, such as discussions, case studies, simulations, and adaptive learning to foster deeper learning in an asynchronous environment.

•Identify learning resources and map them to course or program objectives and competencies in collaboration with SFBU's leading-edge pedagogical practices.

•Manage projects by coordinating meetings, activities, and reporting with SFBU colleagues, faculty, and other external stakeholders to ensure deadlines and milestones are met and projects remain on track.

•Conduct quality assurance reviews on courses and implement revisions.

•Develop and revise curricular materials, including competency statements, learning objectives, and other relevant documentation.

•Review learning resources and assessments to ensure proper alignment to the intended objectives and facilitate agreement for necessary changes.

•Identify relevant tools and software that enable SFBU to deliver planful pedagogical experiences that align with the university's educational strategy.

•Gather and analyze real-time and post-course feedback, student performance data, in an effort to inform continuous improvement efforts.

•Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design/Technology or 3-5 years of relevant experience in higher education instructional design.

•Ability to facilitate and present instructional materials; effectively communicate technical information to a nontechnical audience; and establish cooperative working relationships.

•Demonstrated understanding of educational pedagogy, particularly in relation to online asynchronous teaching and learning.

•Ability to analyze and solve problems with innovative, creative solutions.

•Proven track record of implementing innovative learning solutions in higher education.

•Adaptable to work in a changing, fast-paced environment and produce a high volume of work within established deadlines.

•Must have a general understanding of web-based learning management systems.

•Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Experience with Canvas

•Masters degree in related field of study.

Salary Range: $75,000- $110,000/ year,depending on experience. 12-m nth contract renewable contingent upon performance review.

This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Application Materials:

Interested candidates must submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position and alignment with our mission and core values ( ).

• Curriculum vitae.

• Contact information for three professional references.

• Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

San Francisco Bay University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage candidates who will contribute to our mission of fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment to apply.

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In accordance with federal and state disability laws, San Francisco Bay University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the application or interview process, please contact SFBU Human Resources at mailto: .

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