Instructional Designer

In the Instructional Designer role, you will support the rapid development and launch of an online learning program using the Moodle learning management system (LMS). The Instructional Designer will be focused on building course modules, integrating multimedia learning resources, and ensuring an engaging, accessible, and user-friendly learner experience. This is a 3-month temporary part-time position (20 hours per week), with the possibility of extension contingent upon funding.

Duties to include but not limited to:

* Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs), faculty, and program staff to design and develop asynchronous course modules in Moodle.
* Creating or adapting instructional materials (multimedia, interactive elements, job aids, resources) to enhance learner engagement.
* Ensuring accessibility compliance (e.g., WCAG 2.1 standards) and adherence to institutional/organizational style guidelines.
* Providing technical and instructional support to instructors and staff during the course build and pilot phase.
* Documenting workflows, standards, and best practices for sustainable long-term management of the Moodle platform.
* Assisting with evaluating learner feedback and analytics to improve course effectiveness.
* Participating in regular project meetings and provide progress updates to the Project Director.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

* Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and deploying courses in or a similar LMS.
* Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles.
* Knowledge of accessibility and universal design for learning (UDL) principles.
* Familiarity with assessment and evaluation of online learning programs.
* Familiarity with online pedagogy, asynchronous learning, and course facilitation best practices.
* Strong technical skills in digital content creation (e.g., video editing, SCORM packages, HTML basics).
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables within tight timelines.

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:**

* Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, education, educational technology, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
* Experience working in grant-funded, nonprofit, or higher education settings.
* One-to-five years’ experience supporting faculty or SMEs in online course development.
* Strong content creation, proofreading, and social media skills a plus.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The hourly range for this position is $30.00 – $35.00. Actual salary range and /or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

IPRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or military status.