Associate Instructional Designer

Western Governors University•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Associate Instructional Designer is a faculty learning design professional who, with guidance from other instructional designers, develops high-quality, engaging educational experiences that align with program outcomes, instructional best practices, and each course's intended scope and sequence. In conjunction with key stakeholders, this role engages in the course development process and evaluates curricular materials. Consistently applies quality standards throughout development and across projects. Passionate about learner success, this individual collaborates across teams to research, design, and refine impactful learning experiences. Supports multiple concurrent projects, tracks progress and communicates effectively with stakeholders to promote accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Basic understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development, and adult learning theory, emphasizing scope and sequence, real-world application, and measurable learning outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to learn design and develop engaging, inclusive, and objective-aligned learning experiences for diverse adult learners.
Experience utilizing generative AI and other emerging technologies appropriately.
Working knowledge of learning resource integration and alignment to program and course competencies.
Strong technical writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable content.
Adept at working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled in critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, and problem-solving with a learner-first mindset.
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Able to demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and sound judgment in navigating ambiguity and change.
Committed to continuous learning and applying innovations that enhance instructional quality and student experience.
Strong interest in exploring human-centered uses of emerging technologies, including AI, to improve learning experiences.
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, or a related field
Familiarity with: Curriculum development and course design
Translating learning objectives into engaging instructional content
Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and cross-functional teams
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly

Nice To Haves

Experience designing for adult learners, online learning environments
Experience designing within competency-based education models
Understanding of user experience (UX) principles in learning design
Ability to analyze learning data, measure effectiveness, and continuously improve course design
Proficiency with digital authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate, or similar)

Responsibilities

Supports the course design and development content for new and existing courses, ensuring alignment with instructional best practices, scope and sequence, and defined learning outcomes.
Designs and develops engaging, contextually rich, and objective-driven learning experiences that reflect real-world application and support diverse learner needs.
Applies evidence-based instructional and learning experience design strategies, including scoping and sequencing with best practices in UX/UI and accessibility, to create high-quality educational experiences.
Collaborates with faculty, internal teams to ensure instructional alignment, technical feasibility, and consistency in course design.
Evaluates, develops, and revises curricular materials, learning resources, and assessments to ensure alignment with program objectives and learner competencies.
Conducts quality assurance reviews and implements continuous improvement processes to maintain high standards of academic and instructional quality.
Ensures timely completion of course development projects within established timelines and budget parameters.
Stays current with trends in learning science, instructional design, digital learning technologies, and learner behavior to inform and enhance design practices.
Leverages system capabilities and emerging tools to enhance the overall learning experience and contribute to innovation in design and delivery.
Performs other related duties as assigned.