Contract Learning Designer

Digital Promise

7d•$75 - $100•Hybrid

About The Position

To sustain the organization’s scaling efforts, the Powerful Learning Team is building a talent pipeline as we strive to engage 30 million learners in powerful learning experiences. We are recruiting mid-level to senior-level specialized experts to fill part-time and/or term-limited positions. This opportunity is ideal for independent contractors who wish to gain experience and exposure within Digital Promise. Candidates must be available during standard business hours.

Requirements

Proven design expertise: Track record of creating effective learning experiences for educators and education leaders, particularly around emerging technologies in public education, with demonstrated results.
Specialized skills: Expertise in one or more areas: instructional design, assessment design, e-learning development, content writing, and/or UX design.
Strong grounding in adult learning principles and evidence-based instructional design methodologies.
Ability to work closely with other designers and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in relevant design tools is essential.
A strong commitment to working toward Digital Promise’s mission and impact goals.
An interest in redesigning learning systems to better serve those who are historically and systemically excluded.

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with K-12 school districts is a plus.
Candidates should be prepared to showcase past design projects and speak to their impact.

Responsibilities

Develop research-based, high-quality learning experiences in partnership with school districts, state educational agencies, and education organizations.
Design effective learning experiences for educators and education leaders, particularly around emerging technologies in public education.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Work effectively under tight timelines.
Collaborate with other designers and cross-functional teams.
Ensure information is shared, projects are completed on time, and goals are reached.
Build inclusive relationships and collaborate with employees at all levels within the organization and external partners.