Instructional Systems Designer – eLearning

Prevailance•Norfolk, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Prevailance is seeking an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) – eLearning to support North Atlantic Treaty Organization ( NATO ) Headquarters Supreme Allied Commander Transformation ( HQ SACT ) Capability Development Management Support ( CMDS ) in Norfolk, Virginia. This position may require international travel approximately two to three times per year to NATO Education and Training Facilities. The Instructional Systems Designer collaborates with Subject Matter Experts ( SMEs ), stakeholders, and NATO course providers to analyze learning requirements and design, develop, assess, and continuously improve eLearning and instructor-led training solutions. This position supports the instructional design lifecycle, including needs analysis, learning objectives, course structure, instructional content, assessments, evaluation, and implementation of NATO-compliant learning products.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of eLearning development experience within the last 5 years
Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience communicating effectively with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders throughout the instructional design process
Minimum 5 years of experience using eLearning authoring tools to develop Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)-compliant learning content
Minimum 5 years of experience developing content within Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Moodle or equivalent platforms
Ability to provide a portfolio demonstrating contributions to at least 3 eLearning projects , including representative storyboards demonstrating course outline, course flow, and assessment strategy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative software
Demonstrated English-language proficiency equivalent to STANAG 6001 SLP 3333
Valid passport from a NATO member nation with no travel restrictions to NATO nations
Master's degree in Education and Training Development or a related field, such as Learning Theory, Educational Psychology, Instructional Design, or Education Evaluation; or Bachelor's degree in Education and Training Development or a related field, with a minimum of three years' experience as an ISD
Must possess and maintain an active NATO SECRET or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance

Responsibilities

Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders across NATO nations, partners, and entities to conduct learning needs analyses, including Training Needs Analysis ( TNA ), and identify learning gaps and requirements
Develop clear and measurable learning objectives aligned with identified needs and overall course goals
Design course structures, modules, lessons, and assessments to ensure a logical flow of instructional content
Develop instructional content from SME-provided source materials using appropriate instructional design methodologies, including storyboard-based and rapid-development approaches
Select and implement instructional strategies supporting engaging and effective learning experiences
Design and implement pre-assessments, formative assessments, and summative assessments to measure learner progress and course effectiveness
Develop and implement evaluation processes to assess overall course effectiveness and impact
Establish learner and stakeholder feedback mechanisms and incorporate feedback into continuous improvement of course content and delivery methods
Coordinate with clients, SMEs, and project team members to support project schedules and deliverables
Provide Instructional Systems Design support and quality assurance to NATO course providers, ensuring course materials and processes comply with applicable NATO standards and requirements
Prepare, facilitate, and evaluate instructor-led educational activities, workshops, and professional development events in virtual and residential environments
Represent the Learning Technology Section at meetings, conferences, workshops, and other activities and coordinate with stakeholders to support program objectives
Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging learning technologies, instructional methodologies, and best practices supporting innovation within NATO education and training