Manager, Instructional Design

NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE INC

2h•$82,711 - $95,118•Remote

About The Position

As a Manager, Instructional Design, you will play an essential role in advancing our mission. You will collaborate with a passionate team to craft and implement strategies that elevate the future of math and science education. The Manager of Instructional Design directly impacts our mission by creating and developing the learning materials that achieve NMSI’s mission to elevate the future of STEM education.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in designing and implementing LMS platforms.
Must have knowledge and experience in adult learning methodologies and instructional design theories applicable to both online and in-person settings.
Proficiency in designing within LMS platforms and using authoring tools, with a strong preference for experience in Articulate and Articulate 360.
Anticipate challenges and opportunities, navigating complex situations with clarity and foresight to achieve long-term goals
Focused on prioritizing tasks, solving problems, and delivering measurable results that align with our organizational priorities
Embrace new challenges with curiosity and creativity, learning from both successes and failures
Build strong partnerships and foster an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives and drives collective success
Remote employees working from a home office must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, use a computer and other standard office equipment, and have the capability to perform the required tasks and participate in virtual meetings, as well as occasionally in-person meetings.
Employees must be able to travel overnight away from their home office environment as needed.

Responsibilities

Create and develop engaging learning materials for online delivery, including modules, interactive resources, videos, infographics, visuals, and simulations.
Apply adult learning theory and instructional design models, such as ADDIE, to guide the development of online content.
Ensure that all digital materials are informed by current research in culturally responsive pedagogy.
Support the hybridization of NMSI’s training services by integrating in-person and online elements to create a cohesive experience for partners and training participants.
Utilize Learning Management System (LMS) platforms to deliver and track participant learning in innovative and engaging ways.
Employ authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Firefly, Camtasia) to design interactive and engaging learning materials.
Evaluate and update learning materials to ensure a high-quality user experience, effectiveness, and alignment with NMSI’s Theory of Action.
Collect and analyze data and participant feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
Oversee a team of part-time designers, subject matter experts, and content developers to create online services and materials.
Implement a shared vision that empowers staff and aligns their strengths with NMSI's mission, long-term strategy, and departmental goals.
Set clear priorities and responsibilities for direct reports aligned with organizational and departmental goals.
Represent the organization with integrity, exemplifying our values in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Delegate effectively and empower team members by encouraging autonomy and innovation within NMSI’s Decision-Making Framework.
Attract, inspire, and develop staff to ensure a strong talent pipeline, foster innovation, and encourage cross-functional collaboration.
Provide coaching, training, and resources that promote continuous learning, professional growth, and strong performance.
Cultivate an inclusive, equitable culture rooted in trust, ownership, accountability, and psychological safety.
Encourage a feedback-rich environment that welcomes challenges and bold ideas, promoting cross-functional collaboration to achieve success.
Check in regularly with team members, offering guidance and adjusting as needed.
Improve team-level systems, processes, and resource planning to enable organizational efficiency and long-term sustainability
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (85% paid for employees and a significant portion for dependents)
401(k) with up to 6% employer match, fully vested on day one
Potential annual salary increases and bonuses based on organizational performance
Referral bonuses
A remote-first work environment
Monthly telecommunications stipend
25+ paid holidays, including a one-week summer break and two-week winter break
Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 14 days per year that begins accruing with your first paycheck
A paid personal day that is immediately available on your start date
Access to LinkedIn Learning for continuous professional development
Annual gift card for birthdays and work anniversaries, plus additional perks for significant milestone anniversaries, including paid sabbaticals and cash bonuses
Nine weeks of fully paid parental leave, applicable regardless of gender identity, and includes births by surrogate, adoption, or foster placement of a child