Instructional Design Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Create, implement, and deliver training programs and educational solutions for a variety of audiences utilizing best practices in instructional design and principles of adult learning.

• Develop training strategies, frameworks, curricula, course materials, and accompanying documentation.

• Employ various delivery methods such as print, audio, visual, multimedia, eLearning, and instructor-led training.

• Choose suitable instructional methods and technologies based on the needs of the audience and the goals of learning.

• Oversee the course development and design process from initial concept to final implementation.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather data and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and relevance of content.

• Promote effective communication through meetings, presentations, updates, and interactions with clients.

• Create assessments and feedback systems using both qualitative and quantitative methods to assess learning effectiveness and participant involvement.

• Review learner feedback, assessment outcomes, and performance metrics to pinpoint areas for enhancement.

• Assist in the creation of SOPs, instructional processes, and standardized resources that guarantee consistent delivery of educational activities.

• Ensure that educational content adheres to plain-language standards and accessibility guidelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.

• 4 years of pertinent experience in instructional design, learning and development, training development, or a related field.

• Proficient in applying instructional design methodologies and principles of adult learning.

• Experience in evaluating training effectiveness and implementing ongoing improvements.

• Technical writing and editing experience, along with the ability to simplify complex technical, research, and policy concepts into accessible materials.

• Experience in quality control of deliverables ensuring consistency and accuracy.

• Knowledge of AP Stylebook and GPO Style Manual.

• Document template creation, maintenance, and utilization.

• Previous experience in designing and developing Section 508-compliant online training.

• Strong skills in stakeholder collaboration.

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity tools and collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to follow through on instructions.

• Experience working with federal government clients and contracts.

• Development and remediation of Section 508 compliant webpages in WordPress.

• Background in supporting health, science, research, or public-sector organizations.

• Experience in JavaScript coding.

• Intermediate familiarity with AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and their application in project management tasks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive pay.

• Exceptional benefits.

• Programs that promote work/life balance and accommodate personalized preferences.