WGU is seeking an Instructional Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development, and adult learning theory. They will be responsible for designing and developing engaging, inclusive, and objective-aligned learning experiences for diverse adult learners.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field
- 3 years of professional experience designing and developing instructional materials or learning experiences in higher education, corporate training, or a similar environment
- Strong understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development, and adult learning theory
- Demonstrated ability to design and develop engaging, inclusive, and objective-aligned learning experiences for diverse adult learners
- Experience applying evidence-based design strategies informed by learning science and behavioral research
- Working knowledge of assessment design, learning resource integration, and alignment to program and course competencies
- Skilled in project management, risk assessment, and meeting deadlines across multiple concurrent projects
- Excellent 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 with minimal supervision
- Advanced skills 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
- Demonstrates adaptability, resilience, and sound judgment in navigating ambiguity and change
- Comfortable leveraging technology and digital tools to enhance instructional design and learning delivery
- 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
Benefits
- Bonuses
- Medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
- Health savings account and flexible spending account
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
- Legal and identity theft coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Wellbeing program
- Discounted WGU tuition
- Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
- Flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
- 11 paid holidays
- Up to 12 weeks of parental leave
