What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Instructional Designer position at WGU Product Design?
If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
Pay Range: $60,600.00 - $90,900.00
Location: This role is located in our Raleigh, NC office.
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Additional Information
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for 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; and 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, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
Pay Range: $60,600.00 - $90,900.00
Location: This role is located in our Raleigh, NC office.
Primary Responsibilities
ra
Additional Information
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for 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; and 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, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
Pay Range: $60,600.00 - $90,900.00
Location: This role is located in our Raleigh, NC office.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supports the course design and development content for new and existing courses, ensuring alignment with instructional best practices, scope and sequence, and defined learning outcomes.
- Designs and develops engaging, contextually rich, and objective-driven learning experiences that reflect real-world application and support diverse learner needs.
- Applies evidence-based instructional and learning experience design strategies, including scoping and sequencing with best practices in UX/UI and accessibility, to create high-quality educational experiences.
- Collaborates with faculty and internal teams to ensure instructional alignment, technical feasibility, and consistency in course design.
- Evaluates, develops, and revises curricular materials, learning resources, and assessments to ensure alignment with program objectives and learner competencies.
- Conducts quality assurance reviews and implements continuous improvement processes to maintain high standards of academic and instructional quality.
- Ensures timely completion of course development projects within established timelines and budget parameters.
- Stays current with trends in learning science, instructional design, digital learning technologies, and learner behavior to inform and enhance design practices.
- Leverages system capabilities and emerging tools to enhance the overall learning experience and contribute to innovation in design and delivery.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development, and adult learning theory, emphasizing scope and sequence, real-world application, and measurable learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to learn design and develop engaging, inclusive, and objective-aligned learning experiences for diverse adult learners.
- Experience utilizing generative AI and other emerging technologies appropriately.
- Working knowledge of learning resource integration and alignment to program and course competencies.
- Strong 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.
- Skilled 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.
- Able to demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and sound judgment in navigating ambiguity and change.
- 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.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field; related experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- 2 years of professional experience designing and developing instructional materials or learning experiences in higher education, corporate training, or a similar environment.
- Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education, and is at the discretion of the hiring manager.
- Master’s Degree with less than 1 year of related experience.
- Familiarity with learning management systems, digital authoring tools, or UX principles in learning environments.
- Experience working in agile or iterative development processes.
- Experience utilizing AI tools in design and development projects.
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Additional Information
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for 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; and 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, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
- Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.
- Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
Pay Range: $60,600.00 - $90,900.00
Location: This role is located in our Raleigh, NC office.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supports the course design and development content for new and existing courses, ensuring alignment with instructional best practices, scope and sequence, and defined learning outcomes.
- Designs and develops engaging, contextually rich, and objective-driven learning experiences that reflect real-world application and support diverse learner needs.
- Applies evidence-based instructional and learning experience design strategies, including scoping and sequencing with best practices in UX/UI and accessibility, to create high-quality educational experiences.
- Collaborates with faculty and internal teams to ensure instructional alignment, technical feasibility, and consistency in course design.
- Evaluates, develops, and revises curricular materials, learning resources, and assessments to ensure alignment with program objectives and learner competencies.
- Conducts quality assurance reviews and implements continuous improvement processes to maintain high standards of academic and instructional quality.
- Ensures timely completion of course development projects within established timelines and budget parameters.
- Stays current with trends in learning science, instructional design, digital learning technologies, and learner behavior to inform and enhance design practices.
- Leverages system capabilities and emerging tools to enhance the overall learning experience and contribute to innovation in design and delivery.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Basic understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development, and adult learning theory, emphasizing scope and sequence, real-world application, and measurable learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to learn design and develop engaging, inclusive, and objective-aligned learning experiences for diverse adult learners.
- Experience utilizing generative AI and other emerging technologies appropriately.
- Working knowledge of learning resource integration and alignment to program and course competencies.
- Strong 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.
- Skilled 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.
- Able to demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and sound judgment in navigating ambiguity and change.
- 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.
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field; related experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- 2 years of professional experience designing and developing instructional materials or learning experiences in higher education, corporate training, or a similar environment.
- Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education, and is at the discretion of the hiring manager.
- Master’s Degree with less than 1 year of related experience.
- Familiarity with learning management systems, digital authoring tools, or UX principles in learning environments.
- Experience working in agile or iterative development processes.
- Experience utilizing AI tools in design and development projects.
ra
Additional Information
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for 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; and 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, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
- Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.
- Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Salary : $60,600 - $90,900