Instructional Design and Curriculum Development Specialist
Charter College
Remote | Full-Time
About Charter College:
Charter College is a private, accredited institution focused on delivering career-oriented education that prepares students for success in today’s workforce. We specialize in high-demand fields, including allied health programs such as Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy and Nursing.
Our approach emphasizes accessible, high-quality education delivered through online, hybrid, and simulation-based learning models. We are actively evolving how career education is delivered by integrating technology, real-world skill development, and scalable instructional design to improve student outcomes and workforce readiness.
Position Summary:
Charter College is seeking an Instructional Design and Curriculum Development Specialist to design and continuously improve workforce-aligned learning experiences across our programs, with a primary focus on allied health.
This role goes beyond traditional course development. You will function as a learning architect, translating clinical, certification, and employer expectations into competency-based, skills-driven learning experiences delivered through online, hybrid, and simulation-based formats.
You will collaborate with subject matter experts, faculty, and academic leadership to build scalable, high-impact programs that prepare students for real-world performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop competency-based learning experiences for online, hybrid, and simulation-based delivery environments.
- Translate industry, clinical, and certification requirements into structured learning pathways with measurable outcomes.
- Apply modern instructional design methodologies, including backward design and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), to ensure alignment between competencies, instruction, and assessment.
- Develop performance-based assessments that validate student skill acquisition and workforce readiness.
- Partner with subject matter experts and program leaders to ensure curriculum reflects current clinical practices and employer expectations.
- Leverage multimedia, simulation tools, and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to enhance engagement and scalability.
- Evaluate and continuously improve curriculum using student performance data, feedback, and accreditation standards.
- Manage and optimize course delivery within the Learning Management System (Canvas preferred), ensuring quality, consistency, and accessibility.
- Provide guidance and training to faculty on instructional best practices and effective course delivery.
- Ensure all curriculum meets ADA accessibility standards and aligns with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or learning experience design.
- Experience designing online, hybrid, or simulation-based learning environments.
- Strong understanding of competency-based education and skills-based assessment design.
- Experience working with Learning Management Systems (Canvas preferred).
- Experience with instructional design and authoring tools such as Articulate, Rise, or Captivate.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.
- Experience in allied health, career education, or workforce training environments.
- Experience working with clinical or hands-on training programs.
- Familiarity with multimedia development, video tools, and interactive content creation.
- Experience using data and analytics to improve learning outcomes.
What We Offer:
- 100% Remote Work Environment.
- Competitive Salary: $70,000 to $90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development support and tuition assistance.
- Opportunity to contribute to innovative program development and instructional strategies.
Why This Role Matters:
This position plays a critical role in shaping how Charter College delivers education in high-demand healthcare fields. Your work will directly impact student success, clinical readiness, and workforce outcomes.
We are looking for someone who can move beyond traditional curriculum development and help us build scalable, modern learning experiences that reflect how students learn today and how employers expect them to perform.