Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is a nonprofit organization committed to transforming education by expanding access to high-quality math and science education. The Manager, Instructional Design creates and develops online learning materials, supports hybrid training services, evaluates learning effectiveness, and leads a team of designers and content developers. The role also drives team development, collaboration, and process improvements aligned with NMSI’s mission and strategy.
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
Skills
- Job Location: 1. United States
- NMSI is a remote-first organization, allowing staff members to work primarily from their home office. Staff must have a dedicated, distraction-free workspace with reliable high-speed internet
- The Manager, Instructional Design will report to Director, Program Design & Innovation and is a full-time, regular position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the contiguous United States. Occasional travel may be required for in-person meetings, conferences, and events
- • Experienced : 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
- • Tech-Savvy : Proficiency in designing within LMS platforms and using authoring tools, with a strong preference for experience in Articulate and Articulate 360
- • Strategic Thinkers : Anticipate challenges and opportunities, navigating complex situations with clarity and foresight to achieve long-term goals
- • Results Driven : Focused on prioritizing tasks, solving problems, and delivering measurable results that align with our organizational priorities
- • Nimble Learners : Embrace new challenges with curiosity and creativity, learning from both successes and failures
- • Team-Oriented : Build strong partnerships and foster an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives and drives collective success
- • Physical Requirements: 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
- Experience in Articulate and Articulate 360
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
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