Welcome to the Instructional Designer Job Category

At Ladders, we provide an exclusive collection of high-paying jobs for instructional designers. Whether you're looking to merge your passion for education and technology or are an experienced designer seeking new opportunities, this is the place for you.

Who is an Instructional Designer?

An instructional designer is a professional who leverages their understanding of learning theories to create engaging, effective educational materials.

Roles & Responsibilities

They are involved in curriculum planning, educational content creation and assessment design, often in a digital environment.

Career Opportunities & Growth

With the continuing expansion of e-learning and digital education resources, the demand for instructional designers is on the rise.

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$90K - $115K *

Create engaging and effective instructional materials for law enforcement training. Collaborate with subject matter experts to enhance curriculum design, assess training needs, and drive improvements...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $151K *

Join a team that's passionate about enhancing user experience through innovative product design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create delightful interfaces and streamline interactions tha...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the advancement of professional learning systems districtwide, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and equity-centered practices. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to strengthen ins...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $106K *

Shape the knowledge ecosystem by defining content structures and frameworks that ensure reusable, discoverable, and AI-ready knowledge across multiple products, driving efficiency and innovation withi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive impactful data strategies as a Design Researcher, collaborating with cross-functional teams to uncover insights and enhance user experiences while leveraging design and research methodologies fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the UAS development for training solutions, collaborating with teams and stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in UAS operations to support Agile processes, ensu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of employee development by creating tailored learning pathways, enhancing career growth, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. Partner...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $217K *

Drive transformative learning experiences by leading a strategic team focused on innovative design, AI integration, and operational performance, shaping the future of development for frontline associa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$173K - $197K *

Empower a team to innovate learning solutions, integrating AI to enhance experiences. Drive strategic design that elevates operational performance and user engagement through agile methodologies and c...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$173K - $197K *

Empower teams to design transformative learning experiences that elevate operational performance through innovative instructional strategies and AI integration, fostering a culture of agility and cont...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$173K - $197K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful learning experiences for operations teams. Elevate training to drive performance through innovative strategies, AI integration, and agile methodologies, fosterin...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Deliver effective leadership across multiple concurrent programs, ensuring successful delivery outcomes, strong customer relationships, and partner performance while managing risks and dependencies in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive architectural excellence by evaluating and applying techniques to create comprehensive construction documents, collaborating directly with clients and contributing throughout the design process...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to evaluate and enhance architectural techniques, driving projects from conception to completion while collaborating closely with clients and peers in a vibrant and employee-owned...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on design coordination across diverse architectural sectors. You'll lead design processes, liaise with clients, and ensure excellence in project deliverab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

The Senior Design Coordinator at HDR is responsible for independently evaluating and applying architectural techniques to construction documents while collaborating with clients and project teams. Thi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Help us shape the future of diverse architectural projects, leveraging your expertise to collaborate across multiple building types and markets, ensuring successful delivery and sustainable design pra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$61K - $101K *

Empower public health stakeholders by designing and delivering user-focused training materials that enhance system adoption, improve data management, and support program success in a collaborative and...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$61K - $101K *

Champion user engagement by designing and delivering effective training materials and support for federal public health systems, ensuring stakeholders can efficiently utilize tools and processes for i...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$61K - $101K *

Shape the future of public health training through user-centered design and delivery of impactful materials. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system understanding and usability for diverse aud...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential to lead programmatic strategies, shape best practices, and empower teams to excel in the DSP landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders and transform our approach to digital advert...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

Play a key role in managing large-scale, cross-departmental projects, ensuring timely delivery, effective communication, and resource allocation to enhance brand awareness in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate user experiences by leading design initiatives and optimizing our design system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to deliver high-quality solutions while men...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining user experience across educational platforms. In this hands-on role, you'll lead design initiatives, collaborate with product managers, and ensure the effective use of ou...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Engage in a pivotal role delivering Identity Management solutions, leading clients through software implementations and collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring customer success and satisfa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What degree do I need to be an instructional designer?question toggle

    Most instructional designer roles require at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. However, experience can sometimes be a substitute for formal education.

  • What skills are required for instructional design jobs?question toggle

    Key skills include knowledge of learning theories, proficiency in multimedia design tools, and a strong understanding of assessment strategies.