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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$85K - $96K *

Drive exceptional interior design solutions by balancing creativity with technical precision. Lead projects from concept through construction, ensuring client visions become engaging environments that...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Explore a pivotal role in enhancing user experiences through research and design. Collaborate with a dynamic team, conducting user studies and usability testing to shape innovative solutions and ensur...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of user experience by conducting research, designing interfaces, and performing usability testing to enhance adoption and engagement. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to crea...

Today

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

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining user experience design for AI-powered financial solutions. Contribute to complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, while mentoring others and shaping t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Transform visual storytelling by producing engaging video content that enhances brand narratives and product experiences. This creative position bridges technology and marketing to craft compelling mu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $121K *

Contribute to innovative program design in competency-based education, enhancing personalized learning pathways. Collaborate across teams to align educational programs with industry needs, ensuring so...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Pioneer engaging learning materials as you partner with experts to transform technical content into effective resources. Drive employee development and leverage your creativity to enhance learning exp...

5 days ago

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

$82K - $148K *

Lead impactful projects that improve global health outcomes. Engage with diverse stakeholders while mentoring your team. Drive vital improvements in health equity, quality, and population health throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $300K *

Strategize and lead digital transformation efforts, ensuring technology investments drive measurable impact across engineering, platforms, data, and operations, while cultivating a culture of innovati...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in cultivating innovative UX solutions by managing a dynamic team of designers. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to shape strategic platform access and achieve high-quality ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$90K - $125K *

Pioneer innovative educational projects as a Project Manager, leading cross-disciplinary teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery while enhancing learning environments through strategic desi...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Engineer impactful full-stack solutions by transforming business needs into polished applications. Collaborate with teams to design, build, and enhance software while leveraging AI tools to optimize d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $220K *

Transform customer outcomes as you lead program strategy, defining success and tackling mission-critical challenges. Forge strong relationships with clients and engineers to drive innovation on federa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of learning by managing immersive training projects. Oversee design and delivery of innovative VR/AR solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in a collaborative, fast-paced enviro...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow and optimize immersive training experiences by leading development projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring cutting-edge solutions are delivered effectively to enhance learning and...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project success through leadership, fostering client relationships, and overseeing all project phases. Leverage expertise in sustainable design and architectural innovation while managing ef...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $120K *

Drive revenue generation by cultivating donor relationships, managing a major gift portfolio, and implementing strategic fundraising initiatives to support educational objectives. Collaborate with sta...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to impactful organizational redesign and change management efforts, enhancing FDA operations through analytical assessments and evidence-based recommendations while supporting leadership co...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join our mission-driven team to empower students through expert advising and support. You'll utilize your sales acumen to build relationships, drive enrollment, and innovate processes that enhance our...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform ship design programs by leading engineering integration teams, ensuring cross-discipline coordination, compliance with navy standards, and program success while mentoring experts and managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $111K *

Empower student success by guiding educators in culturally responsive practices, analyzing academic data, and fostering professional growth. Drive educational equity and enhance learning outcomes for...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $115K *

Transform user experiences by designing intuitive, efficient workflows for healthcare software. Collaborate across teams to leverage design methodologies, conduct user research, and enhance product ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Shape the future of user experiences by designing intuitive, efficient software that meets user needs. Collaborate with teams to improve existing systems and innovate for the future, while applying sy...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$57K - $125K *

Join a team that's committed to developing cutting-edge technical training curriculum while enhancing instructional delivery methods to empower diverse learners and address their evolving needs with h...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative AI-powered training simulations that enhance performance and learning engagement, bridging instructional design and engineering to drive results across the org...

1 week ago

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

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.