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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$69K - $118K *

Join a collaborative team and transform educator needs into powerful UX designs. Leverage your analytical skills to design interactive experiences from concept through delivery while leading agile dev...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive talent development by collaborating with leaders to identify learning needs and deliver impactful solutions. Manage comprehensive learning initiatives from analysis to evaluation, ensuring align...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise experiences by leading complex product workflows that integrate interaction design, information architecture, and language systems, enhancing clarity and usability for a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $91K *

Elevate student learning as a Program Manager overseeing tutoring initiatives, coaching teams, and ensuring high-quality implementation for diverse educational partnerships, with strong emphasis on co...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in learning design by managing a high-performing team, driving innovative, learner-centered solutions, and ensuring operational excellence across diverse educational sectors, deliverin...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance learning solutions by leading a high-performing design team, establishing quality standards and guiding innovative curriculum development for diverse educational and corporate partners...

1 week ago

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

$82K - $102K *

Transform learning experiences in the national security sector. Collaborate with experts to create engaging instructional materials and develop training programs that enhance workforce readiness. Join...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower schools and groups to enhance their use of digital learning tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic training and consulting plans, driving effective change and fostering lear...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to transformative learning initiatives that enhance AI fluency and adoption across a global enterprise. Design impactful training programs and facilitate engagement, ensuring employees util...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by bridging engineering and user needs through exceptional technical documentation. This role requires translating complex information into clear, actionable content for training mate...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate development of instructional design for COMSEC training, collaborating with stakeholders to create effective curricula for military personnel. Ensure compliance with regulations while enhan...

Reposted yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming marketing communications within the A/E/C industry. You'll lead media relations for K-12 Education while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance brand visibility an...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative human-centered AI interactions, focusing on prompts, feedback loops, and workflows that enhance user experience across organizational AI tools an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop instructional solutions that elevate training systems for military contracts. Collaborate with teams to analyze needs, design courseware, and ensure compliance with Navy standards while levera...

Yesterday

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

$58K - $162K *

Take ownership of designing and delivering innovative learning experiences that enhance sales professionals' capabilities and performance, driving impactful business results through collaboration and...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $108K *

Empower innovation in UX design by integrating cutting-edge AI tools and methodologies to create user-centered solutions that enhance financial reporting and audit experiences. Collaborate across team...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $149K *

Develop engaging training content that enhances workforce competency and compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and iterate learning experiences tail...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Launch and lead effective training projects by managing change initiatives, ensuring quality content, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet client objectives while fostering continuous improveme...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform design operations as you collaborate with teams to organize, present, and showcase innovative concepts. Drive impactful communications and streamline processes across a fast-paced Industrial...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$78K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing engaging online learning experiences by collaborating with faculty to implement effective instructional strategies and emerging technologies, promoting access...

1 week ago

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

$67K - $100K *

Transform training for future intelligence professionals by designing and developing engaging instructional materials that bridge learning gaps and ensure effective curriculum delivery in a mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Champion innovative healthcare learning solutions by leading curriculum development, driving student outcomes, and enhancing educational strategies. Collaborate with experts to personalize learning ex...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of high-impact, eLearning strategies for complex SaaS products. As an individual contributor, you will ensure quality, speed, and scalability while...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us as a Senior Learning Designer, specializing in AI and emerging technologies, to drive innovative, inclusive learning experiences. Collaborate with faculty and teams to elevate course design ac...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower security design innovation by leading comprehensive assessments and designs for advanced security systems. Collaborate with teams and clients to create effective solutions and ensure quality t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.