Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Instructure
Job overview
The Instructional Designer - CANVAS at Instructure creates innovative online learning experiences using Canvas LMS to enhance education and personal development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and building online courses in Canvas, collaborating with stakeholders, creating visual assets, ensuring accessibility standards, delivering workshops, and managing multiple projects.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $78,000 - $88,000 annually with competitive compensation, equity participation, flexible schedules, remote-friendly culture, paid time off, wellness programs, learning stipends, and technology provided.
Experience and skills
Candidates need strong instructional design experience in Canvas LMS, graphic design skills, knowledge of accessibility and learning guidelines, HTML skills, communication and organizational abilities, and a bachelor's degree; a master's degree and knowledge of credentialing are a plus.
Career development
The company offers annual learning and development stipends to support professional growth.
Work environment and culture
Instructure promotes a culture of inclusivity, support, meaningful connection, and flexibility with remote and hybrid work options.
Company information
Instructure focuses on creating intuitive educational products to empower personal and professional growth through innovative learning solutions.
Team overview
The candidate will join a fully-remote, collaborative team focused on fast-paced, high-impact instructional design.
Job location and travel
The position is fully remote with flexible scheduling and hybrid or onsite options based on business needs.
Application process
Applicants must pass a background check and identity verification; misrepresentation of information leads to disqualification.
Unique job features
The job offers unique opportunities to work with advanced instructional design tools and methodologies in a supportive, innovative environment.
Company overview
Instructure, Inc. is an educational technology company known for its flagship product, Canvas, a learning management system (LMS) used by educational institutions to facilitate online learning and classroom management. Founded in 2008, Instructure generates revenue through subscription-based services, offering scalable solutions for K-12 schools, higher education, and corporate training programs. The company has a history of innovation in the edtech space, including the acquisition of Portfolium and MasteryConnect to enhance its product offerings.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to showcase your expertise in instructional design within Canvas LMS, emphasizing your ability to create engaging, accessible, and visually appealing eLearning experiences that meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Highlight your proficiency with graphic design tools such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and Google Draw, and your experience incorporating these assets into course content for web and mobile platforms.
Apply through multiple channels including Instructure's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don’t miss opportunities.
Connect with current Instructure employees in the instructional design or learning experience teams on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent projects they’ve shared or asking about their approach to integrating Universal Design for Learning in Canvas courses.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'Canvas LMS,' 'WCAG 2.1,' 'Universal Design for Learning,' 'graphic design,' and 'HTML,' ensuring your resume passes automated screenings.
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