Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)
Job overview
The Instructional Designer at SEO supports curriculum development by designing engaging, learner-centered educational experiences that enhance online and hybrid learning environments.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves applying instructional design principles, collaborating with educators, ensuring quality and accessibility of course content, integrating educational technologies, delivering professional development, and managing course design projects.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $70,500 to $83,000 with comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental insurance, paid time off, disability coverage, parental leave, and retirement contributions.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Education or related fields, experience in instructional design preferably in education, knowledge of UX and universal design, proficiency with instructional software, and preferred skills in coding and digital tools.
Career development
The job provides opportunities to work with diverse educational technologies and methodologies, collaborate with various teams, and contribute to innovative curriculum projects, supporting professional growth in instructional design.
Work environment and culture
SEO values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment focused on closing educational opportunity gaps and promoting wellness and employee well-being.
Company information
SEO is a non-profit founded in 1963 dedicated to closing educational and career opportunity gaps for underserved youth, serving over 7,000 participants annually with programs that lead to high college acceptance and graduation rates.
Team overview
The Instructional Designer will join the SEO Curriculum & Instruction team, collaborating closely with curriculum developers, instructors, and the Research and Evaluation team to enhance course design and delivery.
Job location and travel
The position is hybrid, requiring three days per week in the New York City office at 55 Exchange Place, with candidates needing to be within commutable distance.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines instructional design with technology integration and professional development delivery, emphasizing equity and accessibility in education for first-generation and low-income students.
Company overview
SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational and career opportunities to underserved and underrepresented communities. They make an impact by offering programs in academic enrichment, career development, and mentorship, helping students and young professionals achieve their full potential. Founded in 1963, SEO has a rich history of fostering diversity and inclusion in various industries. Their revenue primarily comes from donations, grants, and partnerships with corporations and educational institutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight expertise in instructional design, particularly your experience with online, hybrid, and face-to-face course development, emphasizing learner-centered and culturally responsive curriculum creation.
Focus on showcasing skills in multimedia content production, technology integration (such as Brightspace LMS, HTML5, and digital tools like Miro or Nearpod), and your ability to collaborate with educators and curriculum teams to enhance educational outcomes.
Apply through SEO's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn, ensuring your application is submitted via multiple channels to maximize visibility and increase chances of consideration.
Connect with current SEO Curriculum & Instruction team members or the Associate Director of Online Learning on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by referencing SEO's mission to close educational gaps or by asking about recent innovations in their online learning initiatives as ice breakers.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'instructional design,' 'online course development,' 'Brightspace LMS,' 'multimedia content,' 'universal design principles,' and 'project management' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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