Instructional Designer (eLearning)

Pinnacle Technical Resources

Boston, Massachusetts(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$54 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adult Learning, Animation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Audio Editing, Banking Services, Communication Skills, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Consulting, Content Development, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Design Evaluation, Design Services, Educational Technology, Financial Regulations, Graphics, Instructional Design, Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Music and Audio Software, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Programming Tools, Project/Program Management, Set Goals, Storyboards, Team Player, Training Program, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, eLearning
LOCATION
Boston, Massachusetts
POSTED
1 day ago
Instructional Designer (eLearning)
Location: Remote (EST Preferred)
Employment Type: W2 Contract
Type of Hire Contract

Job Summary:
  • Works with the Program manager and aligns with the prepared learning strategy.
  • Conducts comprehensive job and task analyses and needs assessments to identify appropriate training and performance learning solutions.
  • Will be engaged to design online self-paced, skill-based e-learning courses.
  • Designs individual course goals, overall learning objectives, and module-level objectives.
  • Collaborates with subject matter experts to develop complex training curricula and programs.
  • Applies advanced eLearning technologies to create highly interactive digital learning experiences.
  • Develops and implements evaluation strategies to ensure learning outcomes are achieved, including support for the creation of valid, criterion-referenced assessments.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducts in-depth job and task analyses and needs assessments to define learning objectives and determine effective training and performance improvement solutions.
  • Consults with Program manager and aligned Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) to develop training curricula and to establish individual program goals, overarching program objectives, and detailed module objectives.
  • Designs curriculum plans that support sustained employee performance and development over time.
  • Applies instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create course content, working independently and in close collaboration with subject matter experts, management, trainers, and eLearning specialists.
  • At this level, independently designs and develops new training programs from inception, beginning with formal training needs analysis.
  • Collaborate with the Program Manager regarding appropriate instructional strategies, delivery methods, and media based on audience characteristics, learning styles, content complexity, learner location, and stage within the learning process.
  • Designs training primarily for self-paced skill-based e-learning, but may include multiple delivery modalities, including instructor-led classroom training, virtual classroom instruction, and blended learning approaches.
  • Instructional methodologies may include lectures, role plays, simulations, self-study, on-the-job training, and computer-based learning.
  • Partners with eLearning specialist to develop complex e-learning programs and applications.
  • Reviews evaluation data, assessment results, and participant and manager feedback to assess training effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
  • Works with the Program Manager to design evaluation strategies and measurement tools to determine whether targeted learning and performance outcomes have been achieved.
  • Assists in the development of valid, criterion-referenced assessments.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5 plus years of instructional design experience. A Master’s degree in Instructional Design or a related field is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience designing training for complex subject matter across multiple delivery modalities, including instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced eLearning.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with course authoring tools, graphics, animation, and audio editing software.
  • Strong project management skills: experience with Wrike is a plus.
  • Excellent creative, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
  • Possesses broad knowledge of instructional technologies and advanced proficiency in eLearning development tools, with the ability to extend standard functionality through limited custom programming.
  • Clear and effective design of translating learning into Storyboards.
  • Excellent ability to leverage Design Methodologies: ADDIE / SAM.
  • Strong ability to leverage AI tools.
Technical Skills:
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Rise 360
  • Vyond
  • Veed
  • Camtasia
  • Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Note:
Manager Intake Call Notes:
  • Duration: Roughly 24 weeks
  • Location: Remote (EST preferred)
  • Contract to Hire: Possible for the right fit
  • Previous industries: Insurance, Banking, Medical - any kind of fiscal/regulatory environment.
Pay Range: $50 - $54/hour on W2

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work.

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