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Leidos

Sr. Curriculum Developer

Bethesda, MD

The Senior Curriculum Developer will join an established cross-functional team that designs ... Select and design innovative instructional and learning strategies and associated technologies to ...

Leidos

Sr. Curriculum Developer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

The Senior Curriculum Developer will join an established cross-functional team that designs ... Select and design innovative instructional and learning strategies and associated technologies to ...

Mayvin

Instructional Systems Designer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an instructional designer or curriculum developer * Experience in planning and executing multiple long-term projects simultaneously * Strong collaboration ...

Aleut Federal

Curriculum Developer

Colorado Springs, CO

$90K - $120K/yr

Aleut is in search of a highly motivated individual to incorporate Instructional System Design (ISD ... Experience designing content across Chapman Alliance Levels of E-Learning (from basic page-turners ...

Anduril Industries

Curriculum Developer

Quincy, MA · On-site

$113K - $149K/yr

... designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered ... Strong knowledge of instructional design models and frameworks, including ADDIE, SAM, Gange ...

SEACORP

Instructional Designer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$62.90K - $85.10K/yr

You will work closely with technical writers, engineers andprogram stakeholders to translate ... Work with SMEs to formulate, format and document curriculum development and changes. Produce ...

Anduril Industries

Curriculum Developer

Quincy, MA

Design and develop curriculum frameworks, course outlines, evaluation, and instructional materials ... Work history with complex engineering or operations-focused companies or Department of Defense

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How much do curriculum developer instructional designer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for curriculum developer instructional designer in the United States is $79,711.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer, you need expertise in instructional design principles, curriculum development, and educational assessment, typically supported by a degree in education or instructional design. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), authoring tools like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, and knowledge of e-learning standards are commonly required. Strong communication, creativity, and project management skills help you collaborate with subject matter experts and create engaging learning experiences. These skills are essential for designing effective, learner-centered curricula that achieve educational goals and organizational objectives.

How do Curriculum Developer Instructional Designers typically collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) during the course development process?

Curriculum Developer Instructional Designers frequently work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure course content is both accurate and engaging. This collaboration often involves conducting interviews or workshops with SMEs to gather essential information, reviewing content drafts for accuracy, and incorporating SME feedback into instructional materials. Effective communication and project management skills are vital, as designers must bridge the gap between educational best practices and deep subject knowledge. Regular meetings and iterative reviews help ensure that the final curriculum aligns with learning objectives and organizational goals.

What does a Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer do?

A Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer is responsible for creating educational programs and instructional materials that facilitate effective learning. They analyze learners' needs, set learning objectives, design course content, and select appropriate teaching methods and technologies. Their work often involves collaborating with subject matter experts, evaluating the effectiveness of instructional materials, and making improvements based on feedback and assessment data.

What is the difference between Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer vs Instructional Coordinator?

AspectCurriculum Developer Instructional DesignerInstructional Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or related field; certifications like CPT or CPLBachelor's degree in education or related field; experience in curriculum development
Work EnvironmentDesigning learning materials, collaborating with subject matter experts, often in corporate or educational settingsOverseeing curriculum implementation, training teachers or staff, managing instructional programs
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, corporate training, e-learning companiesSchools, school districts, educational agencies

While both roles focus on education and training, Curriculum Developer Instructional Designer primarily creates and designs learning materials, whereas Instructional Coordinator manages the implementation and effectiveness of instructional programs. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in daily responsibilities and work environment.

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Instructional Designer

Instructional Designer

The University of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$76.40K - $103.40K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Title:
Instructional Designer
Job Summary:
The Instructional Design team at USF provides support to USF full time and adjunct faculty working to design or redesign their courses and instructional strategies using research based best practices in both face to face and online instruction (including hybrid, HyFlex, online synchronous and online asynchronous instruction). The Instructional Design team is part of Information Technologies Services' Educational Technology Services (ETS) department, which also includes Learning Spaces Engineering, Instructional Technology and Training, and Media Services.
The Instructional Design team provides a number of instructional design related services, including (but not limited to):
Faculty development workshops,
Individual/small group consultations,
Course design and development support,
Course video and multimedia production,
Course quality reviews.
Areas of expertise of the ID team include:
Instructional Design
Course Design
Customized Multimedia Development
Course Quality Assurance
Universal Design for Learning and Accessible Design
The Instructional Designer is a member of the Instructional Design team, composed of a mix of Senior Instructional Designers, Instructional Designers and AV/Multimedia Developers, reporting to the Associate Director of Instructional Design.
Full Job Description:
The Instructional Designer will work collaboratively with ID/ETS team members and adjunct and full-time faculty to design, develop and deliver inclusive and engaging teaching and learning experiences through the integration of instructional design principles, learning theory, research-based instructional strategies, and effective use of educational technologies.
In partnership with faculty, the Instructional Designer will manage and/or support the management of the course design and development of a number of hybrid, HyFlex, online synchronous or online asynchronous courses each semester through our online course design program. Day to day responsibilities will include:
  • Developing and conducting faculty development training and consultations;
  • Partnering with faculty and/or other instructional designers to ensure alignment between program and course outcomes and assessment, and design inclusive and engaging learning content and activities;
  • Project managing or supporting the management of the course development process to ensure on-time delivery of courses, including conducting consultations with faculty;
  • Contributing to the development of course content in the Learning Management System;
  • Overseeing the production and integration of multimedia course content;
  • Reviewing courses against University quality and compliance standards.

Instructional Design Consultations
The Instructional Designer will provide instructional design consultations and course design support to adjunct and full time faculty on a by request basis as available. These are scheduled through an online booking system, with topics spanning the range of ID team expertise.
Faculty Development
The Instructional Designer will partner with members of the Instructional Design team, other Educational Technology Services colleagues, the USF Center for Teaching Excellence, and the Provost office to provide broad faculty development programming around instructional design principles, learning theory, research-based instructional strategies, and effective use of educational technologies. This may include (but not be limited to):
  • Peer to peer faculty workshops, lunch and learns,
  • Teaching and educational technology intensives,
  • Development of articles and web content, and
  • Teaching and educational technology events such as the USF Ed Tech Expo.

Instructional Designer responsibilities as they relate to this programming may include:
  • Developing and facilitating workshops;
  • Partnering with faculty and/or providing support to faculty to develop workshops;
  • Preparing presentations;
  • Event management;
  • Preparing promotional and educational resources;
  • Developing and reviewing program evaluations.

The Instructional Designer may also lead or contribute to special projects, reports, newsletters, promotional materials, conferences presentations and other resource development needs as they arise.
Requirements
Education
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or four-year university in instructional design, instructional technology, education, communications, computer science, information systems or closely related field or related equivalent experience.

Experience
  • 2+ years experience in designing and developing a variety of online synchronous and online asynchronous learning experiences and courses.
  • 2+ years experience working with faculty or subject matter experts on course design and development.

Desired Experience
  • Master's degree in instructional design or related areas and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Familiarity with Quality Matters Rubric.
  • Experience teaching in K-12, Higher Education, either in-person or online.
  • Experience in providing faculty development.

Knowledge and Skills
  • Knowledge of instructional design principles including Backwards Design, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and accessible course design.
  • Ability to understand, analyze and diagnose faculty, staff, and student needs and translate these needs into instructional solutions.
  • Proficiency in designing and developing engaging in-person and online learning activities and content.
  • Ability to enhance web-based courses with knowledge of best practices and e-learning principles.
  • Proficiency in the use of LMS functionality, reporting, and course management; Knowledge of Canvas LMS a plus.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to manage projects in a highly organized fashion with a high attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others in the pursuit of common goals.

This is a temporary position and will be employed through HR Options. The hourly pay rate will be $40.27.
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time
Pay Rate:
Hourly
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