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How much do part time instructional designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time instructional designer in California is $78,668.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,100.00 and $86,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a part time instructional designer do?

A part time instructional designer creates and develops educational materials and learning experiences, such as online courses, training modules, or workshops, on a flexible or reduced hours schedule. They work with subject matter experts to design curriculum, select appropriate instructional technologies, and assess the effectiveness of learning programs. Their responsibilities often include writing content, building interactive activities, and ensuring materials meet learning objectives—all while balancing their workload with limited weekly hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time instructional designer?

To thrive as a Part Time Instructional Designer, you need expertise in instructional design principles, curriculum development, and often a background in education or a related field. Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools (such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate), learning management systems (LMS), and sometimes certifications like CPLP or ATD are typically required. Strong communication, creativity, and time management skills help you effectively collaborate and deliver engaging learning experiences on a flexible schedule. These skills ensure instructional materials are effective, engaging, and meet the learning objectives within project constraints.

How do part time instructional designers typically collaborate with subject matter experts and other team members?

Part-time instructional designers often work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), project managers, and multimedia specialists to develop effective learning materials. While schedules may be more flexible, strong communication skills and efficient online collaboration are essential to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines. Many teams use project management tools and regular check-ins to stay coordinated, making it possible for part-time designers to contribute meaningfully alongside full-time colleagues. Building strong relationships and being proactive in communication helps overcome the challenge of reduced on-site presence.

What is the difference between Part Time Instructional Designer vs Part Time E-Learning Developer?

AspectPart Time Instructional DesignerPart Time E-Learning Developer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in education, instructional design, or related fieldOften requires technical skills in e-learning tools and some technical certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigns learning experiences, collaborates with subject matter expertsDevelops and codes e-learning modules, often working with multimedia tools
Industry UsageCommon in education, corporate training, and e-learning sectorsPrimarily in e-learning companies, corporate training, and educational institutions

While both roles support online learning, Part Time Instructional Designers focus on designing engaging learning experiences, whereas Part Time E-Learning Developers concentrate on creating and coding the digital content. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Instructional Designer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, 54% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 55% Physical, and 45% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,668 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Part-Time Instructional Designer

Yuba Community College District

Marysville, CA • On-site

$1.5K/day

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Part-Time Instructional Designer
Location
Yuba College - Marysville, CA.
Job Description
Under the supervision of an assigned Dean, develop, coordinate, and implement training and support for faculty teaching online. Develop and offer faculty workshops and online tutorials incorporating technological, and instructional best practices; develop training materials, including syllabi, learning outcomes, and visual aids for faculty workshops; identify the best online faculty training materials, coordinate and deliver online teaching certification; provide ongoing support related to online, hybrid and other emerging technologies course delivery; analyze and evaluate, in concert with IT Department, relevant equipment and software with an emphasis on open source materials.
  • Develop and offer online student orientation materials for students wishing to study online. Develop minimum standards for students to enroll in online courses.

  • The successful candidate will work closely with faculty and administrators to help them ensure academic quality of all courses delivered in an online or hybrid environment.

Essential Duties Summary
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
  • Design and deliver training related to high quality, effective online technology-enabled teaching and learning initiatives.

  • Provide training to increase distance learning success rates of students who come from a non-traditional, ethnically diverse college population.

  • Coordinate faculty online certification process.

  • Participate with DE staff, committee, and others in the coordination and delivery of college online initiatives.

  • Advise and assist Subject Matter Experts in developing and revising course content that meets course learning objectives and outcomes; integrate rich media to enhance student interaction and learning; adapt instructional materials from one format to another (i.e. face-to-face to online); assess and analyze current and emerging technologies related to online teaching.

  • Create course design templates, models and tools.

  • Attend division and general college meetings as well as participate in various division, college, and district committees related to online instruction and instructional technology.

  • Through shared organizational decision-making process, review, recommend and implement solutions related to program/course development, new design, technology adoption, initiative or change implementation.

  • Maintain current knowledge of issues and concerns under discussion in the profession - statewide, nationally and internationally.

  • Develop and offer online student orientation materials for students wishing to study online.

  • Assist in overseeing student workers.

  • Participate in program review and revision and in the development and assessment of Program Learning Outcomes.

  • Coordinate and Create Online Faculty Mentor program.

  • Act as lead evaluator for online course evaluation as directed by the DE Committee.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
  • Enthusiasm for the distance learning process.

  • Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success

  • Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance.

  • Ability to use innovative technologies as a teaching and/or student service tool.

  • Personal qualifications such as effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, ability to conduct effective public presentations.

Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications for instructors in Instructional Design/Technology at California Community Colleges:
  • Master's in instructional design/ technology or educational technology OR the equivalent
  • The District has adopted equivalency procedures which enables applications by individuals not possessing qualifications listed above. Applicants who desire consideration according to equivalency procedures must submit a completed Equivalency application.
  • Knowledge of and ability to understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications
  • Three years of cumulative online teaching experience (community college experience preferred), completion of an accredited online teaching certification program, or equivalent training within the

  • Qualifications community college system, knowledge of current theories and methods in online instruction, familiarity with Web 2.0 technologies, and understanding of online course accessibility issues and online copyright law.

  • Knowledge of learning theories, distance learning principles and instructional delivery methods. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Canvas or other Learning Management Systems. Experience with online teaching and learning programs in industry or higher education.

Physical Demands
Range/Step
Class I - VII (Based on degree and teaching experience).
Salary Range
Steps 1: $1,586.89 - Step 10: $2,657.77 per unit.
Benefits Information
YCAFT Salary Schedule
2024-2027 YC AFT Contract
EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity
Posting Detail Information
Internal vs. External
Posting Number
AS953P
Open Date
Close Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Yuba Community College District maintains an ongoing recruitment for qualified candidates to fill part-time, temporary (adjunct) faculty positions. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis, depending on the instructional and student service needs of the colleges. Applicants may be contacted throughout the year as opportunities become available. The applicant pool remains open continuously and is refreshed every two years.
Important Instructions:
  • To apply for this position, interested candidates are required to complete an online application, including submission of a Resume, Letter of Interest, EEO/Diversity Statement and Unofficial Transcripts through the People Admin application portal.
  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services.
  • It is important to note that the District retains the right to extend time limits or initiate the recruitment/selection process anew at any stage.
  • Education Code §87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he/she/they is free of active tuberculosis.
  • As a condition of employment, the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fees charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility.
  • Fingerprint clearance must be received prior to the employee's first day on the job.

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