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Sargent & Lundy

Instructional Designer

$33.37 - $50.97/hr

The Instructional Designer position reports to the Director of Learning & Organizational Change and ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to the Chicago office is required. The ...

AHIMA

Instructional Designer - Remote

$66K - $90K/yr

The Instructional Designer supports the design, development, and maintenance of a large-scale learning ecosystem consisting of 1,200+ learning modules. This role applies adult learning best practices ...

System One

Instructional Designer

Pensacola, FL · Remote

$66K - $90K/yr

Instructional Designer Location: Pensacola, FL Type ... Contract Compensation: 40.00-42.00/hr Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 Security ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Instructional Designer

Sunnyvale, CA · Remote

$66K - $90K/yr

Our client is looking for a contract Instructional Designer to join the Global Supply Chain team to help design and build the next generation of innovative supply chain trainings. The Instructional ...

Prescient Security

Instructional Designer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$80K - $90K/yr

Instructional Designer - Us Based, Remote At Prescient Security, we are on a mission to simplify security and compliance. Our core values are: * Bring Order to Chaos * Be Accountable & See it Through ...

Centric Consulting

$64K - $87K/yr

Instructional Designer Job Level: W2T Consultant Job Location ... Remote Travel Expectations: 10% travel to Chicago Job Classification: Temporary (W2T) Contractor ...

Geisinger Health

Instructional Designer (Remote)

Danville, PA · On-site +1

$74K - $100K/yr

Builds quality course assets using instructional technology and designing learning interactivity within courses. * Monitors and reviews courses to ensure compliance with standards, subject matter ...

Acelero Learning

Instructional Designer

$68K/yr

We're looking for an experienced Instructional Designer who is passionate about transforming ... Remote (10% travel) * How Much: $68,525 per year + comprehensive benefits package Why You'll Love ...

Kin Insurance, Inc.

Instructional Designer

$70K - $85K/yr

Quick Summary As an Instructional Designer reporting to the Operations Training Manager, you will ... Founded in 2016, Kin is a remote-first employer with Kinfolk across more than 35 states. We serve ...

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How much do remote instructional designer contract jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote instructional designer contract 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 is the difference between Remote Instructional Designer Contract vs Remote E-Learning Developer?

AspectRemote Instructional Designer ContractRemote E-Learning Developer
CredentialsTypically requires instructional design certifications (e.g., CPT, ATD certifications), degree in education or related fieldOften requires technical skills in e-learning tools, multimedia development, and programming knowledge
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholdersRemote, focused on developing and coding e-learning modules and multimedia content
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational institutions, corporate training, e-learning companiesCommon in e-learning companies, corporate training, educational tech firms

While both roles involve online learning, Remote Instructional Designer Contract focuses on designing learning experiences and curricula, whereas Remote E-Learning Developer emphasizes creating and coding digital content. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right role based on skills and career goals.

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Associate Instructional Designer

Associate Instructional Designer

Excelsior College

Albany, NY • Remote

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

The Associate Instructional Designer is responsible for assessing course issues and implementing solutions to resolve those issues that align with Excelsior University’s academic standards and best practices for adult learning. Working closely with instructional designers, instructional technologists, media developers, and other members of the Instructional Design and Development team (IDD), the Associate Instructional Designer ensures that course content is pedagogically sound, accessible, and aligns with Excelsior’s course design standards. The ideal candidate has knowledge of instructional design principles, online learning technologies, and assessment strategies. This role plays a key part in maintaining course quality and supporting Excelsior’s commitment to delivering an exceptional learning experience for students.

This position is based out of the university’s home office in Albany, NY with the option of considering remote candidates. Remote employees will have mandatory occasional travel for meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities. Remote employees are expected to be available during work hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Eastern time. The University will supply necessary equipment to perform the essential functions of this job (e.g., Laptop, docking station). Employees are responsible for having a workspace where they can participate in virtual meetings without multiple interruptions and noise.

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Collaborate with broader Instructional Design and Development team to support course maintenance operations.
• Apply instructional design principles to fix critical issues in courses..
• Analyze and assess course issues and apply appropriate and effective instructional strategies, tools, and assessments to resolve those issues..
• Ensure course content aligns with Excelsior’s course design standards, accessibility guidelines, and online learning best practices.
• Review and refine course content to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Collaborate with other instructional designers to enhance Excelsior’s course development methodologies and resources.

Qualifications: 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., Backward Design, Bloom’s Taxonomy).
• Relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with best practices for online learning and adult education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• 1+ year’s experience designing and developing online courses for higher education.
• Experience developing courses for non-traditional, adult learners.
• Prior experience working in a centralized course development model.
• Proficiency in accessibility standards and universal design for learning (UDL).
• Experience using data and learner analytics to inform course improvements.

The hiring salary range for this position is $55,000.00 - $60,000.00. The hiring salary range above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting.

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