Online Curriculum Designer

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Industry conferences and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Online Curriculum Designer to join a remote-first team and help develop cutting-edge online educational programs. You will collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and multimedia developers to design and build digital courses that meet high pedagogical standards.

Responsibilities include conceiving instructional frameworks, creating engaging activities, and ensuring accessibility (WCAG) while leveraging LMS tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years designing and developing online courses and digital learning content.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate) and LMS.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design instructional frameworks for new online courses.
• Develop engaging learning activities, assessments, and multimedia content within the LMS.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex information into effective online modules.
• Ensure materials meet accessibility standards (WCAG) and QA guidelines.
• Stay updated with trends in instructional design and online pedagogy.

Skills

Instructional design

UX for learning

Remote teamwork

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Captivate

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Online Curriculum Designer to join their remote-first team, contributing to the development of cutting-edge educational programs. This role is central to creating compelling and effective online learning experiences that meet high pedagogical standards and learner engagement goals. You will collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and multimedia developers to conceptualize, design, and build digital courses. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative thinker passionate about the future of online education and skilled in leveraging technology to enhance learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design instructional frameworks for new online courses, ensuring alignment with learning objectives and curriculum standards.
• Develop engaging and interactive learning activities, assessments, and multimedia content integrated seamlessly within the learning management system.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts to translate complex information into accessible and effective online learning modules.
• Ensure all developed materials meet accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and adhere to quality assurance guidelines for online learning.
• Stay current with emerging trends in instructional design, learning technologies, and online pedagogy to continuously improve course offerings.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and developing online courses and digital learning content.
• Proficiency with various e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM), and user experience (UX) principles in learning.
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaborative skills for remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment offering ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including access to industry conferences and training.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture focused on making a positive impact in education.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization shaping the future of online learning.