Contract Learning Designer

Digitalpromise; United States; On-site; USD 103,320 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

Digitalpromise is seeking a Contract Learning Designer to create impactful learning experiences for educators, focusing on emerging technologies in education. This part-time position is primarily remote but requires some travel for in-person meetings.

Candidates should have demonstrated design expertise and be proficient in relevant design tools. Compensation is competitive, based on experience and project scope, with an hourly rate ranging from $75 to $100.

Qualifications

• Proven design expertise in effective learning experiences for educators.
• Strong grounding in adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience working directly with K-12 school districts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create effective learning experiences for educators and education leaders.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion.

Skills

Instructional design

Assessment design

E-learning development

Content writing

UX design

Tools

Design tools proficiency

Job description

About the Position

To sustain the organization’s scaling efforts, the Powerful Learning Team is building a talent pipeline as we strive to engage 30 million learners in powerful learning experiences. We are recruiting mid‑level to senior‑level specialized experts to fill part‑time and/or term‑limited positions. This opportunity is ideal for independent contractors who wish to gain experience and exposure within Digital Promise. Candidates must be available during standard business hours.

About Powerful Learning

The Powerful Learning team works to ensure learners have consistent and sustained experiences of powerful learning so they can thrive in an increasingly complex and technological world. Our work advances evidence-based teaching and learning, supports the design and implementation of innovative learning models, engages partners in co‑design, and helps shape the conditions under which powerful learning can flourish across schools, districts, and states.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Contract Learning Designer:

• Proven design expertise: Track record of creating effective learning experiences for educators and education leaders, particularly around emerging technologies in public education, with demonstrated results.
• Specialized skills: Expertise in one or more areas—instructional design, assessment design, e‑learning development, content writing, and/or UX design.
• Research‑based approach: Strong grounding in adult learning principles and evidence‑based instructional design methodologies.
• Collaborative mindset: Ability to work closely with other designers and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience working directly with K‑12 school districts is a plus.

Candidates should be prepared to showcase past design projects and speak to their impact. Proficiency in relevant design tools is essential. This role requires managing multiple projects simultaneously and working effectively under tight timelines.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional team members to ensure information is shared, projects are completed on time, and goals are reached.

Working Conditions

Digital Promise Global is a hybrid organization. The position is primarily remote. Employees are expected to travel at least four times a year for in‑person meetings and the annual staff retreat. Additional travel may be required based on role and responsibilities.

Physical/Sensory Demands: Fast‑paced working environment. Extensive computer usage and online engagement & communication. Must be willing to build inclusive relationships and collaborate with employees at all levels within the organization and external partners.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $75–$100, depending on experience and project scope.

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and project scope. Specific rates will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Digital Promise is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.