Curriculum Designer

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers; Minnesota City (MN); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers is seeking a skilled Curriculum Designer for a full-time contract. You will create dynamic learning solutions, develop educational resources, and work with subject experts to ensure quality and learner-focused outcomes.

You will design content for in-person, virtual, and blended formats, use analytics for improvement, and maintain documentation and regulatory alignment while coordinating with the team to meet project milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, digital learning, or academic program management.
• Familiarity with instructional design models, curriculum best practices, and adult learning principles.
• Proficiency in educational authoring tools, multimedia creation, and learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proven track record managing projects and meeting deadlines in collaborative settings.
• Experience with analytics, accessibility, or gamification is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPTD, ATD, or equivalent are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop instructional content, course materials, and learning modules for in-person, virtual, and blended formats.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex ideas into engaging curriculum.
• Produce assessments, interactive activities, and multimedia elements to boost learner participation.
• Customize instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and accessibility needs.
• Update and improve existing learning programs to maintain accuracy and alignment with industry practices.
• Monitor and analyze course effectiveness using feedback and data.
• Ensure resources adhere to organizational standards and educational regulations.
• Maintain documentation for materials and development processes.
• Coordinate milestones and deliverables with project managers and the team to meet timelines.
• Assist with launching new educational initiatives and support instructor onboarding.
• Stay current on instructional technology trends and learning methodologies.
• Support a learner-focused environment for ongoing growth and skill building.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Curriculum Design or related field

3+ years of curriculum development/instructional design experience

adult learning principles

project management

Tools

LMS

educational authoring tools

multimedia creation

Job description

We are seeking a talented Curriculum Designer to join our organization on a full-time contract basis. In this position, you will create dynamic learning solutions, develop compelling educational resources, work closely with subject experts, and ensure all curricular products meet our organization's quality standards and learner needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop instructional content, course materials, and learning modules for in-person, virtual, and blended education formats.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex ideas into accessible, engaging curriculum.
• Produce assessments, interactive activities, and multimedia elements to boost learner participation and understanding.
• Customize instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and accessibility considerations.
• Update and improve existing learning programs to maintain accuracy, relevance, and alignment with industry practices.
• Monitor and analyze course effectiveness, leveraging feedback and data analytics for continuous improvement.
• Ensure learning resources adhere to organizational standards and educational regulations.
• Keep comprehensive documentation for materials and development processes.
• Coordinate milestones and deliverables with project managers and the broader team to meet timelines.
• Assist with launching new educational initiatives and provide support for instructor onboarding.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in instructional technology and learning methodologies.
• Support a learner-focused environment aimed at ongoing growth and skill building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, digital learning, or academic program management.
• Familiarity with instructional design models, curriculum best practices, and adult learning principles.
• Proficiency in educational authoring tools, multimedia creation, and learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proven track record managing projects and meeting deadlines in collaborative settings.
• Innovative and detail-oriented approach to problem solving and resource development.
• Experience with analytics, accessibility, or gamification is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPTD, ATD, or equivalent are advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Contract Rate: 72,000–98,000, based on skills, experience, and responsibilities.
• Schedule: Full-time role, approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• Contract Term: Initial contract, with opportunity for extension or renewal tied to performance and organizational needs.
• Work Environment: Potential for remote or hybrid work based on position requirements.
• Professional Growth: Access to training, ongoing development, and career path opportunities in education and curriculum design.
• Team Collaboration: Engage with diverse professionals including instructional specialists, technologists, and leadership staff.
• Inclusive Culture: We champion diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.