We are seeking an experienced Instructional Designer / Curriculum Developer to evaluate existing training programs, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop engaging, effective learning solutions. This role will focus on enhancing training materials, building a centralized SharePoint training hub, and establishing a scalable approach to learning and development.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in instructional design, hands-on SharePoint development, and experience collaborating with subject matter experts and training teams to deliver impactful learning experiences to improve the overall learning experience.
What You'll Do:
- Assess existing training materials, conduct gap analyses, and evaluate on-the-job training (OJT) through live observations and job shadowing.
- Design, develop, and enhance instructional materials, including e-learning courses, instructor guides, assessments, and blended learning programs.
- Build and organize a centralized Microsoft SharePoint training hub to improve accessibility, consistency, and content management.
- Identify and implement immediate improvements to existing training assets while developing a long-term training strategy and roadmap.
- Apply instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles to create engaging, effective learning experiences.
- Partner with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and training professionals to identify learning needs and develop targeted solutions.
- Establish recommendations for curriculum structure, role-based learning paths, content governance, and continuous improvement.
- Manage multiple instructional design initiatives while maintaining project timelines and deliverables.
What You'll Need:
- 5+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or learning and development.
- Hands-on experience designing, building, and administering Microsoft SharePoint sites or training hubs.
- Proficiency with instructional design tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or Adobe Creative Cloud, with knowledge of ADDIE, Kirkpatrick, or similar methodologies.
- Experience conducting training needs assessments, gap analyses, and evaluating instructor-led and on-the-job training (OJT).
- Ability to develop blended learning solutions, including e-learning, instructor-led training, microlearning, simulations, and performance assessments.
- Experience collaborating with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams, with strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Familiarity with learning management systems (Cornerstone, Docebo, Workday Learning), e-learning standards (SCORM, xAPI), and learning analytics.
- Experience developing L&D strategies, curriculum structures, content standards, and training governance frameworks.
- Exposure to AI-powered content creation tools (Synthesia, ChatGPT, Claude) and video production software (Camtasia, Vyond) is a plus.
- An added bonus is a portfolio demonstrating instructional design, curriculum development, or training content creation.