Instructional Designer - Higher Ed

Unitek Learning; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Vacation: 2 weeks starting

12 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays

401K with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Unitek Learning is seeking a Full Time Instructional Designer for higher education programs in Tempe, AZ, with a hybrid work model (3 days in office). The role focuses on creating and maintaining online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses, ensuring alignment with outcomes, and supporting faculty through best practices in instructional design.

You will work with SMEs to translate complex healthcare content into engaging, student-centered learning experiences, applying adult learning theories and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience designing and delivering higher education courses.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and multimedia authoring tools.
• Strong knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Canvas experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop courses within the LMS to ensure high-quality student learning experiences.
• Create engaging instructional content including course overviews, syllabi, learning outcomes, multimedia activities, and assessments.
• Build and publish eLearning modules aligned with course outcomes.
• Collaborate with SMEs to translate technical knowledge into student-centered learning experiences.
• Apply evidence-based instructional strategies grounded in adult learning theory.
• Ensure curriculum alignment by participating in committee meetings and updating course designs.
• Review and revise materials for accuracy, accessibility, and compliance.
• Document and maintain course resources; contribute to knowledgebase materials.
• Pilot and evaluate new learning technologies and recommend tools for adoption.
• Stay current with instructional design trends and accessibility requirements.
• Support continuous improvement by gathering feedback and analyzing outcomes.

Skills

Instructional design

LMS knowledge

Course development

Writing and editing

Project management

Adult learning theory

Collaboration with SMEs

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree in instructional design / instructional technology

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Full Time Instructional Designer - Higher Ed

• Tempe, AZ, USA
  Employees work in a hybrid mode
  3 days in office
• Full-time
• Type of Position : Hybrid

Company Description

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals.

Through its family of institutions, including Unitek College of Nursing, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, Brookline College, and Unitek EMT, Unitek delivers career-focused education designed to help students build meaningful careers while addressing critical workforce needs across the healthcare industry.

Through our Workforce Solutions segment, Unitek partners with hospitals and health systems to create sustainable talent pipelines and expand access to healthcare education through employer-based training and workforce development programs nationwide.

Job Description

The Instructional Designer creates, develops, and maintains instructional materials to support online, hybrid, and face-to-face delivery of healthcare courses in higher education. This role ensures course quality, alignment with learning outcomes, and effective use of instructional technologies. The position also supports faculty and academic teams by applying instructional design best practices and facilitating continuous improvement in course delivery.

• Design and develop courses within the institution’s Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure high-quality student learning experience.
• Create engaging instructional content including course overviews, syllabi, learning outcomes, multimedia activities, and assessments.
• Build and publish eLearning modules that integrate interactive elements and align with course outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate technical or specialized knowledge into engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Guide SMEs in applying instructional best practices, align content with program outcomes, and ensure materials are accurate, accessible, and pedagogically sound.
• Apply evidence-based instructional strategies grounded in adult learning theory and best practices for higher education.
• Ensure curriculum alignment by participating in committee meetings and integrating approved updates into course design.
• Review and revise instructional materials to maintain accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Document and maintain course resources while contributing to shared training and knowledgebase materials.
• Pilot and evaluate new learning technologies and recommend appropriate tools for adoption.
• Stay current with instructional design trends and apply knowledge of accessibility, copyright, and compliance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement by gathering feedback, analyzing outcomes, and suggesting course enhancements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Please note that this position is hybrid at our Tempe Corporate Office

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience designing and delivering higher education courses.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and multimedia authoring tools.
• Strong knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Experience with course development software and LMS (Canvas experience preferred).
• Excellent writing and editing skills for instructional content.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, provide excellent customer service, and adapt to new technologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements for online learning (e.g., FERPA, copyright, ADA).
• Experience applying learning theory to develop online courses (4+ years preferred).
• Higher education administration experience a plus.

Additional Information

For Full Time Employees, We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program