Instructional Designer - Hybrid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Vacation

Holidays

401K

Life Insurance

Career development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Unitek Learning seeks an Instructional Designer to develop online, hybrid, and on-campus courses across its nursing and healthcare programs. The role focuses on high-quality course design, alignment with learning outcomes, and effective use of instructional technologies.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts to translate specialized knowledge into engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and accessibility compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years 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 Canvas LMS.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for instructional content.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop courses within the institution’s Learning Management System (LMS).
• Create engaging instructional content including course outlines, outcomes, and assessments.
• Build and publish eLearning modules with interactive elements.
• Collaborate with SMEs to translate technical knowledge into student-centered learning.
• Apply adult learning theory and evidence-based strategies to course design.
• Ensure curriculum alignment and compliance with standards.
• Gather feedback and drive continuous improvement in course delivery.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning theory

Course development

Project management

SME collaboration

Accessibility standards

Education

Master’s degree in instructional design or related field

Tools

Canvas

Learning Management System (LMS)

Multimedia authoring tools

Job 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
• 12paid Holidays and 2Floating 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