Junior Learning Designer

Saint Leo University; Saint Leo (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition - Employee and dependents

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development support

Job summary

Saint Leo University is seeking a Junior Learning Designer to support end-to-end course development. The role collaborates with Learning Designers to prepare, refine, and quality-check online course content using AI-assisted tools.

You will organize AI outputs, ensure alignment with learning objectives, and assist with LMS shell setup and accessibility checks. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related field, strong attention to detail, and comfort with AI

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in instructional design or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfort with AI content-generation tools and prompt libraries.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Clear written and verbal communication with faculty and senior staff.
• Understanding of measurable learning outcomes and instructional alignment.
• Experience with Articulate Storyline preferred.
• Higher education or online course development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist intake and planning for course development.
• Run AI-driven content generation and organize outputs for review.
• Create and format content pages with standard tone and structure.
• Build interactive activities using AI tools and Storyline.
• Ensure accessibility and alignment with learning objectives.
• Populate LMS course shell with templates and styling.
• Review and revise content with Learning Designer guidance.
• Support final course launch tasks and QA checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Prompt-based AI content generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, or related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Job description

Job Description SummaryThe Junior Learning Designer supports end-to-end course development. This role works closely with the Learning Designers to prepare, generate, refine, and quality-check online course content. The Junior Learning Designer serves as a production engine, quality filter, and process accelerator, using AI-assisted tools to generate and organize course materials, then applying instructional design judgment, attention to detail, and technical skill to bring courses to a polished, launch-ready state.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesIntake & Planning SupportPrepare and pre-fill portions of the AI course intake formReview faculty submissions for completeness and clarityFlag missing elements or unclear learning outcomesConfirm that learning outcomes are measurableCommunicate with faculty to resolve questions or gaps in intake materialsAI-Assisted Course & Content DevelopmentRun AI generation prompts to produce course structure and content draftsOrganize AI-generated outputs for Learning Designer reviewPerform initial quality scans and flag misalignment with course objectivesGenerate content pages using the organization's prompt libraryClean up formatting and standardize tone and voice across contentTag content by type and ensure alignment with stated learning objectivesIdentify and flag low-quality AI-generated output for revisionInteractive Activity & Course BuildGenerate drafts of interactive activities from AI toolsBuild activities using tools such as Articulate StorylineApply established templates to activities and course pagesTest activity functionality before reviewEscalate complex design issues to the Learning DesignerPopulate the LMS course shell and apply templates and stylingFormat pages, add media, and run accessibility pre-checksAssist with alignment checks between content, activities, and objectivesReview, Revision & Quality AssurancePackage completed courses for academic accuracy reviewTrack and organize reviewer feedbackMake straightforward edits directly; escalate complex revisions as neededMaintain version control throughout the review and revision cycleRun QA checklists and test LMS components before launchVerify accessibility compliance and fix minor issuesSupport final course launch activitiesQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. MSID a plusStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsComfort working with AI content-generation tools and prompt librariesFamiliarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with faculty and senior staffBasic understanding of measurable learning outcomes and instructional alignmentPreferredExperience with AI tools, Articulate Storyline, or similar e-learning authoring toolsWorking knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, Section 508)Prior experience in higher education or online course developmentFamiliarity with version control and course review workflowsRole SummaryProduction engine: generates, formats, and builds course content and activitiesQuality filter: catches formatting, alignment, and accessibility issues earlyProcess accelerator: reduces workload on the Senior Learning Designer by handling first-pass production workENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.NOTICE:This job description intends to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.Why Work at Saint Leo?What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!Why Work at Saint Leo?What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and HolidaysComprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)Employer-provided life insuranceDiscounted On-Campus Dining Meal PlansNationwide Pet InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts403b Retirement PlanWellness Center*Eligibility based on meeting required service period