K-12 PD Learning Experience Designer

Stride, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Stride, Inc. seeks a Learning Development Specialist to design, develop, and deliver high-quality professional development content for the SPD platform, including online courses and live trainings for educators.

You will write, script, and create training materials, collaborate with instructional designers, apply adult learning principles, and prepare sessions across national teams. This is a virtual, contractor role with emphasis on strong writing and project management.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in education, professional development, instructional design, or a related field.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable content.
• Experience developing professional learning content, curriculum, or instructional materials for adult learners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based tools.
• Ability to clear required background check.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, and develop professional development content, including courses, scripts, decks, newsletters, and training materials.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and production teams to translate written content into high-quality learning experiences.
• Apply best practices in adult learning and instructional design to ensure content is engaging, accessible, and effective.
• Support the development of multimedia learning assets (videos, activities, assessments, etc.).
• Contribute to maintaining consistency and quality across learning experiences.
• Create live and asynchronous professional development assets for Stride leaders and teachers as needed.
• Coordinate with school leaders and cross-functional teams to develop professional development needs analyses and plans.
• Prepare face‑to‑face (F2F) and virtual professional development opportunities for Stride schools.
• Collaborate with local, regional, and national teams regarding instruction, resources, interventions, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Assess the effectiveness of national trainings and present results to stakeholders.
• Revise and update existing courses based on feedback, data, and evolving organizational needs.
• Ensure all content aligns with instructional best practices and organizational standards.
• Stay current on trends, research, and best practices in professional development, instructional design, and K–12 education to inform content development and ensure relevance.
• Contribute in the development and implementation of the overall Talent Development roadmap and strategy.
• And other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong writing & communication

Content development

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based tools

Job description

Stride, Inc. seeks a Learning Development Specialist to design, develop, and deliver high-quality professional development content for the SPD platform, including online courses and live trainings for educators.

You will write, script, and create training materials, collaborate with instructional designers, apply adult learning principles, and prepare sessions across national teams. This is a virtual, contractor role with emphasis on strong writing and project management.