Remote Instructional Designer - Science Curriculum & Learning

McGraw Hill; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McGraw Hill is hiring a remote Instructional Designer for K-12 Science, open to applicants nationwide. You will develop digital curriculum assets, including e-books, assessments, and simulations, using various instructional models to create engaging learning experiences.

You will review storyboards, lead content workflows, ensure accessibility, and mentor junior designers while collaborating with product, content, and media teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, Education Technology or related field.
• 2–5 years experience in digital content development that includes teaching and learning materials.
• Proficiency in authoring tools and LMS platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within deadlines and budgets.
• Experience using data and user research insights to refine learning experiences.
• Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital curriculum assets, including e-books, assessments, simulations, and interactive content.
• Review and refine content storyboards to ensure instructional effectiveness and user engagement.
• Partner with product management and content teams to optimize curriculum structure and delivery.
• Lead digital content workflows through all stages of development, including user testing and feedback analysis.
• Provide informal training and mentoring to Associate Instructional Designers on content development tools and best practices.
• Ensure all digital content meets accessibility (WCAG) and usability standards; identify and troubleshoot issues.
• Support vendor collaborations by managing launch meetings, status meetings and content QA; contribute to vendor status reviews.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to meet product requirements, schedules and goals.

Skills

Project management

User research

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring junior designers

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Authoring tools

LMS platforms

Job description

McGraw Hill is hiring a remote Instructional Designer for K-12 Science, open to applicants nationwide. You will develop digital curriculum assets, including e-books, assessments, and simulations, using various instructional models to create engaging learning experiences.

You will review storyboards, lead content workflows, ensure accessibility, and mentor junior designers while collaborating with product, content, and media teams.