Kaplan is a global educational services company that provides individuals, universities, and businesses with a diverse array of services, including higher and professional education, test preparation, language training, corporate and leadership training, and student recruitment, online enablement and other university support services. Our company was founded in 1938 in Stanley Kaplan’s Brooklyn, NY home with a mission to help children of immigrants advance their dream of going to college. From those humble beginnings, Kaplan has grown into an enterprise operating in 28 countries and serving nearly a million students and thousands of corporate and university clients. Throughout our history, Kaplan has remained committed to our founding mission of expanding educational access and transforming learning through new technologies. We are always moving forward—innovating, adapting, and bringing education into the future. The vast breadth and scale of our capabilities and diverse offerings set us apart, allowing our students and partners to advance further, faster. Kaplan is a subsidiary of the Graham Holdings Company.

Job Title

Instructional Designer

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Instructional Designer I is expected to collaborate with the design and development of innovative, results-driven learning solutions using sound instructional design methodologies and appropriate learning modalities for a variety of delivery methods. This includes blended initiatives, e-learning, classroom learning, virtual instruction, gamification, and other web-based and multimedia learning, as well as on-the-job knowledge management through content management systems. S/he is expected to apply adult learning theory to the creation of learning solutions using industry-established instructional design models and tools.

Primary Responsibilities

Support design efforts across varied learning initiatives, from large-scale, blended multi-media solutions that span the life cycle of learning from early skill acquisition through mastery to discrete solutions targeted at singular performance improvement efforts.
Develop high quality, cost effective learning solutions that incorporate best-in-class design, instructional methods, technology, and delivery modalities to meet business
performance challenges as well as career development opportunities.
Develop source materials and learning content in a variety of formats to meet the design modalities. Particular focus on e-learning and blended learning.
Project manage production of development efforts including management of schedule and tasks to ensure timely and budgeted completion of all deliverables.
Design templates to facilitate rapid development efforts.
Update existing learning solutions to meet the evolving needs of technology, processes, and different audiences.
Re-engineer existing learning solutions from less efficient modalities to more scalable, evergreen solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to education, design, or technology is preferred.
Minimum 3 years of related experience, including instructional design, project management, and/or content development.
Strong portfolio demonstrating attention to detail, an effective implementation of principles of design and adult learning, and professionally appealing visuals and layout
Proven ability to manage and lead multiple simultaneous projects and to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines and/or flexibly react to changing business needs.
Understand the user experience in online/web-based teaching and learning. Must be able to translate ideas into tangible multimedia products.
Demonstrable proficiency in Articulate Storyline (highly preferred), graphics programs (Illustrator and Photoshop preferred), video editing software (Camtasia or Premiere Pro preferred), Google Suite, and Microsoft Office.

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Access to health and wellness benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment
Access to 401K Savings Plan company match provided after eligibility is met
Employee Discounts enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of the brands you love in a variety of categories
And so much more!

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For full-time positions, Kaplan has two Salary Grades, this position is Salary Grade B: $64,000 - $202,600. Actual compensation for this role is determined by several factors including but not limited to job level, candidate's skills, experience, and education, among other factors determined by the business.

Location

Remote/Nationwide, USA

Additional Locations

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area

Learning and Development

Business Unit

00091 Kaplan Higher ED

At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.

Instructional Designer

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