Instructional Designer, AP Instructional Design

$112,000 - $165,000/Yr

The College Board - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer will support the prototyping, testing, and development of instructional projects within the College Board's Advanced Placement and Instruction division. This role involves collaborating with senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and subject matter experts to create high-quality educational content that meets AP standards. The designer will focus on developing innovative course components and ensuring they are effectively tested and refined based on real-world classroom data.

Responsibilities

• Lead Instructional Prototyping Efforts: Develop and refine prototypes for various components of new AP courses or instructional resources.
• Collaborate on Testing: Conduct small-scale testing of prototypes to gather feedback and data.
• Support the Executive Director in the piloting process, contributing insights and adjustments based on pilot data.
• Translate successful prototypes into clear, actionable requirements for new content.
• Participate in the planning process for the Development and Deployment stages, collaborating with the Project Management Office and other departments.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or educational content creation, with a focus on prototyping and testing.
• Broad and flexible pedagogical knowledge, with the ability to dive into new content areas and adapt to various instructional approaches.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to keep projects on track and manage resources effectively.
• Excellent writing skills, particularly in creating materials for teachers and curriculum developers.

Nice-to-haves

• A passion for innovation in high school education.
• Collaborative mindset, working effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Pet insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits
• Annual bonuses and salary growth opportunities