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Company

Newsela · 7 hours ago

Senior Manager, Learning Design

Remote - US

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$90K/yr - $106K/yr

7+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of high-quality, engaging, and pedagogically sound learning experiences for K-12 students.

Manage a team of instructional designers, content developers, and subject matter experts to create digital content that aligns with educational standards and supports differentiated learning pathways.

Provide authoritative insight and thought partnership, particularly within the sphere of literacy, on strategic initiatives and projects.

Define and maintain pedagogical frameworks that incorporate best practices in instructional design and learning science.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, marketing) to integrate learning design into product development and surface important research for the development of and communications about Newsela’s product features and content.

Oversee the creation and refinement of digital K-12 curriculum content, ensuring alignment with national and state standards (e.g., Common Core, NGSS).

Lead the team in designing and developing interactive and engaging learning experiences (e.g., lessons, assessments, writing prompts and activities).

Manage and mentor a team of learning experience designers and content developers.

Drive professional development initiatives that enhance the team’s knowledge of pedagogy, efficacy research, technology tools, and educational standards.

Pair vetted research with user research and guidance from subject matter experts to create transparent guidelines and best practices for learning design.

Ensure content is inclusive and accessible for diverse learners, including students with special needs and English Language Learners.

Use data analytics to measure the usage and efficacy of learning design initiatives and iteratively improve content.

Collaborate with research teams to test and validate learning interventions, ensuring the content is backed by educational research.

Stay current on trends in EdTech, K-12 education, and instructional technology to ensure the company remains at the forefront of innovation.

Lead presentations and training sessions for internal and external stakeholders on learning design and educational best practices.

Provide meaningful and thoughtful literacy support at scale to educators through your instructional guidelines, in presentations at conferences and in authored blog posts.

Qualification

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Instructional DesignK-12 Education KnowledgeCurriculum DevelopmentTeam ManagementData AnalyticsEdTech ToolsProject ManagementContent Management SystemsAgile MethodologiesSpanish Language SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Master’s degree or higher in Education, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, or a related field.

7+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or learning experience design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role with management experience.

Experience creating and enforcing guidelines, policies or ways of working for a team or organization.

In-depth knowledge of K-12 education systems, early literacy and phonics, as well as curriculum standards (e.g., Common Core, NGSS).

Experience managing a content development and/or instructional design team.

Strong understanding of EdTech tools, digital learning platforms, and the integration of technology in the classroom.

Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.

Experience working with CMSs (Content Management Systems)

Analytical skills and ability to make data-informed decisions.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience engaging with educators and administrators.