Job description
Join Northstar Education Group as a Curriculum Designer and help shape transformative learning experiences for diverse learners. This is a full-time role based in Seattle with remote collaboration opportunities. You will design, develop, and evaluate standards-aligned curricula and assessments across online and blended formats. Our team values instructional design excellence, data-informed iteration, and a learner-centered approach.
In this role, youâll partner with subject matter experts, educators, and product teams to create engaging modular content, multimedia resources, and scalable learning experiences that meet rigorous educational standards and outcomes.
What makes us unique? A culture of curiosity, flexible work arrangements, and a focus on impactâevery day youâll see the real-world outcomes of your designs in studentsâ learning journeys.
Responsibility
- Design and develop standards-aligned curricula and assessments for online and blended learning environments.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, teachers, and product teams to translate learning goals into engaging learning experiences.
- Lead the creation of modular, reusable content with clear rubrics and performance criteria.
- Apply instructional design best practices, cognitive load theory, and accessibility guidelines to all materials.
- Analyze learning data and feedback to continuously improve course design and outcomes.
- Develop instructor guides, scaffolds, and assessments that support diverse learners and differentiation.
- Manage multiple projects with timelines, budgets, and cross-functional coordination.
- Stay current with education technology trends and advocate for innovative tools to enhance learning.
Qualification
- Bachelorâs degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field; Masterâs preferred.
- 3+ years of experience designing curricula and instructional materials for online or blended learning.
- Proficiency with LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Moodle) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Captivate).
- Demonstrated ability to design engaging, accessible content following WCAG and inclusive design principles.
- Strong data-analysis skills to inform iteration and improve learning outcomes.
- Excellent collaboration, communication, and project-management abilities.
- Portfolio showcasing sample curricula and assessments.
- Eligibility to work in the United States; ability to work in a hybrid in Seattle.