Instructional Designer

Overview Vaco by Highspring has partnered with our client to hire an Instructional Designer to join their team! Where: Newton, MA (Hybrid, 3 days onsite, flexible) When: Immediate need, 6-month contract, may transition to perm placement Pay: $35-42/hour Our client is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to design and develop engaging enterprise-level training programs. This is a unique opportunity to join an organization that is establishing its first dedicated Instructional Design role, focused on creating high-quality learning content that supports corporate training and development initiatives across the company. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in learning design, eLearning development, and train-the-trainer programs, along with hands-on experience using modern instructional design tools. Key Responsibilities Design and develop engaging eLearning modules, training materials, tutorials, and coaching resources for enterprise-wide learning initiatives. Create virtual training programs, instructor-led content, and coaching session materials for internal teams. Partner with corporate leaders, subject matter experts, and training stakeholders to design impactful learning experiences. Lead instructional design strategy and ensure training content aligns with adult learning principles and business goals. Support and develop train-the-trainer programs to enable internal facilitators. Utilize modern design tools to build interactive learning content, videos, and multimedia training materials. Collaborate with the Learning & Management Systems Administrator who supports presentation creation and technical implementation. Required Qualifications 6+ years of experience in Instructional Design Proven experience designing corporate training programs and enterprise learning content Strong background developing eLearning, virtual training, and coaching materials Experience creating train-the-trainer programs Excellent collaboration skills working with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco