ACCEL Schools

Contractor – Career Technical Education Instructional Designer

ACCEL Schools

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per year

About the role

  • Develop CTE course syllabi, scope and sequences, unit plans, and assessments aligned to state and federal standards.
  • Integrate industry credentials, College Credit Plus (CCP), and CTAG opportunities where appropriate.
  • Ensure courses align with labor market demand and approved pathways within the Career-Technical Planning District (CTPD).
  • Build engaging instructional materials, including lesson plans, digital modules, assessments, projects, and labs.
  • Develop resources for Canvas (or other LMS) with multimedia, interactive tools, and project-based learning.
  • Create teacher guides, pacing guides, and professional learning resources to support successful implementation.
  • Work closely with SMEs, teachers, and administrators to ensure technical accuracy and instructional quality.
  • Coordinate with the CTE team to meet Perkins V, EMIS, and CTPD reporting requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with accessibility standards and best practices for online learning.
  • Collect and analyze feedback from teachers, students, and administrators.
  • Revise and improve course content based on student performance data and industry changes.
  • Stay current with CTE trends, technology, and workforce needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or teaching, preferably in CTE or career pathways.
  • Familiarity with Ohio CTE standards, Perkins V requirements, and industry credential integration strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with LMS platforms (Canvas, Google Classroom, etc.) and digital content tools.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple builds across a 2–3 year roadmap.
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and writing skills.
  • Knowledge of accessibility, UDL, and best practices in online and blended learning.
Benefits
  • The annual starting salary for this position is between $65,000 – $75,000 annually.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
instructional designcurriculum developmentcourse developmentassessment designproject-based learningdata analysismultimedia developmentdigital content creationaccessibility standardsUDL
Soft Skills
project managementcollaborationcommunicationwritingfeedback analysisadaptabilityorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingcritical thinking
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in EducationMaster’s degree in EducationCTE industry credentials