L&D Instructional Designer

About the Role

Our client, a growing organization investing in employee development and learning programs across a multi-location workforce, is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to develop engaging, scalable training solutions that support business objectives and employee growth. This is a contract position with potential for permanent conversion, located in McKinney, TX (remote with occasional onsite requirements).

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify training needs, define learning objectives, and develop learning strategies aligned with business goals.
• Design and develop engaging learning content, including eLearning modules, instructor-led training materials, job aids, videos, assessments, facilitator guides, and blended learning programs.
• Utilize Articulate 360, LMS platforms, and other learning technologies to deliver scalable and effective training solutions.
• Apply instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles to create learner-centered experiences for diverse employee populations.
• Measure training effectiveness through reporting, learner feedback, and performance metrics while continuously improving existing programs and content.
• Manage multiple training projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, or corporate training environments.
• Hands-on experience with Articulate 360 is required; experience with Workday or other HRIS/LMS platforms is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design frameworks such as ADDIE, adult learning principles, curriculum development, and eLearning best practices.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience supporting reporting, data analysis, and training metrics.
• Proven ability to develop end-to-end learning programs, manage multiple projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organizations and geographically dispersed employee populations is preferred.

Pay

$38 - $40.86 / hour (target conversion salary around $85,000 annually)

Schedule

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Benefits

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).