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Pansophic Learning is seeking a Director of Instructional Design to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our K–12 online curriculum portfolio. In this role, you will set instructional direction across programs, manage and develop leaders within the instructional design team, and collaborate with executive and cross-functional partners to ensure our digital learning experiences are rigorous, equitable, and scalable.
Job Responsibility:
Define and lead the instructional design vision and long-term strategy for K–12 online and digital-first curricula
Ensure curriculum reflects research-based best practices
Establish and evolve instructional frameworks, design standards, and quality benchmarks
Anticipate trends in K–12 digital learning and translate them into innovative instructional approaches
Lead, mentor, and develop senior and junior instructional designers
Build team capacity through hiring, professional development, and clear performance expectations
Foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture
Oversee the design and continuous improvement of online lessons, units, and full-course curricula
Ensure alignment with learning objectives and relevant state and/or national standards
Guide assessment strategy to support valid, meaningful measurement of student learning
Ensure instructional content meets expectations for rigor, accessibility, inclusivity, and learner experience
Partner with product, technology, academics and operations teams to align instructional strategy with platform and business goals
Serve as a key instructional voice in organizational decision-making and long-term planning
Translate complex educational and pedagogical goals into scalable digital learning solutions
Support external partnerships as needed, representing Pansophic Learning’s instructional vision
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
8+ years of experience in K–12 instructional design or curriculum development
3+ years of experience leading instructional design teams or functions
Experience developing and scaling online, blended, or digital-first K–12 curricula
Proven leadership experience guiding instructional design teams and managers
Deep expertise in K–12 instructional design and online learning pedagogy
Strong strategic thinking and ability to align instructional work to organizational goals
Ability to manage budgets in all aspects of curriculum development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of standards-based curriculum, assessment design, and quality assurance
Mission-driven leader with a demonstrated commitment to educational equity and access
Nice to have:
Familiarity with STEM, CTE, and/or career education content
What we offer:
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
10 paid holidays annually
Paid Time Off to cover sick, vacation, and personal absences