Learning Designer

Penn Foster Group • Full-time • United States • 3w ago

Fast Facts

Penn Foster is seeking a Learning Designer to create innovative, skills-based learning experiences that enhance student outcomes and bridge the gap between education and job readiness. This strategic position blends pedagogical expertise with technical innovation to drive measurable improvements in learning quality.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include leading the design of high-quality content, advocating for learners, driving course development projects, evaluating course effectiveness, and integrating emerging technologies to personalize learning experiences.

Skills: The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in learning design, strong knowledge of learning sciences, proficiency with instructional technology tools, and the ability to analyze data for course improvement.

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Learning Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field is preferred.

Location: Location is United States; no specified remote or travel requirements.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $60,000 - $90,000.

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about learning and want to make an impact on people’s lives? Penn Foster is looking for a talented individual to join our Group Content Strategy & Quality team. In this highly visible and strategic role, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing how we deliver learning experiences. By blending pedagogical expertise with technical innovation, you will create scalable, effective learning solutions that drive measurable improvements in student outcomes. Using our Skills-based Education framework, you will develop cutting-edge learning solutions that focus on enhancing student experiences and improving learning quality. Your work will help bridge real-world skills with job placement and performance, ensuring learner success is our key metric. You will partner with cross-functional teams to iterate and scale learning models aligned with organizational goals.

Essential Job Functions:

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality content and learning experiences grounded in Skills-based Education principles (learner-centered, authentic, active, and differentiated learning).
Serve as the learning design expert, advocating for the learner perspective and pedagogical integrity throughout course development.
Drive end-to-end course development projects ensuring quality, scalability, and measurable impact.
Evaluate course content and learning objectives for pedagogical effectiveness and accessibility, incorporating universal design principles.
Leverage data, analytics, and learner feedback to iterate on course design and improve engagement and outcomes.
Integrate emerging learning technologies to create innovative, personalized learning experiences.
Contribute to and uphold Penn Foster’s Quality of Learning standards by implementing measurable improvements to course quality.
Stay up to date with advancements in learning science, online education, and educational technology to ensure learning solutions remain innovative and evidence-based.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Experience: 3–5 years of experience in learning design, instructional design, or curriculum development.
Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Learning Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or related field.
Learning Science Expertise: Deep understanding of learning theory, instructional design models, and cognitive psychology.
Data Literacy: Proficiency in analyzing learner data to guide course design and continuous improvement.
Instructional Technology: Proficiency in learning management systems and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar).
Strategic and Collaborative Skills: Ability to balance big-picture vision with practical delivery, and effectively collaborate across functions.
Creativity and Innovation: Ability to transform ideas into engaging, learner-centered solutions that scale.

About Us: At Penn Foster Group, we are transforming online learning to help learners by bringing together Penn Foster, CareerStep, Ashworth College, James Madison High School, the New York Institute of Photography, the New York Institute of Art and Design, and other education platforms. Together, we create an accelerated path to greater economic mobility through real-world skills and knowledge that enable learners to achieve long-term success in the workplaces of the future. Our history dates back to 1890 when our founder, Thomas Foster, pioneered distance education by offering training by mail for coal miners to get the necessary skills for safer jobs. Today, with the partners who use our education and training programs, we continue that mission of providing accessible training and education for in-demand skills and are building a workforce that’s prepared for the future job market.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We strive toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Penn Foster Group by intentionally building diverse teams – in identities, lived experiences, and ideas to create a culture where people feel connected to each other and have a sense of belonging. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion because it is the foundation that enables us to achieve what we set out to do as an organization – from maximizing the number of learners who can reach their goals while giving them the kinds of experiences we want them to have, to becoming the type of company we want to work in.

What We Offer:We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, generous paid time off, sponsored volunteer opportunities, a 401K with a company match, and free access to our online programs.