Role Snapshot
A Learning Experience Designer at Cengage shapes instructional design and content strategy for English Language Learning products, partnering with the Academic Design team to define how learning objectives are delivered, practiced, and assessed. This role is critical to transforming education through innovative learning solutions that empower global learners.
Job Description
Join Us in Empowering Learners!
At Cengage, we are passionate about transforming education through innovative learning solutions that spark joy and foster growth. Our mission is to support students globally in realizing their potential and achieving their dreams through impactful educational experiences.
As part of our commitment to college and career readiness, Cengage School enables students to acquire the essential skills and confidence to excel beyond the classroom. With access to exclusive resources from National Geographic Learning, Big Ideas Learning, Gale, Thorndike Press, and Cengage curriculum and technology, we inspire both educators and students to succeed.
Embrace Our Inclusive and Engaging Culture
At Cengage, we believe that an inclusive workplace is vital to the success of our company and our learners. We honor diverse perspectives and are dedicated to ensuring that all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique ideas and authentic selves. We strive for a culture where engagement and discovery thrive, and we are proud to integrate inclusion into our everyday practices.
The Learning Experience Designer plays a crucial role in the Academic Design team within Cengage | National Geographic Learning (NGL) Global English Language Learning (ELL) group. You will assist in shaping the instructional design and content strategy for our products, working alongside the Director and Manager of Academic Design to identify how learning objectives will be delivered, practiced, and assessed.
Your Responsibilities:
- Act as a learning design expert, partnering with the Manager of Academic Design to define content requirements, leading to essential planning documentation such as learning plans, prototypes, component charts, and scope and sequence.
- Work collaboratively with Portfolio Managers to analyze past product performance and user behavior, providing insightful recommendations.
- Foster a culture of innovation and quality by identifying opportunities to enhance learners' experiences through effective learning design.
- Utilize established templates and processes to guide products from concept to implementation, ensuring content meets pedagogical standards.
- Create and maintain comprehensive cross-project documents, such as Course Objective Hierarchy, to streamline design efforts.
- Engage in collaborative problem-solving with colleagues, using strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and make informed decisions.
- Communicate effectively, employing exceptional verbal and written skills for audience-centric analysis, persuasion, and documentation.
- Stay informed about the latest pedagogical research and high-stakes assessment demands to guide your design work and team training.
- Manage multiple projects efficiently within a dynamic, international remote-work setting.
- Apply Cengage's quality learning standards to products and solutions, continuously seeking areas for improvement.
Qualifications:
- A degree or professional certification in instructional design or learning design.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in developing ELL or ESL educational products.
- A strong commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and file-sharing tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in education or linguistics.
- Teaching experience in ELL or ESL.
- Knowledge of international curriculum approaches and education initiatives (e.g., Saudi Vision 2030).
Cengage is dedicated to attracting and hiring diverse talent and considers all applicants regardless of any classification protected by applicable laws.
If you need reasonable accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please reach out to us directly.
About Cengage
Cengage, a global edtech leader for over a century, provides affordable, quality digital resources that equip students with essential skills for employability. Our trusted content and innovative digital platforms, such as MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, support learners in their educational journeys.
Your Career with Us
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support and empower our employees. Base pay varies based on qualifications and experience, and you will have the chance to participate in a discretionary bonus program, with a target annual bonus of 5%.
Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the world of education with Cengage!
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