Learning Design Associate (Su26)

<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>Talent is evenly distributed,</em></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>opportunity is not.</em></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>We exist to change that.</em></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The National Education Opportunity Network (NEON) is a rapidly scaling education justice non-profit that seeks to propel economic mobility by democratizing access to higher education.<strong> We deliver and support actual college credit-bearing courses from our nation’s top universities (Howard, Stanford, Wharton, Spelman, Brown, Wesleyan, Dartmouth, and more) into teacher-led high school classrooms in low-income, Title 1 high schools - at no cost to students.</strong> Since our inception in 2019, we have reached nearly 60,000 scholars from 160 districts in 34 states and are on track to serve 1 million scholars within the next decade. </span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We are a passionate team of former education and civil rights leaders, teachers, policy-wonks, and consultants – with an active board, including former U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan; founder of the Children’s Defense Fund, Marian Wright Edelman; University of Pennsylvania Professor, Angela Duckworth; CEO of the Common App, Jenny Rickard; and former Howard University President, Dr. Wayne Frederick. </span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To learn more about our mission and our work, please read this <a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://edequitylab.org/new-york-times-features-national-education-equity-lab-partners/"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">New York Times</span></em></strong><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> front-page feature</span></strong></a>, this <a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltnietzel/2024/11/26/the-ed-equity-lab-a-leading-college-pipeline-achieves-great--success/"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Forbes</span></em></strong><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> article</span></strong></a>, or just click<strong> </strong><a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CvjQKBwNavQ_fa0LUtcP1ZW1vSjbukfj/view"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">this 3 minute video clip</span></strong></a><strong> of the experts (our scholars!) discussing the impact of this opportunity</strong> with Judge Ann Claire Williams, Ret., trustee, Carnegie Corporation of New York.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>THE ROLE </strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The <strong>Learning Design Associate</strong> will support the Learning Design team and other NEON teams (including Course Success, College and University Partnerships, and others, as needed) with Canvas LMS administration, course development, and instructional technology. </span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1; margin-top: 12pt; margin-bottom: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Though the role responsibilities will shift to meet the needs of our growing organization, your skills and expertise will be leveraged to:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"> <p style="line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support the Learning Design team and cross-functional colleagues with Canvas LMS course maintenance, course infrastructure, and instructional technology needs (35%)<br>Assist in the development and implementation of course content, including facilitation guides, rubrics, scaffolding activities, media, captions, and LMS infrastructure for college courses in collaboration with NEON staff (35%)<br>Conduct course reviews to improve the scholar experience and communicate identified issues, opportunities, trends, and progress across the organization (25%)<br>Design and deliver resources for internal stakeholders on Canvas, instructional design, and other topics as needed (5%)</span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">THE QUALIFICATIONS</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Education & Experience:</strong></span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a closely related field (Master's preferred).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience developing courses/content within the Canvas LMS.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience teaching or supporting instruction in higher education or secondary education.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience creating and editing media using screen-capture and editing tools.</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Skills & Competencies:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Applying instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, backward design, UDL) to plan and organize courses.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Applying accessibility principles (e.g., WCAG, alt text, captioning standards) to digital content.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity editing Canvas HTML to manage and troubleshoot course content.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with Canvas data literacy (e.g., course activity, student success metrics, and learning information systems).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with copyright and Creative Commons licensing in an educational context.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with interactive content tools such as H5P.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with video hosting platforms (e.g., Kaltura, Panopto, YouTube, or Vimeo).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong written communication skills, including the ability to document processes and communicate clearly across teams in a remote environment.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Comfort with asynchronous remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with Salesforce and/or Canvas is preferred.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Commitment to Educational Equity:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">A deep, personal commitment to advancing educational equity and supporting students from underserved backgrounds.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif; line-height: 1.1;"> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Passion for expanding opportunities and addressing the systemic challenges that exist in Title I schools.</span></p> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>THE SALARY</strong></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;">The <strong>Learning Design Associate</strong> role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from <strong>$55,000 to $70,000</strong> commensurate with experience and qualifications. New hires typically start between the range minimum and midpoint. A <strong>comprehensive benefits package</strong> is also available, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with 4% match (fully vested); professional development support; remote work stipends and equipment; coworking space access; and paid sick leave with flexible vacation.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>THE TEAM </strong></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-family: 'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;">The Learning Design Associate will join a fast-paced team committed to providing opportunities for students who have historically and systemically been left out of opportunities. This position will <strong>report to the Director of Learning Design</strong>. Our organization is <strong>100% remote, with team gatherings throughout the year</strong>, and opportunities to travel. Applicants do not need to live in the state of New York. </span>   </span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong></span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter <a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://neonopportunity.org/join-us/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">on our website</span></a>. <strong>This is a competitive and active national search. </strong>You will be notified promptly if you are being considered for this position.</span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Thank you for your interest in propelling opportunities! </strong></span></p> <p style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1;"> </p> <p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.1; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 8pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><em>It is the policy of the National Education Opportunity Network not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status. We will take specific action to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other Terms and Conditions of Employment except as provided by law.</em></strong></span></p>

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