Contractor - Career Technical Education Instructional Designer

Role Summary

Full Time Contractor - Career Technical Education Instructional Designer

ACCEL Schools is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as the Career Tech Education Instructional Designer. We are seeking professionals that prioritize student learning, life skills, career-based interventions, and career development. ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.

This position will be a full-time contractor position for a minimum of 2 years with the opportunity to stay on longer if needed. The Career Tech Education Instructional Designer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing high-quality Career Technical Education (CTE) courses that align with national standards, industry-recognized credentials, and workforce needs. This role partners with subject matter experts (SMEs), teachers, and school leaders to create engaging, standards-aligned curriculum that prepares students for college, careers, and industry certifications. The Instructional Designer ensures that all courses are learner-centered, accessible, and optimized for both online and blended learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Course & Curriculum Design
• Develop CTE course syllabi, scope and sequences, unit plans, and assessments aligned to state and federal standards
• Integrate industry credentials, College Credit Plus (CCP)
• Ensure courses align with labor market demand
• Content Development
• Build engaging instructional materials, including lesson plans, digital modules, assessments, projects, and labs
• Develop resources for Canvas (or other LMS) with multimedia, interactive tools, and project-based learning
• Create teacher guides, pacing guides, and professional learning resources to support successful implementation
• Collaboration & Compliance
• Work closely with SMEs, teachers, and administrators to ensure technical accuracy and instructional quality
• Maintain compliance with accessibility standards and best practices for online learning
• Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
• Collect and analyze feedback from teachers, students, and administrators
• Revise and improve course content based on student performance data and industry changes
• Stay current with CTE trends, technology, and workforce needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or teaching, preferably in CTE or career pathways
• Familiarity with Ohio CTE standards, Perkins V requirements, and industry credential integration strongly preferred
• Proficiency with LMS platforms (Canvas, Google Classroom, etc.) and digital content tools
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple builds across a 2–3 year roadmap
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and writing skills
• Knowledge of accessibility, UDL, and best practices in online and blended learning

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Previous experience designing CTE courses in areas such as Business, IT, Health, Construction, Aviation, or Education pathways
• Experience supporting teachers in implementing curriculum effectively
• Ability to integrate real-world projects, work-based learning, and industry credentials into courses
• Compensation and Benefits: The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
• The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 - $35.00 with work limited to up to 40 hours per week unless otherwise approved. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

About the Company

Virtual Preparatory Academy of Indiana at Madison-Grant is a tuition-free online public school serving Indiana students in grades K–12. VPA Indiana operates through the Madison-Grant school district and is part of the Accel Schools network.

ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods. Our schools employ a diverse staff of passionate professionals who value research-based practices and a desire to grow as professionals. We are committed to increasing student achievement, regardless of historical barriers, while at the same time developing ourselves via professional development, job embedded instructional coaching, and embracing a growth mindset. Please note – while this is an online school position and all instruction occurs virtually, travel and face to face attendance will be required several times per year to support in person state testing and student events.

Eligibility: Open to residents of Indiana

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

Additional Information

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