What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Instructional Designer (3-Months w/ Potential to Renew) position at Escalate?
Job Description
Job Description
Exciting Opportunity : Join Our Early-Stage Ed-Tech Startup!
Remote | $40-46 / hour | ~20 hours / week
Escalate (www.escalateusa.com) is an early-stage, impact-driven ed-tech startup launching innovative learning programs. We recently secured our first major retail client and are seeking an experienced instructional designer to collaborate with us on a 3-month contract basis , with the potential for renewal.
About the Role
You'll play a key role in transforming off-the-shelf curricula into engaging, interactive e-learning experiences tailored to frontline retail workers. We offer four 12-month asynchronous learning pathways :
IT Fundamentals
Patient Aid
Store Leadership
Cybersecurity
Your output : Convert existing content into high-impact, learner-centered experiences within our LearnUpon LMS .
What We’re Looking For
- Experience : 3 years in instructional design, with expertise in e-learning development
- Tech Proficiency : Familiarity with LearnUpon LMS (or similar), Articulate 360, or other e-learning tools
- Engagement Focus : Ability to design interactive, dynamic content for adult learners
- Content knowledge in one or more pathways is preferred, but not required
- Retail / Workforce Training Experience (a plus)
Contract Details
Interested?
We’re moving fast and would love to explore how your expertise aligns with our vision. To apply, please submit your resume and a work sample / portfolio link . Applications without both a resume and work sample(s) will not be considered.
Join us in making learning more impactful for frontline workers!
Salary : $40 - $46