Instructional Designer

LeverageTek is actively seeking an Instructional Designer for a 6 month contract engagement with its Ottawa-based customer. Work Location Remote Key Tasks Provide embedded instructional design and development support under the direction of the Team Lead, Education Design, in accordance with the education development processes, standards and priorities Transform identified learning or performance needs into feasible and engaging education solutions based on adult learning principles and a user-centred, iterative design approach Support all phases of education product development including discovery, consultation with subject matter experts and learners, design, development, review, testing, revision and finalization Design, develop, update and maintain education courses, workshops, web conferences, self-studies, job aids, multimedia and eLearning assets Produce English and French deliverables developed from approved storyboards or source materials Work as primary instructional designer or assigned design partner, including reviewing another designer's work for alignment with learning objectives, organization standards, accessibility requirements and quality expectations Coordinate assigned project activities, timelines, documentation and review cycles, and collaborate with subject matter experts, education leads and other partners Support promotion of education products by drafting promotional email copy, LinkedIn posts and internal promotional content for review and approval Apply and contribute to instructional design processes, tools, methods, standards and best practices Key Qualifications Demonstrated experience in instructional design and eLearning development across multiple formats (courses, workshops, job aids, multimedia) Proficiency in producing bilingual (English and French) education deliverables Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and user-centred, iterative design approaches Qualifications Experience coordinating project timelines, documentation and review cycles in a multi-stakeholder environment Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting with minimal supervision Experience collaborating with subject matter experts to develop education content Familiarity with accessibility standards as applied to education and eLearning content Experience drafting promotional content including email copy, LinkedIn posts and internal communications Compensation Hourly Rate Negotiable This is an existing position vacancy. About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes. Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management. LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. LeverageTek's specialized recruiting professionals use their expertise and our proprietary AI to accelerate connections between top talent and leading companies, while ensuring all screening and hiring decisions remain with our expert human team.

The role involves designing and developing engaging education solutions, including courses, workshops, and eLearning assets, based on adult learning principles. The designer will collaborate with subject matter experts and manage the full product development lifecycle from discovery to finalization.

Candidates must have demonstrated experience in instructional design and eLearning development with proficiency in producing bilingual English and French deliverables. Strong skills in project coordination, accessibility standards, and working independently in a remote environment are required.

• Project managementPreferred

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• Instructional Design
• eLearning Development
• Adult Learning Principles
• User-Centred Design
• Bilingual English and French
• Project Coordination
• Accessibility Standards
• Content Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Multimedia Design
• Storyboarding
• Promotional Writing

• Education
• Technology
• Creative & Media
• Consulting

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Location requirements

Country, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available