Instructional Designer – Contract (K–8)
Part-Time | Remote | Flexible Schedule | Independent Contractor (1099)
Center for Responsive Schools is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to join our Fly Five Social and Emotional Learning team on a contract basis. In this role, you'll work closely with our curriculum team to design and develop engaging, research-based lessons and resources for K–8 students and educators.
About the Role
The Contract Instructional Designer will collaborate with our team to create high-quality instructional products and tools—including print, multimedia, and digital materials—while managing their own schedule and workflow to meet agreed-upon deliverables. This is a part-time, project-based engagement that offers flexibility, autonomy in how you approach your work, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational projects.
Key Responsibilities
Develop lessons in alignment with the C.A.R.E.S. standards and Fly Five goals.
Design active, experiential, and inclusive curriculum content for K–8 learners.
Create scalable instructional materials for educators, stakeholders, and students.
Collaborate with the project team during scheduled check-ins and respond to agreed-upon feedback.
Attend mandatory project meetings and weekly check-ins (between 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. ET).
Integrate literacy principles, diversity, and equity into curriculum resources.
Provide completed deliverables according to project timelines and quality standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or related field (Master's preferred).
Minimum 3 years' experience in K–8 teaching, instructional design, or curriculum development.
Strong project management skills and ability to work independently.
Access to own computer, software, and reliable internet connection.
Contract Details
Type: Independent contractor (1099)
Hours: Approximately 20 per week
Schedule: Flexible; must meet deliverables and attend required meetings/check-ins between 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. ET
Location: Remote
Equipment: Contractor provides own computer; CRS provides access to required files
Duration: Three-month contract; may be terminated as needed
About Us
Center for Responsive Schools (CRS) is a nonprofit educational organization committed to helping schools become joyful, engaging learning communities where every student can thrive. Our work is grounded in evidence-based practices and a deep belief in the power of social and emotional learning.
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