Instructional Designer

Location: Remote

Hub: Learning

Status: Contract-to-Hire, Part-time temporary role potentially leading to Full-Time

Your Potential New Role!

Impact. Grow. Thrive. If these three words speak to you - keep reading. Hiveclass is looking for

a dynamic new team member to impact Physical Education and Wellness, grow in their own

individual skills, and thrive as a key contributor in the Hiveclass Learning Hub. Are you the

changemaker who is ready to take the role of Instructional Designer to the next level by creating resources for learners and instructors across a range of units and grade levels?

What You can expect as an Instructional Designer at Hiveclass

Curriculum Analysis & Planning

• Conduct needs assessments to identify curriculum gaps and instructional goals.
• Align curriculum with Shape America standards and state/national learning objectives.
• Define learning outcomes and key performance indicators for digital lessons.
• Collaborate with Learning Hub and internal teams to ensure content relevance.
• Develop scope and sequence plans for lesson structures and learning progressions.
• Identify multimedia and interactive elements to enhance engagement and accessibility.

Content Development

• Design engaging, student-centered instructional materials for digital delivery.
• Develop lesson scripts, storyboards, and learning activities aligned with curriculum goals.
• Adapt instructional content for diverse learning needs, including accommodations for various abilities.
• Create instructor guides and support materials for educators implementing the curriculum.

Review & Refinement

• Conduct peer reviews and gather feedback from teachers and SMEs.
• Revise and iterate content based on educator feedback and data insights.
• Ensure instructional materials maintain pedagogical integrity and engagement.
• Validate alignment with state/national standards and Hiveclass’ educational philosophy.

Finalization & Submission

• Format and organize curriculum materials for final approval and publishing.
• Work with technical teams to ensure seamless integration into the platform.
• Conduct final quality assurance checks, ensuring consistency and adherence to instructional design principles.
• Document curriculum design rationale and version history for future updates.
• Provide training and support for internal teams and educators on curriculum implementation.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience teaching PE in Primary and/or Secondary levels.
• Experience in instructional design, with a focus on physical education or a closely related subject area.
• Knowledge of SHAPE America standards for Physical Education.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical practices, differentiated instruction, and standards-based education.
• Experience with project management tools like Asana and document creation tools like Google Drive.
• Experience working with teachers, educational decision-makers, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience creating a variety of assessments and instructional materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with digital curriculum design.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following: Yoga & Mindfulness, Basketball, Dance, Fitness, Nutrition, Soccer, Pickleball, Self-Defense, Volleyball, or Field Hockey
• Proficiency with digital content management.
• Experience designing in-depth middle- or high-school PE lessons.

Who You Will Work With

The Instructional Designer position resides in the Learning Hub and reports to the Chief Product Officer, who is committed to your success, professional growth and positive contributions to the company’s mission.

Where you will Work

As a remote worker, you have the option to work from your own space, where every day is ‘bring your dog to work’ day.

Who You Will Be Working For

Hiveclass is an impact-focused Education Technology company founded in 2020 with the mission is to empower educational institutions and the youth they serve with innovative tools that foster mind and body wellness. We support K12 schools and community-based organizations, like libraries, as they reimagine how to promote physical wellness and lifelong skills.

What Values You Might Share with Us

Hiveclass centers the vision to achieve Generational Health for All. We achieve this by REACHing beyond what exists today and what we think is possible tomorrow to create a more active, equitable and innovative world that increases lifelong wellness.

Representative: Innovations that are inclusive and reflective of all learners and communities.

Evidence-Based: Content that is forward-thinking, designed with modern learning methods and research as our north star.

Accessible: Solutions that broaden access, engagement, and instruction to learners of all backgrounds and abilities.

Committed: Purpose-driven team to solve the needs and challenges of the clients and communities we serve.

Holistic: Generational health begins with a foundation of mind and body wellness that lasts a lifetime.

What’s Next for YOU?

If this opportunity sounds ideal for you and you sound ideal for the opportunity, we invite you

to apply by sending your 1) Resume and 2) Cover Letter to Careers@hiveclass.co with the

email subject line “Instructional Designer”.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.