Instructional Designer, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $200,000/year USD

at  Crossover

Are you eager to redefine the boundaries of student success using the power of AI?
At 2 Hour Learning, AI isn’t just a tool—it’s our foundation. We’ve revolutionized the educational experience by integrating AI and learning science to go beyond traditional schooling. Our students don’t just reach goals—they surpass them.
Our results speak volumes: students on our platform consistently score 4s and 5s on multiple AP exams, achieve over two years’ growth on annual MAP assessments, and exceed their own expectations. If you’re excited by the prospect of transformative, large-scale results, 2 Hour Learning is your destination.
As the visionary behind our cutting-edge learning ecosystem spread across various campuses, you’ll harness AI to create personalized learning paths tailored to each student’s unique needs and dreams.
This role combines strategic data analysis with hands-on involvement. You’ll delve into analytics to uncover insights that drive growth, while also engaging directly with students to understand their journeys. This knowledge will guide you in identifying the motivational strategies and teaching methods needed to elevate achievement across campuses.
Leading a team of learning engineers, data scientists, and instructional pioneers, you’ll bring your vision to life. Above all, you’ll advocate for our students, ensuring every decision is focused on enhancing their educational outcomes.
This is a rare chance to apply AI in education and redefine possibilities. With advanced analytics, the ability to test teaching hypotheses at scale, and a mandate to innovate, you’ll forge new paths daily.
Your resources are extensive, your tools unparalleled, and your mission vital. At 2 Hour Learning, we’re not just improving grades—we’re unlocking human potential, all without traditional teachers.
If you’re ready to use groundbreaking technology to transform education, this is your moment. We seek bold thinkers, rigorous executors, and unwavering commitment to student success. Those resistant to change need not apply.
Join us in leading the AI revolution in education. Together, we won’t just shape the future of learning—we’ll create it.
For more about 2 Hour Learning, visit our website [https://2hourlearning.com/] and our Future of Education Instagram page [https://www.instagram.com/futureof_education/]. To see a school built around 2 Hour Learning, visit Alpha [https://alpha.school/].

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree or higher in Educational Science, Learning Science, Psychology, Psychometrics, Instructional Design, or related field
• Leadership experience in education or EdTech
• Experience with AI technologies in educational or professional settings
• Experience designing and implementing AI systems for tasks like content generation, data analysis, or adaptive learning
• Strong grasp of learning science principles and data-driven educational methods
• Proven ability to convey complex educational and technical ideas to varied audiences
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects

THIS POSITION IS ALSO KNOWN AS:

• Learning and Development Manager
• Senior Instructional Designer
• Learning Designer
• Vice President Learning
• Head Of Curriculum
• Director of Learning
• Head of Learning

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Designing and continuously improving an AI-driven educational ecosystem that exceeds the performance of traditional methods, demonstrated by improved student achievement metrics
• Interacting with students on virtual platforms to gather insights on their learning experiences, using this information to enhance the learning ecosystem
• Analyzing data from the learning platform to identify actionable insights and design impactful interventions using AI/ML, learning science, and motivational practices
• Promoting a culture of experimentation and evidence-based decisions, using data to significantly advance student growth
• Collaborating with engineering, data science, and design teams to transform academic insights and student feedback into seamless product improvements

WHAT YOU WILL NOT BE DOING

• Simply wrapping traditional education in an AI facade. This is about reimagining education, not replicating it digitally.
• Analyzing data in a vacuum. Regular interaction with K-12 students is crucial, treating their feedback as valuable input from our stakeholders.
• Waiting for consensus to innovate. You’ll advocate for a bold vision and galvanize others around data-backed outcomes.
• Adhering to conventional methods. You’ll have the freedom to explore innovative approaches to motivation, assessment, and instruction.
• Viewing AI as a threat to education. Here, AI is an exciting tool to revolutionize learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead innovation in AI-powered, teacher-less education to achieve outstanding student outcomes across multiple campuses. Combine data analytics with regular student interactions to continuously enhance our learning ecosystem, as evidenced by AP exam scores and MAP assessment growth.