Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
The Community You Will Join:
- You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of professionals who are passionate about adult learning, curriculum development, and instructional technology.
- You’ll be part of a supportive environment that values knowledge sharing, creative solutions, and continuous improvement.
- You’ll work alongside colleagues who encourage personal and professional growth, fostering a culture of inclusion and innovation.
- You’ll help create engaging learning experiences that empower individuals and teams to reach their full potential at Airbnb.
The Difference You Will Make:
- The ideal candidate will collaborate with subject matter experts to design, develop, and implement innovative instructional materials for online courses and learning pathways.
- The instructional developer will be responsible for creating engaging content that meets learning objectives using authoring tools and learning management systems (LMS).
- The role involves evaluating the effectiveness of instructional content through assessments and knowledge checks, and revising materials based on learner feedback.
A Typical Day:
- Conduct learning needs assessments and apply appropriate instructional design models, such as ADDIE and SAM, to design content
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop engaging and effective instructional materials for online courses, training programs, and in-person learning experiences
- Design and develop elearning modules, using authoring tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline), Synthesia, video creation tools, and simulation software
- Manage project timelines and coordinate with the project team to ensure timely delivery of all course materials
- Create interactive storyboards, simulations, and multimedia elements that enhance the learning experience
- Revise and update instructional materials based on learner feedback, performance metrics, and evolving project goals
- Ensure that all instructional content is aligned with learning objectives, design principles, and best practices for online learning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, developers, and stakeholders, to meet organizational goals
- Focus on continuous knowledge enhancement in adult learning principles and new developments
Your Expertise:
- Proven experience in instructional design, course development, and course design for online learning environments for the last 2-4 years
- Expertise in using authoring tools such as Articulate products and Video Products (like Synthesia and Vyond)
- Strong understanding of learning theories, instructional design models (such as ADDIE), and design principles
- Proficiency in LMS platforms, similar systems
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and team members to meet project objectives
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience in creating interactive content, including storyboards, simulations, and multimedia elements
- Ability to analyze learning needs and develop innovative learning solutions
- Experience in developing instructional materials for higher education, corporate training, and government agencies.
Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:
Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.