Learning Designer – Canvas LMS
Location: Hybrid
Employment Type: Part-Time, Fixed-Term
Change Lives with a Career in #BetterMentalHealth
We are seeking a skilled Learning Designer with experience in Canvas LMS to join our
team on a short-term project focused on enhancing the quality, accessibility, and usability of our online learning environments.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about digital learning design, accessibility,
and supporting academic staff to create engaging online experiences.
About the Role
This role involves:
- Designing and building high-quality Canvas course sites
- Applying universal design and accessibility principles
- Supporting academic staff with course development and site design
- Creating clear, practical resources and guides for staff
- Contributing to consistent and engaging student learning experiences
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Demonstrated experience with Canvas LMS course design
- Strong knowledge of learning design principles and accessibility (UDL, WCAG)
- Ability to create clear, engaging and well-structured online learning environments
- Experience working collaboratively with academic staff
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Desirable:
- Experience in higher education or adult learning
- Familiarity with tools such as H5P Articulate, or similar
- Understanding of curriculum alignment and assessment design
About the Cairnmillar Institute
The Cairnmillar Institute is a not-for-profit registered health promotion charity
that has been providing high-quality professional education and accessible
psychological services to promote the psychological well-being of the community
for nearly 60 years. Cairnmillar is now one of the largest trainers of postgraduate psychologists and
counsellors in Australia. We offer an excellent range of clinic services, postgraduate programs in psychology and counselling, and short courses and professional development for the broader community.
How to apply
Attach your CV and a short statement outlining your interest, relevant skills, and experience via seek. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Why join Cairnmillar:
- Flexible, project-based role
- Opportunity to make a visible impact on student learning experience
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Strong focus on accessibility and inclusive design
- A purpose-driven culture where respect, inclusion and diversity are priority,
- Salary packaging options
Cairnmillar values diversity, inclusion and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
The Cairnmillar Institute promotes the following values: collaboration, compassion, integrity, professionalism and respect and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Cairnmillar is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and developing a
diverse workforce that reflects the community it serves.
