Project Manager of E Learning at Windward School – White Plains, New York
Explore Related Opportunities
About This Position
Our Mission
The School is an independent, coeducational day school dedicated to providing an excellent instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth, enables students to understand their learning styles, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential in preparation for a successful return to the mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the School provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research and also shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.
Position Overview
The Project Manager of e-Learning is responsible for overseeing the development, execution, and continuous improvement of e-learning initiatives for The Windward Institute. This role ensures the successful creation of high-quality, research-aligned digital learning experiences, including modules, courses, and supporting resources for teacher training and professional development.
The Project Manager of e-Learning serves as the central coordinator across curriculum objectives, content development, instructional design, and production workflows, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards for high-quality user experiences. This role is critical in ensuring that Windward Institute e-learning products are instructionally sound, research-based, engaging, accessible, and impactful for learners. The Project Manager of e-Learning plays a key role in bridging content expertise and digital execution to deliver high-quality learning experiences at scale.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum & Content Development
- Collaborate with content developers to define the scope, sequence, and structure of e-learning curricula.
- Outline and refine content requirements to ensure clarity, coherence, and instructional rigor.
- Write e-learning scripts and related content.
- Review and proof all written content for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with learning objectives.
- Ensure all materials reflect current research and best practices in literacy instruction and learning science.
E-Learning Project Oversight
- Lead and manage end-to-end e-learning projects, from concept through final delivery.
- Oversee multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and deliverables are met.
- Establish workflows, milestones, and review cycles to support efficient and effective production.
Instructional Design Collaboration
- Partner closely with instructional designers to translate content into engaging, effective digital learning experiences.
- Oversee the development and finalization of storyboards prior to course build.
- Guide the iterative review process, providing detailed, actionable feedback at each stage of development.
- Ensure adherence to established instructional design standards throughout the development lifecycle of each module and course.
Quality Assurance & User Experience
- Establish and maintain high standards for quality control across all e-learning products.
- Set and uphold a clear vision for user experience, ensuring courses are intuitive, engaging, and accessible.
- Proof courses for academic rigor, including the accuracy of research references and citations.
- Identify opportunities for additional resources or enhancements to improve learner outcomes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as the primary point of contact among content developers, instructional designers, and other stakeholders.
- Facilitate communication and alignment across teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide clear, actionable feedback and direction to ensure consistency and excellence.
Qualifications
Required
- Background in education, curriculum design, or related field.
- Deep knowledge of literacy instruction, the science of reading, learning science, and learning disabilities.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-phase projects—preferably in e-learning and curriculum development.
- Strong editorial and proofreading skills, with the ability to write and review content at a high academic level.
- Experience working with research-based content, including verifying sources and citations.
- Familiarity with e-learning development processes and instructional design principles.
Key Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to synthesize complex research into clear, actionable guidance
- Effective collaboration across cross-functional teams
- Strong organizational and project management skills
Scan to Apply
Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the White Plains, New York, 10605, United States region.