Application Guide

How to Apply for Learning Programs Manager

at National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

🏢 About National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is the nation's largest provider of legal advocacy for people with disabilities, serving as the membership organization for federally mandated Protection and Advocacy Systems. What makes NDRN unique is its mission-driven focus on disability rights through systemic advocacy and legal support. Someone might want to work here to contribute directly to advancing accessibility and inclusion at a national level while working with a network of dedicated professionals.

About This Role

As Learning Programs Manager at NDRN, you'll design and develop online/blended learning modules that support training goals for disability rights advocates nationwide. This role is impactful because you'll ensure that NDRN's training materials are accessible and effective, directly enabling better advocacy for people with disabilities through the LMS (Brightspace) and webinar platforms.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing and updating Brightspace courses for accessibility compliance, collaborating with subject matter experts on disability rights content for new learning modules, and preparing for an upcoming webinar by testing assistive technology compatibility. You'd likely spend time troubleshooting LMS issues, researching new accessibility tools, and ensuring all training materials meet plain language standards for diverse learners.

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🎯 Who National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years in instructional design with a portfolio demonstrating accessible eLearning modules that meet WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards
  • Possesses 2+ years of hands-on Brightspace (D2L) administration experience, including user management and compliance tracking
  • Demonstrates proven ability to produce accessible webinars and virtual trainings with plain language materials
  • Shows experience researching and implementing new learning technologies specifically for accessibility enhancement

📝 Tips for Applying to National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)

1

Highlight specific Brightspace (D2L) administration experience in your resume, including any compliance or accessibility features you've managed

2

Include a link to a portfolio or samples showing accessible eLearning modules that meet WCAG 2.1/Section 508 standards

3

Mention any experience with disability advocacy organizations or creating content for disability-related topics

4

Quantify your impact on previous learning programs (e.g., 'increased learner engagement by X%' or 'reduced accessibility barriers by implementing Y feature')

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Tailor your application to emphasize how your skills align with NDRN's mission of disability rights advocacy through training

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience with Brightspace (D2L) administration and how you've ensured accessibility compliance in previous roles", "Specific examples of accessible content you've created that meets WCAG 2.1, Section 508, and plain language standards", "Your understanding of NDRN's mission and how your skills in learning program management can advance disability rights advocacy", 'Experience with webinar production and virtual training management, particularly for advocacy or nonprofit audiences']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore NDRN's Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and Client Assistance Programs (CAP) to understand their training needs
  • → Review NDRN's recent publications or position statements on disability rights issues to understand their advocacy priorities
  • → Investigate the specific challenges in disability rights advocacy that might inform training content development
  • → Look into NDRN's existing training offerings or webinars to identify potential gaps or opportunities for enhancement
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your process for ensuring a new learning module meets WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 accessibility standards
2 Describe a time you had to troubleshoot a technical issue in Brightspace (D2L) that affected user accessibility
3 How would you approach designing training for disability rights advocates with varying levels of technical proficiency?
4 What learning technologies have you researched or implemented specifically to enhance accessibility and engagement?
5 How do you balance the need for comprehensive training with the plain language requirements for accessibility?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic instructional design portfolios without demonstrating specific accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1/Section 508)
  • Claiming LMS experience without being able to discuss Brightspace (D2L) administration specifics or accessibility features
  • Focusing only on learning technology trends without connecting them to disability advocacy or accessibility requirements

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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