Help us raise the bar in online career education by joining our elite network of instructional design professionals. Put your expertise to work evaluating programs that prepare adult learners for real-world success.
Who We're Looking For
Experienced Professionals
Instructional designers and learning leaders with proven track records in adult education and professional development programs.
Methodologically Sound
Familiarity with First Principles of Instruction and Tell-Show-Do methods that create effective learning experiences.
Detail-Oriented Reviewers
Comfortable evaluating curriculum, assessments, and learner deliverables with fairness and alignment to VALID's mission.
Your Role as an Evaluator
Conduct Program Reviews
Apply the VALID Accreditation Rubric to assess digital learning programs for effectiveness and job-readiness.
Score Core Standards
Evaluate programs across six essential standards that determine quality and market relevance.
Collaborate with Peers
Join optional virtual roundtables to calibrate evaluations and share insights with fellow experts.
Submit Detailed Reports
Provide comprehensive feedback that informs the VALID Board's accreditation decisions.
Time Commitment and Compensation
Competitive Pay
Earn $300–$500 per review, depending on program scope and complexity.
Flexible Schedule
Complete each review in 3–5 hours over a 1–2 week period that fits your availability.
Remote Work
All evaluations are conducted remotely and asynchronously, with full support from our team.
Independent Status
Work as an independent contractor with freedom to accept reviews that match your expertise.
Getting Started: Two Simple Steps
Enroll in Evaluator Training
Complete our short training program to ensure consistency and rubric alignment
Submit Your Profile
Share your credentials and preferences to receive matched opportunities
Our straightforward onboarding process ensures you're fully prepared to deliver consistent, high-quality evaluations. The training takes just 60-90 minutes to complete and provides all the tools you'll need to succeed as a VALID Evaluator.
Why Join Our Evaluator Network
Shape Industry Standards
Play a key role in defining what quality means in modern career education and professional development.
Monetize Your Expertise
Get paid to apply your instructional design knowledge and experience in meaningful ways.
Professional Recognition
Be recognized as a leader in the future of education and career training.
Stay Current
Keep sharp on emerging trends by reviewing best-in-class programs across industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re looking for professionals with a strong background in instructional design, learning and development, or online education. You should have experience evaluating or designing digital learning programs, be familiar with adult learning principles, and understand how to assess for outcomes, not just content. Completion of the VALID Evaluator Training is required before you begin paid reviews.
You decide.
We assign programs based on your availability and interest. Some evaluators complete 1–2 reviews per quarter; others take on more. You’ll always have the opportunity to accept or decline a review assignment before it’s assigned.
Once you’re assigned a program, you’ll receive access to the full self-study submission and documentation. Using our standardized VALID Accreditation Rubric, you’ll review materials, assign scores, and provide brief written rationale for each criterion. You’ll submit your completed rubric within 10–14 days. Our board uses your evaluation to make the final accreditation decision.
All evaluations are asynchronous, virtual, and supported by VALID’s internal team if you have questions or concerns along the way.
Ready to Help Set the New Gold Standard?
Programs Evaluated
Join our network that has reviewed over 100 career education programs across multiple industries
Evaluator Satisfaction
Nearly all our evaluators report high satisfaction with the experience and process
Program Improvement
Percentage of programs that improved after implementing our evaluators' feedback
Join the network trusted to VALIDate transformation in career education.
Have questions? Email hello@validaccreditation.org to learn more.
Become a VALID Evaluator: Shape the Future of Career Education