About This Role
This Senior Curriculum Developer role is pivotal in shaping the future of online learning by designing and implementing engaging, effective, and standards-aligned educational content. The successful candidate will be instrumental in creating learning experiences that cater to diverse learners and educational levels, thriving in a remote-first environment with a deep understanding of instructional design principles and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance education.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and revise comprehensive curriculum materials, including lesson plans, learning objectives, instructional strategies, assessments, and multimedia content for various educational levels and subjects
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and educators to ensure the accuracy, pedagogical soundness, and engagement of all developed content
- Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective and learner-centered educational experiences
- Develop and implement robust assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes and provide actionable feedback
- Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
- Stay abreast of current trends, research, and best practices in curriculum development, instructional technology, and online learning
- Facilitate and contribute to online professional development workshops for educators on curriculum implementation and best practices
- Conduct needs analyses to identify learning gaps and opportunities for new curriculum development initiatives
Requirements
- Master's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Design, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or a closely related role within the education sector
- Demonstrated experience in designing engaging online learning experiences and digital content
- Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Canvas, or Blackboard
- Expertise in instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and assessment development
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
- A portfolio showcasing successful curriculum development projects is required
- Must be comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment
Nice to have:
- A Ph.D.
- Proficiency in using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia development software