Curriculum Developer and Teacher (K-12 STEM)

Spirit of Math Schools Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

RRSP with company matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Spirit of Math invites a Curriculum Developer and Teacher to join our SoT team. You will coordinate curriculum development and teach courses while applying our distinctive pedagogy. The role emphasizes instructional design, technology integration, and collaboration across campuses.

You will work with LMS tools, Adobe InDesign, and the Microsoft 365 suite to craft engaging content, guide pilots, and support teacher training. Strong organizational skills and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a BA (or equivalent) and a B.Ed. (or equivalent).
• Experience in education; ability to apply SoM approach to SoT.
• Strong pedagogy, instructional design, and technology integration.

Responsibilities

• Initiating, coordinating, and supervising SoT program projects.
• Developing materials (online courses, manuals, videos) for SoT.
• Updating curriculum as needed and ensuring readiness before class.
• Creating content for SoT courses and analyzing results.
• Training new SoT teachers and traveling to campuses as needed.
• Managing online systems used by students and selecting new tools.

Skills

Curriculum dev

Teaching

Pedagogy

Instructional design

LMS administration

Adobe InDesign

SharePoint

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree

B.Ed.

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Role Description

The Spirit of Technology (SoT) Curriculum Developer and Teacher coordinates the ongoing development of the curriculum and teaches the courses as needed.

Curriculum Developer and Teacher

Role Description

The Spirit of Technology (SoT) Curriculum Developer and Teacher coordinates the ongoing development of the curriculum and teaches the courses as needed.

Personal Qualities

This person has a passion for learning, teaching and helping others develop. They take initiative in curriculum development and have an interest in the unique SoT curriculum. They are a life-long learner who aspires to do extra professional development whenever possible. This person possesses strong interpersonal skills and is proactive with an ability to follow through and a keen attention to detail. They are highly professional in all aspects of their behaviour as they act as a role model for others in the organization. This person values working as a member of a team and understands how SoT plays a role in the whole Releasing the Genius system. This person is able to balance multiple, interdependent priorities. This person should be very confident, perceptive, flexible and be able to initiative as needed.

Decision-Making Ability

The person in this role is capable of achieving objectives that could take up to two years to complete.

Work Values

• Conceptual Thinking & Theory Development
• Teaching
• Pedagogy
• Organization and coordination
• Influencing Through Language & Ideas
• Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
• Educational use of technology
• High standards

Skilled Knowledge & Experience

This individual has experience in the education sectors. They have skills and experience coding, working with a variety of technology arenas and is an active member of at least one technology community outside of SoT. They have also acquired a solid understanding of the unique aspects of the Spirit of Math (SoM) approach to learning to be able to apply it to SoT. This role requires someone who is aware of trends of thought in the larger education community and trends in the teaching of technology. They should have knowledge of student learning and how to integrate technology with strong pedagogy. This person should have a high attention to detail and an expertise in instructional design and course development. They must have exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role requires comfort and confidence with technology for business use. Specifically, this individual has experience with the administration of learning management systems, using Microsoft Office Suite and should be familiar with or willing to learn the Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Adobe InDesign), Microsoft SharePoint and other online systems. This role requires continuous learning of new technologies and how they interact and impact our society.

Education

The minimum level of education that is required is a B.A. (or equivalent) and a B.Ed. (or equivalent).

Accountabilities

• Ensuring the highest standards are maintained in programs developed and delivered by SoT.
• Piloting new programs from start to implementation on a larger scale, as assigned.
• Teaching the pilot courses as they unfold.
• Developing the program as it unfolds from grade to grade.
• Reporting program suggestions, updates, and findings to the Curriculum Manager.
• Coordinating information within the department with the Director of Product Development, managers, supervisors, coordinators, and associates as needed
• Participating in strategic input and execution of new endeavors, as required.
• Ensuring timely completion of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for assigned projects.

Authorities

• Researching, monitoring, and following-up to assess the efficiency of the courses and making suggestions for changes.
• Providing suggestions for new projects or improvements to existing programs.
• Make decisions with the team regarding specific learning outcomes for individual lessons and modules.
• Make decisions in the classroom as needed for the students.
• Adjust curriculum after discussion with their manager.

Responsibilities

• Initiating, coordinating, and supervising projects that relate to the teaching of SoT programs.
• Contributing to the development of projects and to the development of the materials (e.g., online courses, manuals, booklets, videos) related to SoT programs.
• Updating the curriculum and programs as needed
• Ensuring the curriculum, material, equipment, and all other needs are ready before class for each class.
• Create content for SoT courses as needed.
• Doing quantitative and qualitative analysis of results that are collected from the classes
• Researching and working collaboratively to identify potential improvements to the SoT lessons
• Testing potential improvements to the SoT courses through controlled experiments and pilot sessions
• Managing online systems used by students
• Assist in managing contract curriculum writers
• Assist in selection and testing of new hardware and software required for curriculum
• Training new SoT Teachers
• Travel to different campuses to teach
• Keeping up with and contributing to the professional development of the Education Department.
• Attending and contributing to the yearly conference.
• Other tasks as needed.

Why Work With Us?

At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success. Here’s what you can expect when you work with us:

Core Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans (including RRSP with company matching through DPSP).
• Generous paid time off, including sick leave, paid vacation, personal days, and scheduled paid summer shutdowns for some positions.

Career & Growth Opportunities

• Annual professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
• Internal mobility and clear pathways for advancement - we support your career journey.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and shape how we work.

Work-life Balance & Well-being

• Flexible working hours to help you balance personal and professional priorities.
• On-site yoga at headquarters and wellness initiatives throughout the year.
• Discounted gym memberships to support your fitness goals.
• Pet-friendly headquarters office environment - bring your dog to work!

Culture & Perks

• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture where every person matters.
• Annual all-staff conference to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
• Staff events and fun team-building activities.
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs - we love celebrating success!
• Access to partnerships offering thousands of discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.

Lifestyle & Convenience

• Free snacks, unlimited coffee, and tea every day.
• Commuter-friendly headquarters with free parking and easy access to public transit.

At Spirit of Math, we're committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where you can thrive - personally and professionally.

Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.

To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team. Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.