Learning and Curriculum Specialist

gWorks; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading learning organization based in Calgary is seeking a Learning & Curriculum Specialist to create and enhance training materials for suicide prevention. The ideal candidate will have a background in education or curriculum development, be skilled in instructional design, and possess excellent communication abilities. The role demands collaboration with experts to ensure materials are trauma-informed and engaging, along with a commitment to continuous improvement. This full-time position will be in-office in Calgary, Alberta.

Qualifications

• Experience producing training materials and lesson plans.
• Understanding of adult learning principles and design.
• Eager to learn and grow in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain suicide prevention training curricula.
• Collaborate with subject-matter experts for curriculum relevance.
• Incorporate feedback to enhance curriculum quality.

Skills

Education or experience in education

Excellent written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Experience with LMS or e-learning tools

Education

Education in adult learning or related field

Job description

Reports to: Commercialization Director

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Job Type: Full-Time, In-Office, Permanent

MANDATE

The Learning & Curriculum Specialist is responsible for creating and continuously improving evidence-informed suicide prevention learning materials. This role ensures that our programs and training materials are accurate, engaging, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with best-practice adult learning principles, suicide prevention, and organizational standards.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Learning & Curriculum Material Development

• Design, develop, and maintain suicide prevention training curricula across multiple delivery formats (in-person, virtual, blended, and self-paced learning).
• Translate and produce research, best practices, and subject-matter expertise into clear, practical, and learner-centered training materials, including:
  • Learning objectives
  • Lesson plans
  • Trainer/facilitator guides
  • Participant materials and handouts
  • Assessments and evaluation tools

Collaboration & Content Synthesis

• Working closely with SMEs to ensure curricula are trauma-informed, inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible to diverse audiences.
• Align training content with organizational standards, accreditation requirements, and evidence-based suicide prevention frameworks.
• Review, validate, and update content regularly.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Incorporate feedback from trainers, learners, and evaluation data to improve curriculum effectiveness.
• Support trainers and facilitators by providing guidance on curriculum use and implementation.
• Maintain documentation and version control for curriculum materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Education or experience in education, adult learning, curriculum development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience producing training materials, lesson plans, or structured learning resources.
• Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
• Excellent written communication and content organization skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with subject-matter experts and cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) or e-learning development tools.
• Eager to learn, grow, and contribute within a mission-driven organization.
• Other experience considered an asset:

• Working in suicide prevention, mental health promotion, or crisis intervention.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
• Experience developing content for diverse audiences (e.g., community members, professionals, youth-serving organizations).
• Knowledge of evaluation methods and continuous quality improvement.

Competencies

• Personal capacity, empathy and sensitivity for working in a suicide-related context.
• Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to organize and coordinate curriculum development project resources, stakeholders, and activities with varied priorities.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and learner-focused.
• Adaptable and curious, with a willingness to explore emerging technologies.
• Invested in continuous learning and openness to feedback.

Working Conditions

• This role involves regular exposure to sensitive and potentially distressing content related to suicide and mental health.