Associate Product Developer (Curriculum and Educational Solutions)

Really Good Stuff, LLC; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for growth

National impact in education

Creative work environment

Job summary

Really Good Stuff, Shelton, CT, is seeking an Associate Product Developer to turn classroom experience into engaging, standards-aligned learning solutions for PreK-3. You will collaborate with educators, curriculum experts, designers, and product teams to move ideas from concept through launch on-site in Shelton, CT.

This role emphasizes researching trends, ensuring instructional accuracy, and partnering across departments to deliver high-quality resources with real classroom impact and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of K-3 classroom teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional design, lesson planning, and differentiated instruction.
• Passion for developing engaging educational products that support teachers and inspire students.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable learning new technologies; experience with AI tools, EdTech platforms, educational publishing, or product development is a plus.
• Creative, collaborative, and motivated with a desire to continue making a difference in education.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, standards-aligned educational products for PreK-3 classrooms across multiple subject areas.
• Design engaging print, digital, and hands‑on learning resources, including games, manipulatives, teacher materials, and classroom activities.
• Apply your classroom experience to identify instructional needs and develop creative solutions that support teachers and improve student outcomes.
• Research educational trends, curriculum standards, classroom best practices, and emerging technologies to inform product development.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Marketing, and Manufacturing teams to bring products from concept through launch.
• Review educational content for instructional accuracy, grade‑level appropriateness, and curriculum alignment while ensuring exceptional quality.
• Present new product ideas and incorporate feedback from cross‑functional stakeholders throughout the development process.
• Evaluate prototypes and production samples to ensure classroom effectiveness, functionality, and quality standards are met.
• Write compelling product copy that clearly communicates educational value, learning objectives, and classroom applications.
• Maintain product documentation, educational archives, photography samples, and product records throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

K-3 classroom teaching

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Adaptability to new tech

Collaboration

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Associate Product Developer (Curriculum & Educational Solutions)

Really Good Stuff | Shelton, CT (On-site)

Turn Your Classroom Experience into Products That Inspire Learning

At Really Good Stuff, we believe the best educational products are created by educators. Every day, teachers across the country rely on our innovative classroom resources to engage students, simplify instruction, and improve learning outcomes. If you're ready to take your passion for education beyond the classroom, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

As an Associate Product Developer, you'll work alongside former teachers, curriculum experts, designers, and product development professionals to create engaging, standards-aligned learning solutions used by thousands of educators nationwide. From brainstorming new ideas to seeing products come to life, you'll help shape the next generation of classroom resources that make teaching easier and learning more meaningful.

If you've ever thought, "I wish someone would create a better classroom resource," this is your chance to be that someone.

What You'll Do

• Develop innovative, standards-aligned educational products for PreK-3 classrooms across multiple subject areas.
• Design engaging print, digital, and hands‑on learning resources, including games, manipulatives, teacher materials, and classroom activities.
• Apply your classroom experience to identify instructional needs and develop creative solutions that support teachers and improve student outcomes.
• Research educational trends, curriculum standards, classroom best practices, and emerging technologies to inform product development.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Marketing, and Manufacturing teams to bring products from concept through launch.
• Review educational content for instructional accuracy, grade‑level appropriateness, and curriculum alignment while ensuring exceptional quality.
• Present new product ideas and incorporate feedback from cross‑functional stakeholders throughout the development process.
• Evaluate prototypes and production samples to ensure classroom effectiveness, functionality, and quality standards are met.
• Write compelling product copy that clearly communicates educational value, learning objectives, and classroom applications.
• Maintain product documentation, educational archives, photography samples, and product records throughout the product lifecycle.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of K-3 classroom teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional design, lesson planning, and differentiated instruction.
• Passion for developing engaging educational products that support teachers and inspire students.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable learning new technologies; experience with AI tools, EdTech platforms, educational publishing, or product development is a plus.
• Creative, collaborative, and motivated with a desire to continue making a difference in education.

Why Join Really Good Stuff?

When you join Really Good Stuff, you don't leave education—you expand your impact.

Your classroom expertise will help shape products used by thousands of teachers and millions of students across the country. You'll join a collaborative team of educators and innovators who are passionate about making classrooms more engaging, effective, and fun.

We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative, innovative, and mission‑driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• The opportunity to continue making a meaningful difference in education on a national scale
• A creative environment where your classroom experience directly influences the products teachers use every day

Preferred Backgrounds

We're especially interested in candidates with experience in:

• Elementary Education (PreK-3)
• Instructional Design
• Educational Publishing
• Educational Technology (EdTech)
• Teacher Leadership or Instructional Coaching
• Literacy, Math, STEM, or Early Childhood Curriculum
• Classroom Resource Development

About Really Good Stuff

Really Good Stuff, an Excelligence Learning Company, has been a trusted partner to educators for more than 30 years. We design innovative, high‑quality educational products that help teachers create engaging classrooms and improve student success. Our mission is simple: provide teachers with the tools they need to inspire learning every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Excelligence Learning Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.