Curriculum Developer

Grand Canyon Education; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in educational services is seeking a Curriculum Developer to enhance course quality and delivery. This role involves collaborating with academic professionals to design and develop engaging courses while managing multiple projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and have a strong background in curriculum development and instructional design. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes innovation and community engagement, offering exceptional benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in education.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K savings plan

Generous time off plan

11 paid holidays

Paid time off to volunteer

Education Tuition Discount Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of curriculum development or instructional design experience.
• Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop new courses using instructional design techniques.
• Manage multiple course development projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve development goals.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Instructional Design

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Master's degree in Curriculum or Instructional Design

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.

Grand Canyon University’s Curriculum Design and Development department is seeking a Curriculum Developer to join our team! This position will liaise with academic constituents and subject matter experts for the timely development and delivery of quality courses.

While this position is a Phoenix, AZ based role, we are in an indefinitely remote status. There may be department meetings or trainings that require in-person attendance (proper health and safety measures will be followed), in which advance notice will be provided. This position is only open to AZ residents.

What you will do:

• Develop new courses using instructional design techniques.

• Facilitate design meetings with faculty and professional practitioners.

• Collaborate with the Instructional Designer, Editor, SMEs, and project stakeholders to achieve development goals.

• Manage multiple course development projects simultaneously by prioritizing project deadlines.

• Work extensively with stakeholders and SMEs to perform needs analysis, develop learning objectives and design deliverables that meet the learners’ and stakeholders’ needs.

• Map course topics, objectives and competencies into program designs to demonstrate that standards are met.

• Meet quality, productivity, and service standards established by department.

• Follow a course revision schedule in accordance with advances in technology and developments in the field of study.

• Adhere to available guidelines, policies and technologies to accomplish and track project life cycle.

• Maintain regular and frequent communications with development stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of projects.

• Take appropriate actions to identify, investigate, and resolve issues as quickly as possible and understand when best to escalate due to potential impact of issue.

• Research new products and review existing product performance; recommend changes.

• Engage in a variety of relevant learning opportunities that will enhance on the job skill capacity and knowledge.

• Perform additional duties as required.

What you will have:

• Master's degree required (preferably in curriculum or instructional design)

• Minimum of 2 years of curriculum development or instructional design experience

• Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models and methodologies

• Ability to facilitate-to-consensus (act as balancer of interests vs. positions among the many clients involved in a course transformation)

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a service-oriented, supportive environment

• Excellent attention to detail and skills in communication, presentation design and delivery, and data collection and analysis

• Results oriented and able to organize and independently manage various projects simultaneously

• Thorough analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills

• Able to demonstrate a sufficient level of analytical and strategic thinking to plan and manage designated projects to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget

• Ability to clearly articulate problems and/or issues and research resolutions prior to management escalation

• Able to communicate effectively, provide intelligent and persuasive guidance, and manage each development project to meet both deadlines and quality standards

• Thorough knowledge of project management methods and procedures

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn additional software as needed.

• Excellent knowledge of grammar and command of the English language.

• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCE:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program