Curriculum Specialist

TrulyHired; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Colibri Group seeks a Curriculum Specialist to design, develop, and align curriculum with program outcomes, standards, and accreditation requirements. This role emphasizes precise alignment, clear documentation, and data-driven revisions.

You will translate regulatory frameworks into instructionally sound materials, support faculty hiring and onboarding, and collaborate with leadership to implement improvements. Remote, full-time position supporting multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Education, Curriculum & Instruction or related field.
• 5–7+ years in curriculum development, instructional design, or related support roles.
• Experience aligning curriculum to standards/competencies.
• Strong writing/editing skills in academic or regulatory contexts.
• Experience using data to inform curriculum decisions; AI experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and align curriculum to program outcomes and standards.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear, defensible curriculum materials.
• Support faculty hiring, onboarding, and professional learning to align curriculum and instruction.
• Maintain version control and document curriculum updates.
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize and implement improvements.

Skills

Strong writing

Data analysis

AI experience

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field

Doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) preferred

Tools

LMS platforms

Curriculum development tools

Job description

Curriculum Specialist

Full Time. Remote location.

Position Overview

The Curriculum Specialist is a detail-oriented educational professional responsible for the design, development, revision, and alignment of curriculum and instructional materials. This role focuses on executing high-quality curriculum builds and updates based on data-driven decision-making, accreditation requirements, and evolving regulatory standards. Working under the guidance of the Curriculum Manager or Director of Curriculum & Instruction, the Curriculum Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring that all course content is instructionally sound, standards-aligned, and compliant with state, national, and accreditation expectations. This role requires strong writing skills, precision in standards alignment, and the ability to translate academic and regulatory requirements into clear, engaging instructional materials.

In addition, the Curriculum Specialist supports faculty-related processes, including hiring, onboarding, and ongoing professional learning, to ensure strong alignment between curriculum design and instructional delivery.

What You’ll Do

Curriculum Design & Development

• Develop and revise curriculum, including syllabi, learning modules, assignments, and assessments, aligned to program outcomes and instructional best practices.
• Build detailed assignment storyboards, rubrics, and learning activities that support measurable candidate outcomes.
• Translate academic frameworks (e.g., InTASC, CAEP, SPA, state standards) into instructionally sound and assessable curriculum components.
• Ensure curriculum reflects research-based instructional strategies and adult learning principles.

Curriculum Review & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze candidate performance data, survey feedback, and faculty input to inform curriculum revisions.
• Execute updates to curriculum based on formal review cycles and identified improvement areas.
• Maintain version control and documentation of curriculum updates and revisions.
• Collaborate with the Curriculum Manager or Director to prioritize and implement curriculum improvements.

Standards Alignment & Mapping

• Develop and maintain detailed standards alignment matrices linking curriculum to state, national, and accreditation standards.
• Ensure all curriculum components are explicitly aligned to required competencies and standards.
• Conduct gap analyses to identify missing or underrepresented standards.
• Update curriculum to reflect changes in standards, frameworks, and regulatory expectations.

Accreditation & Regulatory Writing

• Draft and revise accreditation documentation, including:
  • Standards alignment narratives
  • Evidence-based justifications
  • Program descriptions and curricular explanations
  • Support state approval and accreditation submissions (e.g., CAEP, state DOE, DEAC).
• Ensure curriculum artifacts meet documentation and audit expectations for regulatory review.
• Translate curriculum design into clear, defensible language for reviewers and accrediting bodies.

Instructional Materials & Platform Implementation

• Prepare curriculum for implementation within learning management systems (LMS) or proprietary platforms.
• Ensure consistency in formatting, clarity, and usability of all instructional materials.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and platform teams to ensure accurate course builds.
• Review courses post-build to ensure fidelity to curriculum design.
• Teach a minimum of two cohorts per year.

Faculty Support, Hiring & Professional Learning

• Support faculty hiring processes as needed, including reviewing candidate qualifications and participating in interviews.
• Lead and/or support faculty onboarding to ensure clear understanding of curriculum, instructional expectations, and assessment practices.
• Assist in facilitating faculty meetings, ensuring alignment between instructional delivery and curriculum expectations.
• Design, implement, and support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) for faculty focused on instructional improvement, curriculum alignment, and candidate outcomes.
• Collaborate with academic leadership to identify faculty development needs and contribute to training initiatives aligned to program goals and accreditation expectations.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with faculty, subject matter experts (SMEs), and academic leadership to refine curriculum.
• Incorporate SME feedback into curriculum revisions while maintaining alignment and rigor.
• Support faculty by clarifying assignment expectations, rubrics, and instructional intent.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., admissions, marketing, clinical practice teams) as needed to ensure alignment between curriculum and program messaging.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field
• 5-7+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or academic program support
• Demonstrated experience aligning curriculum to standards or competencies
• Strong writing and editing skills, particularly in academic or regulatory contexts
• Experience using data to inform instructional or curriculum decisions
• Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Preferred

• Doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field strongly preferred
• Experience supporting accreditation or state approval processes (e.g., CAEP, DEAC, state DoE)
• Familiarity with standards frameworks (e.g., InTASC, ISTE, CEC, state-specific standards)
• Experience in online or blended learning environments
• Experience with LMS platforms or curriculum development tools
• Experience supporting faculty onboarding, professional development, or instructional coaching

Core Competencies

• Detail Orientation: Ability to produce precise, standards-aligned curriculum and documentation
• Analytical Thinking: Uses data and feedback to inform revisions and improvements
• Technical Writing: Produces clear, structured, and defensible accreditation and curriculum documentation
• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams and faculty
• Leadership Support: Contributes to faculty development, onboarding, and instructional alignment
• Organization & Execution: Manages multiple curriculum projects with accuracy and efficiency

Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.