Early Childhood Curriculum & Learning Leader (Hybrid)

Highscope; Ypsilanti (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly environment

Job summary

HighScope Educational Research Foundation in Ypsilanti, MI, is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist to develop curriculum and professional learning content for early childhood professionals. The role involves facilitating courses, contributing to HighScope publications, and representing HighScope at conferences.

A hybrid work arrangement with occasional travel and flexible hours is included. Required are a Bachelor’s in education (or related field) and at least 3 years in early childhood

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in early childhood education.
• Experience in developing, facilitating, or supporting professional learning, curriculum, instructional materials, or other educational content.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood education practices and principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and contribute to the development of curriculum, professional learning courses, instructional materials, and related educational products.
• Design, facilitate, and evaluate professional learning events, including piloting new and revised courses and incorporating participant feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Apply knowledge of early childhood education, the HighScope approach, current research, and adult learning principles to the development and refinement of HighScope content and products.
• Contribute subject matter expertise to HighScope materials and publications, including articles, podcasts, social media content, and other communications.
• Represent HighScope at professional conferences and other early childhood meetings and events, including developing and delivering conference presentations and professional learning sessions.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and subject matter support to HighScope field consultants.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners on projects that support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HighScope curriculum, professional learning, and products.
• Manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, prioritizing work effectively to meet established deadlines and organizational goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of early childhood research, trends, practices, and policies and apply relevant knowledge to HighScope’s work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Independent decision making

Background check

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

HighScope Educational Research Foundation in Ypsilanti, MI, is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist to develop curriculum and professional learning content for early childhood professionals. The role involves facilitating courses, contributing to HighScope publications, and representing HighScope at conferences.

A hybrid work arrangement with occasional travel and flexible hours is included. Required are a Bachelor’s in education (or related field) and at least 3 years in early childhood