Remote Science Curriculum SME - Biology (Contract)

ICL Academy; United States; À distance; USD 4 200 - 5 700; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ICL Academy is seeking a highly motivated Science Curriculum Subject-Matter Expert (SME) to enhance our asynchronous Biology course. SMEs work remotely, updating assessments based on a detailed audit provided by the Academic Department Chair.

The role focuses on improving standards alignment and student engagement across 30 lessons, with communication windows and multi-month project deadlines. Responsibilities include revising assignments, creating multimedia learning experiences, and designing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Biology.
• Classroom teaching or curriculum development experience for grades 5–12, especially Biology.
• Experience designing standards-aligned assignments and assessments (NGSS, CCSS, or equivalent).
• Ability to use AI tools to create lab simulations and interactive science experiences for asynchronous learners.
• Strong written communication skills for asynchronous instruction.
• Ability to work independently and consistently meet deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Revise existing assignments to align with learning objectives and course standards.
• Incorporate modern assessment strategies and varied assignment formats.
• Create engaging, interactive, multimedia learning experiences (Amplify).
• Ensure clarity of instructions for fully asynchronous learners.
• Redesign formative and summative assessments for rigor and alignment.
• Develop diverse question types and improved feedback mechanisms.
• Implement authentic/performance-based assessment strategies.
• Complete onboarding training and attend the project launch meeting with the Academic Department Chair.
• Maintain occasional availability during scheduled business hour windows.
• Communicate consistently through email check-ins; participate in Zoom check-ins if deadlines slip.
• Meet all deadlines across a multi-month project (October to end of April).
• Work independently in Google Drive and Amplify to update course materials.
• Follow the course audit to implement required versions, improvements, and enhancements.

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Outils

H5P

PhET simulations

AI-generated simulations

Virtual labs

Amplify

Description du poste

ICL Academy is seeking a highly motivated Science Curriculum Subject-Matter Expert (SME) to enhance our asynchronous Biology course. SMEs work remotely, updating assessments based on a detailed audit provided by the Academic Department Chair.

The role focuses on improving standards alignment and student engagement across 30 lessons, with communication windows and multi-month project deadlines. Responsibilities include revising assignments, creating multimedia learning experiences, and designing