Science Curriculum Designer, Biology

TrulyHired; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IXL Learning in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Science Curriculum Designer, Biology to join our curriculum design team. The role focuses on crafting clear, engaging biology content for K-12 learners and ensuring accuracy and alignment with standards.

You will collaborate with illustrators and leaders to shape content strategies, manage projects, and contribute to high-quality science experiences used by millions of students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Biology is required.
• Master's or PhD in biology or related field preferred.
• High school or collegiate science teaching or tutoring experience is required or helpful.
• Excellent writing ability is essential.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and write clear, engaging, interactive science questions to meet K-12 objectives.
• Write age-appropriate explanations of life science concepts.
• Ensure questions and explanations are scientifically correct.
• Collaborate with illustrators and curriculum designers to determine content strategies.
• Develop and manage project plans to deliver high-quality science content.
• Research alignment to educational standards and common assessments.

Skills

Biology degree

Teaching experience

Writing ability

Curriculum development

Interdisciplinary science

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Biology

Master's or PhD preferred

Job description

Science Curriculum Designer, Biology Full Description

IXL Learning, a global edtech leader with personalized learning products used by millions of students worldwide, is seeking an experienced, passionate biology educator to join our team as a Science Curriculum Designer. In this role, you'll lend your specialized knowledge and expertise in K-12 science education to help the curriculum design team craft exceptional learning experiences for elementary, middle, and high school students. Your strong writing skills, creative problem solving, educational insights, and commitment to quality will make personalized learning a reality for millions of students.

This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our Raleigh, NC, area office.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Design and write clear, engaging, interactive science questions to meet specified educational objectives for K-12
• Write helpful, age-appropriate explanations of life science concepts
• Ensure questions and explanations are scientifically correct
• Collaborate with illustrators, other curriculum designers, and company leaders to determine appropriate content strategies
• Develop and manage project plans to create and deliver high-quality science content
• Research and review IXL's alignment to educational standards, common assessments, and popular textbooks

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's in Biology required; Master's or PhD preferred
• High school or collegiate science teaching or tutoring experience
• Ability to work across multiple scientific disciplines such as life science, earth science, physical science, and engineering
• Excellent writing ability
• Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas
• Highly self-motivated and efficient with superb attention to detail
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design is a plus

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

• 1 in 4 students in the United States uses
• provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
• is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
• is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator‑created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission‑minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.