Curriculum Developer (BEd Intermediate Phase)

Sifiso Learning Group; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in South Africa is seeking an experienced Curriculum Developer to design learning materials for its Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching. The successful candidate will have at least five years of curriculum development experience, particularly in Intermediate Phase subjects such as Mathematics and Sciences. This contract-based position allows for remote work with potential in-person engagements. Candidates should apply with their CV and examples of prior work to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ curriculum development experience in higher education, preferably BEd / PGCE.
• Proven expertise in Intermediate Phase subjects (Mathematics, Sciences, Social Sciences, Life Skills).
• Familiarity with South African curriculum policy, CHE standards and assessment frameworks.
• Experience in digital / blended learning and ICT in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop course guides, learner guides, lecture notes, assessment instruments.
• Align content with NQF level descriptors and accreditation requirements.
• Integrate Project-Based Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning methodologies.
• Create support materials for Work Integrated Learning modules.
• Collaborate with subject experts to ensure contextual relevance.

Skills

Strong academic writing

Instructional design skills

Planning skills

Project management

Collaboration skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with digital authoring tools

Education

5 years’ curriculum development experience in higher education

Expertise in Intermediate Phase subjects

Familiarity with South African curriculum policy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital authoring tools

Job description

Nation NXT College (NNC), Sifiso Learning Group’s teacher training institution, is looking for an experienced Curriculum Developer to design and align learning materials for its Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Intermediate Phase Teaching (Grades 4-7). This is a contract-based opportunity to contribute to a pioneering programme that integrates Project-Based Learning (PBL) and Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) into teacher education.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop course guides, learner guides, lecture notes, assessment instruments and digital resources.
• Align content with NQF level descriptors, HEQSF guidelines and accreditation requirements.
• Integrate Project-Based Learning (PBL), Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) and blended learning methodologies.
• Create support materials for Work Integrated Learning (TPN modules).
• Develop modules in Intermediate Phase Mathematics, Natural Science and Technology, Social Science and Life Skills.
• Collaborate with subject experts and academic managers to ensure contextual relevance.
• Ensure inclusivity, diversity and relevance to South African classrooms.
• Contribute to assessment in PBL, CAPS enhancement and professional studies (ethics, norms, research, professionalism).

Minimum Requirements

• At least 5 years’ curriculum development experience in higher education, preferablyBEd / PGCE.
• Proven expertise in Intermediate Phase subjects (Mathematics, Sciences, SocialSciences, Life Skills).
• Familiarity with South African curriculum policy, CHE standards and assessmentframeworks.
• Experience in digital / blended learning and ICT in teaching.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong academic writing and instructional design skills.
• Ability to contextualise complex concepts for Grades 4-7.
• Planning, project management and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital authoring tools.
• Experience with accreditation and moderation processes.

This is a contract-based opportunity. The role is remote with potential in-person engagements. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of teachers and meet the above requirements, we would like to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter and examples of prior curriculum development work to : [e-mail]