Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Contract role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM for a contract, fully remote role. You will design innovative curriculum materials for secondary school students, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and real-world applications.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts and educators to ensure alignment with national standards and prepare students for further study and careers in STEM fields.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in STEM fields required.
• Minimum 5 years in curriculum development or instructional design.
• Experience designing STEM curricula for secondary schools.
• Familiarity with national curriculum frameworks and best practices.
• Excellent written communication and virtual collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design STEM curriculum frameworks, lesson plans and resources for secondary schools.
• Integrate project-based learning and digital tools into materials.
• Ensure content aligns with current educational standards and industry trends.
• Collaborate virtually with subject matter experts, teachers and instructional designers.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure student outcomes in STEM.

Skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Educational content

Virtual collaboration

STEM education

Education

Master's or PhD in STEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education for a contract position. This fully remote role involves designing innovative and engaging curriculum materials for secondary school students, focusing on inquiry-based learning and real-world applications. You will collaborate with subject matter experts and educators to ensure the curriculum meets national standards and effectively prepares students for future academic and career pursuits. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in STEM fields and a proven track record in educational content creation and instructional design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curriculum frameworks, lesson plans, and educational resources for secondary school levels.
• Integrate cutting-edge pedagogical approaches, including project-based learning and digital tools, into curriculum materials.
• Ensure curriculum content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with current educational standards and industry trends.
• Collaborate virtually with subject matter experts, teachers, and instructional designers to refine and validate curriculum content.
• Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure student learning outcomes within the STEM subjects.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or PhD in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational content creation.
• Proven expertise in designing STEM curricula for secondary school education.
• Strong understanding of national curriculum frameworks and educational best practices.
• Excellent written communication, research, and virtual collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape the future of STEM education through innovative curriculum design.
• Access to a supportive team and resources for project execution.
• Potential for follow-on projects based on performance and project needs.