Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Remote and on-site collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM to design, develop and revise engaging curricula across educational levels. You will leverage pedagogical research and collaborate with educators and instructional designers to create learning materials that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

The role emphasizes flexible work arrangements and opportunities to shape STEM education standards in the region, with a focus on innovative teaching methods

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in STEM or Education.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and instructional design, preferably in STEM.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and learning theories.
• Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, potentially across different locations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curricula, including lesson plans, activities, assessments, and learning resources.
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with educational standards, learning objectives, and student needs.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methodologies, technology integration, and project-based learning approaches.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers throughout the development process.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials to enhance their effectiveness and relevance.
• Create assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes and curriculum impact.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in STEM field or Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM subjects to contribute to their educational initiatives in Mahikeng . This role involves designing, developing, and revising engaging and effective STEM curricula for various educational levels. You will leverage current pedagogical research and best practices to create learning materials that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated educator or subject matter expert to shape the future of STEM education through collaborative development and flexible work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curricula , including lesson plans, activities, assessments, and learning resources.
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with educational standards, learning objectives, and student needs.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methodologies, technology integration, and project-based learning approaches.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers throughout the development process.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials to enhance their effectiveness and relevance.
• Create assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes and curriculum impact.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or Education.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and instructional design, preferably in STEM.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles and learning theories.
• Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, potentially across different locations.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work arrangements, with opportunities for remote and on-site collaboration.
• Opportunity to significantly impact STEM education standards in the region.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate educational professionals in Mahikeng . Gain valuable experience in cutting-edge educational development.