Curriculum Developer - STEM Education

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits includingHealth

Flexible remote work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM education for a fully remote team. You will design, develop, and revise STEM curricula for K-12, ensuring alignment with national and provincial standards and incorporating best practices in pedagogy and technology.

The role requires collaboration with educators and subject matter experts to create engaging modules, assessments, and professional development resources.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Education, Curriculum Development, STEM or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching with STEM focus.
• Proven ability to design standards-aligned K-12 curricula.
• Strong understanding of STEM pedagogy and learning theories.
• Experience with remote or distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop STEM curriculum frameworks and lesson plans.
• Create engaging content including interactive modules and assessments.
• Research and integrate effective pedagogical approaches and tech tools.
• Align curriculum with national and provincial standards.
• Collaborate with SMEs and educators to refine materials.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes.
• Lead professional development for educators on new curricula.
• Revise curricula based on feedback and data.
• Manage curriculum projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Contribute to creation of supplementary learning resources.

Skills

Curriculum development expertise

STEM pedagogy

LMS proficiency

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education

5+ years in curriculum development/teaching

Tools

Curriculum design software

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM education for their fully remote team. This role is ideal for an educator or instructional designer passionate about creating engaging and effective learning experiences for K-12 students. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and revising STEM curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with educational standards and incorporating best practices in pedagogy and technology. As a remote-first position, you'll collaborate with a diverse team of educators and subject matter experts to shape the future of STEM education.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curriculum frameworks and lesson plans.
• Create engaging educational content, including interactive modules, activities, and assessments.
• Research and integrate the latest pedagogical approaches and technological tools into curriculum design.
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with national and provincial educational standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, teachers, and instructional designers to refine curriculum materials.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure student learning and instructional effectiveness.
• Facilitate professional development for educators on the implementation of new curricula.
• Revise and update existing curriculum based on feedback and evaluation data.
• Manage curriculum development projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials.
• Contribute to the creation of supplementary educational resources.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, STEM field, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching, with a focus on STEM subjects.
• Proven ability to design engaging and standards-aligned curriculum for K-12 education.
• Strong understanding of STEM pedagogy and learning theories.
• Proficiency with curriculum development software and learning management systems (LMS).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Creative and innovative approach to educational content creation.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating curriculum effectiveness.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in curriculum design.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team.
• Chance to impact STEM education on a large scale.