Curriculum Developer - STEM Education

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive contract rate

Impactful STEM education work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Curriculum Developer to design STEM-focused educational materials for schools around Richards Bay. You will research trends, outline and write content, and edit for accuracy and pedagogy.

The role collaborates with educators, SMEs, and instructional designers to ensure high-quality curriculum. Hybrid work environment offers a mix of remote and in-office collaboration, enabling flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, STEM field, or Curriculum Development.
• Proven experience in curriculum design and development, particularly in STEM subjects.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and learning theories.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging STEM curriculum materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Research current trends and best practices in STEM education to inform curriculum design.
• Write, edit, and review educational content for clarity, accuracy, and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers to ensure curriculum quality.
• Pilot and revise curriculum based on feedback from educators and student performance data.

Skills

Curriculum design

STEM education knowledge

Educational research

Writing & editing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education or Curriculum Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Curriculum Developer to design innovative educational materials focused on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) for schools in Richards Bay . This role involves researching, outlining, writing, and editing new course content, ensuring it is engaging, effective, and aligned with current educational standards and industry trends. You will play a key part in enhancing STEM education, equipping students with the skills needed for future careers in these critical fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging STEM curriculum materials, including lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Research current trends and best practices in STEM education to inform curriculum design.
• Write, edit, and review educational content for clarity, accuracy, and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers to ensure curriculum quality.
• Pilot and revise curriculum based on feedback from educators and student performance data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, STEM field, or Curriculum Development.
• Proven experience in curriculum design and development, particularly in STEM subjects.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and learning theories.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate, negotiable based on experience.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule offering a mix of remote and in-office collaboration.
• Opportunity to shape the future of STEM education locally.
• Project-based work with potential for future engagements.Supportive team environment focused on educational innovation.