Curriculum Developer - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 520.000 - 780.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

State-of-the-art facilities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM to design, implement, and refine a cutting-edge STEM curriculum aligned with national and international standards.

You will collaborate with teachers, integrate technology, and lead professional development, while ensuring assessment strategies and accreditation compliance. This on-site role offers a dynamic team and a facility with advanced resources.

Formación

• Master's degree in STEM or Education required.
• Minimum 6 years in curriculum development or instructional design, focused on STEM.
• Proven track record creating engaging materials for diverse learners.
• Knowledge of current STEM pedagogy trends.
• Experience with educational tech tools.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Collaborative with faculty and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SA education landscape advantageous.
• Full-time on-site in Rustenburg campus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and update STEM curriculum frameworks, lesson plans, and materials.
• Ensure curriculum coherence and vertical alignment across subjects.
• Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods.
• Conduct research on best practices in STEM education.
• Collaborate with teachers to provide professional development.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure STEM outcomes.
• Review curriculum effectiveness using feedback and data.
• Liaise with external experts and institutions to enrich the curriculum.
• Ensure compliance with educational policies and accreditation.
• Organize and facilitate STEM extracurricular activities and projects.

Conocimientos

Curriculum development

STEM education

Educational technology

Stakeholder collaboration

Educational research

Educación

Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Education

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious private educational institution in Rustenburg, North West, ZA , is looking for an innovative and experienced Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM subjects. This role is crucial in designing, implementing, and refining a cutting-edge STEM curriculum that aligns with national and international standards. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of pedagogical best practices in STEM education and a passion for inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists. This position is based on-site at our client's campus in Rustenburg, North West, ZA , offering a dynamic and collaborative working environment. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of STEM learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update STEM curriculum frameworks, lesson plans, and learning materials for all grade levels.
• Ensure curriculum coherence and vertical alignment across different subjects and stages of learning.
• Integrate technology and innovative teaching methodologies into the STEM curriculum.
• Conduct research on best practices in STEM education and emerging educational technologies.
• Collaborate with teachers to provide professional development and support in implementing the new curriculum.
• Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure student learning outcomes in STEM subjects.
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum through feedback and performance data.
• Liaise with external experts, industry professionals, and academic institutions to enrich the curriculum.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant educational policies and accreditation requirements.
• Organize and facilitate STEM-related extracurricular activities, competitions, and projects.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Education.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in curriculum development or instructional design, with a strong focus on STEM education.
• Proven experience in creating engaging and effective learning materials for diverse student populations.
• In-depth knowledge of current trends and pedagogical approaches in STEM education.
• Experience with educational technology tools and platforms.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the South African educational landscape is advantageous.
• This role requires full-time commitment at our campus in Rustenburg, North West, ZA .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits including medical aid and retirement fund contributions, and generous paid time off.
• You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility with access to advanced resources.
• Continuous professional development is encouraged and supported, with opportunities for further training and conference attendance.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to educational innovation in Rustenburg, North West, ZA .