Digital Curriculum Developer - STEM Focus

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional growth opportunities

Relocation assistance (considered)

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Digital Curriculum Developer to design and produce STEM-focused online learning content for secondary education. This office-based role requires collaboration with educators and instructional designers to translate objectives into engaging modules.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, a Master's is an advantage, and 5+ years in curriculum development for digital learning, with strong skills in Articulate Storyline, Adobe

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development for digital/online learning.
• Proven experience developing STEM-related educational content.
• Proficiency with Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate and LMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking, problem solving, and strong communication skills.
• Must be available to work full-time in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging and interactive digital learning materials for STEM subjects.
• Create course outlines, learning objectives, instructional content, assessments, and multimedia elements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers for pedagogical soundness.
• Utilize authoring tools and LMS to build and publish digital courses.
• Ensure all content adheres to accessibility standards and best practices.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure student learning outcomes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of curriculum design processes and standards.
• Stay updated with emerging trends and technologies in digital education.
• Manage multiple development projects with timelines and budgets.
• Provide training and support to educators on using developed digital resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Digital Curriculum Developer to join their innovative education team based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA. This role is pivotal in designing and producing high-quality digital learning content, with a strong emphasis on STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) for secondary education. You will be responsible for translating educational objectives into engaging, interactive, and effective online learning modules. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of instructional design principles, curriculum development best practices, and the latest educational technologies. This is an office-based position, requiring active participation and collaboration within our vibrant team environment located in Richards Bay. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of online learning for our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging and interactive digital learning materials for STEM subjects.
• Create course outlines, learning objectives, instructional content, assessments, and multimedia elements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
• Utilize authoring tools and learning management systems (LMS) to build and publish digital courses.
• Ensure all digital content adheres to accessibility standards and best practices.
• Develop assessment strategies that effectively measure student learning outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of curriculum design processes and standards.
• Stay updated with emerging trends and technologies in digital education and curriculum development.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously, adhering to project timelines and budgets.
• Provide training and support to educators on the effective use of developed digital resources.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, specifically for digital or online learning environments.
• Proven experience in developing STEM-related educational content.
• Proficiency with instructional design software (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must be available to work full-time in our Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• State-of-the-art office facilities.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Exposure to cutting-edge educational technology.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.