Educational Content Specialist - Natural Sciences

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development and career-op

Collaborative work environment in Ben

Impact on science education

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Content Specialist with a strong Natural Sciences background to create engaging online materials for secondary learners. The role blends remote content development with in-person collaboration at our Benoni office.

You will design, write, and review content for Biology, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences, ensuring alignment with CAPS and quality standards, while leveraging instructional design principles and LMS tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Science or Science Education.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years in educational content development, curriculum design, or teaching Natural Sciences at the secondary level.
• Proven experience writing educational materials for online or blended learning environments.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in using digital content creation tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Must be available for Hybrid work, with regular engagement at the Benoni office.
• A proactive and collaborative work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and write engaging educational content for online Natural Sciences courses (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science).
• Ensure content is accurate, up-to-date and aligned with CAPS and national standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia developers to create learning materials.
• Develop assessment items, quizzes, and interactive exercises to gauge student understanding.
• Review and edit content created by others for quality and clarity.
• Participate in strategy meetings at the Benoni office to contribute to new product development.
• Stay updated on trends in science education and digital learning technologies.
• Adapt content for various learning modalities and platforms.
• Maintain high quality and consistency across all materials.

Skills

Writing skills

Strong science background

Instructional design

LMS proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Science or Science Education

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

LMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Educational Content Specialist with expertise in Natural Sciences to join their innovative educational technology team. This role operates on a Hybrid model, combining remote content creation with collaborative sessions and team meetings at our Benoni office. You will be responsible for developing engaging, accurate, and pedagogically sound content for online courses and learning platforms, focusing on subjects like Biology, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences for secondary school learners. The ideal candidate possesses a strong science background, exceptional writing skills, and a deep understanding of instructional design principles for digital environments. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the learning experiences of students and contribute to the growth of a leading EdTech company in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and write engaging educational content for online Natural Sciences courses (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science).
• Ensure all content is accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with national curriculum standards (e.g., CAPS).
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia developers to create rich learning materials.
• Develop assessment items, quizzes, and interactive exercises to gauge student understanding.
• Review and edit content created by other team members for quality, clarity, and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategy meetings at the Benoni office to contribute to new product development.
• Stay abreast of trends in science education and digital learning technologies.
• Adapt content for various learning modalities and digital platforms.
• Maintain a high standard of quality and consistency across all developed materials.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science) or Science Education.
• A Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in educational content development, curriculum design, or teaching Natural Sciences at the secondary level.
• Proven experience in writing educational materials for online or blended learning environments.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for explaining complex scientific concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in using digital content creation tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Must be available for Hybrid work, with regular engagement at the Benoni office.
• A proactive and collaborative work ethic.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to educational excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting your expertise and contribution.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between remote flexibility and office collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the EdTech sector.
• Collaborative and creative work environment in Benoni .
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on science education.