Language Arts Curriculum Developer

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible hours

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a creative Language Arts Curriculum Developer to design and refine educational materials for language arts programs in Paarl. You will ensure standards-aligned lesson plans, activities, and assessments that build reading, writing and communication skills.

The role requires collaboration with educators and SMEs, strong literacy knowledge, and the ability to pilot and refine content with feedback from pilot testing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or related field.
• Proven curriculum development experience in Language Arts or English education.
• Strong knowledge of literacy development, grammar, literature, and composition instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum frameworks and detailed Language Arts lesson plans across grade levels.
• Create engaging instructional materials, activities, worksheets, and assessments.
• Ensure content aligns with national and provincial standards and outcomes.
• Collaborate with educators and subject experts to review and revise materials.
• Research innovative teaching methods and educational technologies for design.
• Pilot new modules and gather feedback for improvement.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Communication skills

Project management

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Master's degree in Education/English/Linguistics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Language Arts Curriculum Developer to design and refine educational materials for their language arts programs in Paarl . This role requires a deep understanding of literacy development, pedagogical best practices, and curriculum design principles. You will be responsible for creating engaging, effective, and standards-aligned lesson plans, activities, and assessments that foster strong reading, writing, and communication skills in students. This position is crucial for ensuring the quality and impact of the language arts education provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive curriculum frameworks and detailed lesson plans for Language Arts across various grade levels.
• Create engaging and effective instructional materials, including student activities, worksheets, and assessment tools.
• Ensure all curriculum content aligns with national and provincial educational standards and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with educators and subject matter experts to review and revise existing curriculum materials.
• Research and integrate innovative teaching methodologies and educational technologies into curriculum design.
• Conduct pilot testing of new curriculum modules and gather feedback for iterative improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in curriculum development, specifically within Language Arts or English education.
• Strong knowledge of literacy development, grammar, literature, and composition instruction.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with educational standards and assessment design principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate and potential for project extension.
• Flexible working hours with hybrid work options, allowing for remote work and on-site collaboration in Paarl .
• Opportunity to shape educational content for a significant number of students.
• Professional growth through exposure to innovative educational practices.
• Contribution to enhancing literacy and communication skills within the educational system.