Natural Sciences Curriculum Architect — Secondary Education

Placements24

Klerksdorp

On-site

ZAR 540,000 - 780,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks an experienced Curriculum Developer to redesign the Natural Sciences curriculum for secondary education. You will translate complex science concepts into engaging learning materials and align content with national standards and international best practices.

The role requires a Master's in a related field and at least eight years in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Natural Science or Education with Curriculum Development focus.
Minimum 8 years in curriculum development, instructional design, or secondary teaching.
Expertise in curriculum mapping, assessment design and standards development.
Strong understanding of pedagogy and learning theories for science education.
Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
Proficient with curriculum development software and LMS.
Able to work independently and with a team; strong project management.
Experience meeting deadlines and stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement Natural Sciences curriculum frameworks for secondary education.
Create detailed lesson plans, activities, assessments, and teaching resources.
Collaborate with SMEs, teachers, and instructional designers for accuracy.
Integrate innovative teaching methods, digital resources, and assessments into design.
Conduct needs analyses and research trends in science education.
Ensure the curriculum addresses diverse learning needs and inclusivity.
Pilot new materials and gather feedback for iterative improvement.
Develop guidelines and training materials for educators on implementation.
Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum initiatives.
Contribute to quality assurance and evaluation of educational programs.