Online Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 959,000 - 1,439,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Online Curriculum Developer specialized in STEM to design and refine engaging online courses for a global audience. This fully remote role leverages instructional design expertise to create modules, assessments, and multimedia resources that align with industry standards.

You will collaborate with SMEs and multimedia teams, review course content regularly, and deploy courses via LMS and authoring tools, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for diverse

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a STEM field or Education with a STEM focus.
• Proven experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and e-learning.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools and LMS.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging STEM curriculum materials and courses.
• Create learning resources: video scripts, simulations, quizzes, assignments, and multimedia content.
• Ensure content aligns with learning objectives and standards in online education.
• Collaborate with SMEs, instructional designers, and multimedia developers to produce high-quality courseware.
• Review and update existing online courses to maintain relevance and effectiveness.
• Utilize LMS and authoring tools to build and deploy online courses.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

E-learning

Adult learning principles

Detail orientation

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or higher in STEM or Education with STEM

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Online Curriculum Developer with a specialization in STEM subjects to contribute to their expanding digital learning platform. This fully remote position involves designing, creating, and refining engaging and effective online course content for learners worldwide. You will leverage your expertise in instructional design and subject matter to develop interactive modules, assessments, and learning resources. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of online education from anywhere, working with a forward-thinking team dedicated to providing high-quality digital learning experiences, particularly for those seeking flexible educational opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging, interactive, and pedagogically sound online STEM curriculum materials and courses.
• Create a variety of learning resources, including video scripts, interactive simulations, quizzes, assignments, and multimedia content.
• Ensure all curriculum content aligns with learning objectives, industry standards, and best practices in online education.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia developers to produce high-quality courseware.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates of existing online courses to maintain relevance and effectiveness.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and other authoring tools to build and deploy online courses.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in a STEM field (e.g., Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or Education with a STEM focus.
• Proven experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and e-learning.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and online pedagogy.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and attending virtual conferences.
• Contribution to a dynamic and innovative digital education company.