Online Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 344,000 - 620,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional development

Tech tools access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Online Curriculum Developer to design STEM-focused digital learning resources for secondary students. This fully remote role involves translating complex STEM concepts into engaging, interactive modules and collaborating with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to ensure pedagogical soundness.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Education or a related STEM field, has 5+ years of online curriculum design

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a relevant STEM field.
• 5+ years of experience in online curriculum design and development, preferably in STEM.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex STEM concepts into accessible digital modules.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop online curriculum modules for STEM subjects.
• Create multimedia-rich learning content, including interactive exercises, videos, simulations, and assessments.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Incorporate best practices in instructional design and e-learning for optimal student engagement and retention.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects in a remote setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional design

Pedagogical design

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education

Curriculum Development

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and experienced Online Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM subjects to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial in designing and producing engaging, interactive digital learning materials for secondary students across various online platforms. You will be instrumental in translating complex STEM concepts into accessible, high-quality e-learning modules, ensuring pedagogical soundness and adherence to learning objectives. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to create cutting-edge educational content that meets the needs of a diverse online student population, driving innovation in digital education from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging online curriculum modules for STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• Create multimedia-rich learning content, including interactive exercises, videos, simulations, and assessments.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Incorporate best practices in instructional design and e-learning for optimal student engagement and retention.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a relevant STEM field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in online curriculum design and development, preferably in STEM.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and online pedagogy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate based on experience and project scope.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on innovative digital learning projects impacting a broad audience.
• Access to latest e-learning technologies and professional development resources.
• Flexible working hours and project-based compensation structure.