Online Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 2,024,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Long-term project opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Online Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM to design, develop, and deliver engaging online learning materials for K-12 students on a fully remote basis.

You will translate complex STEM concepts into accessible digital experiences, align content with standards, and collaborate with subject matter experts and multimedia teams to ensure high-quality learning experiences for a global audience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instructional design and online curriculum development for STEM subjects.
• Strong understanding of online pedagogy, adult learning principles, and assessment strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging online curriculum modules and course content for STEM subjects, targeting specific grade levels.
• Create interactive learning activities, assessments, quizzes, and multimedia resources (videos, simulations, infographics).
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with educational standards, pedagogical best practices, and learning objectives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to produce cohesive learning experiences.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects.
• Regularly review and update existing online content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness.

Skills

Instructional design

Online curriculum development

STEM education

Writing & editing

Remote work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Design, STEM or related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Online Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM subjects to join their growing team. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing engaging, high-quality online learning materials for K-12 students. This remote role requires a creative instructional designer with a strong background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, capable of translating complex subjects into accessible and interactive digital learning experiences that meet rigorous educational standards and cater to a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging online curriculum modules and course content for STEM subjects, targeting specific grade levels.
• Create interactive learning activities, assessments, quizzes, and multimedia resources (videos, simulations, infographics).
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with educational standards, pedagogical best practices, and learning objectives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to produce cohesive learning experiences.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for curriculum development projects.
• Regularly review and update existing online content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Proven experience in instructional design and online curriculum development, specifically for STEM subjects.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Design, STEM field, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong understanding of online pedagogy, adult learning principles, and assessment strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rate commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape the future of online STEM education.
• Collaborative virtual team environment with opportunities for creative input.
• Potential for long-term contract engagement and project expansion.