Online Curriculum Developer - STEM Focus

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work environment

Access to cutting-edge edtech tools

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to shape STEM education

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Online Curriculum Developer to join a fully remote STEM-focused team. You will design, develop, and refine engaging online learning modules for diverse student populations, leveraging instructional design and educational technology to meet learning objectives.

You will create interactive content—video scripts, quizzes, simulations, and e-learning modules—and collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and pedagogical soundness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online curriculum development and instructional design.
• Strong background in developing STEM educational content for diverse age groups.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Excellent understanding of pedagogy and adult learning principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive online courses and learning materials for various STEM disciplines.
• Create interactive content, including video scripts, quizzes, simulations, and e-learning modules.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
• Implement instructional design principles to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Evaluate and update existing online courses to align with curriculum changes and technological advancements.

Skills

Instructional design

STEM education

Remote work

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Online Curriculum Developer with a strong focus on STEM subjects to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and refining engaging and effective online learning modules for diverse student populations. You will leverage your expertise in instructional design, educational technology, and STEM pedagogy to create high-quality digital content that meets rigorous learning objectives. This position is ideal for a creative thinker who is passionate about making STEM education accessible and impactful through digital platforms, working from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive online courses and learning materials for various STEM disciplines.


• Create interactive content, including video scripts, quizzes, simulations, and e-learning modules.


• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.


• Implement instructional design principles to create engaging and effective learning experiences.


• Evaluate and update existing online courses to align with curriculum changes and technological advancements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in online curriculum development and instructional design.


• Strong background in developing STEM educational content for diverse age groups.


• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).


• Excellent understanding of pedagogy and adult learning principles.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive contract rate.


• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work environment.


• Opportunity to shape the future of online STEM education.


• Collaborate with a dynamic and forward-thinking team.


• Access to cutting-edge educational technology tools.