Remote Curriculum Developer - STEM

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive contract rate

Global collaboration tools

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Curriculum Developer with STEM expertise to design, develop, and refine digital curriculum materials that meet educational standards. You will collaborate with SMEs, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to deliver engaging content for learners worldwide.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and familiarity with LMS tools and authoring software such as Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate. Remote, contract-based engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or STEM field
• Minimum 4 years in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching STEM
• Experience creating digital learning content using authoring tools
• Strong STEM pedagogy, learning theories, and instructional design principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication, detail-oriented

Responsibilities

• Design and develop standards-aligned STEM curricula for varied age groups
• Create modules, lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia content
• Collaborate with SMEs, instructional designers, and multimedia developers
• Translate complex STEM concepts into engaging content for diverse learners
• Review and revise existing curriculum for relevance and accuracy
• Utilize LMS and authoring tools to deploy curriculum components
• Stay updated on trends in STEM education and edtech
• Participate in virtual team meetings and project planning
• Develop assessment strategies to measure student progress
• Ensure accessibility of curriculum materials

Skills

Curriculum design

STEM pedagogy

Digital content

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Moodle

Canvas

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking educational technology company seeking a talented and innovative Remote Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM subjects. This fully remote position is ideal for an educator passionate about creating engaging and effective digital learning experiences. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and refining curriculum materials that align with current educational standards and leverage technology to enhance learning outcomes. This role requires a deep understanding of STEM pedagogy and a commitment to producing high-quality educational content accessible to learners globally. As a remote-first team member, you will collaborate asynchronously with a distributed team of educators and subject matter experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging, standards-aligned curriculum for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects for various age groups.
• Create a variety of learning materials including interactive modules, lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia developers to ensure accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
• Translate complex STEM concepts into easily understandable and engaging content for diverse learning audiences.
• Conduct thorough reviews and revisions of existing curriculum to ensure relevance, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and authoring tools to build and deploy digital curriculum components.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in STEM education and educational technology to inform curriculum design.
• Participate in virtual team meetings, providing input and contributing to project planning.
• Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure student comprehension and learning progress.
• Ensure all curriculum materials adhere to accessibility standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a relevant STEM field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching STEM subjects.
• Proven experience in creating digital learning content and utilizing various authoring tools.
• Strong understanding of STEM pedagogy, learning theories, and instructional design principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience with learning management systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard) and content authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Familiarity with national and international STEM education standards.
• A portfolio showcasing previous curriculum development work is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual team environment.

Benefits

• This role offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, providing flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Our client provides a competitive contract rate and opportunities for long-term engagement.
• You will have access to cutting-edge digital tools and platforms, and be part of an innovative and collaborative global team.
• Professional development opportunities are available to keep your skills sharp in the evolving field of educational technology.