Remote Curriculum Developer - STEM (Virtual)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Impact on STEM education

Collaboration with experts

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a forward-thinking educational technology company to hire a remote Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM. This fully remote role enables you to design cutting-edge, standards-aligned STEM curricula for diverse learners across South Africa.

You will research best practices, create interactive digital content, develop assessments, and ensure pedagogical soundness while collaborating with experts in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD required with strong STEM focus.
• Minimum 6 years in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching in STEM.
• Proven ability to create innovative educational content for diverse age groups.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curricula including lesson plans and activities.
• Create engaging digital content with multimedia elements and simulations.
• Develop assessments to measure student understanding and mastery of STEM concepts.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with national standards and objectives.
• Conduct research on trends and best practices in STEM education and instructional design.
• Collaborate with SMEs, instructional designers, and educational technologists.
• Review and revise materials to ensure relevance and accuracy.
• Contribute to teacher training materials for curriculum implementation.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects to meet timelines.

Skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design (ADDIE/SAM)

Research & writing

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in STEM or Education

PhD in STEM or Education

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

CMS / Content Management Systems

Job description

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking educational technology company, is looking for an innovative and experienced Remote Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). This is a fully remote position, ideal for passionate educators seeking to design cutting-edge learning materials from anywhere in South Africa . The successful candidate will play a crucial role in creating engaging, effective, and standards-aligned STEM curricula for various educational levels. You will be responsible for researching educational best practices, designing interactive content, developing assessments, and ensuring the overall pedagogical soundness of the curriculum. This role requires a deep understanding of STEM subjects, instructional design principles, and a proven ability to create compelling digital learning experiences. Based remotely, you will contribute to enhancing STEM education nationally, originating from the Richards Bay region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive STEM curricula, including lesson plans, learning activities, and instructional materials.
• Create engaging and interactive digital content, incorporating multimedia elements, simulations, and real-world applications.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to measure student understanding and mastery of STEM concepts.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with national educational standards and learning objectives.
• Conduct research on current trends and best practices in STEM education and instructional design.
• Collaborate effectively with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and educational technologists.
• Review and revise existing curriculum materials to ensure relevance, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development of teacher training materials and guides for curriculum implementation.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and quality standards.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. in a relevant STEM field (e.g., Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering) or in Education with a strong STEM focus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching within the STEM domain.
• Proven track record of creating innovative and effective educational content for diverse age groups.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical theories, learning science, and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Expertise in developing digital learning materials, e-learning modules, and assessments.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and content management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Must be legally authorized to work remotely in South Africa .

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive salary package reflecting expertise and experience.
• Opportunity to shape the future of STEM education.
• Access to cutting-edge educational technology and resources.
• Professional development opportunities and collaboration with leading experts.
• Work on impactful projects that drive educational innovation nationwide.