Remote Lead Curriculum Architect: STEM Education

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM to lead design and development of digital STEM learning materials. The role is remote, with global reach, and requires strong leadership and a deep understanding of STEM education principles.

You will oversee a team, collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing, and ensure high-quality, standards-aligned curricula across multiple educational levels.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Education/ Curriculum Development/ STEM field.
• 7+ years in curriculum design and development, with a STEM focus.
• Proven experience leading educational professionals and teams.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design, adult learning, and digital learning tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead STEM curriculum design for K-12 and beyond.
• Oversee curriculum developers, SMEs, and instructional designers.
• Research pedagogical best practices and STEM standards.
• Ensure content aligns with frameworks and objectives.
• Develop interactive modules, assessments, and multimedia resources.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams.
• Maintain high quality standards and consistency.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Mentor junior staff and provide training.

Skills

Curriculum design

Team leadership

Instructional design

LMS experience

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Education

Master's degree in Education

PhD in STEM Education

Tools

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Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Curriculum Developer specializing in STEM to lead design and development of digital STEM learning materials. The role is remote, with global reach, and requires strong leadership and a deep understanding of STEM education principles.

You will oversee a team, collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing, and ensure high-quality, standards-aligned curricula across multiple educational levels.