Senior Curriculum Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly structure

Health insurance

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Curriculum Developer to join our remote team. You will shape and refine curriculum across online offerings, collaborating with subject matter experts and instructional designers to deliver high-quality materials.

The role requires a master's degree in education or related field, at least five years of design experience, and strong LMS proficiency. You will manage projects, apply ADDIE/SAM models, and drive continuous improvement in pedagogy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development with a strong portfolio.
• Experience designing for online learning environments with LMS.
• Expertise in adult learning theories and instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM).
• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop curriculum frameworks and learning modules with modern pedagogy.
• Create engaging instructional content, including lesson plans, activities, assessments, and multimedia resources for online delivery.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and alignment with learning objectives.
• Review and revise existing curriculum based on feedback, data, and best practices.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes.
• Manage curriculum development projects from conception to completion within timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Curriculum design

Educational content

Project management

Instructional design

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Tools

LMS

Authoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Curriculum Developer to join their dynamic remote team. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our educational offerings, focusing on creating engaging and effective learning materials for diverse audiences. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and refining curriculum that meets high academic standards and caters to evolving learning needs. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to educational content strategy and development within a supportive, fully remote-first environment , collaborating with subject matter experts and instructional designers to foster a culture of continuous improvement and pedagogical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive curriculum frameworks and learning modules, incorporating modern pedagogical principles.
• Create engaging instructional content, including lesson plans, activities, assessments, and multimedia resources, tailored for online delivery .
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy, relevance, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Review and revise existing curriculum based on feedback, performance data, and educational best practices.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies to measure learning outcomes effectively.
• Manage curriculum development projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development, with a strong portfolio of developed educational materials.
• Proven experience in designing for online learning environments and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Expertise in adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in relevant authoring tools and educational technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible working hours within a fully remote structure .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending educational conferences.
• Generous paid time off and company-sponsored wellness programs.