Senior Curriculum Developer: STEM

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Curriculum Developer focused on STEM education to lead end-to-end curriculum design and development. You will collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to create engaging materials and ensure alignment with national standards and future-ready skills.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, assessment development, and professional development support for educators, with hybrid work flexibility and opportunities to influence STEM education

Qualificações

• Master's degree or higher in a STEM field or Education with STEM focus.
• 8+ years in curriculum development, instructional design, or STEM teaching.
• Proven ability to develop high-quality STEM curricula for multiple levels.
• Strong pedagogy knowledge and instructional design principles.
• Excellent project management, leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and revision of STEM curriculum frameworks and materials.
• Collaborate with SMEs, educators and designers for accuracy and pedagogy.
• Develop innovative teaching strategies integrating technology and hands-on learning.
• Align curriculum with national standards and industry requirements.
• Create assessment tools to measure student outcomes.
• Manage curriculum projects, timelines, budgets and deliverables.
• Provide professional development to educators on new curricula.
• Research best practices in STEM education and apply findings.

Conhecimentos

Curriculum design

STEM education

Instructional design

Project leadership

Educational research

Formação

Master's degree in STEM or Education with STEM specialization

Ferramentas

Moodle

Articulate 360

Google Classroom

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a progressive educational organization focused on enhancing STEM education across South Africa, is seeking a Senior Curriculum Developer specializing in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This role requires an expert in instructional design and curriculum development to create innovative and engaging learning materials for various educational levels. The Senior Developer will lead projects, collaborate with subject matter experts, and ensure the curriculum aligns with national standards and future-ready skills. This position offers a dynamic and challenging opportunity to shape the future of STEM education in Kimberley, Northern Cape , and nationally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in STEM fields, a passion for pedagogy, and a proven track record in developing impactful educational programs. You will be instrumental in designing learning experiences that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity in students.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and revision of STEM curriculum frameworks and learning materials.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Develop innovative teaching strategies and resources that integrate technology and hands-on learning experiences.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with national educational standards and industry requirements.
• Create assessment tools and evaluation methods to measure student learning outcomes.
• Manage curriculum development projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Provide professional development and support to educators on implementing new curricula.
• Conduct research on best practices in STEM education and incorporate findings into curriculum design.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and vision for STEM education initiatives in Kimberley .

Requirements

• A Master's degree in a STEM field (e.g., Engineering, Science, Mathematics) or Education with a STEM specialization.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching STEM subjects.
• Proven expertise in developing high-quality STEM curriculum for various educational levels.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical theories and instructional design principles.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams of professionals.
• Experience with educational technology integration and digital learning resources.
• Demonstrated ability to develop engaging and effective learning experiences.
• A passion for advancing STEM education and fostering innovation in the Northern Cape .

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead significant curriculum development projects impacting STEM education.
• Work within a collaborative and innovative educational environment.
• Access to professional development and networking opportunities.
• The chance to contribute to shaping the future of STEM learning in Kimberley .
• Hybrid work flexibility, balancing project needs with personal work style.