Lead Curriculum Writer – Curriculum Developer
Job Description:
- Design and write high-quality foundational curriculum that aligns with identified standards and supports foundational reading and writing development
- Lead the development of instructional design planning tools and documents (e.g., scope and sequences, knowledge maps, pacing guides, etc.)
- Lead the development of instructional materials, including lesson plans, teacher guides, student materials, assessments
- Ensure vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels and content areas to support skill progression and concept reinforcement
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, editors, and instructional designers to produce engaging, culturally responsive, and grade-appropriate content
- Adapt content for diverse learning needs, including students with learning differences and English learners
- Conduct ongoing revisions based on feedback from internal reviews and client input
- Stay up to date with changes to state-specific standards and policy updates related to literacy education
- Lead and facilitate planning meetings with other contributing curriculum designers and writers to ensure cohesion and alignment across the project
- Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring materials are completed accurately and on time
- Review and provide feedback on curriculum drafts developed by other contributing designers and writers to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment
- Support the development of professional learning materials that help teachers understand and implement the curriculum effectively
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to gather feedback and implement revisions
- Develop processes to evaluate and ensure the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of curriculum materials
- Conduct regular reviews of and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement
- Apply knowledge and understanding of current trends in education, curriculum design, and instructional technology
- Integrate innovative strategies and tools to enhance learner engagement and outcomes
- Maintain detailed records of curriculum development processes, timelines, and outcomes
- Prepare reports and presentations for leadership and stakeholders
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, literacy, curriculum and instruction, or a related field (master’s degree preferred)
- Seven (7) or more years of experience in foundational skills
- Three (3) or more years of experience in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Two (2) or more years of management experience
- Demonstrated track record of curriculum development, review and alignment to state and national standards
- Strong understanding of foundational skills and best practices
- Proven ability to write engaging, grade-level appropriate instructional materials for teachers and students
- Experience designing curriculum for diverse learners, including multilingual learners and students with varied abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, alignment, and educational equity
- Comfort working with project management tools and navigating deadlines across multiple projects
- Commitment to our organizational mission and fostering a culture of inclusion in the workplace
- Ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; problem solving, project management, and creative resourcefulness
- Capacity for managing and leading people; ability to connect with people both on an individual level and in large groups; capacity to enforce accountability, develop and empower top notch leaders from the bottom up, cultivate entrepreneurship, and learn the strengths and weaknesses of the team to put people in a position to succeed
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage, prioritize, and multi-task on multiple projects
- Ability to navigate ambiguity comfortably and meet frequent deadlines
- A sense of humor and ability to work in a dynamic environment
- Ability to travel depending on client or project needs
Benefits:
- Flexible paid time off
- 5% 401K matching program
- Equity opportunities
- Incentive and bonus programs
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Income protection benefits
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