About the company
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Curriculum Developer - Computer Science based in United States.
Responsibilities
- Outline and develop new computer science courses and other educational materials, taking ownership of substantial content scopes.
- Improve existing courses and materials using student performance data, student feedback, teacher feedback, and stakeholder input.
- Lead and oversee the work of junior curriculum developers collaborating on assigned projects.
- Review curriculum outlines and educational materials created by other developers and provide clear, constructive feedback.
- Incorporate feedback from team members and stakeholders to strengthen content quality and effectiveness.
- Participate in teacher training and contribute to the development of training materials when relevant.
- Support the onboarding, training, mentoring, and professional development of interns and junior curriculum developers.
- Serve as a consultant and strategic partner to team members on computer science curriculum and content development.
- Communicate proactively about project status, potential roadblocks, and expected timelines, while accurately estimating content creation requirements.
- Develop a strong understanding of students, teachers, and customers, including through teaching courses when relevant.
- Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and high-quality educational content.
- Develop original computer science problems, puzzles, and learning activities that challenge and engage students.
- Complete additional curriculum development and team responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
- 3–5 years of experience teaching computer science and/or developing advanced or highly advanced computer science educational materials.
- Significant experience working with K-12 students is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of the needs, learning styles, and expectations of students within the target audience and the teachers delivering the curriculum.
- Strong computer science subject-matter expertise and the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, engaging, and accessible educational content.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to make thoughtful cost-benefit decisions when developing educational materials.
- Strong understanding of purchasers’ needs and expectations.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to proactively collaborate with project stakeholders.
- Strong creativity and demonstrated ability to develop original problems, puzzles, and educational activities.
- Ability to seek, receive, and effectively apply feedback.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple content-development priorities and timelines.
- Passion for education and a commitment to developing high-quality learning experiences.
Conditions
- Full-time remote position within the United States.
- Salary range of $110,000–$140,000.
- Casual and flexible remote work environment.
- Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- PTO plan supporting work-life balance.
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment.
- Relocation bonus.
- Opportunity to directly influence how computer science is taught to highly motivated students and future problem solvers.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B, is not available.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.