Curriculum Developer / Instructional Designer - Ed Tech
About The Position
A global education technology company is seeking a Curriculum Developer / Instructional Designer to support the continued expansion of its digital learning programs in the U.S. market. The role designs and develops engaging educational content for children using tablet-based learning technology, drawing on knowledge of the U.S. education system and experience in curriculum, instructional programs, or educational content development. The position offers educators the opportunity to apply their teaching and curriculum expertise beyond a single classroom by creating learning experiences that may reach thousands of children each year. The role has a hybrid working arrangement, with flexible office attendance potentially available depending on the candidate's experience and location. Flexible work-from-home options are available.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Design, Child Development, or a related field.
- Professional experience in one or more of the following: K–12 classroom teaching, curriculum development, instructional design, educational content development, or EdTech/digital learning.
- Experience independently developing or significantly contributing to curriculum, lesson plans, educational programs, or instructional materials.
- Strong understanding of the U.S. education system and the academic and developmental needs of U.S. students.
- Ability to design learning experiences with longer-term educational outcomes in mind, beyond individual lessons.
- Strong written communication, organization, and project management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams.
Nice To Haves
- Former or current U.S. K–12 educator with hands-on curriculum development experience across multiple grade levels.
- Experience developing digital or technology-based educational content.
- Background in Mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), Science, or other core academic subjects.
- Experience working for an EdTech company, educational publisher, curriculum provider, or similar organization.
- Familiarity with state or national educational standards in the U.S.
- Experience designing curriculum by working backward from long-term learning outcomes or later-grade academic expectations.
- Some sales experience.
- Japanese language skills; not required.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop digital curriculum and educational content for students in the U.S. market.
- Create engaging learning experiences that help children enjoy learning while building measurable academic skills.
- Develop curriculum structures, lesson sequences, learning objectives, and educational activities based on students' developmental and academic needs.
- Apply knowledge of U.S. educational standards, classroom practices, and student learning needs to product development.
- Translate educational concepts into interactive, age-appropriate digital learning experiences.
- Evaluate existing curriculum and identify opportunities for improvement or expansion.
- Research trends and developments in U.S. K–12 education and incorporate relevant insights into curriculum design.
- Collaborate with product, content, technology, and education teams to develop and improve digital learning programs.
- Support curriculum development for additional grade levels and subject areas as the U.S. program expands.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Hybrid working arrangement with potentially flexible office attendance depending on experience and location
- Flexible work-from-home options
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