Curriculum Developer

Modern Family Law•Washington, DC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Modern Family Law is seeking a Curriculum Developer to be the intellectual architect of MFL's learning programs. This role is responsible for generating substantive learning content, structuring cohesive training programs, and producing the scripts, outlines, and frameworks that the Learning Experience Designer will shape into final deliverables. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and strategic thinker who understands how adults learn, can translate complex legal and professional development topics into clear and logically structured content, and is comfortable working across multiple practice areas and jurisdictions. This is a content generation and program design role — not a graphic or eLearning production role. This role is fully remote and requires the ability to work independently, proactively, and with a high degree of ownership. What Success Looks Like in 12 Months In this role, you are the engine behind MFL's learning programs. You produce rigorous, well-organized, and engaging content that gives attorneys and paralegals the knowledge and frameworks they need to be effective practitioners. You think like an educator and write like a practitioner — translating the nuance of real legal work into training that builds genuine competence. You deliver complete, production-ready content packages that make the designer's job straightforward, and you collaborate readily with attorneys and firm leaders to ensure everything you produce is accurate, practical, and reflective of MFL's values and standards.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional content design, or a related field — with a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, structured written content.
Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to write clearly for both practitioner and novice audiences.
Strong understanding of adult learning theory, instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM, backward design, or equivalent), and competency-based training development.
Experience conducting needs analyses and developing learning objectives that align to measurable outcomes.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple content projects simultaneously, and produce complete deliverables on deadline.
Comfort working with subject matter experts to extract, structure, and synthesize complex technical information into learning content.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing using a telephone, text messaging, or email.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a desk while typing, using a mouse, and looking at a computer screen
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and lift items up to 10 lbs as needed

Nice To Haves

Background in legal education, paralegal studies, or professional development within a law firm or legal services environment.
Familiarity with family law concepts and multi-jurisdictional practice (experience in any of MFL's practice states is a plus).
Experience developing scenario-based and simulation-style learning content for professional skills.
Familiarity with LMS platforms and how content is organized and delivered in a digital learning environment.
Experience with legal research tools or comfort rapidly developing working knowledge of unfamiliar legal subject matter.
J.D. or paralegal certification, or equivalent legal professional experience.
Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including executives, management, attorneys, and support staff.
Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, and ability to quickly learn new technology.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands how detailed curriculum work supports broader training and business objectives.
Flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands.
Ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong judgment regarding confidentiality, LMS content accuracy, and sensitive business information.

Responsibilities

Research, write, and structure substantive training content across legal practice areas, professional skills, and leadership development topics relevant to attorneys and paralegals.
Produce complete, scalable learning content packages including: module scripts and narration text, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, knowledge checks, discussion guides, and job aids.
Translate complex legal concepts, procedures, and skills into clear, accessible, scenario-based learning content appropriate for practitioners at varying experience levels.
Develop realistic and scalable case studies, practice scenarios, and skill application exercises that reflect the day-to-day realities of family law practice.
Ensure content reflects jurisdictional nuances across MFL’s operating states, in partnership with subject matter experts.
Design the structure, sequencing, and learning objectives of multi-module training programs, ensuring logical progression and a scalable coherent curriculum architecture.
Develop scalable program blueprints and content maps that define scope, sequence, duration, format, and assessment strategy for each program.
Apply adult learning principles and evidence-based instructional design frameworks to ensure content drives measurable competency development, not just knowledge transfer.
Collaborate with managing attorneys, practice group leaders, and subject matter experts to gather substantive input and ensure content accuracy and relevance.
Develop assessment strategies — including knowledge checks, practical simulations, and competency rubrics — to measure learner progress and program effectiveness.
Provide the Learning Experience Designer with complete, well-organized content packages that are ready for production — clear scripts, annotated outlines, and design intent notes.
Review completed design deliverables to ensure content integrity was maintained through the production process.
Maintain and update existing training content to reflect changes in law, firm policy, and best practices.
Develop assessment and evaluation measures to help determine whether training is effective, including completion, assessment results, learner feedback, practical exercises, and observed skill application.
Contribute to program evaluation efforts by analyzing assessment data and learner feedback to inform content revisions.
Stay current on developments in family law, legal professional development, and adult learning research relevant to MFL's training priorities.