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Equal Education Partners , in collaboration with Romodels , is seeking a talented and innovative Curriculum Development Specialist  to join the team on a freelance basis.

Romodels  is an education charity that works with schools across Wales to provide a three-stage learning programme to support primary learners to ‘Discover, Experience, and Believe’ in a diverse range of career opportunities—regardless of their own lived experiences. The programme is delivered through our original, online, bilingual Romodels Learning Portal, which feature real-life volunteer role models (‘Romodels’) in a range of inspiring careers.

Focusing on Expressive Arts, Language, Literacy, and Communication, and/or Health and Wellbeing , this role is designed for educators who are passionate about developing creative curricula that highlight diverse and often hidden career paths and inspire the next generation of change makers and trailblazers. You will play a vital role in shaping and delivering content that empowers young learners to explore a range of career possibilities.

As a Curriculum Development Specialist, you will collaborate with the Romodels team to design and implement high-quality curricula that meet the diverse needs of students. Your expertise will ensure that our educational programs are up-to-date, effective, and aligned with the Curriculum for Wales.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Researching best practices in curriculum design and instruction within Expressive Arts, Language, Literacy, and Communication, and/or Health and Wellbeing.
• Developing comprehensive and innovative real-life curriculum materials: student missions, teacher guides, reflection guides, job descriptions and assessment tools.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to evaluate curriculum effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
• Utilizing technology and different teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

If you possess the vision and expertise to give the smallest amongst us the biggest career dreams and the knowledge, tools and beliefs to reach them, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Passion for Educational Equity : A commitment to addressing educational inequity in Wales by developing high-quality, inclusive content that supports all learners, regardless of their background or ability.
• Curriculum expertise : Deep understanding of the Welsh curriculum across the three Areas of Learning and Experience (Expressive Arts, Language, Literacy, and Communication, and Health and Wellbeing) and expertise in developing content for progression steps 1-3.
• Content Development Expertise : Proven ability to design and create engaging and inclusive student content and comprehensive teacher guides that align with curriculum standards and learning objectives.
• Visualisation Skills : Proficient in using PowerPoint and other visual tools to develop dynamic and visually appealing educational materials that enhance student learning and teacher delivery.
• Digital Platform Competency : Experience with or willingness to learn how to upload, manage, and maintain educational content on online learning platforms to ensure accessibility and ease of use.
• Collaboration and Communication : Strong interpersonal skills for working collaboratively with schools, Romodels (role models) and other stakeholders to continuously refine and improve curriculum content.

Benefits

The successful candidate will be engaged on a self-employed freelance basis at a minimum of £180 per day.

How it works:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• On average 3 days of work per 2-week period (dependent on demand).
• Can fit in with your other commitments (you decide when you complete the work within the given timeframes).
• Opportunity to work with and contribute to a creative ed tech start-up charity, making a real-life difference to primary learners.
• Work closely with the CEO.

• Lead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of all educational curricula.
• Oversee a team of curriculum specialists, instructional designers, and subject matter experts, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Ensure that all curricula align with educational standards, accreditation requirements, and the institution's mission.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify gaps and opportunities for curriculum improvement.
• Research and integrate innovative pedagogical approaches and educational technologies.
• Develop and manage the curriculum development budget and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure curriculum relevance.
• Establish quality assurance processes for curriculum content and delivery.
• Develop training materials and provide professional development for educators on new curricula.
• Monitor educational trends and best practices to ensure curricula remain current and competitive.

• Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Design, Instructional Technology, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in curriculum development and instructional design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience in leading educational projects and managing teams of professionals.
• Strong knowledge of learning theories, pedagogical strategies, and assessment methods.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative educational programs.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with educational technology platforms and learning management systems (LMS).
• Familiarity with national and international educational standards and accreditation processes.
• Ability to analyze data and make evidence-based decisions for curriculum improvement.
• Passion for education and commitment to student success.

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive curricula for various educational levels and subjects, adhering to learning objectives and standards.
• Create engaging instructional materials, including lesson plans, presentations, activities, assessments, and digital content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and stakeholders to ensure content accuracy, relevance, and pedagogical soundness.
• Incorporate best practices in instructional design, adult learning principles, and educational technology.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing curricula and revise them to improve learning outcomes and engagement.
• Develop clear learning objectives and assessment strategies to measure student progress.
• Utilise various authoring tools and learning management systems (LMS) to create and deliver content.
• Conduct research on emerging trends and technologies in education to inform curriculum development.
• Manage multiple curriculum development projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project scope.
• Provide training and support to educators on the implementation of new curricula.

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum design and development, preferably in K-12 or higher education.
• Proven ability to create engaging and effective instructional materials.
• Strong understanding of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and learning theories.
• Proficiency with authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate virtually with a distributed team.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative evaluation of educational programs.
• Knowledge of current educational standards and assessment practices.

• Design, develop, and revise engaging and effective curriculum content for online courses.
• Create learning objectives, assessments, instructional activities, and multimedia resources.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure accuracy and relevance of content.
• Incorporate best practices in instructional design, adult learning theory, and educational technology.
• Develop content for various learning modalities, including e-learning modules, videos, and interactive exercises.
• Ensure curriculum content is aligned with industry standards and accreditation requirements where applicable.
• Manage project timelines for curriculum development initiatives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum through learner feedback and performance data.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in educational technology and online learning.
• Maintain a digital repository of curriculum assets and ensure version control.
• Provide guidance and support to instructors on curriculum delivery.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's educational offerings.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in curriculum development and instructional design, preferably in an online or blended learning environment.
• Strong understanding of learning theories and pedagogical approaches.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, concise, and engaging educational content.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.
• Experience with multimedia development (video, graphics) is a plus.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.