Curriculum Developer / Instructional Designer - Ed Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Location: Torrance / Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Education Technology (EdTech)
Salary : 70,000-90,000

Position Overview
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.

This position will be responsible for designing and developing engaging educational content for children using tablet-based learning technology. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the U.S. education system and experience developing curriculum, instructional programs, or educational content with firsthand experience in U.S. education. 

Key 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 the development of curriculum for additional grade levels and subject areas as the U.S. program continues to expand

Qualifications

• 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
  • EdTech or 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 think beyond individual lessons and design learning experiences with longer-term educational outcomes in mind
• Strong written communication, organization, and project management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 is a plus
• Japanese language skills is a plus but not required

Why This Opportunity

For educators who want to expand their impact beyond a single classroom, this position offers an opportunity to apply their teaching and curriculum expertise on a much larger scale.

Instead of reaching students one classroom at a time, you will help design learning experiences that have the potential to reach thousands of children each year .

The position also offers a hybrid working arrangement, with flexible office attendance potentially available depending on the candidate's experience and location.

Flexible work from home options available.