Education Curriculum Development Fellowship
Population ConnectionRole Overview
Population Connection is hiring a mid-level Education Curriculum Development Fellowship. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Washington. posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Population Connection, a national nonprofit organization working to educate the public about population and related environmental, economic and social issues, seeks candidates for a 6-month fellowship in its Population Education (PopEd) Program. This position will focus on the development of Population Education teaching resources for K-12 classrooms and will support other program activities as needed. The position is based in Washington, DC.
Fellowship responsibilities include:
- Assisting with research to support the update of the World Population video.
- Developing new middle and high school level lesson plans on topics related to population, society, and the environment.
- Working with program staff to revise teacher resources as needed, including reviewing standards matches, adapting resources for specific courses or geographic locations, etc.
- Writing blogs on education trends and population-related topics for the program website.
- Assisting with the recruitment process for PopEd’s volunteer network of teacher-trainers.
The Fellow will work as part of a dynamic team. Detailed information about the Population Education Program can be found at www.populationeducation.org.
Requirements: Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in environmental and human population issues, experience and/or understanding of K-12 education, and strong research and writing skills. B.A. or B.S. required. Teaching experience strongly preferred.
Compensation: $28/hour ($2,100/pay period, before taxes) plus competitive benefits package.
Location: The Population Education Program team is based in Washington, DC and currently works a hybrid schedule (2 days in the office; 3 at home). The Fellow is expected to work in person in the DC office at least two days each week.
Application Instructions: Send resume and cover letter. Note: Cover letters are required.
Population Connection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A full statement on the organization’s commitment to EOE and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and be found on our website.
Pay: $28.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Did you attach a cover letter? It is required
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20037
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Education Curriculum Development Fellowship position at Population Connection?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Population Connection. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Education Curriculum Development Fellowship role at Population Connection remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Washington. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Education Curriculum Development Fellowship at Population Connection earn?
Population Connection has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Education Curriculum Development Fellowship role at Population Connection posted?
This role was posted on June 3, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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