Curriculum Designer & Academic Resource Developer

The Kulish School

Job Description

Position Title: Curriculum Designer & Academic Resource Developer

Nature of Position: Non-contact, Project-based (Remote/Hybrid)

Role Summary

The Curriculum Designer & Academic Resource Developer will be responsible for designing and developing high-quality curriculum frameworks, textbooks, and academic resources for KG2 to Grade 5 . The role focuses on curriculum innovation, lesson planning, and creative resource development aligned with the IB PYP framework and the school’s vision of inquiry-driven, skills-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Development

• Develop PYP-aligned scope and sequence based on the learner profile for English, Mathematics, and Units of Inquiry (KG2–G3) .
• Ensure alignment with inquiry-based and transdisciplinary learning approaches.

2. Lesson Planning

• Design detailed lesson plans incorporating:
• Approaches to Learning (ATLs)
• Skills integration
• Baldrige tools
• Visible Thinking Routines (VTRs)

3. Resource & Content Development

• Create engaging workbooks, activity banks, and learning materials focusing on literacy, numeracy, and skill development.
• Design and develop textbooks, teacher manuals, and digital learning resources .

4. Assessment & Learning Tools

• Develop assessment rubrics, observation tools, reflection journals , and evaluation frameworks aligned with PYP outcomes.
• Create test papers and assessment materials aligned with NGRT standards.

5. Resource Mapping & Differentiation

• Map curated resources for KG to Grade 3 based on learning levels and differentiation strategies.

6. Innovation & Pedagogy Integration

• Integrate inquiry cycles, PYP learning skills, and visible thinking frameworks into classroom-ready materials.
• Ensure content promotes critical thinking and student engagement.

7. Teacher Support

• Develop guidance documents, implementation notes, and support materials for teachers.

8. Reading Programme Support

• Design reading comprehension materials, quizzes, and reading journals for Grades 1–5.

9. Enrichment Support

• Source and develop resources for enrichment sessions and extended learning programs .

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of primary pedagogy (English, Mathematics, UOI) .
• Expertise in curriculum design and instructional planning .
• Proficiency in design tools (InDesign, Illustrator, Canva) .
• Familiarity with IB PYP framework, inquiry cycles, and ATL skills .
• Strong editorial, planning, and content structuring skills .
• Ability to create child-friendly, visually engaging, and academically rigorous content .

Contract Nature

• Project-based, non-contact role focused on curriculum and resource development.
• Annual deliverables with defined timelines and quality benchmarks.
• Performance evaluated based on:
• Academic rigor
• Design quality
• Alignment with IB PYP standards