Curriculum Developer
Curriculum
USA or Canada
Temporary
Note: this is a 1-year contract with the possibility of renewal. The Curriculum Developer is responsible for creating learning objectives with the Director of Curriculum. This role involves designing curricula that enhance student learning, integrating best practices in pedagogy, and adapting content to meet the needs of Muslim students. The Curriculum Developer will work collaboratively with a team of lesson plan developers to develop lesson plans, assessments, and instructional content that align with the vision of Yaqeen Curriculum.
Responsibilities
- Design learning objectives, and engaging lesson plans that ensure alignment of learning objectives, instructional strategies, and formative and summative assessments.
- Regularly attend group meetings, status meetings, and presentations where appropriate.
- Review external education materials to be used to deepen content knowledge.
- Develop procedures for teachers to implement curriculum.
- Provide recommendations, modifications, and edits to the curriculum units.
- Participate in internal curriculum reviews and evaluation processes.
- Continuously update and improve curriculum content based on feedback from the Director of Curriculum, teachers, and other stakeholders.
- Implement user feedback data collected through surveys, interviews, and email.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in education, instructional design, Islamic studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Deep commitment to Islam and knowledge of Islamic tarbiyya paradigm and Islamic sciences.
- 5+ years of middle or high-school Islamic studies teaching experience.
- Curriculum development experience with designing or revising curricula and assessments.
- Strong communication and collaboration Skills for working with educators and stakeholders.
Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented, diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.