Robomatter Incorporated provides high-quality, cost-effective K-12 STEM education solutions to classrooms around the world, helping ensure students are ready to compete in a global, emerging economy.

We are looking for a STEM Curriculum Designers to join our team. We are seeking contractor-based work at approximately 15 hours per week and also a candidate for full-time employment. Working closely with multiple teams across the organization, these individuals will help with the design, evaluation, and implementation of STEM curriculum.

Primary Functions

Curriculum Development

• Participate in the development and evaluation of new curriculum and instructional materials for K-12 STEM programs
• Develop curricula goals and outlines for new K-12 STEM curriculum, as well as curriculum updates and enhancements
• Make data-driven recommendations and decisions on how improve curricula and materials
• Actively pursue continued opportunities to learn best practices in curriculum writing through research, professional development, and other learning engagements
• Provide in-class support and coaching to teachers using designated curricula, including coaching on teacher strategies, assistance in leading classroom activities and lessons, and connecting to outside speakers and resources
• Incorporate the latest research in learning science into curriculum materials
• Respond to customer inquiries to help resolve problems, provide relevant information, or involve relevant resources
• Aggressively pursue opportunities to learn more about our customers

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and evidence of at least three (3) years of exemplary K-12 classroom teaching experience
• A proven track record of:
  • Using a rich array of instructional methods
  • Analyzing data to improve instruction
  • Using technology to improve instruction
  • Building professional relationships
  • Solving complex problems
  • Collaborating with diverse teams

Core Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of current techniques and procedures for instruction, curriculum design, and curriculum development
• Exceptional computer and technology skills, including a demonstrated ability to integrate multiple facets of technology to enhance learning and instruction
• Experience leading and supervising the planning, development and establishment of new, modified and/or improved educational and/or professional development programs
• Proven ability to analyze and interpret data to drive decisions regarding instructional programs, teaching effectiveness, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize work, and manage competing deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the areas of research, content development, presentations, and community relations
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, including the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to develop, monitor, and complete long-term goals and objectives
• Strong working knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in K-12 STEM education

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of exemplary K-12 classroom teaching experience in a STEM discipline
• Familiarity and experience with the VEX robotics platforms
• Familiarity and experience with programming languages, including Modkit, ROBOTC, or other programming languages