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Museum of Science

Curriculum Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

What You'll Accomplish * Assist in carrying forward a vision for curriculum units for PK-8 educators and students that reflect YES educational philosophies. Lead strands of a curriculum development ...

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Curriculum Developer / Editor

Montgomery, AL · On-site

... development of the MRX training program. Duties include: * Assist the government with developing a new curriculum for DEI MRX training, revising curriculum, developing (or editing) lesson plans ...

AmeriCorps

Curriculum Design VISTA

Washington, VA · On-site

... curriculum development, research, and education design. The member will be responsible for ... The Vista Member will assist in monitoring, evaluating, and analyzing current trends and best ...

LADACIN Network

NJ · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... • Assist with curriculum development, instructional planning, and continuous program improvement. • Collaborate with administrators to support educational initiatives and school improvement ...

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How much do curriculum development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for curriculum development assistant in the United States is $22.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Curriculum Development Assistant do?

A Curriculum Development Assistant supports the creation, organization, and revision of educational materials and lesson plans for schools or training programs. They work closely with curriculum designers and educators to ensure that content aligns with educational standards and learning objectives. Their tasks often include researching subject matter, editing documents, managing resources, and helping to implement new instructional strategies. This role is essential in maintaining the quality and effectiveness of educational programs.

What are some common challenges faced by Curriculum Development Assistants when supporting instructional design projects?

Curriculum Development Assistants often encounter challenges such as balancing multiple project deadlines, adapting to frequent changes in curriculum guidelines, and ensuring materials meet diverse learner needs. They must collaborate closely with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers to gather feedback and incorporate revisions efficiently. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to successfully manage these responsibilities and contribute to the timely delivery of high-quality educational resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Curriculum Development Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Curriculum Development Assistant, you generally need strong research abilities, attention to detail, and a background in education or instructional design. Familiarity with curriculum mapping software, learning management systems (LMS), and MS Office tools is often essential. Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills help facilitate teamwork with educators and subject matter experts. These skills ensure curricula are accurately developed, aligned with standards, and effectively support student learning outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Curriculum Development Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,096 per year, or $22.6 per hour.
Curriculum Developer

Curriculum Developer

Museum of Science

Boston, MA • On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Museum of Science, Boston
www.mos.org
Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.
Who We Are
As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world's largest science centers and New England's most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year - at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.
The Museum's singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world's most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.
What You'll Accomplish
  • Assist in carrying forward a vision for curriculum units for PK-8 educators and students that reflect YES educational philosophies. Lead strands of a curriculum development project, including conceptualization, writing, and editing of parts of activities.
  • Communicate with educators, advisors and afterschool providers throughout the development process to gather user feedback that will inform content revisions and innovation.
  • Communicate with contractors/vendors such as illustrators, copy editors, and translators to bring together elements of YES units for print and digital deployment.
  • Support the team in writing/editing and delivering professional educational and evaluation resources with uniform style and appearance to maintain the YES philosophy, brand, and standards.
  • Support the team by building up in-depth knowledge of NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), and other relevant cross-subject educational standards that inform YES curriculum work.
  • Assist the team at workshops and institutes for teachers as well as conferences and outreach events at the state and national level to disseminate and build awareness of curriculum resources.

What We're Looking For (Competencies)
  • Knowledge of educational standards, rubrics, and pedagogical approaches that inform curriculum development.
  • Experience writing and editing STEM curriculum resources for PreK-8 educators.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate information clearly and effectively in oral and written forms.
  • Demonstrated creative and innovative approaches to product development.
  • Demonstrated ability to track and manage detail-oriented work.
  • Experience teaching in PreK-8 classrooms.

Physical Requirements
  • Valid driver's license required; ability to travel locally for classroom observations, outreach events, and meetings, with occasional national travel as needed.
  • Ability to occasionally transport, set up, and move educational materials and supplies, including lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.

How We Work-Our Values
Mission-Focused: We inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone.
Audience-Driven: Everything we do begins with the people we serve.
Innovative: We are curious, take smart risks, share responsibility, and own outcomes.
Generous: We offer time and energy towards common goals.
Salary Range
$60,000-$70,000 USD
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

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