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How much do curriculum development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for curriculum development manager in Ontario is $79,363.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Curriculum Development Manager vs Instructional Designer?

AspectCurriculum Development ManagerInstructional Designer
CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in Education, Curriculum Design, or related field; certifications in instructional designBachelor’s or Master’s in Education, Instructional Design, or related field; certifications like ATD or ISTE
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages curriculum projects, collaborates with educators and administratorsDesigns learning materials, develops e-learning modules, works with subject matter experts
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, corporate training, e-learning companiesEducational institutions, corporate training, e-learning platforms

The main difference is that a Curriculum Development Manager oversees the entire curriculum creation process and manages teams, while an Instructional Designer focuses on designing and developing specific learning materials and courses. Both roles require similar credentials and are used across educational and corporate sectors, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

How does a Curriculum Development Manager typically collaborate with subject matter experts and educators during the curriculum design process?

A Curriculum Development Manager works closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) and educators to ensure that curriculum materials are accurate, engaging, and aligned with educational standards. This often involves facilitating workshops, reviewing content drafts, and gathering feedback from teachers and instructors to refine learning objectives and instructional materials. Effective communication and project management skills are essential, as the manager must coordinate input from various stakeholders and balance pedagogical quality with practical classroom needs. Regular collaboration ensures that the final curriculum is both academically rigorous and applicable to real-world teaching scenarios.

What does a Curriculum Development Manager do?

A Curriculum Development Manager oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and instructional materials. They collaborate with educators, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to ensure that curricula meet educational standards and learner needs. Their responsibilities often include researching best practices, integrating new technologies, and training teachers on curriculum changes. Ultimately, they aim to enhance the quality and effectiveness of educational offerings within an institution or organization.

What Does a Curriculum Development Manager Do?

A curriculum development manager oversees the development of teaching programs to ensure compliance with education standards. In this career, you plan and design curriculums that meet these goals. Your responsibilities include teacher instruction on how to implement them, along with training on new equipment or technologies to supplement them. Your day-to-day duties may involve providing recommendations on course materials. You also supervise teachers in the classroom to make sure they comply with learning standards and evaluate student data. As a curriculum development manager, you may be an employee of an individual school, but it is also common to work for a district.

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

To thrive as a Curriculum Development Manager, you need expertise in instructional design, curriculum planning, and educational standards, typically supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), curriculum mapping software, and instructional technology tools is important. Strong leadership, project management, and collaboration skills set outstanding professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure the creation of effective, engaging curricula that meet institutional goals and support diverse learner needs.
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Infographic showing various Curriculum Development Manager job openings in Ontario as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,363 per year, or $38.2 per hour.
Curriculum & Assessment Facilitator

Curriculum & Assessment Facilitator

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, ON • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

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Job Requisition ID:

2026-01261


Time Type:

Full time

Employee Group:

Staff

Job Category:

Academic Program Administration

Employment Type:

Temporary

Department:

Faculty of Engineering - Dean of Engineering Office

Hiring Range:

$67,688.63 - $84,610.79

Posting Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This position is being offered as a temporary contract.Term: 12 months

Job Description:

Primary Purpose

The Curriculum & Assessment Facilitator oversees activities related to the development of, and revisions to, undergraduate, graduate programs, and supports the preparation of statement of interest (internal) and program information for university and provincial level approvals of new program development for the Faculty of Engineering. Curriculum development, program revisions (e.g., right-sizing) and assessment (e.g., IQAP) have been identified as strategic priorities for the Faculty of Engineering. Organized management and oversight of the curriculum development and revision process, and program assessment are critical to enrolment growth, financial sustainability, and maintaining rigorous educational standards and national accreditation status.

The Curriculum & Assessment Facilitator's scope of work includes day-to-day management of program development and revision as well as special projects critical to the long-term goals of enrolment growth and strategic enrolment management and outlined in the strategic plan. The Facilitator works toward efficient process management across all their responsibilities and integrates with main campus systems as it applies to program development and revision.

The Curriculum & Assessment Facilitator reports to the Dean of Engineering and takes academic direction in terms of the curriculum development and revision from the Chairs and Directors through the Associate Dean of Teaching and Learning. The position receives functional guidance from the Associate Vice-President, Academic, to facilitate campus-wide collaborations.

Key Accountabilities

Curriculum Management and Instructional Support

Curriculum

Provides senior level support to the Dean of Engineering and Departments/Schools

Has a thorough understanding of the mandate of Faculty of Engineering strategic initiatives

Ensures curriculum information is disseminated in an effective and timely manner amongst various stakeholders (program curriculum committees, Teaching and Learning Champions(?), staff, faculty, students, graduate studies, etc.)

Supports the development and revision of academic degree programs, and ensures that proposals are successfully moved through the approval process (Faculty, Senate and MCU)

Supports, as needed, the creation, update and approval of course proposals

Supports Departments/Schools and Associate Deans in developing and communicating curriculum mapping, including and maintains a curriculum mapping database for the Faculty of Engineering

Supports Departments/Schools in curriculum accreditation activities

Updates and monitors course descriptions and other information published in the Undergraduate Calendar and Course Catalog to ensure accuracy

Liaise with the Integrated Teaching Support Unit and other offices as necessary

Assessment and Quality Assurance Management

Provides senior-level support to the Dean of Engineering Office in assessment and Quality Assurance issues based on a thorough understanding of assessment and quality assurance process

Supports, as needed, the preparation for and follow-up to meetings; organizes and schedules meetings; prepares agendas, minutes and supporting material.

Supports Chairs, Directors or Associate Deans, as needed, and oversees all aspects of annual quality assurance and assessment processes including surveys, data tracking and analytics

Provides strategic support regarding the implementation of assessment plans and continuous quality improvement cycles.

Reviews and suggests process improvements related to the Assessment Plan on an ongoing basis

Other duties as assigned

Project Management

Provides project management expertise for various curriculum and assessment projects and other special projects across the Faculty of Engineering.

Creates and manages project timelines, milestones and deliverables using appropriate methodologies and techniques.

Develops mechanisms for tracking project progress and provides regular reports to stakeholders.

Special projects, as assigned


Required Qualifications

Education

University degree or equivalent post-secondary education and experience

Preference for certification in project management and/or curriculum development/assessment

Experience

A minimum of 5 years' experience working in the post-secondary sector

Familiarity with University program development and assessment processes

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Excellent time management, organization and communication (oral and written) skills

Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (including MS Access and Project), Quest, LEARN, WCMS, SharePoint, Qualtrics, Adobe Pro

Demonstrated skills in curriculum analysis and/or development

Preference for experience with cyclical reviews

Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills

Demonstrated ability to engage professionally with diverse groups, including faculty, staff, and students

Has the ability to work comfortably with both in-person, online and hybrid events


Equity Statement
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.
The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Metis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources athrhelp@uwaterloo.ca or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.