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Elementary Curriculum Design Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Monroe Public Schools

Elementary Art Teacher

Monroe, MI · On-site

$400/wk

Ability to design and implement engaging, standards-based visual art lessons for early elementary ... Developing and delivering a comprehensive visual arts curriculum aligned with Michigan state ...

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How much do elementary curriculum design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for elementary curriculum design in Michigan is $45,411.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,800.00 and $52,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Elementary Curriculum Design vs Elementary Instructional Coordinator?

AspectElementary Curriculum DesignElementary Instructional Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Education or related field, possibly certification in curriculum developmentBachelor's degree, often with certification in education or curriculum coordination
Work EnvironmentDesigning curriculum materials, collaborating with teachers, developing instructional resourcesOverseeing curriculum implementation, training teachers, evaluating instructional programs
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, educational publishers, curriculum development companiesSchool districts, education departments, administrative offices

Elementary Curriculum Design focuses on creating and developing curriculum materials for elementary schools, while Elementary Instructional Coordinators oversee the implementation of these curricula, support teachers, and ensure instructional quality. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an elementary curriculum designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Elementary Curriculum Designer, you need a strong background in education, curriculum development, and instructional strategies, usually supported by a degree in education or curriculum design. Familiarity with curriculum mapping software, learning management systems (LMS), and national/state educational standards is typically required. Creativity, collaboration, and effective communication are vital soft skills for creating engaging content and working with teachers and administrators. These skills ensure the development of effective, standards-aligned curricula that foster student learning and meet educational goals.

What is elementary curriculum design?

Elementary curriculum design is the process of planning, organizing, and structuring educational content and learning experiences for students in elementary (primary) school, typically from kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade. It involves selecting appropriate subjects, materials, teaching methods, and assessments that align with educational standards and developmental needs of young children. Curriculum designers work to ensure that students build foundational skills in areas like reading, math, science, and social studies while also fostering creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. Effective curriculum design supports teachers in delivering engaging lessons and helps students achieve academic success.

How does an elementary curriculum designer typically collaborate with teachers and school administrators during the curriculum development process?

Elementary Curriculum Designers work closely with teachers and school administrators to ensure that new curricula are practical, engaging, and aligned with educational standards. They often facilitate workshops, gather feedback from classroom instructors, and adjust materials based on real-world classroom needs. Regular meetings and collaborative planning sessions are common, allowing designers to tailor content to the specific goals and challenges of each school. This collaboration helps ensure successful implementation and continuous improvement of the curriculum.
Elementary Curriculum Design jobs near you
Infographic showing various Elementary Curriculum Design job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,411 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Elementary Media Specialist

Washtenaw Intermediate School District

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Media Specialist
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
Mitchell Elementary
District:
Ann Arbor Public Schools
POSITION TITLE: Media Specialist
FTE: 0.7
POSITION LOCATION: Mitchell Elementary
SALARY: AAEA salary schedule
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree with major concentration in library/media.
Possess a valid, current Michigan teaching certificate with K-12 library endorsement (ND).
Sensitivity to the multi-cultural needs of students and teachers.
Skilled in technology.
Experience working with special education students desirable.
Experience working with students and teachers in the use of media/TV, desirable.
Knowledge of reading strategies, desired.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Formulate goals, objectives, and evaluation of building level media program.
  • Implement building level media program.
  • Supervise media support staff.
  • Select media and manage the building level media budget to support the instructional program in the school.
  • Plan and develop library skill units.
  • Maintain all required records for the operation of the building media program.
  • Serve as consultant to faculty and administrators in the building.
  • Produce media and operation audio-visual equipment including video equipment.
  • Serve on district wide committee.
  • Participate in professional growth activities.
  • Regular and reliable attendance
  • Other duties as assigned.

Literacy - Fosters Lifelong Reading
  • Inspires and supports the reading lives of both students and teachers through the creation of inclusive collections, celebrating diverse experiences and by providing opportunities to empower learners as effective users and creators of information and ideas
  • Recognizes that literacy can be explored in many different ways, i.e., foundational literacy, digital literacy, media literacy, computational literacy, news literacy, etc.
  • Provides and advocates for equitable access to collection tools using digital resources, programming and services of support of the school's/district's strategic vision

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment - Empowers Students as Creators
  • Curates digital resources and tools to support transformational teaching and learning and develops the digital curation skills of others
  • Partners with teachers to design and implement curriculum and assessments that integrate elements of deeper learning, critical thinking, information literacy, digital citizenship, creativity, innovation and the active use of technology
  • Encourages and facilitates students to become increasingly self-directed as they create digital products of their learning that engage them in critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic real-world problem solving
  • Provides flexible spaces that promote inquiry, creativity, collaboration, making and community

Personalized Professional Learning - Functions as a Lead Learner
  • Leads professional learning to cultivate broader understanding of the skills that comprise success in the digital age, i.e., technology tools and apps, information literacy, digital citizenship, etc.

Collaborations & Partnerships - Leads Beyond the Library
  • Promotes the school's strategic plan for digital learning and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation to empower teachers and learners
  • Cultivates partnerships within the school and local community to promote engagement and a community of readers

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written form
REASONING ABILITY:
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Interact with public and other staff as required.
Apply knowledge of current replicated research and techniques related to sensory issues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is occasionally quiet to moderate. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being of students.
Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
All applicants must complete the online application at A2Schools.org --> District Links --> Job Postings.

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