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Online Curriculum Development Jobs in California

Anduril Industries

Curriculum Developer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * 3+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or training program management-ideally in a technical, engineering, or defense-related environment.

Anduril Industries

Curriculum Developer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$113K - $169K/yr

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * 3+ years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or training program management-ideally in a technical, engineering, or defense-related environment.

Prosync

Curriculum Developer

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

$80/hr

This role requires collaboration with stakeholders, meticulous editing, and the development of ... A minimum of 100 hours of curriculum development experience is desired. * A U.S. Navy Master ...

Prosync

Curriculum Developer

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

$80/hr

This role requires collaboration with stakeholders, meticulous editing, and the development of ... A minimum of 100 hours of curriculum development experience is desired. * A U.S. Navy Master ...

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How much do online curriculum development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for online curriculum development in California is $72,047.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,300.00 and $87,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is online curriculum development?

Online curriculum development is the process of designing, organizing, and creating educational content and learning experiences specifically for digital or online platforms. This includes planning course objectives, developing instructional materials, integrating multimedia elements, and ensuring content is accessible and engaging for remote learners. Online curriculum developers often collaborate with subject matter experts and use learning management systems to deliver their courses. The goal is to create effective and interactive online learning experiences that meet educational standards and learning outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced in online curriculum development and how can they be addressed?

One common challenge in online curriculum development is designing engaging content that accommodates diverse learning styles and keeps students motivated in a virtual environment. Developers may also encounter difficulties in aligning learning objectives with digital assessments and ensuring accessibility for all learners. To address these issues, it's important to collaborate closely with subject matter experts, utilize interactive multimedia, and seek regular feedback from both instructors and learners. Additionally, staying updated on best practices in instructional design and leveraging analytics can help refine and improve the curriculum over time.

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

To thrive as an Online Curriculum Developer, you need expertise in instructional design, subject matter knowledge, and often a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas or Moodle, and proficiency in authoring tools like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, are typically required. Strong project management, creativity, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with stakeholders and creating engaging content. These skills ensure that online learning experiences are effective, accessible, and aligned with educational goals.

What is the difference between Online Curriculum Development vs Online Instructional Design?

AspectOnline Curriculum DevelopmentOnline Instructional Design
Primary FocusCreating comprehensive course content and structureDesigning engaging learning experiences and activities
Required SkillsContent creation, curriculum planning, subject matter expertiseLearning theory, multimedia design, instructional strategies
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, e-learning companiesEducational technology firms, corporate training
Common CertificationsCurriculum development certificates, subject-specific credentialsInstructional design certifications, e-learning certifications

Online Curriculum Development focuses on designing and organizing course content, while Online Instructional Design emphasizes creating engaging learning experiences and activities. Both roles often overlap but serve distinct functions in the e-learning development process.

What are the most commonly searched types of Curriculum Development jobs in California?

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What cities in California are hiring for Online Curriculum Development jobs?

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Infographic showing various Online Curriculum Development job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,047 per year, or $34.6 per hour.

Math Curriculum Development Manager

Art of Problem Solving

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

As a Math Curriculum Development Manager, you will play a key role in developing and refining educational materials that will inspire and train the next generation of great problem solvers. In this role, you will manage a team of curriculum developers while also tackling curriculum development projects yourself.

The Math Curriculum Development Manager will:

  • Lead a small team of three to six curriculum developers, allocating team resources, ensuring high-quality development standards, meeting critical timelines, and fostering team members' growth in key curriculum writing skills
  • Develop, implement, and improve team processes, and lead the creation and maintenance of team documentation
  • Act as a consultant and strategic partner to team members, serving as a knowledge base of information
  • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team
  • Create a tight feedback loop, ensuring the team regularly engages with students, teachers, and customers
  • Outline and develop new courses and other educational materials
  • Improve existing materials based on student performance data as well as student and teacher feedback
  • Review and provide feedback on outlines and educational materials created by other curriculum developers
  • Participate in teacher training and the creation of training materials, if relevant
  • Hone understanding of students, teachers, and customers, which may include teaching courses

The ideal candidate has:

  • An advanced degree in a field closely related to mathematics or computer science
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience teaching advanced math (or related) topics and/or developing advanced math (or related) educational materials for gifted & motivated students, ideally including significant experience in both areas at the college level
  • Strong experience with and understanding of college-level students who in their target audience and the teachers who will deliver their content
  • Demonstrated ability to make good cost-benefit decisions
  • Strong understanding of our purchasers' wants and needs
  • Strong math content knowledge
  • Excellent writing skills, with the ability to translate complex math concepts into clear, engaging, and understandable content for their target audience
  • Excellent editing skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and proactively with project stakeholders
  • Strong creativity, with the ability to develop original problems and puzzles
  • Readily seeks out and learns from feedback
  • Passion for education
  • Previous people or project management experience preferred

Why Join AoPS:

This is a hybrid full-time position based at our headquarters in San Diego, CA. The hiring range for this position is 110k-140k. Here are some things you can look forward to:

  • Impact: Lead curriculum development for the programs that train nearly all US Math Olympiad team members and thousands of the nation's top young problem solvers.
  • Flexibility: Casual work environment with a hybrid work week and flexible scheduling
  • Benefits: Multiple options for Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Future Planning: 401(k) with company match
  • Quality of Life: PTO Plan and supportive leadership that gives you the work-life balance you deserve
  • Ease of Transition: Relocation bonus (if currently located outside of San Diego)
  • Benefits: Multiple options for Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Background Check:

Please note that employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Work Authorization:

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are unable to offer sponsorship, including STEM-OPT and H-1B.

About AoPS:

Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) is on a mission to discover, inspire, and train the great problem solvers of the next generation. Since 2003, we have trained hundreds of thousands of the country's top students, including nearly all the members of the US International Math Olympiad team, through our online school, in-person academies, textbooks, and online learning systems. While our primary focus has been math for most of our history, through the years we have expanded our unique problem solving curriculum into more subjects, such as language arts, science, and computer science.