Occupation
Curriculum developer
Designs and revises what gets taught in a course, program, or school system, along with the materials teachers use to deliver it. Works from standards, subject expertise, and teacher feedback, then supports rollout with guides, exemplars, and training sessions.
Also known as: Curriculum specialist · Curriculum coordinator · Instructional coordinator · Education program developer
Occupation content
Part of Education and training
What the work involves
- Map course or program outcomes against curriculum standards
- Write units, lesson exemplars, and teacher guides
- Review textbooks, digital resources, and assessment items for fit
- Consult subject teachers and specialists while drafting
- Pilot materials and revise them from classroom feedback
- Run training sessions when a new curriculum is introduced
How people commonly enter
- Teaching qualification and classroom experience followed by a curriculum role
- Master's degree in curriculum, education, or a subject discipline
- Subject-matter expertise plus employer training in curriculum design
Typical training: Varies by employer or jurisdiction
Licensing: Not typically licensed
Typical work context
Desk based · Team based · Quiet focus · Remote capable · Hybrid office
Related interests
Social (helping) · Investigative (analytical) · Artistic (creative)
Related aptitude preparation
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Skills to practise
- Written communication
- Critical thinking
- Reading comprehension
- Planning and scheduling exercises
- Case analysis
Practice suites
Related learning
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Official sources
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- US BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook — Instructional Coordinators · United States
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- UK National Careers Service — Explore careers · United Kingdom
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- ESCO — Occupations classification (European Commission) · European Union
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