Curriculum Developer
Curriculum developers, also known as instructional coordinators, design educational programs and materials for school districts, states, or educational publishers. They analyze student performance data, align content with standards, and train teachers on new curricula. The BLS reports a median salary of $74,620 with 2% projected growth. A master's degree in education or curriculum and instruction is typically required.
A Day in the Life
A typical day starts with analyzing student assessment data to identify curriculum gaps. Mid-morning involves writing lesson plans and teacher guides for a new science unit. After lunch, the developer leads a teacher training session on the new materials and collects feedback. The afternoon is spent researching best practices in education and revising a math scope-and-sequence document for the school board.
Key Stats
Education
Master's Degree
Salary Range
Entry: $50,000
Median: $74,620
Senior: $102,000
Job Growth