On Demand Biology Curriculum Developer Middle High School

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At Optima Ed, we believe education should be more than a process—it should be a journey of discovery, empowerment, and possibility. That’s why we’re transforming the way the world learns by harnessing the power of immersive technology.

Imagine a world where every student, no matter their background, has access to dynamic immersive coursework, awe‑inspiring virtual field trips, and a rich VR content library that makes learning come alive. At Optima Ed, we’re making that vision a reality.

We combine the timeless brilliance of a classical liberal arts and sciences education with groundbreaking technology to create experiences that don’t just teach—they ignite. Whether it’s exploring ancient civilizations, stepping into the heart of a science experiment, or discovering a passion for entrepreneurship, we empower learners to dream bigger and reach higher.

This isn’t just about education—it’s about expanding minds, opening doors, and making the extraordinary accessible to every family, everywhere. Together, we’re reimagining what’s possible, because when we innovate, we inspire.

At Optima Ed, we’re not just preparing students for the future. We’re creating a future worth preparing for. Let’s build it together.

We are seeking a humanities‑friendly biologist to develop rich, thoughtful biology curriculum for middle and high school students. This role is ideal for an educator‑scholar who loves science and ideas—someone who can situate biology within its philosophical, historical, and ethical contexts while maintaining scientific rigor.

The Biology Curriculum Developer will primarily focus on writing biology courses, while also contributing to interdisciplinary course development and the broader growth of the Optima On‑Demand enterprise.

• Write original, standards‑aligned biology curriculum for middle and high school students in a classical liberal arts education model
• Integrate biological concepts with history, philosophy, ethics, and the history of science where appropriate
• Design content suitable for an online, on‑demand learning environment, including VR‑enhanced experiences
• Collaborate with the OD Lead Curriculum Developer and other subject‑area experts on interdisciplinary courses
• Revise and refine curriculum based on internal review, feedback, and evolving program needs
• Facilitate some asynchronous courses and/or teach some synchronous courses
• Contribute intellectually to the vision and development of Optima On‑Demand as a whole

• Design standards‑aligned foreign language curriculum for K–12 learners
• Integrate immersive learning experiences, including virtual reality (VR), where appropriate to instructional goals
• Balance direct instruction, interactive activities, cultural exploration, interdisciplinary connections, and assessment
• Incorporate best practices in language acquisition, classical pedagogy, and digital learning design
• Develop engaging multimedia content suitable for an online, on‑demand environment

• Demonstrate proficiency in LMS platforms and digital curriculum tools
• Integrate immersive tools, including VR, to deepen cultural and linguistic understanding
• Ensure content is optimized for digital delivery and student accessibility
• Maintain organized digital records of curriculum drafts, revisions, and resources

• Collaborate with the OD Lead Curriculum Developer and other subject‑area experts on interdisciplinary courses
• Contribute to cross‑departmental initiatives within the On‑Demand enterprise
• Support alignment between On‑Demand and live instructional programs where appropriate

• Participate in professional learning related to instructional design, immersive technology, and classical language pedagogy
• Stay current on research in second‑language acquisition and online learning
• Contribute intellectually to the broader vision and development of Optima Ed On‑Demand

• Masters degree in biology, genetics, philosophy, classics, or a closely related field (PhD preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to write…