STEM Curriculum Developer

Location: Villanova

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Posting Number:
T

Position Title:
STEM Curriculum Developer

Position Type:
Staff

Location:
Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:
temporary

Approximate Number of Hours per Week
10-25 hours per week

Department:
205-Mechanical Engineering

Position Summary:

We are seeking part-time STEM Curriculum Developers to support the creation of virtual learning materials for high school and early college students. The position involves developing single-subject and interdisciplinary lesson plans in STEM fields - such as math, biology, physics, and engineering. Some lessons will be inspired by themes in geology and paleontology. This work is part of a broader effort to create engaging, standard-aligned Virtual Field Trips (VFTs) and STEM learning experiences for national distribution.

This is a remote, temporary position beginning in Summer 2025. The role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work with a collaborative and interdisciplinary team of educators and researchers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop lesson plans, instructional content, and assessments in STEM subjects
• Create both single-discipline and interdisciplinary modules based on project needs
• Align curriculum with NGSS and state/national standards
• Upload and organize content on an online learning platform
• Design interactive exercises and student activities that foster engagement and understanding
• Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and external partners to ensure content accuracy and quality

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Strong written communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• K-12 educators with curriculum development experience or graduate students pursuing degrees in STEM fields (e.g., Math, Biology, Physics, Engineering, Education) are encouraged to apply

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with online curriculum design
• Demonstrated interest in virtual learning and innovative approaches to STEM education

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Special Message to Applicants:

EEO Statement

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Posting Date:
07/29/2025

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
08/05/2025

Salary Posting Information:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Classification:
non-exempt