Curriculum Designer Social Studies

Educational Qualifications & Subject Skills

• A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in education or a related discipline
• Experience in curriculum design and blended learning
• Familiarity with the framework of SLOs in the National Curriculum in order to align curriculum packages with the National Curriculum
• Capacity to design formal and informal content and processes by which learners gain knowledge, develop skills, and alter attitudes
• Relevant subject discipline knowledge may be advantageous

Work Experience

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in lesson planning and classroom delivery
• Experience in designing resource materials and writing formative and summative assessments

Other Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic skills as well strong research skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team and meet tight deadlines
• Managerial experience at a learning institution may be required
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Skype and web-based project management sites

DIL Core Values and Commitments;

Transformation: We transform lives and empower communities by pursuing innovative ideas and approaches that improve students' learning outcomes and soft skills

Excellence: We are committed to achieving the highest level of impact through excellence in service delivery and educational products

Collaboration: We take a democratic and participatory approach in all aspects of our work

Equity: We exercise fairness, compassion and respect when dealing with each other and those around us

Integrity: We strive to set high moral and ethical standards for ourselves and to gain the trust of others

Transparency: We exercise strong internal controls and transparency and are fully accountable to our donors and the people we serve

Flexibility: We drive and embrace change and are willing to try out different, pioneering approaches