Curriculum Design Research Assistant

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What You Will Do: 

The CD Intern will support the development of  two 14-week ELA elementary school  curriculum,  along with corresponding teacher guides. The intern should be familiar with common core standards, curriculum design and research on culturally relevant pedagogy. This internship offers a unique opportunity for a passionate individual to contribute to impactful educational resources and gain hands-on experience in curriculum design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with our team to design and develop two 4th or 5th grade level curricula
• Teacher Guide Creation: Develop comprehensive teacher guides that accompany ELA curriculum, providing detailed instructions, lesson plans, and resources for educators.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct research on best practices in culturally relevant pedagogy and current educational trends to inform curriculum design.
• Standards Alignment: Ensure that the curricula align with common core standards and other relevant educational standards.
• Content Creation: Create engaging and diverse instructional materials, including lesson plans, assessments, and supplementary resources.
• Feedback & Iteration: Incorporate feedback from teachers and other stakeholders to refine and improve the curricula.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the curriculum design team, educators, and subject matter experts to ensure high-quality and effective curricula

What You Must Have: 

• Commitment to justice and equity
• Bachelor's degree (required) or master’s degree (preferred)  in Education with emphasis in Curriculum Design, English Language Arts, Teaching and Learning, or a related field
• Comfort with identifying core and supplemental texts for the unit that speak to diverse and underrepresented cultural and racial experiences 
• Experience with K-12 English curriculum design 
• Knowledge of culturally responsive pedagogical/curricular practices 
• Excellent communication skills

This position reports directly to CMJ’s Stafford Hood Fellow for Culturally Responsive Assessment Research Scientist. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should email the following to cmj@measurementjustice.org with “Curriculum Design Research Assistant” in the subject line: 

• Resume with a cover letter describing your commitment to social justice, your interest in the position, and how your professional skills align with the requirements of this role. 
• Three references (2 professional, 1 personal)

Please submit all materials in pdf format. We are accepting applications through August 1st, 2024. 

*We are unable to provide sponsorship for international applicants applying for staff positions.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin,  sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

• The accrual of PTO and sick days is determined by the number of hours worked per week.
• Employees are entitled to 12 paid holidays.
• The benefits package includes health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Allocation of $1,000 for professional development, which can be utilized for conference travel and training purposes.
• Enjoy a monthly benefit of Mental Health Fridays, allowing employees to take a day off each month to prioritize their mental well-being.