A home-based position, the Manager of Curriculum Development is responsible for managing and supporting the development of curriculum in various disciplines for grades K–12. Reporting to the Director of Curriculum Development, the Manager supports and oversees the curriculum developers responsible for writing, reviewing, and revising curriculum and assessments to improve accuracy, alignment, and customer satisfaction.  

Responsibilities: 

Manage and mentor a team of curriculum developers, supporting career growth and fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment   Oversee the full lifecycle of course development, from initial design through implementation, ensuring alignment with specific state and/or national standards  Lead internal and vendor content development teams in the end-to-end creation, testing, and implementation of content aligned to instructional frameworks  Guide internal and external teams to meet fast-paced, high-impact deadlines effectively  Oversee third-party content providers to ensure quality integration of assets into Pearson’s learning platforms  Consult with and support teachers in curriculum creation and implementation   Provide expert leadership in resolving complex content-related problems through critical analysis and sound judgement  Drive measurable improvements in course performance and learner outcomes through strategic oversight  Identify curriculum change initiatives and develop strategies for effective implementation across the organization and partner schools  Contribute to strategic business decisions and help influence decisions of senior leaders  Identify potential risks across the project portfolio and implement proactive plans and contingencies to minimize impact  Advocate for the prioritization and refinement of work items to maximize customer and business value  Foster strong collaboration and clear communication with curriculum development management, cross-functional agile teams, and product management to ensure aligned and effective outcomes  Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of state and national curriculum standards  Apply expertise and best practices within your specialty and integrate them with related business areas  

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in education, curriculum, or similar area preferred  Minimum of 1+ years of teaching experience required, with virtual learning preferred  Minimum of 3+ years of curriculum development experience required, with curriculum to support asynchronous virtual learning preferred  Proven ability to lead a team, create a supportive work climate, and deliver results as a team  Proven track record of meeting deadlines while producing highly accurate, accountable work; very detail-oriented; editing/proofreading/fact checking/ experience preferred  Advanced knowledge of education management systems, learning management systems, and/or content management systems  Proficient with Microsoft® Office, Azure DevOps, and ability to learn other software programs and technology platforms quickly  Must enjoy a challenging work environment that requires flexibility, self-direction, creativity, strong communication, and organizational skills  Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:   

The minimum full-time salary range is between $90,000 - $95,000. 

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.