Curriculum Development Manager Jobs
Curriculum Development Manager jobs are open from entry-level instructional design coordinator to senior director across K-12 districts, higher education, corporate learning, and healthcare, with specializations in e-learning, standards alignment, and competency-based curriculum. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Training & Curriculum Development Manager, ELP
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YMCA of San Diego County
Training & Curriculum Development Manager, ELP
San Diego, California
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Instructional Designer-Federal Health IT & Curriculum Development
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Instructional Designer-Federal Health IT & Curriculum Development
Washington, District of Columbia
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Assistant Vice President - Staff Development & Curriculum Design
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New York, New York
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Prosperity Training Center
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Curriculum Design and Development Lead
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Curriculum Design and Development Lead
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Training & Curriculum Development Manager, ELP
YMCA of San Diego County·San Diego, California
Job functions:
$72k.81 - $86k.17/yr
Remote (US)
High school
Job Description
Overview:
Learn more about YMCA Community Support Services programs CLICK HERE
For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)
YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.
Pay Range: USD $71,621.81 - USD $85,946.17 /Yr.
The Training & Curriculum Development Manager, Expanded Learning Programs (ELP) leads and manages specialized training initiatives to strengthen service delivery across the Association’s ELP division. This role is responsible for designing, delivering, and scaling high-quality learning experiences to ensure consistency, fidelity, and operational excellence across all school sites. By overseeing the New Hire Academy, annual training events, and continuous learning opportunities, this position drives workforce readiness, staff engagement, and retention, ensuring ELP staff are fully equipped to provide safe, enriching, and impactful programs. The Training & Curriculum Development Manager ensures all training content and delivery reflects a strength-based philosophy that builds staff capacity to foster confidence, connection, and overall well-being for every young person served.
Learn more about YMCA Community Support Services programs CLICK HERE
For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)
WORK DESIGNATION:
-
Remote (must work within San Diego County Region)
- Please note that the work designation may change based on business needs.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
YMCA Expanded Learning Programs offer a safe, engaging space where kids can learn, grow, and explore beyond the school day. Serving over 90 schools across San Diego County, we provide high-quality before and after school programs, along with fun intersession opportunities, all thoughtfully designed to support academic, emotional, and physical development.
Responsibilities:
- Manages the daily operations of all ELP training programs and initiatives, ensuring instructional consistency, compliance, and alignment with training standards; provides direct supervision, mentorship, and guidance to a team of Quality Program Trainers, fostering a collaborative team approach to high-quality delivery.
- Leads the design, implementation, and continuous refinement of comprehensive ELP training curricula, including role-specific training programs and New Hire Academy, in alignment with program requirements and Quality Standards for Expanded Learning in California.
- Collaborates with ELP leadership to identify learning gaps and training opportunities; develops and implements new training, enhances existing curricula, or contracts with external vendors to ensure gaps across the county are addressed.
- Develops specialized learning modules focused on core competencies, including inclusion, behavior support, and safety/supervision, for staff levels ranging from Youth Leaders to Directors.
- Standardizes programmatic tools, operating procedures, and best practices across all district and charter contracts to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery; develops assessment tools, surveys, and metrics to regularly assess the delivery, logistics, and engagement of training programs and implements improvements while still maintaining the integrity of the program.
- Facilitates diverse training events, including regional and organization-wide seminars, by overseeing content development, planning, and facilitator coordination.
- Provides targeted, on-site coaching and instructional support to strengthen staff performance and drive continuous program improvement.
- Creates and maintains a centralized library of digital and video training resources and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support ongoing staff development and operational consistency.
- Partners with Association Services and Leadership (ASL) support teams to proactively monitor training completion, track required certifications, and ensure full adherence to organizational and regulatory mandates.
- Identifies external training opportunities and partnerships and manages vendor relationships, service agreements, and the logistics of contracted training services.
- Other duties as assigned.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position occasionally requires travel throughout San Diego County
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises the Quality Programs Trainer, Expanded Learning Programs
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, human services, or related field, OR
- Associate of Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree AND two (2) years equivalent relevant experience, OR
- Completion of at least 48 college semester units (courses numbered 100 or above only) AND four (4) years equivalent relevant experience, OR
- High School Diploma/GED AND a passing score on the California Assessment of Paraprofessional Educators (CAPE) or Instructional Aide (IA) exam prior to first day of hire AND four (4) years equivalent relevant experience.
- Note: For all international credentials including high school, college-level coursework or degrees, a NACES-accredited equivalency evaluation is required.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of 5 years of operational experience in expanded learning programs, K-12 education, child & youth development, or comparable youth program setting. Of which, at least two (2) years include specialized curriculum design, staff development, and group facilitation and at least one (1) year includes supervising, leading, or coaching staff.
JOB COMPETENCIES:
- Deep expertise in expanded learning program operations (e.g., before-school, after-school, and summer programs) with the ability to translate best practices into practical training systems that support staff at all levels.
- Understanding of adult learning principles, with the ability to design, develop, and deliver high-quality, engaging training curricula that cater to diverse experience levels.
- Demonstrated expertise in Positive Youth Development (PYD) and special education, with the ability to integrate inclusion and strengths-based practices into staff training.
- Knowledge of child and youth development, including developmental stages of school-age children and transitional kindergarten students.
- Technical proficiency in virtual learning platforms, digital content creation tools, and instructional delivery systems.
- Excellent technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and well-branded training materials.
- Strong verbal communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage with diverse audiences across varying experience levels.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse staff and the ability to lead, mentor, and supervise the performance of staff to ensure instructional consistency.
- Skilled in using assessment tools, surveys, and performance data to inform training priorities and improve outcomes.
- Self-aware and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to foster a culture of learning, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
PRE-HIRE CONTINGENCIES:
- Licensing, state law and our funders require that applicants of critical positions within Community Support Services be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications
- CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, within 30 days of hire, and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute
- Current negative TB risk assessment or clearance obtained within the past sixty (60) days prior to first day, and every four (4) years thereafter.
YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.
Pay Range: USD $71,621.81 - USD $85,946.17 /Yr.
YMCA of San Diego County
Training & Curriculum Development Manager, ELP
San Diego, California
Added 2d ago
Job functions:
$72k.81 - $86k.17/yr
Remote (US)
High school
Job Description
Overview:
Learn more about YMCA Community Support Services programs CLICK HERE
For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)
YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.
Pay Range: USD $71,621.81 - USD $85,946.17 /Yr.
The Training & Curriculum Development Manager, Expanded Learning Programs (ELP) leads and manages specialized training initiatives to strengthen service delivery across the Association’s ELP division. This role is responsible for designing, delivering, and scaling high-quality learning experiences to ensure consistency, fidelity, and operational excellence across all school sites. By overseeing the New Hire Academy, annual training events, and continuous learning opportunities, this position drives workforce readiness, staff engagement, and retention, ensuring ELP staff are fully equipped to provide safe, enriching, and impactful programs. The Training & Curriculum Development Manager ensures all training content and delivery reflects a strength-based philosophy that builds staff capacity to foster confidence, connection, and overall well-being for every young person served.
Learn more about YMCA Community Support Services programs CLICK HERE
For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)
WORK DESIGNATION:
-
Remote (must work within San Diego County Region)
- Please note that the work designation may change based on business needs.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
YMCA Expanded Learning Programs offer a safe, engaging space where kids can learn, grow, and explore beyond the school day. Serving over 90 schools across San Diego County, we provide high-quality before and after school programs, along with fun intersession opportunities, all thoughtfully designed to support academic, emotional, and physical development.
Responsibilities:
- Manages the daily operations of all ELP training programs and initiatives, ensuring instructional consistency, compliance, and alignment with training standards; provides direct supervision, mentorship, and guidance to a team of Quality Program Trainers, fostering a collaborative team approach to high-quality delivery.
- Leads the design, implementation, and continuous refinement of comprehensive ELP training curricula, including role-specific training programs and New Hire Academy, in alignment with program requirements and Quality Standards for Expanded Learning in California.
- Collaborates with ELP leadership to identify learning gaps and training opportunities; develops and implements new training, enhances existing curricula, or contracts with external vendors to ensure gaps across the county are addressed.
- Develops specialized learning modules focused on core competencies, including inclusion, behavior support, and safety/supervision, for staff levels ranging from Youth Leaders to Directors.
- Standardizes programmatic tools, operating procedures, and best practices across all district and charter contracts to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery; develops assessment tools, surveys, and metrics to regularly assess the delivery, logistics, and engagement of training programs and implements improvements while still maintaining the integrity of the program.
- Facilitates diverse training events, including regional and organization-wide seminars, by overseeing content development, planning, and facilitator coordination.
- Provides targeted, on-site coaching and instructional support to strengthen staff performance and drive continuous program improvement.
- Creates and maintains a centralized library of digital and video training resources and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support ongoing staff development and operational consistency.
- Partners with Association Services and Leadership (ASL) support teams to proactively monitor training completion, track required certifications, and ensure full adherence to organizational and regulatory mandates.
- Identifies external training opportunities and partnerships and manages vendor relationships, service agreements, and the logistics of contracted training services.
- Other duties as assigned.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position occasionally requires travel throughout San Diego County
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises the Quality Programs Trainer, Expanded Learning Programs
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, human services, or related field, OR
- Associate of Arts (AA) or Science (AS) degree AND two (2) years equivalent relevant experience, OR
- Completion of at least 48 college semester units (courses numbered 100 or above only) AND four (4) years equivalent relevant experience, OR
- High School Diploma/GED AND a passing score on the California Assessment of Paraprofessional Educators (CAPE) or Instructional Aide (IA) exam prior to first day of hire AND four (4) years equivalent relevant experience.
- Note: For all international credentials including high school, college-level coursework or degrees, a NACES-accredited equivalency evaluation is required.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of 5 years of operational experience in expanded learning programs, K-12 education, child & youth development, or comparable youth program setting. Of which, at least two (2) years include specialized curriculum design, staff development, and group facilitation and at least one (1) year includes supervising, leading, or coaching staff.
JOB COMPETENCIES:
- Deep expertise in expanded learning program operations (e.g., before-school, after-school, and summer programs) with the ability to translate best practices into practical training systems that support staff at all levels.
- Understanding of adult learning principles, with the ability to design, develop, and deliver high-quality, engaging training curricula that cater to diverse experience levels.
- Demonstrated expertise in Positive Youth Development (PYD) and special education, with the ability to integrate inclusion and strengths-based practices into staff training.
- Knowledge of child and youth development, including developmental stages of school-age children and transitional kindergarten students.
- Technical proficiency in virtual learning platforms, digital content creation tools, and instructional delivery systems.
- Excellent technical writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and well-branded training materials.
- Strong verbal communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage with diverse audiences across varying experience levels.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse staff and the ability to lead, mentor, and supervise the performance of staff to ensure instructional consistency.
- Skilled in using assessment tools, surveys, and performance data to inform training priorities and improve outcomes.
- Self-aware and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to foster a culture of learning, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
PRE-HIRE CONTINGENCIES:
- Licensing, state law and our funders require that applicants of critical positions within Community Support Services be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications
- CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, within 30 days of hire, and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute
- Current negative TB risk assessment or clearance obtained within the past sixty (60) days prior to first day, and every four (4) years thereafter.
YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.
Pay Range: USD $71,621.81 - USD $85,946.17 /Yr.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in curriculum development manager jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Moodle, or Blackboard
- Experience applying instructional design frameworks including ADDIE or backward design
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams of subject-matter experts and content developers
- Skill in authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Rise for e-learning production
- Familiarity with learning standards such as Common Core, state frameworks, or competency-based models
Tips for Your Curriculum Development Manager Job Search
Align your resume to learning frameworks
Curriculum development managers are expected to know frameworks like Bloom's Taxonomy, ADDIE, or UbD. Name the specific model you used for each project on your resume so hiring managers can see your design philosophy at a glance.
Quantify curriculum impact, not just output
Listing the number of courses you built is table stakes. Tie your work to outcomes: learner completion rates, assessment score improvements, or reduced onboarding time. That framing separates instructional designers from curriculum leaders.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists curriculum development manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by content delivery format
Filter openings by whether the role is focused on instructor-led training, self-paced e-learning, or blended programs. Your authoring tool experience, such as Articulate, Canvas, or Moodle, needs to match what the employer actually uses.
Prepare a curriculum sample or design document
Most hiring panels for this role ask to see a scope and sequence, a unit map, or a sample module. Have one polished artifact ready before your first interview, not after, so you can share it without scrambling.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Curriculum development manager roles vary widely from solo contributor to department head. Clarify in writing how many direct reports you'll manage, which subject areas you own, and whether the budget authority described in the posting is real.
Curriculum Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most curriculum development managers?
University of Oregon, Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, and Astrion are hiring the most curriculum development managers right now, with openings concentrated in Oregon, California, and District of Columbia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially active in corporate learning and development teams alongside K-12 and higher education institutions.
How many curriculum development manager jobs are remote?
About 57% of curriculum development manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed instructional leadership. E-learning and corporate training roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while K-12 district positions more often require on-site presence for curriculum coaching and teacher support.
How do you become a curriculum development manager?
Most curriculum development managers start as classroom teachers, instructional designers, or training specialists and move into curriculum roles by leading subject-area projects or redesigning course sequences. Building a portfolio of scope-and-sequence documents, unit plans, or e-learning modules strengthens your candidacy. A master's degree in curriculum and instruction or instructional design accelerates the path, particularly for district-level or higher education roles.
Can you get hired as a curriculum development manager without direct management experience?
Yes, especially in smaller organizations or corporate learning teams where the role is more individual contributor than people manager. Demonstrate leadership through project ownership, such as coordinating subject-matter experts, piloting a new course framework, or training other educators on a curriculum tool. Framing those experiences as team leadership on your resume helps close the gap against candidates with formal direct-report histories.
What does the curriculum development manager interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screening call, a panel interview with instructional, HR, and program leadership stakeholders, and a practical component where you present a curriculum sample or walk through a design decision. Expect questions about how you handle scope changes, collaborate with subject-matter experts, and measure whether a curriculum is working. Some employers add a written case study or a short design exercise before the final round.
Where can I find and apply to curriculum development manager jobs?
You can find and apply to curriculum development manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferred setting, and apply directly to each listing without being redirected to separate employer portals.
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