Lead Curriculum Specialist

Job Responsibilities Full Qualification Course development work • To give researched inputs to the Curriculum & Programmes (C&P) team (for example, gaps in relation to Skills Framework, sectoral changes etc.). • To develop module documents, assignment descriptors, marking rubrics, session slides, session plans, SOW and reading materials. • To consult faculty for peer review of materials during the development phase. • To develop e-learning materials for modules (for Technology Enhanced Learning). • To develop test bank – ten rather unique sets if applicable. • To conduct unpacking sessions. Full Qualification Course re-development work • To review available materials and give researched inputs to C&P team (based on the source of relevant updates). • To communicate changes to stakeholders; to conduct unpacking sessions for the course under re-development when applicable. • To re-develop module documents, assignment descriptors, marking rubrics, session slides, session plans, SOW, and reading materials. • To re-develop e-learning materials for modules (Technology Enhanced Learning). Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Short Courses development work • To conceptualise relevant ECDA endorsed CPD. • To write proposals for ECDA's endorsement and SSG funding. • To prepare for engagement with external vendors to develop materials. Quality Assurance work • To lead benchmarking exercises organised by HQ. • To carry out moderation work with lecturers. • To conduct teaching observation (of full-qual modules or CPD) to understand the use of C&P materials. • To follow-up module/course evaluation conducted by Strategic Planning Office. • To carry out audit work. • To work with internal stakeholders for curriculum review work. Teaching • To teach full-qualification or CPD course as planned or when necessary. Projects • As assigned according to work-plan and the needs of the division at a smaller scale. Others on a case-by-case basis such as editing course materials, data/information submission to NIEC HQ/ECDA, support Programme Chair / NIEC HQ to conduct interviews for Discretionary Admission Exercise or language tests etc. Job Requirements • Possess a Master's Degree in Early Childhood / Education or equivalent. • Possess at least 4 years of teaching in early childhood settings and gained curriculum leadership positions there. Experience in adult teaching will be advantageous. • Has experience in developing Early Childhood Curriculum for teacher education. • Proficient in using technology to enhance teaching and curriculum delivery. Note: All new hires will be offered a two-year contract in the first instance. Contract renewal and emplacement on permanent appointment will be subject to continuous good performance. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.