K-5 Curriculum Specialist

Springboard Collaborative

K-5 Curriculum Specialist responsible for developing and implementing curriculum at Springboard Collaborative. This role requires extensive collaboration and innovation in instructional design and product development.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,188 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development for K-5 literacy and mathematics, utilizing evidence-based instructional practices and project management methodologies to create impactful educational products. Strong ability to analyze data and feedback to continuously improve instructional quality and learner outcomes.

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Curriculum DevelopmentK-5 Literacy And MathematicsProject Management MethodologiesEvidence-Based Instructional PracticesFamily Engagement

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DesignInstructional Product DevelopmentData AnalysisResearch-Based PracticesAssessment KnowledgeUniversal Design For LearningCulturally Responsive DesignInstructional Quality EvaluationPrototypingIterative Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationInitiativeStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree In Education

Industry Keywords

Ed-TechK-12 EducationPublic School DistrictsAgile FrameworkWaterfall Framework

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and refine 3-4 libraries of curriculum universal instructional materials that translate partner curricula into research-aligned, meaningful learning experiences
Ensure 100% of literacy and math instructional products demonstrate clear vertical progression, alignment to math and literacy standards, and coherent instructional design across grades, subjects, and product experiences
Actively contribute to at least 4 cross-functional product development initiatives by incorporating stakeholder feedback, collaborating effectively through the co-development process, and meeting agreed-upon project milestones
Proactively implement 3 instructional improvements or product enhancements informed by implementation data, research, and emerging best practices to strengthen the quality, usability, and impact of instructional products
Design high-quality instructional products that translate Springboard’s instructional vision into engaging learning experiences for students, educators, and families
Use deep content knowledge in literacy and mathematics to develop research-based K–5 literacy and mathematics instructional products
Apply evidence-based instructional practices, academic standards, learning progressions, and assessment knowledge to ensure instructional integrity, coherence, and rigor
Develop instructional products that are intuitive, accessible, and designed for successful implementation across diverse partner contexts
Autonomously drive end-to-end project management and execution for multiple curriculum development initiatives
Support instructional product development from initial requests through final delivery, balancing priorities, timelines, quality, and implementation needs
Exercise sound instructional and design judgment to independently move work forward, anticipate risks, identify solutions, and maintain initiative
Design innovative instructional approaches and product features informed by the Universal Design for Learning and culturally responsive design principles that improve teaching, learning, and family engagement
Prototype, test, and refine innovative solutions that strengthen Springboard’s instructional portfolio and expand the impact of our products over time
Explore emerging research, instructional practices, and educational technologies to inform product innovation and continuous improvement
Collaborate across teams to build cohesive instructional products that meet educator and learner needs
Incorporate educator, student, family, and partner profiles and feedback to strengthen instructional products and improve usability
Contribute instructional expertise during collaborative design sessions, curriculum reviews, and iterative development cycles to strengthen instructional products
Continuously improve instructional products by using research and data to strengthen quality and impact
Analyze implementation data, educator feedback, assessment results, and user research to identify opportunities for product improvement
Evaluate instructional products for instructional quality, accessibility, coherence, alignment, and overall effectiveness
Recommend and implement improvements that enhance learner outcomes, educator experience, and long-term product sustainability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience creating curricula for grades K-5 math and literacy
Proven track record of positively impacting family engagement in a K-12 educational setting
Experience working in ed-tech or the curriculum development space
It would also be nice if you had a Master’s degree in education
Experience working with large U.S. public school districts
Familiarity with project management methodologies (i.e. Agile or Waterfall frameworks)
Experience working as an elementary school classroom teacher and/or instructional coach.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance with a cash stipend for those who waive Springboard coverage
We fully cover short & long-term disability coverage
We match up to 6% of your salary in 403(b) retirement contributions after your first twelve months at Springboard
Four weeks (20 days) annually Paid Time Off (PTO)
All 11 federal holidays, two extra floating holidays, weekdays between December 25th - January 1st, Election Day, and your birthday
We don’t cap the number of sick days available to employees
Parental Leave (12 weeks after the first 6 months of employment)
Marriage Leave (five days)
All employees receive a Springboard laptop and optional monitor
We provide personal & professional development funding of $2000/year
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support for stress/anxiety, finance, law, family, substance abuse, grief, and more.
Ensure regular opportunities to discuss individual and organizational development and our commitment to equity
Consistent and structured real-time feedback is foundational to Springboard’s culture.