DEAN Adventure Camps · 15 hours ago
Curriculum Writer
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$25/hr - $25/hrDEAN Adventure Camps is dedicated to creating transformative experiences for young people. They are seeking Curriculum Writers to develop and revise curriculum for various camp programs, ensuring alignment with DEAN's educational framework and developmental standards.
ArtEducationPersonal DevelopmentService Industry
Responsibilities
Develop and revise studio-based curriculum for the 2026 camp season
Serve as subject-matter experts within assigned program areas ("studios")
Partner closely with the Curriculum Manager to ensure curriculum is developmentally aligned, counselor-ready, and grounded in DEAN’s Curriculum Framework
Develop curriculum as a coherent learning journey, not a collection of activities
Anchor each program to a defined age band, learner profile, and core capabilities
Include sustained challenge, reflection, and a culminating camper-created product
Follow DEAN’s weekly experience arc
Design explicitly for assigned age bands using DEAN’s developmental continuum
Make social-emotional learning visible through named values, reflection, and growth language
Provide clear, step-by-step lesson flow and facilitation guidance
Anticipate camper challenges and support counselor decision-making
Include setup notes, materials lists, space/equipment needs, and optional extensions
Draft accurate supply lists with camper-to-material ratios
Document space, equipment, and safety requirements
Balance quality, safety, and cost in all recommendations
Participate in onboarding, check-ins, and benchmark reviews
Incorporate feedback from the Curriculum Manager
Submit all work through DEAN-designated systems (e.g., Airtable)
Each assigned program must include: Program overview and learner profile, Fully developed weekly curriculum, Activity plans with instructional and SEL guidance, Materials and supply lists, Counselor-facing facilitation and setup notes, Reflection components tied to camper growth, Final revisions addressing feedback
Qualification
Required
Experience designing age-appropriate curricula for camps, enrichment programs, schools, or informal learning environments, with a strong understanding of scope, sequence, and learning progression
Ability to create hands-on, play-based, and project-driven learning experiences that prioritize curiosity, creativity, and confidence-building over rote instruction
Clear, concise writing skills that translate learning goals into counselor-friendly lesson plans, activity guides, and facilitation notes
Comfort designing curriculum that is easy to implement, flexible across settings, and adaptable to different group dynamics, energy levels, and time constraints
Understanding of child development and the ability to adjust tone, pacing, and expectations across age groups
Ability to manage deadlines, incorporate feedback, and deliver polished work with minimal supervision in a contract-based role
Openness to feedback and iteration, and comfort partnering with operations and program leaders to ensure curriculum aligns with DEAN's values and real-world camp execution
Company
DEAN Adventure Camps
OUR MISSION: At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.
Founded in 2002
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase