Mission Bit · 19 hours ago
Curriculum Developer
Mission Bit is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that inspires youth of color to explore the world of STEM with project-based computer science education. As a Curriculum Developer, you'll be responsible for designing an Intro to AI course for beginner high school students, focusing on creating engaging and accessible learning materials.
EdTechEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop a 6-week course for high school students, including lessons, activities, and projects
Translate technical concepts into accessible, identity-affirming, project-based learning
Research and recommend tools, platforms, and learning approaches (e.g., unplugged activities, low-code tools) based on student experience level and classroom reality
Create teacher/instructor-facing supports: facilitation notes, slide decks, pacing guides, check-for-understanding questions, and troubleshooting tips
Develop student-facing materials: worksheets, handouts, project briefs, rubrics, and reflection prompts
Prototype and test activities quickly, gather feedback from staff/instructors, and iterate
Collaborate with content experts and instructors to ensure materials are clear, engaging, and teachable
Support the curriculum team on related projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Strong curriculum development experience (this may include formal education, after-school programs, youth programs, or similar)
Experience designing for beginner learners and building materials that are clear, structured, and fun
Comfort doing research and synthesis (turning messy info into clean lessons and teacher guides)
Ability to explain technical ideas in simple, student-friendly language
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A self-starting mindset and ability to work autonomously with little oversight
Punctuality, organization, and preparation skills
Values aligned with Mission Bit and a passion for expanding access to CS/AI learning
Preferred
Have a degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related discipline
Have subject-matter familiarity (through teaching, projects, coursework, or professional experience)
Have taught or built curriculum around AI ethics, data literacy, bias/fairness, or human-centered technology
Are innovative, dedicated, and flexible, with a willingness to experiment and iterate quickly
Benefits
Accrued sick time-off
Company
Mission Bit
Mission Bit is a nonprofit organization that offers computer programming education.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation"San Francisco Department of Children, Youth and Their Families"
2023-06-12Grant
2018-04-05Grant· $1M
Recent News
San Francisco Supervisor Joel Engardio
2024-05-01
Mission Local
2024-05-01
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