Curriculum Manager

Location: Boston, MA Job Id: 139 # of Openings: 1 Full-Time (11:00 am - 7:00 pm, with flexibility) Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000 based on experience About the Role The Possible Zone (TPZ), a nonprofit organization, seeks a Curriculum Manager to support high-quality student experiences by managing, designing, and revising TPZ’s high‑school curriculum for diverse learners. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of engaging diverse groups of high schoolers in culturally responsive, project‑based, and competency‑based learning opportunities and is passionate about closing the opportunity gap. This role reports to the Director of Curriculum and is an in‑person position based in our Boston Innovation Center with some travel to our scaling sites. Work is expected to be 4–5 days per week in the Boston office or at sites in Lawrence, Brockton, or Lowell. The Curriculum Manager will assist members of the program team in building coursework related to Careers of the Future, college and career pathways, STEAM education, work‑based learning, and more. The Manager will also serve as an educator in one class per year, focusing on classes that are new or significantly revised. Responsibilities Teaching and Observation (20%) Serve as an educator in at least one of TPZ’s high school classes each year, modeling lesson internalization and implementation and using in‑the‑moment differentiation Observe and collect data on lessons identified as in need of curricular improvement across sites Assist in analyzing data and implementing changes based on classroom observations across sites Collaborate with external partners to translate industry‑aligned content into engaging student experiences, and adapt existing or design new curriculum for students with IEPs and English Language Learners Support educators in collaborating with external partners to modify and co‑teach curriculum aimed at preparing students for careers of the future Collaborate with educators to design new curriculum that incorporates elements of project‑based learning, STEAM education, and culturally responsive teaching Organize and format synchronous/asynchronous professional development series for the program team to introduce new education research and protocols for teaching and ensure opportunities for application and transfer and for teaching students with IEPs and English Language Learners Curriculum Management, Revision, and Refinement (30%) Revise existing curriculum to incorporate educator choice points and optional scaffolding Oversee the revision and documentation of curriculum for scaling sites, working alongside Boston‑ and other site‑based staff to determine appropriate modifications for classes in Lawrence, Brockton, or Lowell Collaborate with directors of instruction to create and manage curriculum, activity, and instructional strategy repositories, e.g., running lists of energizers, scaffolds, etc. Qualifications Professional Experience: 5+ years working with high school students in classrooms, schools, or informal settings (e.g., youth development, camp counseling) Curriculum Development Experience: 5+ years developing curriculum for youth from under‑resourced communities, students with IEPs, and/or English Language Learners in culturally responsive, project‑based, and competency‑based formats, with attention to the whole child, SEL, and identity development Content Knowledge: Experience implementing STEAM curriculum is strongly preferred, in addition to experience in at least one of the following Project Based Learning Competency Based Learning Social Emotional Learning Career and Technical Education (CTE) Makerspace Curriculum English as a Second Language and/or Special Education Certification is a strong plus Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole is a plus Facility with Google Drive and Notion is a plus Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, demonstrated by an ability to clearly articulate and translate complex curriculum concepts and pedagogical approaches to diverse audiences, including students, educators, and external stakeholders Commitment to the success of every learner; a growth mindset and self‑awareness Creative spirit and collaborative nature Very high attention to detail Ability to pivot or innovate when necessary Alignment with our mission and demonstrated commitment to core competencies (Leadership, Creativity & Innovation, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Continuous Learning) A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all activities Compensation Salary: $85,000 - $110,000, salaried, based on experience. TPZ offers performance‑based compensation with merit and bonus potential, designed with pay equity in mind. Benefits Company‑subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (80% of the individual premium is paid by TPZ) Professional Development opportunities, including the use of state‑of‑the‑art STEAM Makerspace/FabLab Basic Life insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability at no cost to the employee Mental Health and Wellness resources through partnerships with Calm and Wellable Commuting stipend for walking, biking, transit, or gas Retirement plan with employer contributions Up to 25 days of paid time off per year Approx. 20 paid holidays per year Paid parental leave DEI Statement We believe every member of our team and student body deserves opportunities for growth, success, and inclusion. We recognize that for many of our students, staff, and communities, their life journeys run through oppressive structures and systems (e.g., classism, racism, sexism) — and that’s what makes our organizational culture and work so necessary and important. We believe that diversity in perspective, backgrounds, ethnicities, and lived experience is a strength, and from that strength, we can accomplish great things with the students we serve. Together as students, staff, organizations, communities, volunteers, and partners, we are intentional about creating safe spaces where all members can speak authentically and be themselves. We are committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity. As members of The Possible Zone community, our ongoing journey raises thoughtful questions, reveals biases, and opens conversations. We celebrate one another and are unified in our commitment to young people, excellence, and innovation. This work is our shared responsibility and our opportunity to welcome all members who share in our mission and strive to provide pathways that further prepare students in achieving their desired success. The Possible Zone prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. The Possible Zone is an equal opportunity program provider and employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr