Who we need

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Curriculum Design, we are hiring a Curriculum Design Specialist. As our new Curriculum Design Specialist, you will play a crucial role in developing and renewing academic programs, instructional and assessment practices, and learning materials. You will collaborate with subject matter experts and faculty to support the design and development of face-to-face, online, and blended curricula for a growing suite of programs across a variety of credential types, disciplines, and audiences. 

This is an existing hybrid role, with the expectation you can attend in-office at either our Fredericton or Toronto campus as required. 

What's in it for you

Impact. You will play a critical role in shaping the student learning experience at one of Canada's leading private universities. Working closely with faculty and subject matter experts, you will help maintain, enhance, and evolve curriculum across a range of programs, ensuring students receive a high-quality and engaging educational experience.

Belonging. The Curriculum Design team believes the best work happens through collaboration. You will join a supportive group that values purposeful curiosity, continuous improvement, respectful feedback, and knowledge sharing. We work together, challenge each other thoughtfully, and celebrate successes as a team.

Growth and opportunity. This is an opportunity to gain experience in curriculum design, instructional design and project management, within a growing organization. As Yorkville University continues to evolve and expand, there may be opportunities to take on new challenges and continue growing your career with us.

As our new Curriculum Design Specialist, you will:

• Collaborate. You will collaborate with subject matter experts and faculty to understand the goals of new and existing academic programs. You will analyze and translate the program goals into comprehensive curricula, including but not limited to learning outcomes, assessments, and content. You will support program level curriculum mapping to internal and external standards. 
• Develop. You will integrate innovative and effective instructional strategies and resources into curriculum design to enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Evaluate. You will review curricular needs and recommend instructional and assessment strategies that account for regulatory requirements, align with program and course learning outcomes, and model accessible, authentic, and culturally responsive pedagogies. You will apply a high level of attention to detail throughout the curriculum development process, conducting thorough quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, alignment, accessibility, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. 
• Continuously improve. You will stay current with educational research, pedagogical trends, and advancements in curriculum design and share relevant insights with the team. You will analyze existing curricula alongside available data, including student and stakeholder feedback, to identify areas for improvement or revision to address changing educational needs. 
• Communicate and influence. You will track and report on the progress of curriculum development and renewal projects, proactively identifying and communicating risks to timelines and deliverables. You will build productive relationships with faculty, subject matter experts, and academic leaders, guiding projects forward, managing competing priorities, and helping stakeholders stay aligned and engaged throughout the development process.