Curriculum Development Manager
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Vail Valley, CO
Publish Date: Posted January 2, 2026
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Curriculum Development Manager to develop engaging and educational curricula for after-school programs and summer camps. This role will focus on creating innovative lesson plans and activities in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), Physical Education (PE), Enrichment, Literacy, and Math for students in grades K-5. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in curriculum design, child development, and hands-on learning approaches that foster creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement age-appropriate, engaging curricula and lesson plans for after-school and summer programs, aligned with educational standards.
- Develop innovative learning experiences across multiple areas, including SEL, STEM, PE, Enrichment, Literacy, and Math, that promote creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement.
- Collaborate with educators, program managers, and site coordinators to integrate effective instructional strategies and ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery.
- Provide training, co-planning, and co-teaching support to instructors to strengthen instructional practices and enhance learning outcomes.
- Visit program sites regularly to observe implementation, gather feedback, and refine curriculum based on student needs and educator input.
- Ensure all materials and activities are culturally responsive, inclusive, and reflective of emerging best practices in youth development and education.
- Communicate supply and resource needs and develop supporting instructional tools and materials for program staff.
- Research, evaluate, and incorporate evidence-based methods to continually improve curriculum design and impact.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support program quality and organizational goals.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
A successful candidate should possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, Curriculum Development, Child Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in curriculum design, instructional development, or teaching in K-5 settings.
- Strong knowledge of SEL, STEM, PE, Enrichment, Literacy, and Math educational standards and frameworks.
- Experience designing curriculum for afterschool programs, summer camps, or informal learning environments preferred.
- Proficiency in developing hands-on, experiential learning activities.
- Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and culturally responsive teaching practices.
- An ability to thrive in a high paced work environment
- Spanish proficiency is preferred
- Must be able to substitute for staff when needed
- Candidates must be qualified and able to drive the YP van for programs
- Candidates must pass a background check
COMPENSATION
This is a salaried, full-time, year-round position eligible for all VVF employment benefits.
Salary range is $60,000 to $70,000 based on experience.
Our employees are a critical part of who we are and employee wellness is an important priority for our organization. As a result, we offer an array of employee benefits, including but not limited to:
- Affordable HDHP employee and family health insurance plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account with company match
- 401k retirement plans with company match
- Basic life insurance
- Short and long term disability plans
- Paid time off: 4+ weeks accrual on year 1
- Volunteer paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Added Perks!
- Free employee ski pass
- Tickets to shows at the Vilar and The Amp
- Discounts at The Amp and Vilar concessions
- Tuition reimbursement
Job Benefits
- Education / Training
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement
- Ski Pass
- Wellness