About the Role
Next Street is seeking a passionate and innovative Curriculum Specialist to design and develop engaging learning experiences that empower small business owners with practical skills and measurable outcomes. This role involves end-to-end curriculum development, from needs assessment to content creation and publishing, in collaboration with clients, SMEs, and project managers.
Responsibilities
- Support all phases of curriculum development, from discovery through final delivery.
- Assess client needs and translate business goals into measurable learning objectives.
- Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop course outlines, identify required content, perform topic research, and gather supporting resources.
- Apply instructional design principles and adult learning best practices to create engaging, user-centered experiences.
- Design and develop learning assets including: Interactive eLearning courses, Storyboards, Video and voiceover scripts, Participant worksheets and job aids, Instructor-led training (ILT) presentations and facilitator materials, Assessments and knowledge checks, Engagement surveys.
- Leverage AI tools to accelerate research, brainstorming, drafting, and content development while maintaining human judgment, accuracy, and quality.
- Deliver curriculum on schedule and in accordance with project specifications.
- Participate in quality assurance (QA) reviews and edit learning materials for clarity, consistency, accuracy, and learner engagement.
- Review peer- and contractor-developed content, providing thoughtful, actionable feedback.
- Ensure all deliverables meet organizational quality standards and accessibility requirements.
- Collaborate directly with clients to understand learning needs, gather feedback, and communicate project progress.
- Support curriculum development timelines by coordinating deliverables and meeting established deadlines.
- Work effectively across multiple projects with competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Conduct train-the-trainer sessions and coach SMEs and client facilitators on effective adult learning techniques and presentation best practices.
- Support cohort-based learning programs by onboarding participants to learning platforms and providing instructional support.
- Prepare courses for publishing within Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Configure and update course content, learning paths, and related materials.
- Assist with testing and troubleshooting courses prior to launch.
- Maintain course content and implement updates as programs evolve.
Requirements
- 2 – 4 years of proven experience in Instructional Design, Education, Communications, Learning & Development, or a related field.
- Strong instructional design knowledge, including adult learning theory and learning experience design.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and content organization skills.
- Extensive experience collaborating with subject matter experts to develop educational content.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to make complex information clear and accessible to diverse audiences.
- Business minded, translating and aligning client needs into content to push forward business objectives.
- Data driven, using KPIs and metrics to drive decisions and iterate.
- Proficient with Articulate Rise and Articulate Storyline development software.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Adult Learning Theory
- Learning Experience Design
- Writing
- Editing
- Content Organization
- Collaboration with SMEs
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Collaboration Tools
- Articulate Rise
- Articulate Storyline
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Camtasia
- Multimedia Development
- Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration
- Content Management Systems
- Small business consulting
- Entrepreneurship support
- Workforce development
- Workshop facilitation
- Train-the-trainer sessions
- Instructor-led learning
- Generative AI tools
- Instructional design support
- Content development support
- Accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 Level AA)
- AI tools
Location
- Remote
- New York metro areas
Work Type
- Remote
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Specialist
Salary/Compensations
- $102,073 - $117,935
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Generous benefits packages
- 401k
- Paid parental leave
- 20 days of paid time off annually (including federal holidays, volunteer days)
- Mentorship and Sponsorship
- Annual professional development stipend
- Ample coaching
- Flexible work arrangements
- Low travel mode (during non-pandemic times)
- Social events and perks
- Office snacks
About the Company
- For more than 20 years, Next Street has strengthened small businesses for corporations, governments, and philanthropies.
- Founded in 2005, Next Street has evolved into a leading national small business solutions firm impacting over 200,000 entrepreneurs annually.
- The company provides end-to-end solutions including ecosystem assessments, strategies, resource platforms, and accelerators.
- Next Street is a certified B-corporation committed to becoming an anti-racist organization.
- Inclusivity is integral to their DNA, and their values are embedded in every aspect of their work.
Equal Opportunity
- Next Street is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
