K–G5 ELA Curriculum Developer

Think Academy U.S

. Identify students' reading and writing difficulties, learning needs, and instructional challenges based on U.S.

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • ChinaMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,000 - $81,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing ELA curricula aligned with CCSS and U.S. state assessments, focusing on reading comprehension and writing instruction. Strong ability to analyze student needs and develop engaging instructional materials that enhance literacy development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Elementary ELA Teaching ExperienceCurriculum Design and DevelopmentReading Comprehension and Writing InstructionFamiliarity with CCSS and U.S. AssessmentsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Curriculum Framework DesignLesson Plan DevelopmentLiteracy Skill ProgressionsAssessment DevelopmentText Selection and Analysis

Soft Skills

Collaboration with TeachersCommunication SkillsFeedback Analysis

Tools & Technologies

MAP GrowthI-Ready

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Industry Keywords

U.S. Classroom PracticesLiteracy DevelopmentCommon Reading and Writing DifficultiesEdTech Curriculum Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify students' reading and writing difficulties, learning needs, and instructional challenges based on U.S. classroom experience
Design ELA curriculum frameworks, skill progressions, learning objectives, and lesson plans aligned with CCSS and U.S. instructional practices
Develop engaging and effective online small-group lessons emphasizing reading-to-writing integration, meaningful student practice, and measurable learning outcomes
Select, create, adapt, and review literary and informational texts, including mentor texts
Develop reading and writing materials, instructional activities, and assessments
Ensure curriculum alignment with MAP Growth, i-Ready, and U.S. state ELA assessments
Communicate curriculum design principles, learning objectives, and instructional strategies to teachers
Gather and analyze classroom feedback to improve lesson design and student learning outcomes
Collaborate with curriculum, product, and teaching teams on implementation, consistency, and teacher training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience teaching elementary ELA in U.S. schools, preferably Grades 1–5
Strong understanding of U.S. classroom practices, literacy development, and students' common reading and writing difficulties
Proven ability to independently design effective, engaging, and well-structured ELA curricula and lessons
Strong knowledge of reading comprehension, writing instruction, literacy skill progressions, and evidence-based instructional practices
Ability to select and analyze high-quality texts and identify effective examples of author's craft
Strong communication skills and ability to work with teachers and cross-functional teams
Excellent written English skills, including writing, editing, and evaluating U.S. elementary ELA curriculum materials professionally
Familiarity with CCSS, MAP Growth, i-Ready, and U.S. state ELA assessments
Bachelor's degree or higher in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, English, or a related field
Candidates willing to relocate to Beijing will be given preference
Experience with U.S. K–12 publishers, textbook development, or EdTech curriculum development is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Opportunities to collaborate with international teams and contribute to global business initiatives
A clear career path, with opportunities to grow from content marketing into user acquisition and future marketing leadership
Meaningful ownership, mentorship, and the chance to work with people who are passionate about education
Target annual bonus equivalent to 1–2.5 months of base salary