Content Strategist

ZERO TO THREE

. Lead planning, alignment, and lifecycle management of content for the National Center on Early Development, Teaching and Learning.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $83,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in content strategy and curriculum development within early childhood education, with a strong focus on Head Start practices and evidence-based resources. Capable of translating research and policy into actionable guidance while ensuring accessibility and adaptability across diverse settings.

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Content Strategy DevelopmentCurriculum DevelopmentHead Start/Early Head Start KnowledgeResearch TranslationCollaboration and Facilitation Skills

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Hard Skills

Content Lifecycle ManagementEvidence-Based PracticesData AnalysisContent Review and RevisionImplementation Science

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationCollaborationFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

HeadStart.govResource Portals

Industry Keywords

Early Childhood EducationFederal FrameworksAdult Learning PrinciplesTTA (Training and Technical Assistance)Field Trends Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, alignment, and lifecycle management of content for the National Center on Early Development, Teaching and Learning.
Develop and oversee a comprehensive content strategy and content lifecycle framework from ideation through evaluation.
Ensure content is consistent with Head Start practices and ACF/OHS priorities.
Ensure content is research- and evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate, reflective of best practice, and grounded in implementation science.
Translate research and policy into clear, actionable guidance for leaders, teachers, home visitors, and TTA providers.
Monitor emerging research, policy updates, and field trends to inform content development and updates.
Partner with subject matter experts, other National Centers, contractors, and OHS for cross-disciplinary alignment.
Identify overlap and connections across topic areas on HeadStart.gov and other OHS-supported resource portals.
Establish adult-learning-focused and practice-based content guidelines.
Ensure materials are accessible, scalable, and adaptable across program options and contexts.
Work with the Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance on content review, revision, and approval.
Incorporate feedback loops and outcome data into content refinement with evaluation and data teams.
Identify content gaps, prioritize updates, and inform future development using data and implementation feedback.
Serve as a strategic thought partner to National Center leadership and OHS.
Coordinate with content creators, National Centers, and communication contractors to promote alignment and reduce duplication.
Contribute to federal reporting, planning, and strategic documents.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in content strategy, curriculum development, or systems-level TTA within early childhood serving systems.
Strong understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start, federal frameworks, and evidence-based practices.
Experience translating research and policy into practical, field-facing resources.
Excellent collaboration, facilitation, and written communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, public health, family studies, education, or a related field.
Ability to work with content for HeadStart.gov and other resource portals supported by OHS.
Ability to work across urban, rural, and tribal settings.
Ability to use a computer keyboard and read a computer screen; ability to remain seated for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to communicate verbally and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HRA
Retirement contributions
Generous leave benefits