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What is a Professional Curriculum Designer? A professional curriculum designer is a teacher who specializes in designing curriculums and ensuring they are implemented successfully throughout a school system. This can involve everything from working together with teachers and staff to create the right system for the school, to observing live classes to see what works and what doesn’t. What Does a Professional Curriculum Designer Do? A professional curriculum designer is in charge of managing the curriculum for a school and overseeing its implementation. Here are a few of the duties a professional curriculum designer might be asked to perform: Curriculum Design: Most of a professional curriculum designer’s role involves planning and designing a school’s curriculum. This professional draws upon his or her expertise to ensure proper learning outcomes for students. This can involve analyzing students’ test data and making adjustments based on results, as well as working closely with other teachers to decide the best way to improve the quality of teaching throughout the school. Teacher Training: Part of the job may involve training or mentoring other teachers. Professional curriculum designers will help their colleagues incorporate curriculums into their teaching, or assist them in designing their own. Observing and Assisting Other Teachers: Professional curriculum designers might be asked to observe lessons to see how effective the current curriculum is. If teachers are struggling to get class content across effectively, then a professional curriculum designer can make notes and recommendations for changes. EDUCATION & BEST DEGREES How Do I Become a Professional Curriculum Designer? A Professional Curriculum Designer will need a background in education, a teaching license, years of experience, and a master’s degree. Here are the steps to take toward becoming a professional curriculum designer: Step One: Get A Bachelor’s Degree in Education Professional curriculum designers are highly-educated experts, and their knowledge starts with a bachelor’s degree in education. This phase helps professional curriculum designers learn the basics of curriculum design, teaching theory, and how to use technology in the classroom. Step Two: Get a Teacher’s License Getting certified as a teacher is the next step in becoming a professional curriculum designer. This process varies depending on the state, but can be generally broken down into four parts: Complete a course that provides a student teaching experience. Pass Praxis (a test in general and a test on one’s chosen subject of specialization). Successfully pass the criminal and professional background check. Gain experience in curriculum design skills in a real-world setting. Best Degrees for Professional Curriculum Designers An online master's degree for those who have educational experience and... How Much Does a Professional Curriculum Designer Make? $60,934 According to Glassdoor, a professional curriculum designer makes a median salary of around $60,934. Those at the lower end of the scale can be expected to make around $45,000, while a few outliers at the higher-end of the scale report salaries of up to $82,000. What Is the Projected Job Growth? 6% The US Bureau of Labor Statistics classifies PCD as Instructional Designers, and they’ve posted a 6% anticipated growth for these jobs in the 2019-2029 period. SKILLS What Skills Does a Professional Curriculum Designer Need? As well as being highly-educated and experienced, professional curriculum designers need some specialized skills to thrive in their chosen careers. Professional curriculum designers will be expected to demonstrate: Teaching skills The ability to work as part of a team Clear communication Analytical skills Expert design and planning skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Western Governors University

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