Curriculum Specialist

Description

Girls Inc. is a network of local organizations that works with schools and in communities across the United States and Canada. Through direct service and advocacy, Girls Inc. equips girls with the knowledge and skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world. Professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, supportive spaces, and research-informed programming that address the challenges girls face and are proven to help them succeed.

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Strengthen the HQ organization so it provides the most effective and efficient support and resources to Affiliates.

The Program Services Department is responsible for supporting girl programming across the Girls Inc. Network of Affiliates that ensures delivery of a high-quality, relevant, and transformative Girls Inc. Experience. The department supports affiliate program teams and other local and HQ staff with resources and technical assistance related to the comprehensive Girls Inc. Experience, including understanding and implementing appropriate service delivery models, ensuring program quality, and assisting in growing the number of girls.

A Curriculum Specialist will work with and for the Girls Inc. affiliates, crafting engaging and impactful program content. As a member of the Program Services Department, the Curriculum Specialist will lead designated projects and program areas within the context and framework of creating, supporting, and sustaining a Girls Inc. Experience with impact for school-age cisgender girls and young women, transgender girls, and nonbinary individuals.

Assigned program focus areas will vary over time and be determined with consideration of expertise, experience, and skills.

• Lead all aspects of work assignments to successfully complete deliverables within the designated timeline. Create and use detailed work plans that outline tasks and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with department staff to conceptualize, write, and design written program materials and web-based content consistent with the Girls Inc. Mission and priorities, while maintaining standards and criteria for development, design, and assessment.
• Work with the Program Services team to identify program objectives, target audience, and key messaging, in alignment with the overarching Girls Inc. goals, priorities, and outcomes for girls.
• Research and gather relevant information to inform program content, including best practices, trends, and youth development principles.
• · Write clear, concise, and engaging program materials, such as lesson plans, activity guides, handouts, and presentations.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and subject matter experts to refine and improve program content.
• Engage HQ and affiliate staff, girls, and external subject matter experts in advisory roles in the program and resource development processes as often as practical and feasible.
• Collaborate with Research and Evaluation staff around surveys, program evaluation, and data collection.
• Work directly with Girls Inc. affiliate staff in understanding and completing projects, initiatives, pilots, and training opportunities. Manage all details, including promotion of opportunities, affiliate engagement, communications, support, developing and procuring contractual agreements, and working with consultants, and leading meetings
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in youth development, education, and programming.
• Work with Program…