Product Design, Technical Curriculum Analyst

Per Scholas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity in the technology landscape through rigorous tech training. They are seeking a Technical Curriculum Analyst to assist in the analysis and design phases of technical training, focusing on organizing technical data into effective learning plans and supporting curriculum development.

Responsibilities:

• You will draft the first versions of lesson plans, learning objectives, and competency maps for the Director to review
• You will use AI and data from subject matter expert interviews to perform deep dive JTAs
• You will take complex technical info from experts and turn it into structured notes and high level storyboards for the development team
• You will use Gemini, ChatGPT, and other LLMs to quickly draft content, summarize long technical manuals, and build initial lesson frameworks
• You will research and build detailed shopping lists for technical labs
• You will vet equipment providers to make sure our training sites are ready and that all hardware is technically compatible
• You will keep our design library organized in Google Workspace so that all templates, blueprints, and drafts are easy for the team to find
• You will support the move from the design phase to the development phase by providing clear and organized outlines to the Curriculum Development Team via an approval process
• You will constantly look for ways to improve our library of AI prompts to make our curriculum design cycle faster and more accurate

Requirements:

• A strong understanding of the ADDIE process, Bloom's Taxonomy, and how to write measurable learning objectives
• 1 to 3 years of experience in instructional design, technical training, or a similar support role
• The ability to take highly technical subject matter and make it understandable for a learner
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment
• Strong communication skills
• Industrial Literacy: A baseline understanding of industrial environments. You should be familiar with the roles of technicians, electromechanics, or industrial coordinators
• AI Proficiency: High proficiency in using Gemini and other large language models for research, drafting, and data synthesis
• Google Workspace: Expert level use of Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for organization and presentation
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical industry experience
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills with the ability to follow through on small details
• Strong evaluation and data management skills
• You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
• You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You're excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently
• You are a life-long learner
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills
• You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly
• You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills
• You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks
• You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources
• Technical Certifications: SACA Industry 4.0 Associate, OSHA 10 or 30, or similar foundational industrial maintenance certifications
• Design Certifications: Google or Coursera Instructional Design Certificate, ATD Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD), or similar