How do I make the transition from teaching in the classroom to a career in curriculum development?

Question

I have been teaching for three years, but I want to move into curriculum development. I have a masters of education in curriculum and development and am very interested in transitioning completely to curriculum development, but I am not quite sure how to do that.

Answer 1

First, look for internal promotion opportunities. Could you become the head of the X department within your current school or at a new school in your district? In that position, you would be able to take on some curriculum leadership responsibilities while staying in the classroom. Once you've demonstrated that kind of initiative, jobs outside the classroom from the Board/Ministry of Education and/or the school district would be more within your reach. Those jobs are normally advertised in trade newsletters and on the websites of the respective agencies.

Answer 2

Well it seems like you have the experience that is required as well as the education. I would start by looking in the paper for jobs that focus on curriculum development. Job placement centers are also good avenues to expand your job prospects. You can also research your state's education website and I am sure that you can find valuable information there to help you.

I wish you luck in your pursuit.

Answer 3

start looking for a job that is in curriculum at a school level such as literacy or math coach or at the district level or state level...some states have online job openings posted on their websites for school districts in that state...good luck

Answer 4

Check with and apply with your state department of education for a career change of this type. I am sure there would be someone there to help guide you in that direction.

Best of luck to you!

Answer 5

just imagine teaching for another three years.