Content Developer

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Curriculum Content Creator specialising in Foundation Phase education (Grades R-3) with strong expertise in Sesotho. The successful candidate will design, develop, and review high-quality, CAPS-aligned learning materials that promote literacy, numeracy, and holistic development in early learners.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop CAPS-aligned curriculum content for Foundation Phase (Grades R-3) in Sesotho.
• Create lesson plans, worksheets, assessments, readers, and teacher guides.
• Design age-appropriate literacy activities (phonics, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, writing skills).
• Integrate numeracy concepts using Sesotho as the language of learning and teaching where required.
• Ensure content promotes inclusive education and accommodates diverse learning needs.
• Adapt materials for print and digital platforms.
• Conduct quality assurance and content reviews to ensure linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance.
• Collaborate with subject advisors, instructional designers, and illustrators.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent qualification.
• Specialization in Sesotho.
• Minimum 3-5 years of teaching experience in Foundation Phase.
• Strong knowledge of CAPS curriculum requirements.
• Excellent written and spoken Sesotho proficiency.
• Strong English proficiency (for bilingual content development).
• Experience in curriculum development or educational publishing (advantageous).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Deep understanding of early literacy development.
• Creativity in developing engaging learning materials.
• Strong instructional design skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and contextual awareness.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Digital literacy (Google Workspace, MS Office; e-learning platforms advantageous).

Preferred

• Experience in educational publishing.
• Knowledge of inclusive education strategies.
• Ability to develop multimedia learning resources.
• Experience as a Subject Advisor will be an advantage