School Curriculum Specialist Jobs in Fairfax, VA

A School Curriculum Specialist is an integral part of school administration who is tasked with developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum programs for schools. They work closely with teachers and education administrators to identify educational needs, set learning goals, and establish policies and standards. They also play a key role in ensuring that the curriculum aligns with mandated learning benchmarks and standards. The curriculum specialist will often lead teacher training sessions, review and select textbooks and other educational materials, and advise on instructional methodologies.

Important skills for a School Curriculum Specialist include strong communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and a deep understanding of educational theories and practices. They should have a strong knowledge of curriculum design and development, pedagogical methods, and assessment techniques. A master's degree in education or a related field is typically required, and some states may require a specific certification in curriculum and instruction. Prior roles a person might have before becoming a School Curriculum Specialist could include Classroom Teacher, Department head, or Instructional Coordinator.

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Instructional Designer

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

Experience with web design tools, Articulate Storyline, InDesign, Xyleme, Photoshop, Illustrator, and video editing software is highly preferred....

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

MissionArchbishop Carroll High School is a Catholic, college preparatory, co-educational school that welcomes young people and empowers them in an academically rigorous, diverse, and supportive...

Exploratory Academic Advisor

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Department: Academic Affairs Classification: Education Support Spec 3 Job Category: Classified Staff Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk) Location: Fairfax, VA...

Senior Instructional Designer

  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are** - Northwest Center has been a vendor at Amazon for over 20 years. The Northwest Center at Amazon division has grown to over 360 employees, providing a wide variety of customer service...

Exploratory Academic Advisor George Mason University

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 1 day ago

Department: Academic Affairs Classification: Education Support Spec 3 Job Category: Classified Staff Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk) Location: Fairfax, VA...

Instructional Designer

  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview BRMi is seeking a Instructional Designer to plan and manage instructional design projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization. Develop instructional...

Instructional Designer in Winchester or Vienna, VA(Hybrid)

  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Instructional Designer in Winchester or Vienna, VA(Hybrid) TECHNOGEN, Inc. is a Proven Leader in providing full IT Services, Software Development and Solutions for 15 years. TECHNOGEN is a Small &...

Instructional Designer

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview FWI is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced part-time Instructional Designer to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to design and deliver high-quality...

Instructional Systems Designer

  • McLean, VA (15 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • McLean, VA (15 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to...

Instructional Systems Designer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 3 days ago

**Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?** _Unleash your potential_ _at Leidos,_ where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are...

FY26: Instructional Specialist, Title I, Central Office, 1.0 FTE

  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience as a member of a School Improvement planning team....

FY26: Instructional Specialist, Accelerated and Enriched Instruction, Central Office, 1.0 FTE

  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Education Training Experience: Masters degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis on teaching, school leadership, curriculum, and/or instruction....

Intern - Year Round (Security Training Instructional Designer)

  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (12 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview To plan and manage instructional design projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization. Develop instructional courses tailored to meet the desired...

eLearning Instructional Designer

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago

eLearning Instructional Designer Alexandria, VA, USA Req #436 Friday, May 9, 2025 **Koniag IT Systems, LLC** a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an eLearning Instructional Designer to...

P&C Business Insurance Curriculum Designer, Developer and Trainer

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Director Training and Dev - TD07BE Were determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every...

Demographic Data for Fairfax, VA

Moving to Fairfax, VA? Find some basic demographic data about Fairfax, VA below.


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School Curriculum Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Curriculum and Culture in Secondary Schools
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Salary for School Curriculum Specialist Jobs in Fairfax, VA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Highest Education Level

School Curriculum Specialists in Fairfax, VA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Doctorate Degree
18.2%
High School or GED
2.7%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Curriculum Specialists in Fairfax, VA
2-4 years
32.4%
6-8 years
28.3%
4-6 years
16.8%
1-2 years
11.0%
None
11.0%
10+ years
0.3%
Less than 1 year
0.1%



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