Curriculum Writer at Simformotion LLC

Simformotion™ LLC, a global simulation training company, is looking for a curriculum writer/developer. The successful candidate will provide ongoing planning, writing, implementation and management of a curriculum based on heavy equipment simulators used for operator training. The candidate will maintain and aid development of the learning experience, following an established format and assist in creation of products with a blended learning approach of classroom and simulation training. The candidate will train clients on how to use the curriculum in their organizations’ heavy equipment operator training programs. Ideal candidate will hold a teaching license.  

Responsibilities

• Learn heavy equipment simulation product lines.
• Work with schools and private industry clients.
• Know and/or learn heavy equipment simulators to effectively develop, coordinate and write companion curriculum or other training materials to meet requirements.
• Create, update and edit schedules and timelines for instructor use in simulator and curriculum combined program.   
• Efficiently work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), beta testers or client users to extract information required to develop or edit training materials.
• Develop, create or edit curriculums and other relevant content for use on an LMS platform.
  1. Create original assets from raw source content in Construction, Mining, Forestry or Agriculture equipment (operator, machine, product group).
  2. Write corresponding assessments and tests to effectively measure knowledge gained against curriculum lessons and learning objectives.
  3. Train clients on how to integrate curriculum into their heavy equipment operator programs. Must be comfortable working over Teamsoom meetings with clients most of the time.
  4. Write case studies, articles and white papers based on training outcomes.
• Meet all assigned deadlines and manage all associated schedules and processes.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates:
• thorough understanding of all relevant academic content standards in secondary or post-secondary education and/or vocational/technical heavy equipment operator training.
• current or increasing content knowledge for assigned simulator projects.
• willingness and ease of becoming familiar with and applying knowledge of industry research.
• Comfortable with technology and learning new technology.
• Possesses:
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office products.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills.
• Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Familiar with secondary and post-secondary curriculum design.
• Heavy equipment or machine knowledge a plus.
• Self-starter willing to research topics relevant to target products and industries.
• Ability to work alone or with team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Assessment, Curriculum Instruction and/or Design; licensed educator preferred.
• Operator experience a plus but not required.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and practices to include: secondary and post-secondary learning theories and academic content standards, interactive training and learning design, distance learning, instructor-led training, evaluation methods and version control.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously and accomplish results while meeting deadlines and budget.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Remote/Bi-Remote position.

This is a remote position (work from home) within two hours of Peoria, Illinois. (Position will be required to come to the office for training and some meetings each month). Salary is based on experience. Benefits include 401k, health insurance, paid holidays and paid time off.  Don't miss the opportunity to join a great team in a fun, casual work environment. This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. 

Simformotion™ LLC hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or disability. An Equal Opportunity Employer.