French Curriculum Developer & Project Coordinator

Company Description

Best Brains Learning Centers is an academic enrichment program serving students ages 3–14. Headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois, Best Brains offers programs in Math, English, Abacus, Coding, French, and standardized test preparation, with locations across the United States and Canada. Our programs are designed to strengthen academic skills, develop critical thinking, and help students become confident, independent learners. For more information, visit bestbrains.com.

Role Description

Best Brains is seeking a French Curriculum Developer & Project Coordinator to join our curriculum development team at our Arlington Heights headquarters. This is a full-time, in-office position. This role focuses on developing, editing, and improving French curriculum materials for students in Grades K–8. The ideal candidate will have experience in early elementary and elementary education, a strong understanding of instructional design, and the ability to develop engaging, developmentally appropriate learning materials. Responsibilities include creating and reviewing curriculum resources. The position requires strong proficiency in Canadian French and English, careful attention to instructional quality, and effective collaboration with the curriculum team. In addition to French curriculum development, this position offers opportunities to expand into project coordination and management, including supporting curriculum initiatives across other academic subjects and programs.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development & Instructional Design

• Develop, write, and revise French curriculum materials for students in Grades K–8, with particular attention to early elementary and elementary grade levels.
• Create engaging, age-appropriate student activities, worksheets, reading passages, assessments, and other instructional resources.
• Develop and edit teacher lesson plans, instructional scripts, and classroom activities aligned with established learning objectives.
• Apply instructional design principles, including scaffolding, differentiated instruction, and grade-level learning expectations.
• Ensure curriculum materials support the development of listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar skills.

Editing & Proofreading

• Write, edit, and proofread instructional materials in Canadian French and English.
• Review curriculum content for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and developmental appropriateness.
• Evaluate activities for instructional effectiveness, student engagement, and alignment with curriculum objectives.
• Review document formatting, answer keys, and instructional materials to maintain established quality standards.
• Incorporate feedback and collaborate with team members to refine and improve curriculum materials.

Project Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate with curriculum team members.
• Help organize project timelines, track deliverables, coordinate revisions, and maintain curriculum documentation.
• Support the implementation of curriculum development processes.
• Take on increasing project coordination and management responsibilities.
• Contribute to developing, editing, and coordinating curriculum projects beyond the French program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, French, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken French, including knowledge of Canadian French language conventions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience teaching, developing curriculum for, or creating instructional materials for early childhood or elementary-aged students.
• Strong understanding of child development, instructional design, grade-level expectations, and age-appropriate teaching practices.
• Experience writing, editing, or reviewing educational content, including lesson plans, student activities, or assessments.
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and familiarity with document formatting and instructional material development.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to contribute to curriculum initiatives outside of French and develop additional project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Classroom teaching experience, particularly in Grades K–6.
• Experience with French Immersion programs, Canadian education, or French-language curriculum development.
• Familiarity with curriculum mapping, scope and sequence, and literacy development across grade levels.
• Experience developing print-based educational materials, including student booklets, assessments, and teacher resources.
• Experience coordinating curriculum projects or managing content development timelines.
• Familiarity with educational technology and AI-assisted curriculum development tools.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative curriculum professional with strong instructional judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to developing high-quality educational materials. The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and interested in growing into broader curriculum development and project management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person – Arlington Heights, IL.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Language:

• French (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Arlington Heights, IL 60005 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000