Curriculum Writer Job Description

(as of May 2026)

Job Summary

Dancing Panda is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven freelance Curriculum Writer to create and review joyful, standards-aligned learning content for families with children in grades PreK–5. We are hiring one freelancer, and we have a particular interest in candidates with upper elementary experience.

About Dancing Panda

Dancing Panda partners with U.S. schools and school districts to deliver curriculum-aligned, month-long text campaigns to parents and families with kids in grades PreK–5 with easy and joyful learning activities that families can do together. Activities can be done in 5–10 minutes, require few or no materials, and reinforce classroom learning while giving parents and families insight into what their kids are learning at school. Dancing Panda offers learning activities in 7 subjects: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Music, Arts, and Wellness — all aligned to the school's learning goals and state education standards. Learn more at www.dancingpanda.com.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Create and review joyful, standards-aligned learning content, including mini-lesson plans and supporting resources for parents and caregivers

  • Work collaboratively with the Founder & CEO and other curriculum writers to develop content

Qualifications, Skills, and Mindsets

  • A commitment to Dancing Panda's mission and focus on family and school engagement

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred

  • Elementary teaching experience preferred

  • At least 5 years of experience, either in the classroom or supporting teachers in the classroom

  • Experience with best practices in PreK–5 curriculum development, including scope and sequence, lesson planning, and standards alignment across multiple states and curricula

  • Experience creating culturally responsive learning materials

  • Experience engaging effectively with families preferred

  • Experience working with education AI and generative AI tools preferred

  • Experience creating content for parents and caregivers a plus

  • Familiarity with subjects including ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Music, Arts, and Wellness, including Physical Education and Social and Emotional Development

  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written

  • Strong organizational and project management skills

  • Entrepreneurial mindset and/or experience with entrepreneurial projects or organizations is a plus

Structure and Compensation
This work will be done on a project basis, with the potential for additional projects. Pay is negotiable depending on experience. Remote and flexible working hours.

To Apply
Please email Hello@DancingPandaPal.com with your resume and a lesson plan work sample. Please include your gender pronouns and a brief note about why you're interested in this opportunity. Use the subject line "Curriculum Writer Application – [Your Name]" (e.g., Curriculum Writer Application – Jane Doe).