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The Curriculum and Instructional Design Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the Child Welfare Education Partnership (CWEP) by writing, designing, and developing effective online, hybrid, and in-person training for NH Division for Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) staff, caregivers and birth parents, residential providers, and other community partners. The Curriculum and Instructional Design Specialist also serves as a subject matter consultant to CWEP leadership and partner agencies, advising on learning strategies, training innovations, and curriculum design to align with system-wide goals. This position is responsible for the creation and revision of child welfare-related curricula and instructional resources, the development and facilitation of courses, and the incorporation of instructional design best practices that enhance adult learning and professional development.

Duties/Responsibilities

Curriculum Development & Instructional Design (95%)

• Develop, revise, and maintain high-quality, research- and trauma-informed curricula and training materials for child welfare professionals and caregivers.
• Apply instructional design theories and principles to create online and hybrid courses using a learning management system (e.g., Canvas).
• Ensure alignment with universal design principles and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to ensure content is current, relevant, and aligned with program goals.
• Design and incorporate knowledge checks, assessments, and multimedia learning objects into curriculum.
• Format curricula for both online and face-to-face delivery.

(5%)

• Participate in statewide DCYF initiatives, conferences, and community events such as the NH DCYF Caregiver Conference, Youth Summit, and DCYF Conference.
• Work with CWEP, DCYF, and university stakeholders to align training goals with contract requirements.
• Serve on program-related committees and task forces.
• Assist with ongoing program evaluation, needs assessments, and improvement planning.
• Maintain documentation, websites, and shared resources.

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Services, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 – 5 years of progressive experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or adult education, preferably in child welfare or human services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional systems design, and trauma-informed instructional practices.
• Strong writing, instructional, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate adult learning across delivery formats.
• Experience with LMS platforms (preferably Canvas), multimedia authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise), and web conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience teaching in both online and face-to-face settings.
• Familiarity with the child welfare system in New Hampshire or similar settings is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel statewide; some evening and weekend work required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing federally funded training initiatives or working within grant-funded program structures.
• Knowledge of HTML and web design principles.
• Demonstrated success in program evaluation and training impact assessment.
• Proven ability to translate complex or abstract concepts into accessible, practical curricula.

Applicant instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. 

About University of New Hampshire

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Location:

Manchester

Salary Grade:

Exempt Staff 18