Curriculum Specialist

Note: This job position is remote – ideally based in the New York metro areas with ability to be in the NY office a few times a month for team and company meetings. For more than 20 years, corporations, governments, and philanthropies have hired Next Street to strengthen the small businesses they rely on. Founded in 2005 as a Boston-based consultancy advising a selection of small local businesses, Next Street has evolved into the leading national small business solutions firm impacting more than 200,000 entrepreneurs across the country each year. We maintain our unwavering commitment and specialized expertise in small business support on behalf of our clients. Over the years, our work has impacted more than 4 million small businesses, connecting them with more than 50,000 hours of advisory services, $6 billion in capital and $10 billion in contracts. Today, we provide end-to-end solutions — from ecosystem assessments and strategies to resource platforms and accelerators — for these clients to propel the small businesses in their communities and supply chains. Our solutions ultimately help small businesses, whether they are solo entrepreneurs or advanced suppliers, to unlock new revenue, build wealth, and reinvest in their communities. We believe that with the right support, America's small business owners will be the engines driving new economic growth across the country. Next Street is a certified B-corporation that is committed to becoming an anti-racist organization to represent the small businesses we strive to serve. Through this commitment, inclusivity is integral to our DNA, and our values are embedded in every aspect of our work. Join us, and together, we will live into our values , pursue fulfilling careers, and transform our society. Why this Role? Next Street is looking for a passionate and innovative Curriculum Specialist to design and develop engaging, high-quality learning experiences that help small business owners build practical skills and achieve measurable outcomes. Working closely with clients, subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and project managers, this role supports the end-to-end curriculum development process—from needs assessment and learning objectives through content creation, quality assurance, and course publishing. The ideal candidate combines strong instructional design expertise with exceptional writing, organization, and collaboration skills. They are comfortable translating complex topics into accessible, engaging learning experiences across a variety of formats while managing multiple projects and maintaining a high standard of quality. Your work will consist of… Curriculum Design & Development Support all phases of curriculum development, from discovery through final delivery. Assess client needs and translate business goals into measurable learning objectives. Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop course outlines, identify required content, perform topic research, and gather supporting resources. Apply instructional design principles and adult learning best practices to create engaging, user-centered experiences. Design and develop learning assets including: Interactive eLearning courses Storyboards Video and voiceover scripts Participant worksheets and job aids Instructor-led training (ILT) presentations and facilitator materials Assessments and knowledge checks Engagement surveys Leverage AI tools to accelerate research, brainstorming, drafting, and content development while —while keeping human judgment, accuracy, and quality at the center of the course-creation process. Content Quality & Accessibility Deliver curriculum on schedule and in accordance with project specifications. Participate in quality assurance (QA) reviews and edit learning materials for clarity, consistency, accuracy, and learner engagement, incorporating feedback and refining content as needed. Review peer- and contractor-developed content, providing thoughtful, actionable feedba…