Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. May train and coach teachers. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.
SOC: 25-9031.00
Common Job Titles
Curriculum Coordinator
Curriculum and Instruction Director
Instructional Designer
Instructional Technologist
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeDesign instructional materials and curricula aligned with educational standards using learning management systems and authoring tools, incorporating current pedagogical research.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate professional development strategies and implementation plans addressing identified teacher competency needs and emerging educational technologies.
Advanced
KnowledgeSynthesize curriculum frameworks across multiple subject areas to create interdisciplinary learning experiences that meet diverse educational standards.
Advanced
MindsetModel collaborative instructional design practices and continuous improvement mindset when leading curriculum development teams and mentoring novice educators.
Advanced
KnowledgeEvaluate educational programs and teacher performance against curriculum objectives through classroom observation and data analysis, ensuring compliance with state standards.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate adult learning principles with educator development needs when coaching teachers and leading professional development workshops.
Proficient
KnowledgeAnalyze student performance data and assessment results to identify curriculum gaps and recommend instructional improvements across grade levels.
Proficient
KnowledgeDevelop technology-integrated lesson plans and digital learning resources using multimedia authoring software and content management systems for diverse learner populations.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate evidence-based instructional practices and differentiated learning strategies when consulting with administrators and interdisciplinary educational teams.
Proficient
Hands-onDemonstrate mastery instructional technology tools and learning management platforms while training educators on digital content creation and interactive teaching methods.
Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Instructional Coordinators (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
210,850
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $46,560. 25th percentile: U.S. $59,120. 50th percentile: U.S. $74,720. 75th percentile: U.S. $94,780. 90th percentile: U.S. $115,410. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$46,560
10% of workers earn the following or more
$115,410
Workers on average earn
$77,600
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Education and Training4.8/5
English Language4.3/5
Administration and Management3.8/5
Mathematics3.7/5
Computers and Electronics3.6/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
