RFP - AI Curriculum Writer

Position Title: AI Curriculum Writer (RFP)

Position Type: Contractual - (Proposed RFP fee within $25-35K range)

Location: Virtual

Deadline to apply: January 24, 2026 but will be reviewing apps on a rolling basis!

About America On Tech: 

America On Tech (AOT) is a national nonprofit preparing the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities. Since 2014, AOT has provided no-cost tech education and workforce training to students in NYC, LA, Miami, and Atlanta. AOT equips young people with in-demand skills in AI, Web Development, Data Science, and more, creating pathways to higher education and careers. To date, AOT has served 6,600+ students, facilitated 1,500+ paid internships. AOT alumni are twice as likely to attend college and five times more likely to pursue tech degrees. Learn more at www.americaontech.org

Who We Are Looking For:

AOT is seeking an experienced curriculum consultant to transform our existing 50-hour Intro to Artificial Intelligence curriculum into a flexible, train-the-trainer model that empowers educators at partner organizations to deliver high-quality AI education to underestimated youth.

This curriculum development is foundational to AOT's AI Pathways Train-the-Trainer initiative—a bold new earned revenue model that will multiply our impact nationwide. The consultant will work closely with AOT's National Director of Strategy, VP of Programs and the newly hired Community Partnerships Director, who will lead partnership development, educator training, and program implementation beginning March 2026.

Responsibilities:

Deliverable 1: Updated 50-Hour Intro to AI Curriculum

Timeline: February 18 - April 1, 2026

Transform the existing 50-hour curriculum to be:

• Modular and Flexible: Easily adapted for different implementation contexts (in-person, hybrid, virtual) across diverse partner organizations

• Self-Contained: Educators can deliver with minimal ongoing AOT support, enabling sustainable program implementation

• Pedagogically Sound: Includes detailed facilitation notes, differentiation strategies, and engagement techniques bearing in mind that some who will deliver this curriculum will NOT have technical backgrounds

• Assessment-Rich: Pre/post assessments, formative checks, project rubrics aligned with learning objectives

Specific Requirements:

• Update all 12 lessons with current AI tools, examples, and ethical considerations

• Update comprehensive educator guides for each lesson including:

  • Learning objectives and standards alignment

  • Timing and pacing recommendations

  • Facilitation notes and teaching tips

  • Common student misconceptions and how to address them

  • Discussion prompts and sample responses

  • Extension activities for advanced learners

  • Scaffolding strategies for struggling students

• Update project-based learning guides with clear rubrics

• Update student workbooks/handouts for all lessons

• Update pre/post assessments measuring AI literacy growth

• Update Google Classroom templates with all materials

• Ensure accessibility compliance (screen readers, alternative formats)

Content Areas to Address:

• AI fundamentals and terminology

• Machine learning basics

• Generative AI tools (ChatGPT, image generation, etc.)

• Data literacy and algorithmic bias

• AI ethics and responsible use

• Prompt engineering and AI evaluation

• Real-world AI applications across industries

• Career pathways in AI and adjacent fields

Deliverable 2: Train-the-Trainer Materials

Timeline: April 1 - May 31, 2026

Develop comprehensive materials for training educators to deliver the curriculum:

A. Training Academy Content (for week-long virtual intensive)

• Day-by-day agenda and session plans (5 days total)

• Presentation slides for each training session

• Hands-on practice activities for educators

• Facilitation practice protocols and observation rubrics

• AI concepts deep-dive modules

• Pedagogical approach training materials

• Differentiation and engagement strategy guides

• Classroom management for tech-based learning

• Assessment and data collection protocols

Design Note: The Community Partnerships Director will facilitate the live training sessions beginning Summer 2026. These materials must be comprehensive enough to enable successful delivery by a skilled facilitator who wasn't involved in original curriculum development.

B. Certification Materials

• Competency-based certification exam (50-75 questions & portfolio of projects)

• Answer key and scoring rubric

• Study guide for educators

• Certification standards and requirements

C. Implementation Toolkits

• Sample program schedules (various formats: after-school, summer programs, virtual/in-person)

• Technology setup guides and checklists (Google Classroom, PoE platform)

• Troubleshooting guides for common issues

• Pacing calendars for different delivery models

• Data collection and reporting templates

• Onboarding toolkit for new partner organizations

D. Ongoing Support Resources

• Office hours discussion guide and FAQs

• Educator community facilitation guide

• Peer learning activity templates

• Monthly check-in protocols

• Mid-program coaching conversation guide

• Quality monitoring and program fidelity frameworks

Design Note: The Community Partnerships Director will serve as the primary point of contact for all partner organizations throughout implementation. These resources should enable effective ongoing support and troubleshooting. All deliverables must match AOT design branding and standards of excellence.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years developing secondary or youth-focused curriculum, preferably in STEM/computer science

• Demonstrated experience creating educator professional development programs

• Strong understanding of current AI tools, concepts, and ethical considerations (formal AI credentials not required)

• Experience designing curriculum for underestimated students

• Expertise in creating valid and reliable assessments aligned with learning objectives

• Prior work with youth-serving nonprofits

• Experience with project-based learning pedagogies

• Familiarity with digital learning platforms (Google Classroom, learning management systems)

• Experience creating modular, scalable curriculum products

• Background in instructional design or educational technology

Background Check Disclosure:

Candidates must undergo a background check to ensure the safety of the youth we serve. Candidates will be informed about the background check process and will have the opportunity to discuss any relevant issues. Applicants in California will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, while also adhering to CANRA and any other state or local ordinances regarding the protection of minors.

How to apply:

Please submit your RFP proposals to

hiring@americaontech.org

https://app.trinethire.com/companies/237380-america-on-tech/jobs/115952-rfp-ai-curriculum-writer

Proposal components to include:

• Cover Letter

• Relevant Experience

• Proposed Approach

• How you'll approach each deliverable

• Pedagogical philosophy and design principles

• Quality assurance and revision process

• How you'll ensure equity and accessibility

• Collaboration and communication plan

• Work Samples you've developed (lesson plan, educator guide, assessment)

• Proposed fee (within $25-35K range)

• Two professional references with contact information

All applicants will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.