RFP - AI Curriculum Writer
About the position
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.
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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
Requirements
• 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
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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.
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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
Requirements
• 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
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