Sr. L&D Curriculum Developer

Summary of Job Description:

The Sr. Curriculum Development Specialist is responsible for curriculum development, instructional design, and education. This role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of innovative and effective learning programs. The Sr. Curriculum Development Specialist will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, Training Managers, and other stakeholders to create engaging, learner-centered curriculum that aligns with organizational goals.

You’ll get a chance to:

• Responsible the research and development of curriculum using the ADDIE Module to determine the effectiveness of L&D training programs for both Operations and Support Center associates.
• Assist in identifying appropriate key performance indicators (KPI) to assess individual GO and SC courses both for their content and training methodology.
• Track associates through the courses to determine the impact of training on their job performance based on KPI and career progression.
• Lead focus groups with stakeholders and PRG associates to gather data for curriculum design content.
• Conduct continuous research studies on new course materials and training techniques, benchmarking best practices.
• Work with Director of Curriculum Development, Subject Matter Experts and Training Managers on updating and standardizing training materials and improving existing training content and methods based on benchmark data on best practices as well as participant feedback.
• Research and designing UOP courses and learning offerings.
• Maps learning curriculum to competencies for each job; supports efforts to maintain and update curriculum as needed to match business needs, metrics, and learner feedback.
• Conduct training programs and facilitate group sessions as assigned.
• Work with project manager on completing external recognition and rewards applications and serve as administrator of the application process with external organizations.

How we reward you:

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

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Your background and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional/Curriculum Design, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or a related field.
• Experience in leading curriculum projects from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated experience working with Subject Matter Experts and cross- functional teams
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

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Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,000 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

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Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age and any other basis protected by the laws which apply where we operate. Panda provides accommodations for disabilities and religious observance purposes as required by law.