Volunteer - Curriculum Writer at Rec Room Wellness

Objective:

• The Curriculum Writer develops structured educational content for Rec Room Wellness programs, including mental wellness sessions, workshops, and retreats. This role ensures that all learning materials are evidence-based, engaging, and aligned with Rec Room Wellness’ mission and values.

Core Responsibilities

• Design and write curriculum materials for workshops, retreats, and outreach programs.
• Develop session plans, facilitator guides, and participant handouts.
• Ensure content is age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and accessible.
• Integrate wellness, mental health, and values-based education into all learning materials.
• Collaborate with facilitators, program managers, and other content creators to ensure consistency across programs.
• Research best practices in mental wellness, educational pedagogy, and community engagement.
• Update existing curriculum based on feedback, emerging research, or program evaluation results.
• Maintain alignment with Rec Room Wellness’ mission, values, and strategic objectives.
• Workflow

Content Planning:

• Receive program objectives from Wellness Programs Director.
• Identify learning outcomes for participants.
• Draft a curriculum outline for review.

Curriculum Drafting:

• Develop lesson plans, activities, and materials.
• Incorporate interactive exercises, reflections, and assessments.

Review & Feedback:

• Submit drafts for review by the Wellness Programs Director.
• Revise content based on feedback.

Finalization & Distribution:

• Prepare final curriculum packages for facilitators.
• Ensure materials are formatted and ready for both virtual and in-person delivery.

Tools & Platforms

• Google Docs 
• Collaboration tools
• Research databases and online educational resources

Tone & Style

• Clear, concise, and learner-friendly.
• Encouraging, inclusive, and supportive.
• Focused on practical application and personal growth.

Expectations

• Commitment to a minimum of 6 months, renewable by agreement.
• Attend key planning and reflection meetings.
• Deliver high-quality, accurate, and engaging content.
• Meet agreed timelines for content submission.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members and adapt to feedback.
• Ensure inclusivity, sensitivity, and accessibility in all materials.
• Uphold Rec Room Wellness’ mission, values, and focus on community transformation.