Website Mater Dei Academy Cork (Remote), International
Content Writer & Curriculum Developer
Mater Dei Education (Ireland)
Remote | Part-Time
About Mater Dei Education
Mater Dei Education is the only classical homeschooling curriculum in Ireland, offering a complete classical liberal education for students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 10 (Junior Infants to 4th Year).
We provide families with a comprehensive curriculum, live online classes, pre-recorded lessons, and ongoing parent support. Our homeschooling families are based across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, as well as the UK, Spain, and Sweden.
Mater Dei Education is part of the Mater Dei Academy charity, which also operates a Cambridge International School with a physical campus in Cork City, Ireland. The curriculum developed for Mater Dei Education is implemented within Mater Dei Academy, ensuring strong academic continuity between homeschooling and in-school instruction.
Students enrolled in both Mater Dei Education and Mater Dei Academy follow the Cambridge pathway and sit the IGCSE examinations at the end of 4th Year. The final two years of secondary education (Grade 11 and Grade 12) are offered exclusively through Mater Dei Academy.
Position Overview
Mater Dei Education is seeking a talented, motivated, and mission-aligned Content Writer & Curriculum Developer to contribute to the continued growth and excellence of our homeschooling program. This role focuses on writing and developing high-quality curriculum materials grounded in the principles of classical liberal education, taught within a Catholic worldview.
The successful candidate will join a team of 15 skilled, young, and dynamic professionals, united by a shared desire to bring students closer to Christ through education.
For candidates who are interested, the role also offers opportunities for online teaching, including live virtual classes and/or pre-recorded lessons. Additionally, a complementary part-time role with the physical school in Cork City may be envisaged for suitable applicants.
This position is open to both Irish and international applicants.
Key Responsibilities
Write and develop lesson plans aligned with classical liberal education and the Cambridge curriculum
Create engaging, age-appropriate curriculum content for students Pre-K to 4th Year
Author and edit educational materials, including textbooks, workbooks, and supplementary resources
Collaborate closely with the Mater Dei Education and Academy teams to ensure academic and philosophical coherence
Prepare curriculum materials for digital and print publication
(Optional) Teach live online classes and/or record pre-recorded instructional lessons
Review and refine curriculum content based on feedback from families and students
Qualifications
Excellent writing skills with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and precisely
Experience with classical liberal education
Background in education, theology, philosophy, literature, or the humanities is a plus
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team
Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Teaching experience (online or in person) is an asset
What We Offer
Meaningful work in Catholic classical education
A flexible, remote working arrangement
Collaboration with a young, skilled, and mission-driven team
The opportunity to shape a curriculum used by homeschooling families and a Cambridge International School
Optional online teaching
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV, a statement of interest, and writing sample (educational or curriculum-related content preferred) to info@materdeieducation.ie. Please indicate whether you are interested in online teaching.
To apply for this job email your details to grace@materdeiacademy.ie