Content Strategist

The role

The Content Strategist leads planning, alignment, and lifecycle management of content for the National Center on Early Development, Teaching and Learning. The role makes sure training, technical assistance, resources, and learning experiences are evidence-based and useful to Head Start and Early Head Start programs, including content published on HeadStart.gov.

What you will do

• Develop and oversee a content strategy and content lifecycle framework from ideation to evaluation
• Ensure content is research- and evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with Head Start practices and ACF/OHS priorities
• Translate research and policy into clear, actionable guidance for leaders, teachers, home visitors and TTA providers
• Monitor emerging research, policy updates, and field trends to inform content updates
• Partner with subject matter experts, National Centers, contractors and OHS to align content and prevent silos
• Set guidelines so content is adult-learning focused, practice-based, accessible and adaptable across urban, rural and tribal settings
• Work with the Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance on content review, revision and approval
• Use evaluation data and implementation feedback to identify gaps and prioritize updates
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to National Center leadership and OHS on content priorities
• Contribute to federal reporting, planning and strategic documents; perform other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in content strategy, curriculum development, or systems-level TTA within early childhood serving systems
• Strong understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start, federal frameworks, and evidence-based practices
• Experience translating research and policy into practical, field-facing resources
• Excellent collaboration, facilitation, and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, public health, family studies, education, or a related field
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and read a computer screen for extended periods
• Ability to sit for extended periods, perform repetitive motions, and reach for objects
• Ability to hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information
• Close vision for data preparation or analysis, and expansive reading

Nice to have

• Master's degree

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HRA
• Retirement contributions
• Generous leave benefits
• Comprehensive benefits package

Before you apply

• Due to high application volume, individual feedback on application status is not provided; selected candidates will be contacted by the hiring team

About the company

ZERO TO THREE, founded in 1977, works to ensure babies and toddlers have a strong start in life through early connections critical to their well-being and development. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer.