Curriculum Writer

CLOSED FOR SUBMISSIONS - REVIEWING APPLICATIONS The Birmingham Bar Foundation (BBF) invites qualified educators, curriculum developers, and subject-matter experts to submit proposals to update and enhance its Resolve to Solve conflict resolution curriculum. Resolve to Solve is an established educational program designed to equip students with practical skills to understand, manage, and resolve conflict. The current curriculum, originally structured as a multi-session, interactive training with facilitator guidance, focuses on key areas such as understanding conflict, communication styles, and social conflict, including on social media. Project Goals The selected consultant will update the Resolve to Solve curriculum to: • Align with middle school audiences (grades 6–8) • Incorporate current and emerging sources of conflict, including: o Social media and digital communication o Peer pressure and group dynamics o Bullying and cyberbullying o Identity, inclusion, and emotional regulation • Maintain an interactive, engaging, and practical format • Strengthen measurable outcomes related to: o Conflict recognition o Communication skills o Problem-solving and decision-making • Ensure the curriculum remains accessible for volunteer facilitators, including attorneys and community members