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How an instructional coordinator can use AI, task by task

O*NET 25-9031.00: Instructional CoordinatorsMedian pay $77,440/year (BLS, May 2025)30 tasksJob Zone 5: Extensive preparation

Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. May train and coach teachers. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.

Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Curriculum and Instruction Director, Curriculum Coordinator, Curriculum Director, Curriculum Specialist, Education Specialist, Instructional Designer, Instructional Systems Specialist, Instructional Technologist, Learning Development Specialist, Program Administrator.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 22%AI-assist 56%Stays human 21%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 8 AI-ready, 17 AI-assist and 5 human-led tasks out of 30. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork
Thinking & planning
People & communication
Leading & teaching
Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🔒 Many of these tasks involve people's information. Remove names and identifying details before using AI, or use only a tool your employer has approved.

AI can draft these 8

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.

AI drafts lesson plans, quizzes and practice scenarios.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 31% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft lesson plans, training outlines, quizzes and practice scenarios in minutes. You shape them around your learners and your standards.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course or unit: [subject, level]
What learners should be able to do: [rough goals]

Write measurable learning objectives using clear verbs, and an assessment idea for each. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Write learning objectives

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you define instructional.
Step 2Fill in [Course or unit] and your rough goals in [What learners should be able to do].
Step 3Share them with learners at the start of the unit.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

O*NET work activity: Develop instructional objectives..

Design instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 56% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to design instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Platform: [LMS, website]

Plan a module structure, multimedia pieces and accessibility checks. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Online course materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you design instructional aids.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Platform] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check accessibility (captions, alt text) before publishing.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Create technology-based learning materials.. Also involves: Develop instructional materials..

Design learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 65% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to design learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Platform: [LMS, website]

Plan a module structure, multimedia pieces and accessibility checks. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Online course materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you design learning products.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Platform] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check accessibility (captions, alt text) before publishing.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Create technology-based learning materials..

Develop instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts, or examinations.

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 54% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to develop instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts, or examinations.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Need: [syllabus, assignment, handout]

Draft the material with clear objectives and grading criteria. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Course materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop instructional materials.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Need] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Develop instructional materials..

Develop master course documentation or manuals according to applicable accreditation, certification, or other requirements.

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 54% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to develop master course documentation or manuals according to applicable accreditation, certification, or other requirements.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Need: [syllabus, assignment, handout]

Draft the material with clear objectives and grading criteria. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Course materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop master course documentation or manuals.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Need] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Develop instructional materials..

Edit instructional materials, such as books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides, and tests.

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 60% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to edit instructional materials, such as books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides, and tests.

Context: We use Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft SharePoint.
Publication: [brochure, newsletter, report]
Draft: [paste]

Tighten the copy, suggest headlines and layout notes. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Edit a publication

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you edit instructional materials.
Step 2Fill in [Publication] and [Draft] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every fact, name and number against your source before it goes anywhere.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

O*NET work activity: Edit documents..

Prepare grant proposals, budgets, and program policies and goals or assist in their preparation.

A few times a year

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 35% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to prepare grant proposals, budgets, and program policies and goals or assist in their preparation.

Context: We use Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft SharePoint.
Funder and call: [paste guidelines]
Project: [aims, methods, budget notes]

Draft the specific aims and narrative sections to the funder's structure, flagging gaps with [CHECK]. Use plain language and headings where they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Grant proposal draft

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare grant proposals and budgets.
Step 2Fill in [Funder and call] and [Project] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every requirement in the funder's guidelines and verify citations. Recompute every total yourself.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Double-check every number. AI can make arithmetic and rounding mistakes.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Write grant proposals..

Prepare or approve manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts.

A few times a year

AI turns complex material into plain-language handouts.

Show prompt & steps

AI is great at turning complicated material into plain-language guides, handouts, FAQs and how-tos for a specific audience. You check it's accurate.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to prepare or approve manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts.

Context: We use Seesaw and Kahoot!; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Materials: [periodicals, references, tutoring resources]
Users: [students, patrons]

Suggest an organization scheme and labels. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Organize learning or reference materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you prepare or approve manuals, guidelines and reports.
Step 2Fill in [Materials] and [Users] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Try it with a user and adjust.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 3.5/5 · O*NET work activity: Organize informational materials..

AI can help you prep these 17

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.

Monthly

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Role: [tutor, technician, clerk]
Skills needed: [describe]

Plan training and a buddy system. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Train volunteers or staff

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences.
Step 2Fill in [Role] and [Skills needed] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Swap one AI example for a real story from your own work. Real stories are what people remember.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Train staff members..

Advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.

Monthly

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 26% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.

Context: We use Hypertext markup language HTML and JavaScript; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Topic: [curriculum, methods, policy]
Audience: [educators, government]

Write recommendations with evidence. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Curriculum or policy advice

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you advise teaching and administrative staff.
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies..

Recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids designed to meet student educational needs and district standards.

Monthly

AI preps the paperwork; approving and paying stay with you.

Show prompt & steps

AI can prep the paperwork, extract details from documents and make checklists. Approving, paying and verifying stay with you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids designed to meet student educational needs and district standards.

Context: We use Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft SharePoint.
Materials: [books, equipment]
Budget and rules: [describe]

Organize an order list and justification. Point out anything missing or inconsistent and suggest a template I can reuse.

10-minute exercise: Ordering instructional materials

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies and equipment. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Materials] and [Budget and rules] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Save the template and use it on the next one. Time both.

Personal, financial and health data shouldn't go into AI tools unless your employer has approved one for it.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Order instructional or library materials or equipment.. Also involves: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies..

Address public audiences to explain program objectives and to elicit support.

A few times a year

AI preps talking points and practice; the relationship is yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps you: talking points, objection handling, tailored outreach and negotiation scenarios. The relationship and reading the room are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to address public audiences to explain program objectives and to elicit support.

Context: We use Seesaw and Kahoot!; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Program: [describe]
Audience: [students, community]

Draft a recruitment pitch and FAQs. Keep claims honest, list likely objections with responses, and role-play the other side so I can practice.

10-minute exercise: Program recruitment

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you address public audiences.
Step 2Fill in [Program] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Ask for feedback on your answers and write down your best line for the real conversation.

Make sure every claim AI writes about your product is true and allowed. Over-promising is on you.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Promote educational institutions or programs..

Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Lesson: [topic]
Learner needs: [general description, no names]

Suggest adaptations: different entry points, supports, extensions and checks for understanding. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Adapt the lesson

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you adapt instructional content or delivery methods.
Step 2Fill in [Lesson] and [Learner needs] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Try one adaptation and note how learners respond.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

O*NET work activity: Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs..

Analyze performance data to determine effectiveness of instructional systems, courses, or instructional materials.

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 33% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to analyze performance data to determine effectiveness of instructional systems, courses, or instructional materials.

Context: We use Microsoft Excel and Seesaw; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs..

Assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 26% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.

Context: We use Microsoft Excel and Learning management system LMS; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs..

Conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Common Curriculum; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Learners: [class, patients, trainees]
Evidence: [paste test results, observations, notes, anonymized]

Identify learning needs by topic and learner group, suggest supports, and a plan to check progress.

10-minute exercise: Learning needs assessment

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments.
Step 2Fill in [Learners] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Pick one need and plan a short lesson for it.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

O*NET work activity: Assess educational needs of students..

Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 38% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.

Context: We use Microsoft Excel and Learning management system LMS; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs..

Interview subject-matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to interview subject-matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Learners: [class, patients, trainees]
Evidence: [paste test results, observations, notes, anonymized]

Identify learning needs by topic and learner group, suggest supports, and a plan to check progress.

10-minute exercise: Learning needs assessment

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you interview subject-matter experts.
Step 2Fill in [Learners] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Pick one need and plan a short lesson for it.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

O*NET work activity: Assess educational needs of students..

Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 22% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Topic: [curriculum, methods, policy]
Audience: [educators, government]

Write recommendations with evidence. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Curriculum or policy advice

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology and instruction delivery.
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies..

Provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 23% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Hypertext markup language HTML; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Topic: [curriculum, methods, policy]
Audience: [educators, government]

Write recommendations with evidence. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Curriculum or policy advice

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you provide analytical support.
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

O*NET work activity: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies..

Recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods, based on information such as instructional effectiveness data, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and costs.

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 22% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods, based on information such as instructional effectiveness data, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and costs.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Topic: [curriculum, methods, policy]
Audience: [educators, government]

Write recommendations with evidence. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Curriculum or policy advice

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods.
Step 2Fill in [Topic] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Double-check every number. AI can make arithmetic and rounding mistakes.

O*NET work activity: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies..

Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.

Context: We use Microsoft Excel and Seesaw; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.. Also involves: Research topics in area of expertise..

Teach instructors to use instructional technology or to integrate technology with teaching.

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to teach instructors to use instructional technology or to integrate technology with teaching.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Technology: [drones, equipment]
Trainees: [describe]

Plan training with safety and practice. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Technology training

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you teach instructors.
Step 2Fill in [Technology] and [Trainees] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Swap one AI example for a real story from your own work. Real stories are what people remember.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

O*NET work activity: Teach others to use technology or equipment..

Research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems.

Monthly

AI does the arithmetic and suggests what to look at; the conclusions are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 40% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can do the arithmetic, build the spreadsheet formula and suggest what to look at. Deciding what the numbers mean for your situation is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems.

Context: We use Microsoft Excel and Seesaw; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Course: [subject, level]
Evidence: [paste grades, evaluations, completion rates, feedback]

Identify topics students struggle with, what's working, and 3 concrete revisions to content or methods. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

10-minute exercise: Course or curriculum review

Step 1Gather last term's results and feedback for one course.
Step 2Fill in [Course] and [Evidence] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Make one revision before next term and note how you'll measure it.

AI makes arithmetic mistakes. Recompute anything that matters with a spreadsheet formula.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.. Also involves: Research topics in area of expertise..

Update the content of educational programs to ensure that students are being trained with equipment and processes that are technologically current.

Monthly

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to update the content of educational programs to ensure that students are being trained with equipment and processes that are technologically current.

Context: We use Learning management system LMS and Articulate Storyline; the work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Lesson: [topic]
Learner needs: [general description, no names]

Suggest adaptations: different entry points, supports, extensions and checks for understanding. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Adapt the lesson

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you update the content of educational programs. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Lesson] and [Learner needs] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Try one adaptation and note how learners respond.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs..

These stay human 5

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Face-to-face discussions: every day · Contact with others: constant contact with others · Dealing with the public: very important · Impact of decisions: important results

Advise and teach students.

Daily

Human connection. Use AI only before and after, to prepare.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: Use AI before and after, not during. Prepare talking points, practise a hard conversation, or turn your notes into a follow-up.

Prep prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to advise and teach students.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Who: [student, mentee; no names]
Topic: [courses, career, research]

Prepare questions to understand their goals, options to discuss, and next steps. Then play the student.

10-minute exercise: Advising session

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you advise and teach students (today). Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Who] and [Topic] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3End with one concrete next step they own.

📊 People already use AI around this task (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026). The task itself stays human-led.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Advise students on academic or career matters..

Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills.

Weekly

Your accountable call. Use AI as a sounding board beforehand.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: Use AI as a sounding board before you decide. Ask it to argue the other side, list what you might be overlooking, or organize the evidence.

Prep prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Evidence: [observations, student evaluations, research, service, no names]
Criteria: [your institution's standards]

Organize the evidence against each criterion, note strengths and growth areas, and suggest discussion questions. I make the judgment.

10-minute exercise: Prepare a faculty evaluation

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you observe work of teaching staff (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Evidence] and [Criteria] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Write the judgment yourself and use the questions in the meeting.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Evaluate performance of educational staff..

Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.

Monthly

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Committee: [board, department, governing body]
Agenda item: [describe]
My view: [what I'll argue for]

Prepare my position in 2 sentences, the strongest counter-arguments, questions to ask, and what I'll vote or decide based on.

10-minute exercise: Committee meeting prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you conduct or participate in workshops, committees and conferences. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Committee], [Agenda item] and [My view] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Read the papers yourself before the meeting.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Serve on institutional or departmental committees..

Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards.

Monthly

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Rule or situation: [behaviour issue, no names]
Policy: [school rule]

Give me calm wording to address it, steps if it continues, and how to stay consistent.

10-minute exercise: Consistent rule enforcement

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules.
Step 2Fill in [Rule or situation] and [Policy] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Use it next time and reflect on how it went. Confirm the rules against the current official source.

Rules and regulations vary by place and change often. Confirm against the official source before relying on anything.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior..

Coordinate activities of workers engaged in cataloging, distributing, and maintaining educational materials and equipment in curriculum libraries and laboratories.

A few times a year

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as an instructional coordinator. Part of my job is to coordinate activities of workers engaged in cataloging, distributing, and maintaining educational materials and equipment in curriculum libraries and laboratories.

Context: The work draws on education and training, philosophy and theology and sociology and anthropology.
Team: [seasonal staff, students]
Plan: [activities, research]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

10-minute exercise: Directing a team

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you coordinate activities of workers.
Step 2Fill in [Team] and [Plan] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Afterward, note one thing people responded to and one thing you'd change.

Importance 3.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Direct activities of subordinates..

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Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

Stays human Deepen these

They power the human-led work, which is the part of the job AI can't take over.

  • Time Managementimportance 3.6/5
    Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  • Negotiationimportance 3.1/5
    Used in: Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

  • Monitoringimportance 4.0/5
    Used in: Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
  • Reading Comprehensionimportance 4.0/5
    Used in: Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
  • Writingimportance 4.1/5
    Used in: Documenting/Recording Information
  • Critical Thinkingimportance 3.9/5
    Used in: Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Where you could move

Related jobs from O*NET with the closest skill profile, favouring ones where more of the work stays human. No step down in preparation.

Getting into this job

Master's degree is most common (60% of workers)

  • Bachelor's 25%
  • Graduate degree 75%
  • On-the-job training: 1–3 months
  • Related experience: 2–4 years
  • Professional certification: important (4.4/5)

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values).

Software in this job

In-demand tools from O*NET. Many now have AI built in, so check what yours can do before adding a new tool.

Adobe AcrobatAdobe After EffectsAdobe Creative Cloud softwareAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopCascading style sheets CSSExtensible markup language XMLHypertext markup language HTMLJavaScriptMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft Excel