Unlocking the Path to Happiness: March 2025 Escape Room

Aja Minor is an experienced curriculum designer and educator with a deep commitment to fostering global citizenship, culturally responsive teaching, and critical thinking. With over a decade of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and international education, she has designed engaging, student-centered learning experiences that inspire curiosity and critical engagement.

As the founder of World Class Curricula, Aja develops ELA and Global Citizenship Education resources tailored for diverse learning environments, including homeschools, microschools, and afterschool programs. Her work integrates interactive learning technologies, project-based learning, and equity-focused research methods to create meaningful, real-world connections for students.

Aja’s expertise includes:
✔ Curriculum & Instructional Design – Developing standards-aligned curricula that promote critical thinking and compassion.
✔ Educational Leadership – Serving as a department head, program director, and content researcher.
✔ Global Education & Cross-Cultural Learning – Leading international youth programs and facilitating global education initiatives.
✔ Online & Blended Learning – Utilizing cutting-edge digital tools to enhance student engagement.
✔ Assessment Development – Aligning open educational resources with Common Core standards.

Aja holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and a Single Subject Teaching Credential from Holy Names University, along with a Master’s in Anthropology from the University of London. She has also pursued extensive professional development in online instructional design, culturally responsive teaching, and global education advocacy.

Through her work, Aja continues to empower educators and students to think critically, act with empathy, and engage with the world as responsible global citizens.