Remote

ELA Content Writer - Assessment Focus (Freelance)

IXL Learning
United States
Nov 09, 2024
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking creative, motivated writers to join our content development team. In this role, you will work closely with editors and curriculum designers to create eloquent and engaging language arts passages for grade PK-12 assessments as well as other language arts content. This is a remote, 1099 consulting role for three months with a possible extension. #LI-REMOTE WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Researching informational topics of interest to a school-aged audience Sourcing passages from texts for use in online activities and assessments Writing sentences, paragraphs, and longer passages for use in online activities and assessments Crafting questions, answers, and explanations based on guidelines and samples Adhering to conventions in The Chicago Manual of Style and an in-house style guide Accepting and implementing feedback WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR BA/BS degree, preferably in English, creative writing, or a related field Experience writing ELA K-12 content for large-scale summative, interim, and formative assessments Exceptional writing skills, including a finely tuned sense of English grammar and usage Strong critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills The ability to be efficient and organized while working on multiple projects Previous professional writing experience (educational or YA content preferred) WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION Your resume A cover letter A writing sample consisting of 2-3 assessment items that you have created ABOUT IXL LEARNING IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example: 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.