Content Proofreader, Takeoff (Freelance)

IXL; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

IXL Learning is seeking a Content Proofreader for a remote 1099 consulting role. You will proofread web content and PDFs, ensuring accuracy and consistency, and collaborate with curriculum designers and project managers to meet deadlines. This position is up to 10 hours per week for six months, with possible extension.

Ideal candidates have strong proofreading/editing experience, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency with Google Docs and Google Sheets. Remote arrangement for U.S.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail with proofreading/editing experience.
• Proficiency with Google Docs and Google Sheets.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines weekly.

Responsibilities

• Proofread educational content for accuracy and consistency.
• Compare website text and PDFs side-by-side to verify accuracy.
• Communicate issues to team members and collaborate with designers/PMs.

Skills

Proofreading

Editing

Attention to detail

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Content Proofreader to join our team. In this role, you will proofread web content and PDFs, ensuring the content is accurate and meets our quality standards. You might be a great fit if you are a natural perfectionist and enjoy making sure materials are polished and error-free.This is a 1099 consulting role that is remote for 6 months with possible extension. #LI-REMOTEWHAT YOU'LL BE DOINGProofread educational content for accuracy, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistencyUse your sharp eye for detail to compare website text and PDFs side-by-side to ensure accuracyClearly communicate issues and inconsistencies to relevant team membersCollaborate with curriculum designers and project managers to meet project deadlinesWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORExcellent attention to detail and prior proofreading/editing experience are requiredProficiency with Google Sheets and Google DocsAvailability for up to 10 hours per week; possibly more depending on projectsAbility to work independently, meeting weekly deadlinesABOUT IXL LEARNINGIXL 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.comRosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languagesWyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjectsTeachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resourcesOur 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 and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.