ELA Content Writer - Assessment Focus (Freelance)

IXL; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative EdTech company is seeking a creative ELA Content Writer to develop engaging language arts content for K-12 assessments. This remote freelance role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with editors and curriculum designers while crafting eloquent passages and questions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in English or creative writing, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently. Join a mission-driven team that values diversity and fosters a collaborative environment, making a real impact on learners and educators alike.

Qualifications

• Experience developing K-12 English language arts content.
• Ability to adhere to The Chicago Manual of Style.

Responsibilities

• Research topics for school-aged audience assessments.
• Write engaging language arts passages and questions.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Critical-thinking skills

Research skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

BA/BS degree in English

Degree in creative writing

Job description

ELA Content Writer - Assessment Focus (Freelance)

Remote

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.

This is a remote, 1099 consulting role for three months with a possible extension. #LI-REMOTE

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Research informational topics that would interest a school-aged audience
• Source passages from texts for use in online activities and assessments
• Write sentences, paragraphs, and longer passages for use in online activities and assessments
• Craft questions, answers, and explanations based on guidelines and samples
• Adhere to conventions in The Chicago Manual of Style and an in-house style guide
• Accept and implement feedback

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• BA/BS degree, preferably in English, creative writing, or a related field
• Experience developing English language arts K-12 problems to meet specified educational objectives
• Experience writing English language arts K–12 content for large-scale summative, interim, and formative assessments is a plus
• 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

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION

• Your resume
• 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

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.