Remote Proposals & Adoptions Writer

Great Minds; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Minds is seeking a remote Proposal Writer to join our team, reporting to the Proposals and Adoptions Manager. The role requires highly developed writing and editing skills, experience with K-12 proposal development for state adoptions and RFPs, and the ability to multitask across projects.

The ideal candidate thrives under tight deadlines and coordinates effectively with teammates. Requirements include 3–5 years in a K-12 proposal role, superior writing, copy-editing, and CRM experience

Qualifications

• Superior writing skills demonstrated in proposals (writing sample required).
• 3–5 years’ experience in a K-12 proposal writing role is highly preferred.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent copy-editing skills.
• Proficient at establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and positive team player.
• CRM software experience; Salesforce preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe Acrobat or editing software.

Responsibilities

• Review RFIs/RFPs/RFQs and state adoption documentation for requirements, including standards and deadlines.
• Develop clear, concise state adoption submissions and RFP proposal language.
• Collaborate to determine proposal response priorities and coverage needs.
• Complete content sections for state adoption bid materials and RFPs.
• Understand and communicate state standards requirements to Sales and content teams.
• Manage completion of all assigned RFPs and state adoption documentation on tight deadlines.
• Create outlines, templates, proofreading, and final editions, schedule meetings, track progress.

Skills

Superior writing skills

K-12 proposal writing

Copy-editing

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Mathematics

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Great Minds is seeking a remote Proposal Writer to join our team, reporting to the Proposals and Adoptions Manager. The role requires highly developed writing and editing skills, experience with K-12 proposal development for state adoptions and RFPs, and the ability to multitask across projects.

The ideal candidate thrives under tight deadlines and coordinates effectively with teammates. Requirements include 3–5 years in a K-12 proposal role, superior writing, copy-editing, and CRM experience