[Remote] ELA Content Writer (6-12) (Freelance)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company, seeking creative, motivated writers to join their content development team. The role involves creating engaging language arts content for grades 6-12, including reading comprehension and writer's craft activities.


Responsibilities

  • Researching informational topics of interest to a school-aged audience
  • Writing sentences, paragraphs, and longer passages for use in online activities
  • 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

Skills

  • BA/BS degree, preferably in English, creative writing, or a related field
  • 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)
  • Previous experience working in education preferred

Company Overview

  • At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in San Mateo, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.ixl.com/.

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