Science Curriculum Writer, K-8 (Contract) Remote - United States

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

Amplify is seeking a Science Curriculum Writer to help create lessons and assessments for grades K-8 students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in science education, excellent writing skills, the ability to analyze and interpret state and national standards, and experience in curriculum writing.

Curriculum writers are provided ongoing training. They work in an iterative and fast-paced environment to craft consistent content drafts and apply ongoing feedback to ensure that the final lessons and assessments meet the high quality customers expect from Amplify. Candidates should have experience working in a highly iterative and results focused environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, concise, and engaging content

• Craft standards-aligned lessons and assessments independently 

• Work productively and collaboratively with content leads, editors, designers and producers within a cycle of drafting, reviewing feedback, and incorporating feedback to produce highly effective final lessons and stronger content moving forwards

• Meet tight deadlines

• Ensure all written content is accurate and standards-aligned

• Create standards’ correlations and other technical documents as needed

• Maintain consistency of voice and adhering to program style, vision, and philosophy

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in a Scientific (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science), Education, or related field

• 5+ years science education-related experience 

• Experience creating challenging and engaging lessons and assessments

• Strong understanding of scientific terminology and concepts

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and incorporate feedback

• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and balance work on multiple projects

• Proficiency with a range of technology including Google Suite products

• Attention to detail and a commitment to creating high quality work

• Knowledge of technology-enhanced assessment items (TEIs)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching science to a diverse range of elementary and middle grade students

• Experience crafting curricula for science standards outside of your own

• Proven experience as a science writer or similar role, preferably in a contract or freelance capacity, for an educational publisher

• Graduate degree in a Science or Education related field

• Experience crafting technology-enhanced assessment items (TEIs)

Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this role is $45 - $50.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. 

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.

If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.