ELA Curriculum Writer

Responsibilities

• Plan and write rigorous academic ELA content and lessons for grades 3-12
• Curate texts and resources that meet high standards for rigor, relevance, and instructional value
• Peer review content components for standards alignment and design principles
• Manage workflow across multiple concurrent projects with strong attention to detail
• Collaborate with Academic and Product teams to meet development deadlines
• Iterate on content by generating multiple drafts and incorporating feedback

Requirements

• 5+ years of teaching experience
• Bachelor's degree in English, history, or a related humanities field
• In-depth knowledge of college- and career-readiness standards in ELA
• Strong reading, writing, editing, and analytical skills
• Must be US-based and available to work during 9 AM - 5 PM EST
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in ELA instruction

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional curriculum writing experience in English language arts
• Experience with the challenges of rolling out curriculum and technology in schools or districts
• Familiarity with contemporary, diverse literature and current ELA research trends
• Ability to work successfully on collaborative, cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% safe harbor employer match
• Remote work support, including a home office set-up stipend
• Generous time off, including 16 paid holidays, sick leave, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Flexible work options and low-stress weeks around holidays

About the Company

CommonLit is a nonprofit education technology organization dedicated to ensuring that all students, especially those in Title I schools, graduate with the reading, writing, communication, and problem-solving skills they need to be successful in college and beyond. We operate an online reading program used by teachers in over 90,000 American schools.