ProofreaderQA

Walnut Creek, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 35 - 35

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Proofreader/QA (1099 Contractor Remote)

Duration: February 2026 - June 2027 (estimated)

Time Commitment: Approximately 5-10 hours/week

Compensation: $35/hour

Contractors Needed: one

To apply: Please email your resume to with the subject CollegeSpring Proofreader - Your Name

ABOUT US

CollegeSpring is the only national nonprofit providing teacher-led test prep during the school day helping students impacted by poverty unlock greater options after high school. For 16 years weve partnered with school districts and organizations nationwide to help more than 50000 primarily first-generation economically disadvantaged BIPOC students unlock opportunity through increased scores on gateway tests like the SAT ACT and TSIA2 (Texas Success Initiative Assessment). Today we continue to expand by maximizing impact through larger district and nonprofit partnerships and harnessing the power of technology to better serve teachers and students.

ABOUT THE ROLE

CollegeSpring is seeking a qualified proofreading contractor to review various content-area materials and lessons for accuracy clarity grammar spelling and style aligned with the ACT. The contractor will work closely with the Digital Curriculum Senior Manager to ensure that suggested changes align with exam standards and are accurate rigorous and inclusive. We are looking for someone comfortable with Secondary ELA content.

WHAT YOULL DO

Participate in a project kick-off call weekly check-ins and other team meetings as needed to set goals review work and discuss progress with the curriculum team.
Communicate regularly with the Digital Curriculum Manager regarding deadlines feedback and transparency on work progress.
Review and understand various style guides in relation to different achievement test standards.
Proofread and provide feedback using the suggesting feature on ELAR practice questions lessons and materials created by other writers ensuring accuracy clarity grammar spelling and style. File formats will vary by assignment but typically include Google Docs and Google Slides.
Ensure the text meets the tone and character count outlined in the test standards.
Meet proofreading deadlines.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with proofreading editing and providing feedback
Familiarity with style guides
Familiar with test design and secondary-level instructional content (ELA focus)
Tech-savvy with confidence navigating:
- Google Slides Google Sheets Google Docs
- Learning Management Systems (e.g. Buzz Canvas Schoology)
Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines on short timelines
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
Experience with achievement assessments like the SAT ACT or TSIA2

DescriptionProofreader/QA (1099 Contractor Remote)Duration: February 2026 - June 2027 (estimated)Time Commitment: Approximately 5-10 hours/weekCompensation: $35/hourContractors Needed: oneTo apply: Please email your resume to with the subject CollegeSpring Proofreader - Your NameABOUT USCollegeSpri...