Content Writer

POSITION OVERVIEW

The top responsibility of the Writer/Editor is to create and maintain new and existing print and digital products features enhancements updates and corrections. The writer/editor will edit and write social studies materials for elementary grades. They will construct student books

(digital and print textbooks) based on the state standards and build supplementary materials

that help reinforce and enhance students learning. This includes tests quizzes activities

projects worksheets additional reading and more.

Foundational characteristics essential to meeting customer expectations include content

accuracy ease of use (for teachers and students) effectiveness (at helping achieve learning

goals) and detailed alignment to state learning standards (for curriculum products). Other

important characteristics in Product Development include enthusiasm inclusivity honesty and

passion for your work.

RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

Edit and write print and digital Student Books and supplementary materials

Ensure all products align completely to state and grade standards

Collaborate with managers editors curriculum specialists trainers and designers to

create and deliver projects and to continuously improve them

Seek ways to improve the teacher and student experience through innovation and

creativity best practices in communication and state-of-the art media

Manage multiple concurrent projects within a fast-paced environment

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree in journalism or English

5 years of experience as a writer/editor

Expert at writing proofreading and editing; great storyteller

Demonstrated ability to conduct and analyze research and then tailor information for

different audiences or grade levels

Conceptual creativity and problem-solving skills; strong attention to detail; excellent

organization skills

Experience with content management systems

Ability to give and receive constructive feedback

Strong interpersonal and time management skills

Familiarity with both the Chicago Manual of Style and AP Style

Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: publishing education instructional

design K-12 curriculum resources eLearning