ESL Editor

About Fiction Express:

Our mission

We develop literacy skills getting children excited about books through the power of engagement and cocreation. Our innovative and gamified reading resources improve lifelong learning outcomes for our readers.

Our vision 2030

Fiction Express is the leading reading and literacy platform in Spain and Latin America in both Spanish and in English as a Second Language (years 1 to 10).

We have a clear value proposition and a strong competitive advantage based on three pillars:

• Engagement: Ignite students passion for reading and learning through cocreation
• Data: Empower teachers through great content and insights (data)
• Impact: Deliver measurable learning outcomes.

We are shaping the digitalisation of reading in schools by leading the application of AI in our market segment.

By 2030 we want to create a significant social impact by reaching 10 million children.

Your mission:

As an ESL (English as a second language) Editor you will be responsible for the design and programming of our ESL product as an expert with an indepth knowledge of the English language and the teaching of English as a second language.

Your daily work at Fiction Express:

• Text adaptation: adapting the vocabulary grammar syntax etc. of the books by native authors to the different ESL levels.
• Design and coordination of contents: create and think up educational activities and contents linked to the books according to the different levels.
• Editorial planning: you will develop the didactic programming of the topics contents and educational objectives according to the levels and needs of the curriculum.
• You will work in collaboration with the rest of the publishing team to ensure the coherence and quality of the materials.
• Researching and keeping up to date with best practice in teaching English as a second language and integrating it into the development of materials.
• Manage the briefing and process of book covers with the design team.
• Planning by objectives: you will be working to publication cycles so flexibility is essential.

What we expect from you

• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C2 or equivalent).
• High level of written and spoken Spanish (minimum C1)
• Certification in teaching English as a second language (CELTA / DELTA TEFL TESOL or equivalent).
• Experience as a teacher of English as a second language for upper primary and secondary school would be an asset.
• Experience creating and adapting content in textbook publishing for teaching English as a second language.
• Text editing and proofreading.
• Indepth knowledge of ESL teaching methodologies and approaches.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

What can you expect at Fiction Express

• Be part of a social impact project.
• Work from home 100% with flexible hours in a highgrowth company.
• Medical insurance with Adeslas (remuneration in kind) and very attractive fees for your family members.
• Very good working environment dynamic and enthusiastic.
• Facetoface meetings with the whole team twice a year and online events.
• English or Spanish classes.
• An extra day of holiday on your birthday.
• Monthly bonus for teleworking.
• All the training you need to make a difference in your role.

Hiring process:

Meet the People & Culture Team: 3045 minutes of conversation where you can learn more about Fiction Express your role and what you can expect from your experience here. Well have the opportunity to learn more about your background and assess how well it aligns with our values and culture.

Meet Your Manager: 4560 minutes interview with the Head of publishing. You can discuss your role and the manager will evaluate your skills.

Technical Test (offline): We will send you a case related to your role. This is focused on the hard skills and the knowledge needed to perform in the role.

Meet our team: 30 minutes of conversation with someone from our team. You will have the opportunity to meet other people from Fiction. We will be able to learn more about how you align with our culture and values.

Final Interview: If youve made it this far youre one of our top candidates! Youll meet our founders to conclude the process.

Offer: If youre our chosen candidate youll receive an offer to start being a part of our team!