Newsela
Learning Experience Designer, ELA
Job Summary
The role involves developing high-quality English Language Arts instructional materials and assessments aligned with state and national standards like Common Core. Candidates should have experience in assessment creation, curriculum design, and educational publishing, with an emphasis on literacy instruction and digital learning tools. The position requires collaboration with educators and subject matter experts, utilizing research and technology to create engaging content. A minimum of 3 years of experience and proficiency with content authoring tools are essential for success in this role.
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The role:
- We are seeking a skilled and creative Learning Experience Designer for our ELA team to develop high-quality English Language Arts instructional materials and assessments.
- This role requires a deep understanding of curriculum standards, pedagogical best practices, and assessment design to create engaging and effective resources for diverse learners.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in assessment development, instructional design -- particularly for a knowledge-building curriculum, and educational publishing.
Why you'll love this role:
- You will design and develop formative and summative ELA assessments, instructional materials, and activities aligned with state and national standards (e.g., Common Core, TEKS, BEST).
- You will ensure all materials meet educational best practices, including differentiation and scaffolding for diverse learners.
- You'll collaborate with educators, subject matter experts, data scientists, and curriculum developers to refine and enhance content.
- You will utilize technology tools and platforms to develop interactive and digital learning experiences.
- You will leverage research on best practices in literacy instruction and assessment to inform content development.
- You'll revise and update existing curriculum materials based on teacher feedback and student performance data.
- You will maintain consistency in tone, language, and complexity to align with grade-level expectations.
Why you're a great fit:
- 3+ years of professional experience in assessment creation or design, curriculum design, or instructional development for a publisher or educational technology company.
- Strong knowledge of ELA standards, literacy instruction, and assessment strategies.
- Experience designing lessons and assessments for various grade levels (9-12 preferred).
- Familiarity with educational publishing standards and instructional technology.
- Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with content authoring tools (e.g., Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems, and digital curriculum platforms).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in online learning, e-learning development, or digital curriculum design.
- Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiated instruction strategies.
- Background in assessment development and comfort with data are a plus.
Compensation:
- Base salary: $57,450 - $66,050 per year.
- Total compensation for this role also includes incentive stock options and benefits.
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