Job Description
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Company Description We are the world’s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.
Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. We believe that flexibility in work/life balance is a critical part of our culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide our employees the ability to work from anywhere, anytime. In exchange, we require that employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies regarding home office setup, including but not limited to the privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and expectations.
Role Description Working in a home-based position, the math content developer is responsible for maintaining existing and developing new curriculum for grades K–12. Reporting to the Manager of Curriculum Development, the math content developer writes, reviews, and revises curriculum and assessments to improve accuracy, alignment, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities - Writes, reviews, and revises curriculum, instructional materials, multimedia, supplementary resources, and assessments
- Create, update and maintain course documentation including course maps, learning objective frameworks, course metadata, and alignments
- Demonstrate knowledge of state and national standards and National Standards for Quality Online Learning
- Design and develop unit and lesson prototypes and proofs of concept
- Proposes and effectively and responsibly implements new ways of developing content, including the use of generative AI
- Lead subject matter experts and/or strategic partners to develop course enhancements in alignment to standards, including state-specific academic standards, WCAG 2.2AA accessibility standards, PVS authoring and style guides, and Pearson’s Global Content Policy
- Has a measurable long-term impact on course performance and how it influences learner outcomes
- Demonstrate depth and/ or breadth of expertise in own specialized field and provides expertise to various stakeholders
- Communicate effectively with content development team, product development cross-functional agile team members, and members of product management
- Consult with and support teachers in the creation and implementation of curriculum
- Works with a cross-functional Agile team to complete projects and features
- Proposes and implements new ways of working or procedures within own area
- Stay current on most recent online education and curriculum development subject area strategies, trends, and initiatives
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required; degree in education, curriculum, or similar area preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience or curriculum development required, with virtual learning preferred
- Deep understanding of K-12 math standards and how to develop aligned curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments
- Exceptional writing skills
- Experience working with a range of content areas and levels, from elementary to secondary education
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines while producing highly accurate, accountable work; very detail-oriented
- Knowledge of education management systems, learning management systems, and/or content management systems
- Technologically proficient with Microsoft Office, HTML, and ability to learn other software programs and technology platforms quickly
- Must enjoy a challenging work environment that requires flexibility, self-direction, creativity, strong communication, and organizational skills
- Must be able to successfully work independently and also as part of a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York State, New York City, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
The minimum full-time salary range is between $65,000 - $70,000.
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
Who We Are At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Organization: Virtual Learning
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 18836
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Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Work from home, Home office, Flexible hours,