English Language Arts Curriculum Designer - Videos, Print & Instruction

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an experienced, passionate educator to join our team as an English Language Arts Curriculum Designer and help shape our exceptional K-12 language arts content. #LI-SR1

As an English Language Arts Curriculum Designer with a focus on video development, you will collaborate with our team of talented video creators and actors to create engaging instructional videos on reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar topics. Your educational insight, creativity, eye for visual design, strong writing skills, and commitment to quality will make personalized learning a reality for millions of students.

This is a full-time position in our Raleigh, NC area office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

* Shape the design of English language arts instructional videos by reviewing creator submissions and suggesting updates for effectiveness, accuracy, and overall video production quality

* Manage projects and collaborate with curriculum designers, video creators, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality language arts instructional videos

* Design and write clear, engaging video scripts to meet specified educational objectives

* Brainstorm ideas for improving IXL's existing language arts video offerings

* Research and analyze content requirements, including state educational standards

* Assist with other Print & Instruction team projects as needed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

* Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field

* English teaching, tutoring, or mentoring experience; experience with a wide range of grades is a plus

* Outstanding written and spoken communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of age groups

* Aptitude for using visual and textual content to convey educational concepts; graphic design experience is a plus

* Ability to think strategically and creatively solve problems

* Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas and a strong attention to detail

* Ability to quickly learn new guidelines and software; familiarity with presentation and/or video editing software is a plus

* Experience creating instructional videos and/or teaching in a virtual school is a plus

WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION

* Your resume

* A cover letter under 600 words that addresses the following questions:
Why are you interested in this curriculum design role that has a specific focus on instructional video development? How might your background and skill set help you develop high quality video content? (Please refrain from using ChatGPT or other AI tools when writing your cover letter. We want to get to know the real you!)

* Optional, but recommended: A sample instructional resource that you've created and used in an educational setting (for example, a slide presentation, worksheet, etc.)