WRITER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create a variety of original educational content for grades ranging from kindergarten to high school
• Generate effective multiple-choice, open-ended, and essay questions to assess specific educational standards
• Write procedural materials, such as activity instructions, that adhere to technical writing best practices
• Create engaging texts, both fiction and nonfiction, with interesting subjects and appropriate tones
• Locate and research sources to provide accurate and informative material
• Ensure readability of texts is appropriate for target audiences by using industry standard readability tests
• Follow specifications in work orders from project managers
• Communicate effectively with graphic artists, project managers, subject matter experts, and editors to ensure published projects exceed customers' expectations
• Consistently meet production goals

• Expert writing skills, especially regarding text organization
• Ability to work on multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously with general direction and minimal guidance
• Excellent organization skills and the flexibility to shift from one project to another as priorities change
• A sharp eye for detail and commitment to accuracy
• A positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communication, education, or related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Word Perfect
• At least three years of related work experience in educational publishing
• Teaching experience in elementary, middle, or secondary level preferred
• Demonstrated ability to track, organize, and prioritize workload

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