Sr. Instructional Designer and Writer, Reading Universe

About the position Responsibilities • Research, write, review, and copy edit content for Reading Universe skill explainers. • Consult with expert advisers on reading and writing research. • Draft print material and graphical presentations for skill explainers. • Support video production by identifying and preparing schools for in-classroom video. • Travel to film locations to support production and ensure fidelity of reading instruction. • Review and comment on rough cuts of in-classroom video. • Represent Reading Universe in meetings with partners, experts, and funders. • Monitor blogs, websites, journals, and news articles for new developments in literacy. • Ensure Reading Universe meets deadlines and commitments to funders and partners. • Perform related special projects or other duties as assigned. Requirements • Five to ten years of teaching and/or coaching experience in grades pre-K through 6th grade. • College degree, preferably in the humanities. • Masters degree or doctoral degree in education or a related field strongly preferred. • Experience with writing and implementing professional development efforts focused on literacy and elementary education. • Experience as a published writer, especially articles about reading and elementary education. Nice-to-haves • Experience in writing and developing literacy curricula. • Proven ability to develop and create professional content that teachers value. • Demonstrated ability to successfully perform in an atmosphere of multiple projects and deadline pressures. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. • Clear and colloquial writing style. • Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable initiative and sound judgment. Benefits • Salary range of $120,000 to $140,000. • Flexibility in work location (onsite, hybrid, or full-time remote). Apply tot his job