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Online Remedial Reading Curriculum Writer

Online curriculum developer seeks Writer for one-time project (40 hours per week) from May through December 31, 2008, with possible extension. Hourly rate is $35–$50 depending on credentials and experience.

The online writer for Remedial Reading will create and write lessons for K12’s online curriculum as directed. The writer works closely with development team members, notably the Content Specialist and the Instructional Designer to create learning activities.

Applicant should have:

• Experience writing to a K–5 audience, incorporating an understanding of readability and student ability through those grades.

• Familiarity with K–1 writing or 3–5 remedial writing.

• Significant teaching or writing experience of reading.

• Reading degree preferred.

• Familiarity with national standards in the field, and with current trends in methodology.

• Online writing experience preferred.

• Positive and enthusiastic approached to solving problems.

• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment.

The applicant must:

1) Be proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

2) Have his or her own computer and stable broadband Internet access for creation and transmission of materials.

3) Be able to meet aggressive deadlines.

4) Be willing to learn new technologies and workflow systems including K12 models for storyboards, activities, exercises, and assessments for online writing.

5) Be responsive to constructive feedback.

Note that these online writing tasks may be combined with offline writing duties (as assigned).

Employer Posted:Wednesday, May 07, 2008