Instructure

Assessment Item Writer/Editor (CONTRACT)

United States · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 103 days ago

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About the role

Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers.
Item writers and editors will assist with the development of assessment products by creating, reviewing, formatting, and revising test items and assessments.

Work independently and collaboratively with the assessment content team to create, review, edit, and/or revise test items based on state standards and grade-level appropriateness to meet internal and external deadlines.
Execute against blueprints to develop well-rounded assessments to meet customer needs.
Instructure's Assessment Content Team is seeking freelance Assessment Writers and Editors to support the development of assessment products, including the Mastery View Predictive Assessments, Mastery View College Prep Assessments, and Mastery Item Banks.
A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection

Strong professional assessment writing and/or editing experience - particularly experience authoring tech-enhanced items directly in an assessment management system
Strong understanding of what makes well-composed and balanced assessment items and forms
Ability to write assessment items for students in K-12th grade with a strong understanding of Depth of Knowledge, rigor, differentiation, text complexity, and readability
Subject-matter expertise in ELA, math, science, or social studies
All Instructure employees are required to successfully pass a background check upon being hired.

former teaching experience is a plus but is not required
Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.

Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.

Flexible work culture.
Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual "Dim the Lights" period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Learning and development resources, including professional development tools and tuition reimbursement, to support your growth
This is a contractor position with variable and flexible hours that are negotiated on a project-by-project basis.

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