Content developer Job at Pearson Education Services in Oklahoma City

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Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. We believe that flexibility in work / life balance is a critical part of our culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide our employees the ability to work from anywhere, anytime. In exchange, we require that employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies regarding home office setup, including but not limited to the privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and expectations.

Working in a home-based position, the social studies content developer is responsible for maintaining existing and developing new curriculum for grades K–12. Reporting to the Manager of Curriculum Development, the social studies content developer writes, reviews, and revises curriculum and assessments to improve accuracy, alignment, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Writes, reviews, and revises curriculum, instructional materials, multimedia, supplementary resources, and assessments
• Create, update and maintain course documentation including course maps, learning objective frameworks, course metadata, and alignments
• Demonstrate knowledge of state and national standards and National Standards for Quality Online Learning
• Design and develop unit and lesson prototypes and proofs of concept
• Proposes and effectively and responsibly implements new ways of developing content, including the use of generative AI
• Lead subject matter experts and / or strategic partners to develop course enhancements in alignment to standards, including state-specific academic standards, WCAG 2.2AA accessibility standards, PVS authoring and style guides, and Pearson’s Global Content Policy
• Has a measurable long-term impact on course performance and how it influences learner outcomes
• Demonstrate depth and / or breadth of expertise in own specialized field and provides expertise to various stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with content development team, product development cross-functional agile team members, and members of product management
• Consult with and support teachers in the creation and implementation of curriculum
• Works with a cross-functional Agile team to complete projects and features
• Proposes and implements new ways of working or procedures within own area
• Stay current on most recent online education and curriculum development subject area strategies, trends, and initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, New York State, New York City, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows :

The minimum full-time salary range is between $60,000 - $65,000.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

What to expect from Pearson

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At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company : Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions : Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to : Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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Job : PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Organization : Virtual Learning

Schedule : FULL_TIME

Workplace Type : Remote

Req ID : 17988

location

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Salary : $60,000 - $65,000