What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Science Asynchronous Curriculum Writer position at Acceleration Academies?
At EdIncites, we are passionate about improving student outcomes. We provide two capabilities that drive student success: our technology platform (Incite®) that enables data-driven teaching and learning, as well as our student re-engagement programs (Acceleration Academies). These offerings are both rooted in our belief that every student deserves access to the best instruction, tools and resources possible.
Project Description
EdIncites is currently seeking an individual, who is highly proficient in high school asynchronous course development, to join a team of subject matter and curriculum experts in the creation of an asynchronous high school Physical Science course. This course will be designed to match our client specifications and will be used in an asynchronous learning environment. This project will begin in February 2025 and run through July 2025.
Project/Freelancer Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or directly related field
- Experience: 3 years of experience with asynchronous course development and 6-12 curriculum alignment
- License/Certification: Currently holds an educator’s license in 6-12 Physical Science or related field
Project Tasks
- Write thoughtful, engaging, and easy-to-understand high school asynchronous Physical Science lessons that align to content standards and client specifications
- Write the text for student interactives and other multimedia content used in instructional contexts
- Write guides/assignments for PhET simulations
- Create videos/GIFs aligned to content standards and client specifications
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members about progress, deadlines, challenges, and solutions
- Respond constructively and adapt readily to suggestions, client feedback, and editing requirements
- Follow plans and specifications for all assigned projects, including meeting deadlines and coordinating with other project workers and adjusting work based on project needs/priorities
- Write formative and summative assessments and rubrics aligned to lessons and units
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or directly related field
- Experience: 3 years of relevant experience with 6-12 asynchronous Physical Science curriculum alignment and course development and 3 years of 9-12 Physical Science classroom instruction
- License/Certification: Currently holds an educator’s license in 6-12 Physical Science, or related field, in any state
- Strong writing skills: ability to clearly present Physical Science content at a high school level in many different forms, including written explanations
- Experience working with and writing guides for physical science PhET simulations
- Experience across digital curriculum systems, including common learning management systems and interactive tools
- Skilled with Google Apps and willing to learn additional technology tools adopted to align to the client specifications
- Solid understanding of online learning considerations and educational technology
- Excellent listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
- Superior time-management, organizational skills, and accurate record keeping
- Uphold policies and follow team guidelines and procedures
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Salary : $800
