Content Developer-One Year Assignment
Company: Pearson
Location: Olympia
Posted on: July 28, 2022
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Job Description:
We are the world's learning company with more than 24,000
employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class
educational content and assessment, powered by services and
technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized
learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so
do people.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 from an office in Columbia, MD or a
home-based position, the Content Developer is responsible for
maintaining existing and developing new curriculum in various
disciplines for grades K-12. Reporting to the Manager of Curriculum
Development, the Content Developer writes, reviews, and revises
curriculum and assessments to improve accuracy, alignment, and
customer satisfaction.Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified
applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.This is a one
year assignment which is benefits eligible.Responsibilities:
Communicate effectively with content development team, product
development cross-functional agile team members, and members of
product management Contribute to the creation and refinement of
curriculum development user stories Consult with and support
teachers in the creation and implementation of curriculum
Demonstrate knowledge of state and national curriculum and NSQ
standards Contribute to course development, which consists of
course maps, learning objectives, learning objects, and activities
to meet specific state and/or national standards Demonstrate depth
and/ or breadth of expertise in own specialized field and provides
expertise to various stakeholders Works with a cross-functional
Agile team to complete projects and features Works with the Product
Development managers to ensure the development of high-quality
curricula and resources Proposes and implements new ways of working
or procedures within own area Negotiates resources within team and
may negotiate across teams to agree on common objectives Maintains
effective relationships within own and related areas
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; degree in education,
curriculum, or similar area preferred Minimum of 2 years of
teaching experience required, with virtual learning preferred
Minimum of 3 years of curriculum development experience required,
with curriculum to support asynchronous virtual learning preferred
Proven track record of meeting deadlines while producing highly
accurate, accountable work; very detail-oriented Advanced knowledge
of education management systems, learning management systems,
and/or content management systems Proficient with Microsoft -
Office, Azure DevOps, HTML, and ability to learn other software
programs and technology platforms quickly Must enjoy a challenging
work environment that requires flexibility, self-direction,
creativity, strong communication, and organizational skills Must be
able to successfully work independently and also as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Familiarity with
SAFe Agile principles Working knowledge of accessibility standards
(Section 508, WCAG 2.1) is a plus The anticipated starting salary
range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this
position is $58,000-$65,000. This position is not bonus eligible.
Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at:
https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/ This is a one year
assignment.Learning is the most powerful force for change in the
world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and
services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common
purpose - to help everyone achieve their potential through
learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and
learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications
that help people build their skills and grow with the world around
them. We are the world's leading learning company. Learn more at
pearsonplc.com.Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes,
so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racistcompany in
everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and 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 a sustainable environment and workplace where talent
can learn, grow, and thrive. To learn more about Pearson's
commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here:
http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.htmlPearson
is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a
member of E-Verify. We are committed to building a team that
represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The
more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment
is decided 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.Job: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTOrganization:
Virtual LearningSchedule: FULL_TIMEReq ID: 6608
Keywords: Pearson, Olympia , Content Developer-One Year Assignment, IT / Software / Systems , Olympia, Washington
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