Math Curriculum Designer

Assessment Focus

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Locations

Burlingame, CA, USA

Experience Level

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Requirements

2+ years' experience writing items for widely-used assessments
K-12 math teaching or tutoring experience
Excellent writing ability
Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas
Highly self-motivated and efficient with superb attention to detail

Responsibilities

Write and review clear, engaging assessment items to address specified educational objectives in either K-5 or 6-12 math
Review assessment items for clarity, writing quality, typos, formatting, and mathematical accuracy
Write achievement level descriptors and other assessment documentation
Collaborate with curriculum designers, psychometricians, program managers, and company leaders to determine assessment scope and approach
Develop and manage project plans to create and deliver high-quality assessment items
Research and analyze content requirements, including state educational standards
Assist with other math curriculum design projects as assigned, such as creating and reviewing standards alignments and writing and reviewing math problems for IXL's learning activities

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mathematics strongly preferred - Master's or Ph.D. in Mathematics is a plus
Experience in curriculum development and instructional design is a plus
Knowledge of computer programming, mobile, and web technologies is a plus

IXL Learning, a leading edtech company with products used by 14 million students worldwide, is seeking an experienced, passionate educator to join our team as a Math Curriculum Designer and help shape our growing suite of K-12 math assessments.

As a Math Curriculum Designer with an assessment focus, you’ll design clear, engaging assessment items and collaborate with psychometricians and program managers to achieve our educational goals. Your strong writing skills, creative problem solving, educational insights, and commitment to quality will make personalized learning a reality for millions of students.

This is a full time position with a hybrid work schedule in our San Mateo, CA office.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Write and review clear, engaging assessment items to address specified educational objectives in either K-5 or 6-12 math
Review assessment items for clarity, writing quality, typos, formatting, and mathematical accuracy
Write achievement level descriptors and other assessment documentation
Collaborate with curriculum designers, psychometricians, program managers, and company leaders to determine assessment scope and approach
Develop and manage project plans to create and deliver high-quality assessment items
Research and analyze content requirements, including state educational standards
Assist with other math curriculum design projects as assigned, such as creating and reviewing standards alignments and writing and reviewing math problems for IXL’s learning activities

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor’s in Mathematics strongly preferred - Master’s or Ph.D. in Mathematics is a plus
2+ years’ experience writing items for widely-used assessments
K-12 math teaching or tutoring experience
Excellent writing ability
Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
Can-do attitude with an openness to others’ ideas
Highly self-motivated and efficient with superb attention to detail
Experience in curriculum development and instructional design is a plus
Knowledge of computer programming, mobile, and web technologies is a plus

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The base salary range for this full-time position is $88,000 to $100,000 + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

501-1,000 employees

Website

Online lessons for K-12 subjects

Company Overview

IXL is passionate about improving learning for all. They apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision
Matching 401K retirement plan
Flexible paid time off and sick days

Company Core Values

Passionate - We strive to create a work environment where all employees are united in our goal to delight and impress our customers, and to foster a culture that helps all IXLers thrive.
Tenacious - We seek out learning opportunities for ourselves, understand that feedback and mistakes are part of the process rather than something to fear, and embrace a growth mindset.
Authentic - We are authentic, kind, and honest in our interactions with our colleagues. We ask questions and listen to each other. And, we have fun and find joy in our work and collaborations.