Curriculum Builder – OpenLiteracy

Remote | Part-time Contract (1099)

$28 - $34 /hour commensurate with experience

5-15 hours/week (variable based on need and availability)

About OpenLiteracy

40% of fourth graders in this country read below grade level. At OpenLiteracy, our mission is to change that, one student at a time. We offer a suite of products and services designed to meet students and educators where they are: a purchasable reading curriculum grounded in the Science of Reading, Tier 2 intervention support for classroom educators, and high-impact, individualized Tier 3 tutoring. We don't just teach reading. We grow readers.

As our programs grow, we’re hiring a Curriculum Builder to help us expand our resources and keep their quality high as we work to make a difference in literacy outcomes across the country.

What you’ll do

• Build new Science-of-Reading-aligned lessons, practice activities, and student materials that align with our brand and existing content
• Support in building educator-facing materials and updating existing curriculum materials as we prepare for a large-scale product launch
• Complete QA (Quality Assurance) processes to review new and existing curriculum and supplemental materials for accuracy, scope and sequence alignment, formatting, and overall brand consistency
• Work with the Curriculum Team to turn feedback and student data into stronger, easy-to-use materials

Qualifications

Required

• A strong grounding in the Science of Reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
• Experience teaching, tutoring, and/or writing curriculum for K–6 readers
• A creative, design-focused mind and a sharp eye for detail to make sure materials are clear, consistent, and error-free
• Comfort working in the Google Workspace, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
• Able to commit to at least 10 hours per week, scheduled at your convenience
• U.S. work authorization, U.S. mailing address, and ability to receive U.S. bank deposits

Preferred

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle several projects at once
• Familiarity with UFLI Foundations or similar structured literacy programs
• Experience supporting English Learners, students with disabilities, and/or other diverse student groups

Application Process

1. Complete the online application and answer a few short questions about your experience building curriculum tools and your knowledge of Google Suite
2. (by invitation): Complete a short series of tasks designed to show off who you are as a curriculum builder
3. (by invitation): Meet with a member of our hiring team for a short interview

Please understand, due to a high volume of applicants, we will not be able to provide individualized feedback or answer personal questions.

OpenLiteracy is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. We encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds to apply.