IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an experienced, passionate educator to join our team as a Math Curriculum Designer. In this role, you'll lend your specialized knowledge and expertise in K–12 math education to help the curriculum design team craft exceptional learning experiences for elementary and early secondary students. 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 in our San Mateo, CA headquarters office.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Design creative, engaging, interactive activities both online and in print.
- Write rigorous and mathematically correct content.
- Consult with other curriculum designers to ensure content is age-appropriate and meets educational objectives.
- Collaborate with visual designers, curriculum managers, and company leaders to determine appropriate instructional approaches.
- Research and apply content requirements across many states.
- Develop and manage project plans to create and deliver high-quality math content.
- Ensure all project milestones are achieved within set deadlines.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree in a math or education-related field required - advanced degree preferred.
- K–12 math teaching experience - experience as math coach or math supervisor preferred.
- Excellent writing ability.
- Experience in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas.
- Highly self-motivated and efficient with superb attention to detail.
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION
- Your resume.
- A cover letter under 600 words that addresses the following questions: What are some challenges in developing online math content for students in grades K-12? How might your background and skill set help you address those challenges?
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com.
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages.
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects.
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.