[Remote] Learning Experience Designer at Newsela

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Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional experience in STEM content development for a publisher or educational technology company
  • Published writing and editing experience with a strong preference for prior experience specifically writing or editing STEM content
  • Strong knowledge of science and math standards and STEM instruction
  • Experience designing lessons and assessments for various grade levels (K-8 preferred)
  • Familiarity with educational publishing standards and instructional technology
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency with content authoring tools (e.g., Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems, and digital curriculum platforms)
  • Comfort with and enthusiasm for using AI in the content development process

Responsibilities

  • Curate, edit, and occasionally author student- and teacher-facing STEM content
  • Coordinate freelance writers and editors
  • Ensure every asset meets standards for engagement, instructional value, accuracy, and accessibility
  • Collaborate with STEM learning designers, editors, product managers, and software engineers to deliver compelling, standards-aligned materials
  • Leverage AI tools to streamline ideation, drafting, editing, and quality checks
  • Drive real classroom impact by refining standards-aligned STEM articles, assessments, images, and videos for K–12
  • Own content selection and leveling; write age-appropriate copy with a strong editorial lens
  • Review content for standards alignment and suggest tooling to assist in this process
  • Run final QA (metadata, guidelines, best practices)
  • Partner with Ops and cross-functional teams, keep work transparent in production tools, and lead or contribute initiatives

Skills

Newsela

Provides tailored educational content for K-12

About Newsela

Newsela offers tailored educational content for K-12 students, providing engaging instructional materials in subjects like English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Schools and districts subscribe to access a library of articles that are updated daily and available at five different reading levels, ensuring accessibility for all students. The platform integrates with Learning Management Systems and includes features like activities and reporting tools to support teachers. Newsela's goal is to enhance student engagement and improve teaching methods through flexible, standards-aligned resources.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$167.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
EducationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance
Pet insurance
Work from home
Parental leave
Flexible PTO
Inclusive experiences
Professional development

Risks

Partnerships with controversial content providers may lead to backlash and affect market reach.
Recent layoffs could indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
New CEO Pep Carrera may lead to strategic shifts disrupting client relationships.

Differentiation

Newsela offers content at five reading levels, catering to diverse student needs.
The platform integrates with Learning Management Systems for seamless educational content delivery.
Newsela's partnerships enhance its content library, supporting social-emotional learning initiatives.

Upsides

Increased demand for personalized learning tools boosts Newsela's growth potential.
The acquisition of Formative enhances Newsela's real-time assessment capabilities.
Hybrid learning models increase demand for Newsela's flexible digital content.

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