Study.com

Psychology Lesson Writer (Contract)

Philippines

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Education, Online Education, E-LearningIndustries

Psychology Expert - Lesson Writer

Employment Type: Contract Location Type: Remote Salary: Paid per piece (rates vary based on complexity and length of content)

Position Overview

Study.com is seeking experienced Psychology Experts to create engaging and rigorous lessons for our educational platform. Our ideal expert possesses deep subject matter knowledge, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible manner while maintaining academic integrity. This is an online, remote contract role.

Responsibilities

As a Lesson Writer, you'll be responsible for:

  • Developing comprehensive college-level lessons (1,000-2,000 words) in your field of expertise.
  • Creating clear, accurate content that fully addresses the lesson topic while maintaining academic rigor.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • A higher degree (such as a master’s or doctorate) in:
    • Sociology
    • Anthropology
    • Ethnic studies
    • Gender studies
  • Experience teaching or tutoring topics at the college level, including:
    • Intercultural communication in the United States
    • History and impact of racism on the United States
    • History of eugenics and scientific racism in the United States
    • Social construction of race & ethnicity in the United States
    • Civil rights and social movements of the 20th century in the United States
  • Strong writing skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
  • The ability to meet deadlines and respond promptly to feedback.

What We Offer

  • Reliable Payments: Receive payments twice a month with automated invoicing.
  • Remote Work: This is a fully online, contracted work-from-home opportunity.
  • Flexibility: Work when you want, where you want, as often as you want, with no minimums or maximums.
  • Support: Our supportive staff is available to answer your questions and help you get up and running.

The Contract Process

  1. Complete the application and submit it with your resume.
  2. Applications are approved and contracts are sent on Wednesdays.
  3. Submit the contract within the 5-day signing window.
  4. The following Wednesday, you’ll receive onboarding instructions.

You can view a step-by-step overview of the contract process here: How to Become a Freelancer with Study.com

About Study.com

The mission of Study.com is to make education accessible. Over the last two decades, we’ve become the leading online education platform, delivering a personalized learning experience across a broad continuum of education for over 30 million students, instructors, and professionals every month. We help empower millions of learners to achieve their education and career goals. We focus on increasing access to education because we know information is the ultimate equalizer and that education is key to upward mobility.

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Skills

Academic Writing
Lesson Development
Subject Matter Expertise in Psychology
Complex Concept Explanation
Research and Content Creation
Meeting Deadlines
Responding to Feedback

Study.com

Online education platform with diverse courses

About Study.com

Study.com provides a wide range of online learning resources and courses for students, educators, and professionals. The platform offers video lessons, quizzes, and study materials that cater to K-12 students, college students, homeschoolers, and working professionals. Users can access the content through a subscription-based model, which includes different plans like the College Accelerator Edition that allows access to credit-granting exams. This model ensures consistent revenue and offers group pricing for schools, making it appealing for educational institutions. Unlike many competitors, Study.com focuses on a diverse clientele and provides both subscription access and individual course purchases, allowing users flexibility in their learning journey. The goal of Study.com is to make education more accessible and flexible for everyone.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employees
401(k) with employer match
20 - 30 PTO days each year (increases with tenure)
10 paid holidays
Work at home setup stipend
Company-sponsored gym memberships
Free Caltrain Pass
Tuition reimbursement and gift matching programs

Risks

Smartwatch distractions may affect Study.com's effectiveness in strict policy environments.
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT could overshadow Study.com's offerings.
Competitors offering similar free resources may challenge Study.com's unique value.

Differentiation

Study.com offers AI-powered Praxis Core Prep, enhancing teacher certification success.
Recognized in GSV 150 list for four consecutive years, showcasing digital learning leadership.
Subscription-based model ensures steady revenue with diverse course offerings.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-enabled educational tools boosts Study.com's market potential.
Partnership with Teach For America expands reach in underserved communities.
Virtual cultural exchange programs present new opportunities for content expansion.

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