[Remote] Senior Content Creator, Test Prep and ELA at Khan Academy

Mountain View, California, United States

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Requirements

5+ years of experience in test prep
At least 3 years of direct experience with the SAT/PSAT Reading and Writing test
2 years of experience developing exercise practice content
Proven ability to create high-quality educational content
Experience expanding high school ELA courses aligned to CCSS or other state standards
Experience with content management systems
Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Design, Product, Programs, Districts, and Marketing
Experience representing a team in meetings with external partners

Responsibilities

Expand test prep offerings (mainly SAT/PSAT Reading and Writing, and potentially Math)
Expand high school ELA courses aligned to CCSS or other state standards
Develop new passages, standards-aligned exercises, assessment items, and articles
Conduct reviews and provide feedback on content drafted by contractors
Work cross-functionally with various teams on course-related tasks
Refine systems and processes for test prep content creation and maintenance
Represent the test prep team in meetings with external partners
Learn and use the content management system to expand and improve existing courses
Triage and respond to user feedback and data in test prep courses

Skills

Khan Academy

Provides free online educational resources

About Khan Academy

Khan Academy offers free online educational resources and courses for students of all ages. The platform provides instructional videos, practice exercises, and a personalized learning dashboard that allows users to learn at their own pace. Students can access a wide range of subjects, including math, science, history, and more, making it a comprehensive learning tool. Unlike many other educational platforms, Khan Academy focuses on providing all its resources for free, ensuring that anyone with internet access can benefit from high-quality education. The goal of Khan Academy is to democratize education and make learning accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$15.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Social Impact, EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible time off

401(k) + matching

Affinity groups

Paid parental leave

Fun virtual events

Risks

Reliance on AI tools raises concerns about data privacy and security.

Partnership with Microsoft may limit flexibility in technology choices.

Resistance from educators towards AI tools in humanities subjects could hinder adoption.

Differentiation

Khan Academy offers a mastery-based learning system for personalized student progress.

The platform provides free SAT, LSAT, and Praxis prep in collaboration with major organizations.

Khan Academy's AI tool, Khanmigo, enhances learning with GPT-4 technology.

Upsides

Khan Academy's partnerships expand its reach and resources, enhancing educational offerings.

Growing demand for personalized learning tools boosts Khan Academy's relevance and adoption.

Increased philanthropic funding supports Khan Academy's mission to democratize education.

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