Copy Editor, ELA (Contract)

Amplify

8d • $40 - $45

About The Position

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com. Job Description: The Copy Editor will work closely with content developers, producers, and designers to build and improve Amplify English Language Arts curriculum products. The person in this role is responsible for editing and proofreading ELA curriculum and other materials, along with tracking and researching reported errata items in published existing products, both print and digital. This is a contract role.

Requirements

• 2+ years of copy editing experience with a track record of producing clean documents on time with a bachelors degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Proven advanced understanding of the English language and rules of grammar, punctuation, and other technical aspects of writing
• Excellent communication skills and experience working collaboratively with others, including editors, writers, reviewers, graphic designers, and managers
• Extreme attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of English Language Arts curriculum products
• Working knowledge of literature and/or literacy
• Experience editing print and digital curricular materials

Responsibilities

• Copy, edit, and proofread curriculum and other relevant materials (both print and digital components)
• Collaborate with writers to understand their intended meaning and improve on the clarity of their text
• Identify inconsistencies and raise other content issues for writers to resolve
• Check the accuracy and reliability of all content from external sources, such as: direct quotes, page references, common literary and cultural references, and non-curriculum texts
• Ensure content adheres to style guidelines and correct text when necessary
• Ensure alignment between student edition and teacher edition content
• Align all text to reflect in-house styles

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees