Copy Editor, SLA, Bilingual (Contract)

Amplify

10d • $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 Bilingual Copy Editor will work closely with content developers, language specialists, producers, and designers to build and improve Amplify English and Spanish Language Arts curriculum products. The person in this role is responsible for editing and proofreading ELA and SLA curriculum and other materials. This is a contract role expected to end 3/31/26.

Requirements

• 2+ years of copy editing experience in both Spanish and English, 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
• Native-level command of written and verbal Spanish, with excellent knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and other technical conventions of writing
• Advanced written and verbal understanding of the English language and rules of grammar, punctuation, and other technical aspects of writing
• Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication skills and an experience working collaboratively with team members, including writers, reviewers, graphic designers, and managers

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of elementary SLA and ELA products
• Working knowledge of English and Spanish literature and literacy
• Experience editing print and digital curricular materials

Responsibilities

• Copy edit and proofread Spanish and English curriculum products and other relevant materials (both print and digital components)
• Collaborate with writers and language specialists to understand their intended meaning and improve on the clarity of their text
• Identify inconsistencies and raise other content issues to writers for 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 alignment between student edition and teacher edition content
• Ensure content adheres to style guidelines and correct text when necessary
• Align all text to reflect in-house styles

What This Job Offers

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