Science Content Writer (Freelance)

Ixl Learning - San Mateo, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Mateo, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Science Content Writer position at IXL Learning is a freelance role focused on creating engaging instructional content for high school chemistry or physics. The writer will collaborate with editors and curriculum designers to develop materials that resonate with a high school audience, ensuring adherence to established style guidelines and incorporating feedback effectively.

Responsibilities

• Researching informational topics of interest to a high school-aged audience
• Writing sentences, paragraphs, and longer passages for use in online activities
• Crafting questions, answers, and explanations based on guidelines and samples
• Adhering to conventions in The Chicago Manual of Style and an in-house style guide
• Accepting and implementing feedback

Requirements

• BS degree in chemistry, physics, or a related field
• Experience writing or teaching K-12 science content preferred
• Familiarity with chemistry or physics at a high school or collegiate level
• Exceptional writing skills, including a finely tuned sense of English grammar and usage
• Strong critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills
• The ability to be efficient and organized while working on multiple projects