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Amplify is developing and customizing a new K-12 math curriculum that is (1) consistent with a student-centered, problem based pedagogical philosophy, (2) supports students and teachers in developing positive math identities, (3) demonstrates the utility, power, and beauty of math, (4) builds inclusive classroom communities that celebrate diversity, and (5) assists educators in orchestrating productive mathematical discussions. The Curriculum Developer (CD) will work closely with the Curriculum Manager, Lead and fellow CDs to customize the Amplify Desmos Math curriculum for state adoptions, while also reviewing digital content and collaborating with other teams (e.g., Product, Design, Editorial, Graphing, etc.).

***This is a contract position beginning January 2024 and ending in January 2025.

Responsibilities of the Curriculum Developer:

• Write and/or customize student-facing and teacher-facing math content (lessons, practice questions, assessments, etc.) for print math environments for one specific grade level in K-5

• Meet weekly with the authoring team to give and receive feedback on content

• Peer-edit manuscripts with fellow CDs and review print proofs

• Regularly check against errata trackers, making fixes to print components where appropriate

• Ensure print alignment (where necessary) to digital curriculum

• Commitment to creating a representative, equitable curriculum that supports traditionally marginalized students

Basic Qualifications of the Curriculum Developer:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of experience working either (1) in educational settings, with evidence of excellence in instruction in math at relevant age levels or (2) at a PK-12 curriculum publishing company, with a focus on elementary mathematics

• Experience teaching math in grades 4-5 is required, please ensure it is demonstrated on your resume

• Understanding of the progression of common core, Texas, or other state standards relative to grades 4 and 5

• Experience supporting students with disabilities and English Language Learners

Preferred Qualifications of the Curriculum Developer:

• Graduate degree in early childhood education, elementary education, mathematics education, or similarly relevant subject area

• Experience developing or implementing a problem-based curriculum

• Proven experience working with diverse students

• Experience using technology to support mathematics instruction

Pay Transparency:
This is a contract position beginning in January 2024 and ending in January 2025. The starting
hourly rate for this position is $40.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.