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Toolkit Tutors is hiring a Curriculum Writer - ELA NYS Regents Exam to develop and design instructional materials for a high-impact tutoring program. The role involves creating standards-aligned curriculum and assessments specifically tailored to improve student performance on the New York State English Language Arts Regents Exam while collaborating with tutors and instructional leaders to refine content based on feedback and student data.

Highlights

Develop scaffolded tutoring curriculum aligned with NYS Next Generation ELA Learning Standards and Regents Exam format.
Create modular lesson plans and activities for one-on-one and small-group tutoring.
Design practice assessments, reading selections, prompts, and model responses covering reading comprehension, argument essay, and text-analysis essay components.
Incorporate strategies for skill acceleration and confidence-building in struggling learners.
Align materials with trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and student-centered teaching approaches.
Collaborate with tutors, academic coordinators, and instructional leaders to ensure usability and effectiveness.
Iterate curriculum based on tutor feedback, student performance data, and program needs.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, 3+ years teaching high school ELA (preferably in NYS), and expertise with the NYS ELA Regents exam format and scoring.
Preferred qualifications include experience in high-impact tutoring, familiarity with Science of Reading, UDL, restorative practices, and use of digital curriculum tools.
Compensation ranges from $38 to $45 per hour depending on experience.

Curriculum Writer - ELA NYS Regents Exam Full Description

Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and mission-driven Curriculum Writer to design and develop instructional materials specifically for a high-impact tutoring program aimed at improving student outcomes on the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) Regents Exam. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in secondary ELA instruction, a deep understanding of the Regents exam, and a passion for educational equity.

The ideal candidate will create engaging, standards-aligned content that supports targeted, small-group tutoring sessions, addressing the specific learning needs of students who require intensive academic support.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop high-impact, scaffolded tutoring curriculum aligned with NYS Next Generation ELA Learning Standards and the ELA Regents Exam structure.
Create modular, flexible lesson plans and activities suitable for 1:1 and small-group tutoring environments.
Design practice assessments, reading selections, prompts, and model responses for key components of the Regents exam, including:
- Part 1: Reading Comprehension
- Part 2: Argument Essay
- Part 3: Text-Analysis Essay
Incorporate strategies for accelerating learning, closing skill gaps, and building confidence in struggling learners.
Align curriculum materials with trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and student-centered teaching practices.
Collaborate with tutors, academic coordinators, and instructional leaders to ensure curriculum usability and effectiveness in real-time tutoring settings.
Iterate and revise materials based on tutor feedback, student data, and evolving program needs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in English, Secondary Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field (Master’s preferred).
3+ years of experience teaching high school ELA, preferably in New York State.
Demonstrated expertise in the NYS ELA Regents Exam format, scoring criteria, and content.
Experience developing curriculum for tutoring, intervention, or academic support programs.
Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging instructional content.
Knowledge of instructional scaffolding, differentiation, and literacy intervention strategies.
Comfort working in fast-paced, collaborative, and equity-focused educational environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in high-dosage or high-impact tutoring programs.
Familiarity with the Science of Reading, UDL, and restorative teaching practices.
Experience using digital collaboration and curriculum development tools (e.g., Google Workspace, learning management systems, etc.).
Background in data-driven instruction or progress monitoring.

Benefits

$38 - $45 per hour, depending on experience

Original Job Description

Description

Position Overview:

Key Responsibilities:

Develop high-impact, scaffolded tutoring curriculum aligned with NYS Next Generation ELA Learning Standards and the ELA Regents Exam structure.
Create modular, flexible lesson plans and activities suitable for 1:1 and small-group tutoring environments.
Design practice assessments, reading selections, prompts, and model responses for key components of the Regents exam, including:
- Part 1: Reading Comprehension
- Part 2: Argument Essay
- Part 3: Text-Analysis Essay
Incorporate strategies for accelerating learning, closing skill gaps, and building confidence in struggling learners.
Align curriculum materials with trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and student-centered teaching practices.
Collaborate with tutors, academic coordinators, and instructional leaders to ensure curriculum usability and effectiveness in real-time tutoring settings.
Iterate and revise materials based on tutor feedback, student data, and evolving program needs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in English, Secondary Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field (Master’s preferred).
3+ years of experience teaching high school ELA, preferably in New York State.
Demonstrated expertise in the NYS ELA Regents Exam format, scoring criteria, and content.
Experience developing curriculum for tutoring, intervention, or academic support programs.
Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging instructional content.
Knowledge of instructional scaffolding, differentiation, and literacy intervention strategies.
Comfort working in fast-paced, collaborative, and equity-focused educational environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in high-dosage or high-impact tutoring programs.
Familiarity with the Science of Reading, UDL, and restorative teaching practices.
Experience using digital collaboration and curriculum development tools (e.g., Google Workspace, learning management systems, etc.).
Background in data-driven instruction or progress monitoring.

Benefits

$38 - $45 per hour, depending on experience

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Curriculum Writer - ELA NYS Regents Exam

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