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Amplify is hiring a Lead Content and Instructional Specialist, English Language Arts (Contract). This role involves leading the review and revision of K–5 ELA instructional content to ensure alignment with Texas state standards and Amplify's curriculum quality, while managing a team of content writers to deliver clear, rigorous educational materials.

Highlights

Review and revise K–5 English Language Arts content for alignment with TEKS, ELPS, and state-specific criteria.
Ensure instructional materials meet quality standards and support diverse learners across Texas.
Provide editorial guidance and feedback to a team of content writers to ensure consistency and coherence.
Collaborate with Spanish content leads for alignment between English and Spanish materials.
Adapt texts and resources for lessons and assessments as needed.
Manage revision cycles and implement feedback to meet project deadlines.
Strong knowledge of foundational literacy, reading comprehension, writing, and language development for K–5.
Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field; 3+ years teaching or curriculum development experience.
Preferred qualifications include graduate degree, experience leading content developers, and familiarity with Texas curriculum standards.
Hourly compensation between $45 and $55.

Lead Content and Instructional Specialist, English Language Arts (Contract) Full Description

Lead Content and Instructional Specialist, English Language Arts (Contract)

Remote - United States

Full time

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 Summary:

Amplify is seeking a Lead Content and Instructional Specialist to lead the review and refinement of K–5 English Language Arts materials to meet the needs of educators and students in Texas.

In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and revising instructional content to ensure alignment with state expectations, instructional best practices, and Amplify’s commitment to high-quality, standards-based curriculum. You will also oversee project work from a team of content writers—providing editorial guidance, actionable feedback, and content expertise to help guide the work.

This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in K–5 literacy instruction, a strong editorial skillset, and experience adapting or aligning curriculum to Texas standards.

*This is a contract role that is expected to last until April 30th, 2026.

Essential Responsibilities:

Review and revise English Language Arts content for clarity, accuracy, rigor, and alignment to TEKS, ELPS, and other state-specific criteria.
Ensure all instructional materials meet Amplify’s quality standards and are appropriate for a wide range of learners across Texas.
Oversee a team of content writers: provide regular feedback, support their development, and ensure consistency and instructional coherence across lessons.
Collaborate closely with Spanish content leads to ensure alignment in structure and intent between English and Spanish materials, where applicable.
Help identify and adapt texts and instructional resources for use in lessons and assessments.
Manage revision cycles and feedback implementation to meet project timelines and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of K–5 English Language Arts instruction, including foundational literacy, reading comprehension, writing, and language development.
Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
3+ years of experience teaching ELA or developing ELA curriculum at the elementary level.
Experience developing or reviewing instructional materials aligned to state standards.
Excellent editorial judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple feedback cycles.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and balance work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree in a relevant field.
Experience leading or mentoring other content developers or teachers.
Background in educational publishing or curriculum development.
Familiarity with the Texas instructional landscape or state-level curriculum review processes.
Comfort working in digital platforms and collaborative authoring environments.

Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $45 - $55.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.

If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.

Amplify is an E-Verify participant.

Original Job Description

Lead Content and Instructional Specialist, English Language Arts (Contract)

Remote - United States

Full time

Job Description Summary:

Amplify is seeking a Lead Content and Instructional Specialist to lead the review and refinement of K–5 English Language Arts materials to meet the needs of educators and students in Texas.

This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in K–5 literacy instruction, a strong editorial skillset, and experience adapting or aligning curriculum to Texas standards.

*This is a contract role that is expected to last until April 30th, 2026.

Essential Responsibilities:

Review and revise English Language Arts content for clarity, accuracy, rigor, and alignment to TEKS, ELPS, and other state-specific criteria.
Ensure all instructional materials meet Amplify’s quality standards and are appropriate for a wide range of learners across Texas.
Oversee a team of content writers: provide regular feedback, support their development, and ensure consistency and instructional coherence across lessons.
Collaborate closely with Spanish content leads to ensure alignment in structure and intent between English and Spanish materials, where applicable.
Help identify and adapt texts and instructional resources for use in lessons and assessments.
Manage revision cycles and feedback implementation to meet project timelines and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of K–5 English Language Arts instruction, including foundational literacy, reading comprehension, writing, and language development.
Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
3+ years of experience teaching ELA or developing ELA curriculum at the elementary level.
Experience developing or reviewing instructional materials aligned to state standards.
Excellent editorial judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple feedback cycles.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and balance work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree in a relevant field.
Experience leading or mentoring other content developers or teachers.
Background in educational publishing or curriculum development.
Familiarity with the Texas instructional landscape or state-level curriculum review processes.
Comfort working in digital platforms and collaborative authoring environments.

Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $45 - $55.

Amplify is an E-Verify participant.

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