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IXL Learning is hiring a Localization Content Editor, Canada (Freelance). The role involves reviewing and adapting educational content in language arts, math, and science to ensure linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and grade-level appropriateness for the Canadian edition. The editor will collaborate with curriculum designers and content writers to maintain consistency and answer queries related to Canadian English and culture.

Highlights

Review and adapt IXL content for Canadian English spelling, grammar, terminology, and cultural relevance
Ensure content meets grade-level appropriateness and complies with the IXL style guide
Collaborate with curriculum designers and content writers on content quality and consistency
Provide support on Canadian English language and cultural questions
Require BA/BS degree and prior editing experience
Must have impeccable knowledge of Canadian English conventions and strong writing/editing skills
Familiarity with style manuals such as The Chicago Manual of Style
Proficiency in Google Docs and Google Sheets
Understanding of K–12 student reading levels and Canadian culture
Experience or interest in Canadian education system and subjects like math, science, or English is a plus

Localization Content Editor, Canada (Freelance) Full Description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Localization Editor with demonstrated expertise in Canadian English language conventions and culture. In this role, you will work closely with curriculum designers and content writers to ensure our language arts, math, and science items are linguistically correct, grade appropriate, and culturally suitable for the Canadian edition of our product.

This is a remote 1099 consulting role for 6 months with possible extension. It is open to candidates in the US, UK, or Canada.

#LI-REMOTE

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Review IXL content and suggest necessary adaptations for our Canadian edition. Considerations will include:
- Spelling, punctuation, grammar, and terminology conventions of Canadian English
- Cultural relevance for Canadian students (i.e., avoiding US-centrism)
- Adherence to IXL style guide specifications
- Grade-level appropriateness
Ensure overall quality and consistency of language arts, math, and science content for Canada
Answer IXL queries pertaining to Canadian English language and cultural customs

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

BA/BS degree in a relevant field and prior experience in an editing role
Impeccable knowledge of Canadian English linguistic conventions
Superior writing and editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Familiarity working with style manuals and guides (e.g., The Chicago Manual of Style)
Strong understanding of Canadian culture and customs
Understanding of K–12 students’ reading and knowledge levels
Strong communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines and be efficient and organized while managing a queue of assignments
Proficiency in Google Docs and Google Sheets
Experience or interest in the Canadian education system is a plus
Experience or background in math, science, or English language arts is a plus

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Original Job Description

This is a remote 1099 consulting role for 6 months with possible extension. It is open to candidates in the US, UK, or Canada.

#LI-REMOTE

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Review IXL content and suggest necessary adaptations for our Canadian edition. Considerations will include:
- Spelling, punctuation, grammar, and terminology conventions of Canadian English
- Cultural relevance for Canadian students (i.e., avoiding US-centrism)
- Adherence to IXL style guide specifications
- Grade-level appropriateness
Ensure overall quality and consistency of language arts, math, and science content for Canada
Answer IXL queries pertaining to Canadian English language and cultural customs

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

BA/BS degree in a relevant field and prior experience in an editing role
Impeccable knowledge of Canadian English linguistic conventions
Superior writing and editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Familiarity working with style manuals and guides (e.g., The Chicago Manual of Style)
Strong understanding of Canadian culture and customs
Understanding of K–12 students’ reading and knowledge levels
Strong communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines and be efficient and organized while managing a queue of assignments
Proficiency in Google Docs and Google Sheets
Experience or interest in the Canadian education system is a plus
Experience or background in math, science, or English language arts is a plus

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

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