CommonLit is a nonprofit edtech startup dedicated to providing high-quality literacy instruction to low-income students and students of color to prepare them for success in college and careers. We operate a free online reading program in English and Spanish for grades 3-12 (www.commonlit.org/es and www.commonlit.org) that is used by over 20 million teachers and students. CommonLit Español’s growing Spanish platform now offers over 800 lessons in Spanish used by teachers across Latin America and the US.
In this role, the Spanish Library Contractor will work with the CommonLit Español team to write, review and edit Spanish reading lessons and support library projects. We are looking for a native Spanish speaker with 2+ years of demonstrated success as a Spanish Dual Language or Spanish World Language teacher. Applicants should have experience developing high-quality lesson plans, strong writing and oral communication skills, and precise attention to detail
Responsibilities
Write, review, edit and copyedit Spanish literacy lessons
Develop a strong understanding of CommonLit’s Spanish digital library and how it is organized
Collaborate with colleagues on the CommonLit Español team
Qualifications
Fluency in Spanish (written and oral)
Experience reviewing and revising Spanish content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation and syntax
2+ years of demonstrated success as a Spanish Dual Language or Spanish World Language teacher
Experience developing high-quality lesson plans
Strong attention to detail and desire for feedback
Availability to work 10 - 20 hours per week
Lived experience or work experience in communities of color
How to Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter that describes your experience developing high-quality lesson plans.
Apply by Date
May 31, 2023 (via Lever)
Compensation
$200/text
This job is remote and can be done within the U.S. or internationally.
CommonLit is a nonprofit edtech startup dedicated to providing high-quality literacy instruction to low-income students and students of color to prepare them for success in college and careers. We operate a free online reading program in English and Spanish for grades 3-12 (www.commonlit.org/es and www.commonlit.org) that is used by over 20 million teachers and students. CommonLit Español’s growing Spanish platform now offers over 800 lessons in Spanish used by teachers across Latin America and the US.
