[Remote] Copy Editor, ELA (Contract)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amplify is a pioneer in K–12 education leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. The Copy Editor will work closely with content developers, producers, and designers to edit and improve English Language Arts curriculum products, ensuring clarity and adherence to style guidelines. Responsibilities • Copy, edit, and proofread curriculum and other relevant materials (both print and digital components) • Collaborate with writers to understand their intended meaning and improve on the clarity of their text • Identify inconsistencies and raise other content issues for writers to resolve • Check the accuracy and reliability of all content from external sources, such as: direct quotes, page references, common literary and cultural references, and non-curriculum texts Ensure content adheres to style guidelines and correct text when necessary • Ensure alignment between student edition and teacher edition content • Align all text to reflect in-house styles Skills • 2+ years of copy editing experience with a track record of producing clean documents on time with a bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience • Proven advanced understanding of the English language and rules of grammar, punctuation, and other technical aspects of writing • Excellent communication skills and experience working collaboratively with others, including editors, writers, reviewers, graphic designers, and managers • Extreme attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines • Working knowledge of English Language Arts curriculum products • Working knowledge of literature and/or literacy • Experience editing print and digital curricular materials Company Overview • A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and formative assessment. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.amplify.com. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job