Content Developer
Boston, MA

Job Description

Content Developer

Description

At Pearson, we're committed to a world that's always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it's one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology - and each other to surpass these boundaries - we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global, large and small.

The Content Developer reports to the Content Development Manager and works as an individual contributor to the creation, release, and maintenance of online instructional content for media products by the Mathematics & Statistics Content Development group.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: writing content and correlations; assessing content viability and appropriateness; developing content in accordance with instructional objectives; ensuring consistency of products and their components; correcting errors and responding to quality assurance issues; addressing and responding to customer issues; and occasionally performing quality assurance testing.

The Content Developer acts as a subject matter expert on Pearson authoring standards and effective styles and formats of content based on product specs and authoring tools, and may periodically contribute to establishing and reviewing guidelines and standards in order to address the needs of our customers.The Content Developermay also participate in the development and testing of new products by creating and/or reviewing functional specs, providing feedback on new product features, and testing releases of the authoringtools.

The Content Developer should be able to apply experience and department guidelines to suggest effective solutions for unique situations, pinpoint strengths and weaknesses of various alternatives, and make or recommend appropriate decisions/solutions. The Content Developer should also be able to recognize high-quality work and identify and communicate risks, potential issues, or questions about current projects and schedules to the appropriate supervisor.

Qualifications

Related work experience

A minimum of 2 years of related experience in education technology is preferred.Mathematics teaching or tutoring experience is strongly desired.

Formal education or equivalent

BA/BS in mathematics or statistics required; additional background or coursework in mathematics education desired, but not required. Math content knowledge and expertise through college calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra required.

Skills

Good working knowledge of Office products, especially Word and Excel, and ability to use some advanced functionality of each application. Programming knowledge a plus. Good problem solving skills and eye for detail. Good English and technical written communication skills essential.Experience with educational technology.Must be able to manage time effectively in producing results. Good teamwork and collaborative skills.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Primary Location: US-MA-Boston

Work Locations: US-MA-Boston-501 Boylston 501 Boylston St Boston 02116

Job: Professional Development

Organization: Global Product

Employee Status: Regular Employee

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Job Posting: Jun 6, 2019

Job Unposting: Ongoing

Schedule: Full-time Regular

Req ID: 1907636

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.