Job Description

Kaplan is seeking a Praxis (Teacher Licensure) Subject Matter Expert to join us as a Contractor to contribute to the development of test-like exam questions. This is a remote and asynchronous opportunity, allowing you the flexibility to complete the work outside of standard business hours.

As a vital member of our content development process, you will leverage your expertise and Praxis certification to review items and ensure the accuracy, relevance, and exam-like quality of our practice questions. You will work collaboratively with our Content Specialists, providing insightful feedback and revisions to help candidates effectively prepare for their Praxis teaching license or equivalent state educator certification.

Responsibilities

• Review batches of exam questions provided by the Kaplan Content Specialist.

• Evaluate questions against a provided checklist, ensuring they accurately reflect the style, content, and difficulty of the official Praxis exam.

• When needed, make necessary revisions and improvements to questions to enhance their quality and exam relevance.

• Submit marked-up Google Documents for each batch, clearly tracking all changes using Google Docs’ Track Changes feature.

• Ensure all content is accurate, error-free, and current with the latest Praxis (Teacher Licensure) specifications.

• Adhere to Kaplan’s requested style guide in all revisions and submissions.

• Participate in Kaplan’s standard content review cycle, addressing feedback on clarity, accuracy, formatting, and presentation.

• Rephrase and revise content to align with test-likeness.

• Respond to all review queries within 2 business days, or earlier if requested.

• Adhere to specified timelines for each batch of questions, as communicated by the Content Specialist.

Minimum Requirements

• Active Praxis teaching license or equivalent state educator certification or higher in the relevant field.

• Demonstrated deep understanding of official Praxis exam content, professional domain knowledge, and the exam format.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Excellent written communication and editing skills.

• Proficiency in using Google Docs and Google Drive.

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload effectively in a remote environment.

• Reliable internet access and communication methods.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience in instructional content development, particularly for the Praxis exam.

• Previous teaching or tutoring experience in the relevant education and teacher licensure subject area.

• Familiarity with principles of effective test question design.

Compensation & Timeline

• Rate: $30.00 per hour.

• Payment: Issued after all content feedback has been reviewed and approved by Kaplan and no questions remain.

• Starting Batch: Review 10 questions due within 2 business days.

• Following Batches: Review up to 150 questions within 3 business days.

• Total Questions: 1,000+ items will be created.

• Commitment: Minimum of 10 hours per week, with a possibility of up to 20 hours total.

To Apply

Please submit your resume or curriculum vitae highlighting your relevant experience and Praxis results, as well as any relevant content development or teaching experience.

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Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.