- Subject Matter Expert: K–12 English Language Arts (US Curriculum)
- Location: Remote (Vietnam-based)
- Client: USA-based Education Leader
- Role Type: Freelance / Contract (Long-term potential)
Position Overview
We are seeking high-caliber Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design world-class digital ELA curricula for the US market. You will bridge the gap between rigorous academic standards and engaging digital learning. This role requires a deep insider understanding of US pedagogical shifts, particularly the move toward complex texts, evidence-based writing, and critical inquiry.
We are currently hiring across three distinct grade bands. Please specify your expertise in your application:
- Elementary (Grades 3–6): Focus on foundational literacy, vocabulary acquisition, and transitional fluency.
- Middle School (Grades 6–9): Focus on structural analysis, argumentative writing, and cross-disciplinary literacy.
- High School (Grades 9–12): Focus on rhetorical devices, sophisticated literary analysis, and college/career readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Instructional Design: Create age-appropriate lesson plans, teacher guides, and creative writing prompts aligned strictly with US Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
- Content Development: Author original reading passages or curate complex texts that meet specific Lexile® requirements for your designated grade band.
- Assessment Creation: Develop formative and summative evaluation tools that measure deep comprehension rather than rote memorization.
- Tech Integration: Build interactive modules using Articulate Rise and utilize AI tools to streamline content drafting and research (advanced training provided).
- Iterative Review: Collaborate with a US-based editorial team to refine content based on Voice and Tone feedback.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Academic Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, English Literature, or Linguistics (US or International University degree highly preferred).
- Curriculum Expertise: Proven track record in developing ELA content specifically for the US market (CCSS, TEKS, or similar).
- Cultural Fluency: An ear for American English. You must be able to write in a tone that feels authentic and inclusive to a US student in 2026.
- Tech Agility: Proficiency in (or a rapid ability to learn) Articulate Rise and a proactive attitude toward using Generative AI in the creative process.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience teaching in a US-curriculum International School (e.g., SSIS, UNIS, ISHCMC).
- Familiarity with Science of Reading (for K3–6) or Rhetorical Analysis (for K9–12).
- Previous experience working in a remote, async environment with US-based stakeholders.
Core Competencies
- Pedagogical Precision: You don't just know what to teach; you know how it should be scaffolded for different learner levels.
- Proactive Communication: You are comfortable working in a flat hierarchy, asking clarifying questions, and meeting tight deadlines.
- Creative Flair: The ability to turn a standard grammar lesson into a multimedia-rich, gamified experience.
Why Join This Project in Vietnam
- Upskilling: Master professional Instructional Design software (Articulate Rise) and AI-assisted workflows that are becoming the global industry standard.
- Flexibility: Work from anywhere in Vietnam. While we align with US deadlines, your daily schedule is flexible, provided you can join occasional evening sync calls with the US team.
- Professional Respect: We are looking for experts, not just content writers. Your pedagogical input will directly shape the final product.
