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Job Title: Sr Specialist, Learning Content

Department: Product Development

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Director, PK-12 Learning Experiences

Salary: $95,000-$110,000/year

About Illustrative Mathematics (IM)

IM is dedicated to creating a world where all learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. As a problem-based curriculum developer, we foster equity and deep understanding in math education through high-quality materials and professional learning. Our collaborative and mission-driven environment supports innovative thinkers who are passionate about transforming math education.

Position Overview

The Sr Specialist, Learning Content collaborates with content specialists to develop professional learning and curricular materials that advance IM’s mission of equitable, grade-level math access. This role co-writes content, leads medium-sized projects in transitional years, and provides grade-band expertise to expand IM PK–5 Math and IM 6–12 Math offerings. Additionally, this individual will be focused on understanding the needs of both students and adults who teach across transitional grade levels, while offering support for customization needs and special projects. The Sr Specialist, Learning Content addresses partner customization needs while driving IM’s equity-focused vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new iterations of IM content materials, aligning with IM’s broader organizational goals and equity-focused vision.
• Consult with Product Development Leadership to adapt existing products or create custom products to address district-specific requests strategically.
• Lead medium to large-scale projects by serving as the primary point of contact for content creation and delivery.
• Attend IM Community events and PL sessions (virtual and in-person) to maintain alignment between PL product development and adult learning needs.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure IM’s principles of teacher and student positioning, equity, and adult learning are embedded in PK–12 products.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• At least 5 years of working with mathematics content (TK-6, 4-9, or 5-12), including knowledge of the Common Core State Standards and Progressions Documents or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience facilitating and writing professional learning workshops and materials for elementary school, middle school, or high school educators or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience designing problem-based curriculum materials.
• Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in the USA.

Preferred:

• Expertise in:
• Alignment & Transition: Understanding of the approaches to support vertical alignment within grade bands as well as horizontal alignment around depth and complexity of both PL and curricular content.
• Enhancing Access & Equity: Expertise in authentic integration of culturally responsive and sustaining educational practices, universal design learning, multilingual learner supports, etc. within professional learning and curricular products.

What We Value at IM

At IM, we are committed to:

• Workplace Culture: Creating an atmosphere where everyone is represented and all voices are valued.
• Collaboration: Working together to solve complex problems and foster innovation.
• Continuous Learning: Encouraging personal and professional growth.
• Impact-Driven Work: Making a difference in math education through meaningful contributions.

Why Join IM?

• Supportive and mission-driven team culture.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
• Remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible PTO.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re interested in this role at IM.

Illustrative Mathematics is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate identity representation and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please complete all areas that are indicated as required (*) on the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Illustrative Mathematics is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and does not discriminate against any applicant, candidate, or staff member on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired for employee roles will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.