Freelance Curriculum Writer - K-5 ELA

About the Role: As a Freelance ELA Writer, you will author short-form fiction and nonfiction texts designed to captivate elementary students. Your work will span two primary writing formats: Decodable Texts: Strictly adhering to targeted phonics scopes, sequences, and high-frequency word lists for early readers. Authentic Read-Alouds: Writing rich, complex short-form texts free from phonetic restrictions to build vocabulary and background knowledge. All content will directly reinforce core knowledge-building unit concepts (e.g., science, history, community). Key Responsibilities Draft Engaging Content: Write developmentally appropriate, highly engaging, and culturally responsive short stories and informational pieces. Navigate Phonics Constraints: Strictly follow provided phonics sequences to write high-quality decodable readers. Craft Read-Alouds: Author complex texts to boost student vocabulary and world knowledge. Integrate Concepts: Weave specific unit themes and Tier-2 vocabulary seamlessly into the content. Revise & Refine: Collaborate with curriculum editors and literacy experts to refine texts based on feedback.

Qualifications Writing Experience: Proven experience writing children's literature or educational curriculum texts (portfolio required; published authors strongly preferred). Literacy Expertise: Deep understanding of the Science of Reading, structured literacy, and text decodability. Versatile Storytelling: Ability to craft compelling narratives and clear informational texts within tight phonetic constraints. Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to following exact scope and sequence guidelines.

Background: K-5 classroom teaching, literacy instruction, or educational content design background preferred.