Spanish Copy Editor (Contract)

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

Job Description Summary: 

The Spanish Copy Editor will work closely with language specialists, content developers, producers, and designers to build and improve the Amplify Elementary Spanish Language Arts curriculum product. The person in this role is responsible for copy editing elementary SLA curriculum and other materials in Spanish.

*This is a contract role.
 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Copy edit Spanish curriculum and other relevant materials (both print and digital components)

• Collaborate with writers to understand their intended meaning and improve on the clarity of their text

• Identify inconsistencies and raise other content issues to writers for resolve

• Check the accuracy of direct quotes and details such as page references and material/resource references

• Ensure content adheres to style guidelines and correct text when necessary

• Align all text to reflect in-house styles

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 4+ years of copy editing Spanish-language texts, with a proven record of producing clean documents on time

• Native-level command of written and verbal Spanish, with excellent knowledge of the grammar, punctuation, and other technical conventions of writing

• Excellent written and verbal understanding of the English language and rules of grammar, punctuation, and other technical aspects of writing

• Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to work flexibly and independently on multiple projects at the same time, as part of a fast-paced and energetic team

• Availability expected during standard office hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of elementary SLA products

• Working knowledge of literature and/or early literacy

• Experience editing print and digital curricular materials

• Outstanding communication skills and an experience working collaboratively with team members, including writers, reviewers, graphic designers, and managers

• Experience and comfort with an all-digital, remote editing environment

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this role is $40.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans.  If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.

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