Contractor Interior Design Content Developer

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About Us

Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. With 80+ years of history, Kaplan has been a beacon for expanding educational access and a leader in instructional innovation. 

Role 

We are looking for a remote Subject Matter Expert who will assist Kaplan's engineering team in developing material to prepare students for the NCIDQ Interior Design Certification examination. This is a remote opportunity with flexible hours (up to 20 per week).

Responsibilities 

The responsibilities of the Contractor may include: 

• Writing quiz questions & practice exam questions in the style of NCIDQ examinations.

• Writing study materials for any of the three separate NCIDQ exam sections: Fundamentals Exam (IDFX), the Professional Exam (IDPX), and the Practicum Exam (PRAC).

• Quality assurance reviews, technical reviews, and erratum correction.

• Contributing to suggested study plans, and providing feedback on customer expectations for study and preparation.

Skill Requirements 

The candidate must: 

• Have excellent command of the English language - both verbal and written.

• Have taken and passed within the last 7 years any section of the exam that they wish to contribute to.

• Have exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills

• Provide prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email. Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.

• Be highly motivated and take initiative proactively.

• Be receptive to feedback, meet deadlines, and take accountability for deliverables.

Preferred Skills

The candidate must: 

• Have experience tutoring/mentoring/educating Interior Design students or colleagues.

• Have experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations or other similar content.

Hours & Employment

This is a contract (1099) position. Projects will be assigned via separate contracts with discrete schedules and deliverables. There is no set working schedule or hours other than project deadlines as assigned. 

Equipment Required

Contractors must supply their own equipment and must have installed:

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Reader or Professional

Pay is per project based on contractor availability and experience, typically equivalent to $25-$50 per hour.

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At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards.  All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible.   And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

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.