Job description
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a Language Learning Specialist with a primary focus on Endangered Languages to join our Rosetta Stone curriculum development team. The Rosetta Stone immersive language learning platform is trusted by individuals, schools, and global enterprises alike. #LI-SR1
In this role, you will use your expertise in language acquisition and linguistics to craft creative, engaging, and informative online courses designed for learners of Native American and other languages. Your strong writing skills, creative problem solving, educational insights, and commitment to quality will support our ongoing projects, including those in which we collaborate with clients to create customized programs that support their language learning, preservation, and revitalization goals.
This is a full-time position in our Harrisonburg, VA area office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, visual designers, and media developers to create instructional content
- Design, write, and edit clear and engaging interactive instructional content that models and practices accurate language usage
- Ensure content meets internal curriculum and style guidelines, as well as appropriate educational standards
- Develop and manage project plans to coordinate the work of subject matter experts, curriculum development, and media development teams
- Ensure project milestones are achieved within set deadlines
- Use proprietary software tools to implement, review, and publish final content
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Second Language Acquisition, Linguistics, Education, or a related field
- Five years’ experience in instructional design or curriculum development for language acquisition
- Experience learning or researching a Native American or endangered language
- Excellent writing and editing abilities
- Native-level fluency in English, plus proficiency in at least one other language
- Experience facilitating intercultural communication and problem-solving
- Ability to adapt quickly to evolving technology and conditions
- Strong critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills
- Can-do attitude with openness to others’ ideas
- Highly self-motivated and efficient with superb attention to detail
- Ability to travel periodically for on-site work with clients
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION
- Your resume
- A cover letter under 600 words that addresses the following questions: What are some challenges in designing and developing successful online language learning content for languages that have few native speakers and minimal documentation? How might your background and skill set help you address those challenges? (Please refrain from using ChatGPT or other AI tools when writing your cover letter. We want to get to know the real you!)
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country’s largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation’s largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we’re looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
