
Content Proofreader, Takeoff (Freelance) at IXL Learning (United States)
IXL Learning· United States·
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Job description
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Content Proofreader to join our team. In this role, you will proofread web content and PDFs, ensuring the content is accurate and meets our quality standards. You might be a great fit if you are a natural perfectionist and enjoy making sure materials are polished and error-free.
This is a 1099 consulting role that is remote for 6 months with possible extension. #LI-REMOTE
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Proofread educational content for accuracy, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency
- Use your sharp eye for detail to compare website text and PDFs side-by-side to ensure accuracy
- Clearly communicate issues and inconsistencies to relevant team members
- Collaborate with curriculum designers and project managers to meet project deadlines
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Excellent attention to detail and prior proofreading/editing experience are required
- Proficiency with Google Sheets and Google Docs
- Availability for up to 10 hours per week; possibly more depending on projects
- Ability to work independently, meeting weekly deadlines
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
- teacherspayteachers.com 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.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
Why work at IXL Learning
- Mission-driven work: Employees report pride in working on a product that directly improves education for millions of students builtin.com.
- Collaborative engineering culture: Quotes from employees highlight “supportive and highly capable coworkers” and “solving engineering challenges to continually improve the product” builtin.com.
- Workplace policy: Primarily in-office, with offices in San Mateo (HQ), Raleigh, Providence, Toronto, and other U.S. locations. Remote roles are limited builtin.com.
- Employee rating: 3.3 / 5 (466 reviews) on LinkedIn, with work-life balance at 3.6, culture 3.1, compensation 2.8, and career opportunities 2.8. Strengths are stability and meaningful work; compensation is a noted weakness linkedin.com.
- Notable perks: Not detailed in search results, but the company has a long tenure and offers professional growth opportunities (e.g., curriculum designers, sales consultants, engineering roles).
- Recent departures: Some senior employees have left (e.g., Lead Psychometrician, Freelance Art Director), but overall headcount is growing.