IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an item writer to join our math content team. In this role, you will collaborate with curriculum designers to write creative and engaging math problems for middle and high school students. This includes calculus.

This is a 1099 consulting role through summer 2026 with possible extension.

What You'll Be Doing

• Write engaging and challenging math problems that align with specific educational goals, with a primary emphasis on creating word problems
• Adhere to the format and style guidelines established by the IXL curriculum design team
• Develop age-appropriate, mathematically precise explanations
• Collaborate with math curriculum designers to meet project deadlines
  
  

What We're Looking For

• BA/BS degree in mathematics or mathematics education; currently enrolled students are welcome to apply
• Solid writing and grammar knowledge, with the ability to match writing style to provided examples
• Strong knowledge of middle school through calculus math curriculum is required
• Prior math item writing experience is preferred
  
  

What To Include In Your Application

• Your resume
• A cover letter that addresses the characteristics of an effective middle school math word problem
  
  

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.

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.