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Nelson Education Ltd. is Canada’s leading K–12 educational publisher, offering innovative products and solutions that cater to learners of all ages. With a legacy of forward-thinking, Nelson provides trusted resources and new inspiration to support div...

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Translator & Editor- French (Freelance)

3 months ago

Canada

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Senior

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Description

Translate, write, research, edit, storyboard, and create student- and teacher-facing content for Edwin.
Adapt learning materials across language, social studies, science, and math to support French Immersion and Core French programs.
Use an agile workflow to develop app-ready content and meet target timelines for high-priority projects.
Respond to internal and external content requests related to new development, licensing, or repackaging of content.
Communicate requirements, delegate tasks, and review the work of staff and freelancers when needed.
Collaborate with Content & Curriculum leads to prioritize revisions and additions based on customer feedback and usage data.
Manage editorial calendars, authoring templates, guidelines, and best practices for consistent and inclusive content.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to conceptualize engaging learning experiences that drive usage and retention.
Develop content outlines, release schedules, and oversee content through to publication in the app.
Support marketing by providing key benefit statements for profiled learning experiences when needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, French, Linguistics, Translation, or a related field, or equivalent education and professional experience in K–12 settings.
Exceptional understanding of K–12 pedagogy, curriculum, and instructional design.
Demonstrated experience supporting French Immersion and Core French programs.
High proficiency in both French and English, with the ability to translate and adapt educational content accurately for student audiences.
Experience with educational translation and localization, including linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and age-appropriate language.
Knowledge of second-language acquisition principles and best practices for French Immersion instruction.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with educators, curriculum developers, and subject-matter experts.
Proven experience developing, adapting, and reviewing French Immersion learning resources aligned with curriculum outcomes in Canada.
Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and editorial judgment.
Experience creating inclusive, accessible, and culturally responsive educational materials that support UDL.
Experience working within provincial or territorial curriculum frameworks is an asset.
Significant experience authoring, editing, and creating content for web, app, videos, interactives, and/or games in the EdTech sector.
A flexible technological mindset with openness to new software, AI, and evolving technology requirements.
Working knowledge of HTML is a bonus.

Benefits

Freelance work is paid on a work-for-hire basis.
Freelancers submit invoices for work on agreed-upon tasks and projects.
Pay rates vary based on experience and skill level.
Some work may be paid using predetermined task-based flat rates.

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