Project Based Freelance Contributor - Assessment Item Specialist, Science (Remote, US)

1 month ago
Freelance
Junior
Quality Assurance and Testing
Newsela

Newsela

Newsela is an Instructional Content Platform that supercharges reading engagement and learning in every subject. They provide engaging, relevant instructional content for teachers that both educates and inspires. With a focus on meaningful classroom le...

Diversified Consumer Services
251-1K
Founded 2013
$172M raised

Description

  • Create original science assessment items, tasks, and stimuli aligned to NGSS or state-specific standards.
  • Transfer and format existing science assessments and items from district and state sources into the Formative platform.
  • Produce and configure technology-enhanced items (TEIs) and ensure accurate metadata tagging and technical functionality.
  • Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure science content is unbiased, scientifically accurate, and meets editorial standards.
  • Evaluate and validate Depth of Knowledge (DOK) for assessment items to confirm cognitive rigor and alignment.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations on content tools and item bank features to improve development workflows.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of direct experience writing and reviewing science assessment items on a commercial scale.
  • Experience with an EdTech company, testing vendor, or educational publisher preferred.
  • Strong understanding of educational assessment design, including formative, common, and summative assessments.
  • Deep familiarity with NGSS and state-specific science frameworks.
  • Ability to apply standards alignment principles with rigor and consistency.
  • Experience authoring technology-enhanced items (TEIs) and working in digital assessment platforms.
  • Knowledge of style guides and best practices for fairness, bias, and accessibility.
  • Proven ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail.
  • Legally authorized to work in the US.

Benefits

  • Fully remote work from home environment.
  • Per-project freelance compensation with rates based on scope and complexity.
  • Upfront project details and pricing provided before accepting an assignment.
  • Opportunity to contribute to K-12 education and support teachers and students nationwide.

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