Curriculum and Assessment Developer - English Literacy

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Division-Department: Curriculum and Training
Regular Work Location: Remote or Hybrid
Employment Category: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Curriculum & Assessment
Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Summary/Objective

The Curriculum and Assessment Developer — English Literacy plays a key role in developing, refining, and reviewing high-quality literacy curriculum, assessments, and instructional resources aligned with literacy research, learning science, and the Reading Horizons methodology. Working closely with the Director of Curriculum and Assessment and cross-functional partners, this role supports the creation of instructional materials, assessments, teacher resources, intervention supports, and related content that reflects evidence-based literacy practices and aligns with organizational goals. The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, execution-focused, and deeply knowledgeable in literacy instruction, curriculum development, and assessment design. 

Essential Functions

Curriculum & Assessment Development

 

• Interpret and apply state and national literacy standards to ensure curriculum, instruction, and assessments are appropriately aligned to grade-level expectations and intended learning outcomes.
• Develop, revise, and refine literacy curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with research-informed instructional principles.
• Create lessons, assessments, instructional routines, intervention materials, teacher resources, and supplemental instructional supports.
• Ensure instructional materials maintain fidelity to Reading Horizons' proprietary phonics methodology while supporting effective classroom implementation.
• Review curriculum and assessment materials for instructional accuracy, clarity, developmental appropriateness, standards alignment, and coherence across products and grade levels.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of print, digital, and blended learning experiences.
• Support the creation of rationale documentation, implementation guidance, and instructional support resources.
• Maintain established curriculum guidelines, quality standards, and editorial consistency across materials.
• Coordinate and review the work of contractors, providing feedback and oversight related to timelines, deliverables, and quality standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

 

• Collaborate with Curriculum and Assessment, Editorial, Design, and Software Development team members throughout product development cycles.
• Participate in curriculum and assessment planning discussions, contributing instructional expertise and implementation-focused feedback.
• Actively seek, listen to, and apply educator, student, and stakeholder feedback to support continuous improvement of materials.
• Work closely with internal and external contributors to ensure timely completion of deliverables and alignment to established expectations.

Research, Feedback & Continuous Improvement

• Stay informed on current literacy research, instructional best practices, and educational trends related to foundational literacy and assessment
• Apply research findings, product data, and implementation insights to improve instructional effectiveness and learner engagement
• Support initiatives aligned to HQIM criteria, state standards, and evidence-based literacy instruction
• Contribute to ongoing curriculum and assessment refinement through data analysis, review processes, and implementation feedback

Competencies

 

All team players at Reading Horizons are expected to demonstrate the following:

• Honor Commitments
• Speak Directly
• Think Team First
• Assume Positive Intent
• Live with Integrity

Role-specific competencies:

• Keep Current
• Be Process-Driven
• Embrace Change and Growth

Requirements:

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, English, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of experience in literacy instruction, curriculum development, assessment development, or instructional content development.
• Experience teaching reading and literacy in classroom settings.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based instructional practices, literacy and language research, and learning science, with the ability to translate research into effective instructional content.
• Experience developing instructional or assessment content for elementary literacy or intervention programs.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital tools, including Google Workspace, AI-supported workflows, and content management or collaborative development platforms.
• Experience interpreting and applying academic standards to curriculum, instruction, and assessment development, including evaluating alignment between standards, learning objectives, instructional content, and assessment items.

Preferred Education and Experience  

• Master's degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Reading endorsement or specialized literacy training (LETRS or similar).
• Experience developing both print and digital instructional materials.
• Familiarity with educational publishing workflows, HQIM criteria, and curriculum evaluation practices.
• Developed understanding of Reading Horizons products and instructional methodology, including classroom implementation experience.
• Bilingual English-Spanish proficiency preferred.

Travel Required

Some travel may be required once or twice per year for company events, school visits, or team collaboration.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform any and all essential functions.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, or sit, and occasionally bend or crouch down. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Remote or hybrid work environment. When on-site, ambient indoor temperatures, lighting, air quality, and low noise levels.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States, verified by completion of USCIS Form I-9. 

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Reading Horizons to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.