Study.com

History Course Development Specialist - US & Modern European History Focus (Contract)

Posted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Study.com

  • Job overview

    The History Course Development Specialist role involves updating and enhancing college-level US and Modern European history courses to meet academic standards and improve learning outcomes.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The specialist will review and revise course objectives, competencies, skill-oriented sections, learning outcomes, assignment prompts, rubrics, and multiple choice questions to ensure course quality.

  • Compensation and benefits

    This is a remote contract position paid per piece with payments twice a month, automated invoicing, and flexible work hours.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a Master’s degree or higher in history with a US or European focus, college teaching experience, and course development experience; strong time management and collaboration skills are preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    The role offers a supportive remote work environment with flexibility to choose projects and work hours.

  • Company information

    Study.com is a leading online education platform with over 20 years of history, serving over 30 million learners monthly and focusing on accessible education and upward mobility.

  • Job location and travel

    This is a fully remote work-from-home contract position.

  • Application process

    Applicants must submit an application and resume, receive contract approval on Wednesdays, sign within 5 days, and complete onboarding the following Wednesday.

  • Unique job features

    The job offers flexible, remote contract work with per-piece payment and a supportive team to assist freelancers.

Company overview

Study.com is an online education platform that provides a vast array of video lessons, courses, and study materials for students, teachers, and professionals. They generate revenue through subscription services, offering access to educational content and resources for various academic levels and standardized test preparations. Founded in 2002, Study.com has grown significantly, emphasizing affordability and accessibility in education, and has become a trusted resource for millions of learners worldwide.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your Master’s degree in history and specific expertise in US and Modern European history, highlighting any course development or revision experience at the college level.

  • Showcase your teaching experience in higher education and your ability to create or update course objectives, learning outcomes, and assessment tools like rubrics and multiple choice questions.

  • Apply through multiple platforms such as Study.com’s corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and increase your chances of being noticed for this contract role.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Study.com’s curriculum design or course development teams; start conversations by complimenting recent course updates or asking about best practices in course design for online education.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'course development,' 'learning outcomes,' 'rubrics,' 'higher education,' and 'history curriculum,' ensuring it passes automated screenings effectively.

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