Accessibility Specialist, K-A1 Math Content Developer

18 hours ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States Amplify Full time

A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

Description:

The Accessibility Specialist, K-A1 Math Content Developer coordinates, authors, and publishes accessibility supports, primarily text-based content, in both print and digital contexts for the Amplify Desmos Math K-5 curriculum. **This is a contract position**

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop guidelines for accessibility supports in the Curriculum.
  • Create content with accessibility in mind, including alternatives for media content.
  • Incorporate content accessibility requirements into content authoring workflows.
  • Manage the process and deadlines for creating accessibility supports.
  • Perform other tasks to support accessibility support development as needed.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in special education, elementary education, mathematics education, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience creating accessible content for K-5 students using plain language and clear, structured content, and providing alternatives as needed.
  • 2+ years of experience creating content that reflects diversity and inclusion.
  • Knowledge of digital accessibility and disability inclusion.
  • Knowledge of the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and other regulations related to content accessibility.
  • Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA requirements related to content authoring and production.
  • Experience incorporating production of alternatives (e.g., captions, image descriptions) into content authoring workflows.
  • Experience with ALT Text is required.
  • Robust knowledge of K-5 math standards and the needs of students in the grade-band.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in using Google Suite.
  • Alignment to team and company values around technology, design, pedagogy.
  • Shared commitment to team efforts around accessibility and equity work.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in using the Desmos Activity Builder.
  • Robust knowledge of 6-12 math standards and the needs of students in the grade-band.
  • Experience developing mathematics curricula (e.g., student-facing lessons, teacher-facing resources).
  • Experience supporting students with visual impairments.
  • Experience creating content that follows Plain Language Guidelines.
  • Experience incorporating accessibility into content authoring resources, such as style guides.
Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this role is $40-$45.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Amplify is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.

If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.



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