Monday, June 20, 2011

Homework Author at Sapling Learning

Sapling Learning has an immediate, full-time opening for an Online Homework Author and Instructor Support Representative specializing in Physics ("Technology T.A."). The Physics Technology T.A. is responsible for creating algebra- and calculus-based physics homework assignments that meet the expectations of instructors using our software, and are aligned to various textbooks. The Technology T.A. writes new, engaging physics questions to augment Sapling Learning’s content bank. In addition, the Technology T.A. serves as a proprietary software authority and subject matter expert to trouble-shoot issues that instructors and students may encounter within the Sapling Learning platform.

The Technology T.A. position at Sapling Learning is extremely important as the company prides itself on providing support unrivaled in the higher education publishing industry. Sapling’s exceptional instructor support is consistently praised by instructors, and is an offering that distinguishes Sapling from other providers of online homework systems. Successful Technology T.A. candidates will be dedicated to delivering superior service and to improving the learning and teaching processes.

Qualified candidates who want to be a part of growing innovative educational software company committed to delivering exceptional instructional resources should send a resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications to: careers@saplinglearning.com.


NOTES: US Residents Only.
Additional Salary Information: Bonus opportunities for exceptional performance

Additional Information
M.S. or Ph.D. in physics required
Experience teaching physics at a university level strongly desired
Experience writing physics homework or test questions strongly preferred
Employee must be willing to relocate to Austin, Texas
Employee must be able to start employment between: 6-10-11 and 7-18-11