Assessment Writer – $15 – $18 an hour
We are looking for skilled Assessment Writers to join our team for the development of assessment items for educational
courses. The successful writer will be responsible for creating medium-level questions that align with specific customer
requirements and industry standards.
Course Description:
General
Ecology
General Ecology offers an in-depth exploration of
how ecosystems function and interact. Learners
will study both biotic and abiotic factors that play
crucial roles in sustaining ecological balance.
Key topics include the flow of energy through food
chains and webs, nutrient cycling, and the
dynamics of populations—covering growth models,
carrying capacity, and factors influencing
population size and structure.
The course examines species interactions such as
competition, predation, and symbiosis, and
explores community structure and biodiversity.
Key Responsibilities:
● Item Writing: Develop high-quality assessment items (e.g., multiple choice, multiple select, matching,
ranking/ordering) that closely align with provided evidence statements and learning objectives.
● Adherence to Standards: Ensure all items follow industry-standard writing practices, are grammatically
correct, and free of errors or misspellings.
● Final Delivery: Submit items in their final form, consistent with customer guidelines, including the Item
Development Handbook, and ensure they meet the specified criteria.
● Item Format and Accessibility: Items must be formatted properly, free of bias, and comply with
accessibility standards, including the client Digital Accessibility Policy. Item images must include alt text.
● Originality and Uniqueness: All items must be original and not recycled from previous work or other
projects. Items should be unique, with no duplicate or variant questions.
● Item Types and Flexibility: Follow recommended item types, but if a different approved item type is more
suitable, seek customer approval before using it.
● Use of Images and Graphics: If applicable, include images/graphics in items per the specified file type and
image guidelines. Formulas and calculations should be provided separately via a Word document through the
customer’s FTP site.
● Bias-Free and Inclusive: Ensure items are unbiased and accessible to all learners, including those with
disabilities.
● Quality Control: Review and refine items for clarity, consistency, and alignment with course objectives.
Qualifications:
● Proven experience in writing assessment items or educational content.
● Strong understanding of assessment development and educational standards.
● Familiarity with item writing guidelines and accessibility standards.
● Ability to create high-quality, error-free, and engaging assessment items.
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively within established deadlines.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 30 per week