Assessment Writer
Gallopade International, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced and innovative Science Assessment Writer to join our established curriculum development team as a contractor. In this role, you will have the opportunity to leverage your existing expertise in educational assessment while contributing to the creation of three-dimensional assessment items that effectively evaluate student learning across grades K-5. This position offers the chance to work collaboratively with seasoned educators, curriculum specialists, and subject matter experts in developing high-quality educational materials that make a meaningful impact in classrooms nationwide.
Role Responsibilities
Assessment Development & Writing
- Design and develop effective K-5 assessment items that align precisely with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), incorporating three-dimensional learning principles
- Create comprehensive performance tasks that authentically assess science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas
- Craft engaging, developmentally appropriate assessment items using various auto-gradable question types while maintaining scientific accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness
- Develop multi-part questions that effectively evaluate student understanding across different cognitive complexity levels
- Write assessment items that seamlessly align with both state standards and Gallopade’s curriculum materials designed for state-specific requirements
Quality Assurance & Editorial Excellence
- Ensure all assessments meet rigorous standards for accuracy, fairness, and current best practices in educational assessment methodology
- Maintain appropriate reading levels and grammatical excellence in accordance with Gallopade’s established editorial and curriculum guidelines
- Conduct thorough reviews and revisions of assessment materials to ensure clarity, precision, and alignment with specific learning objectives
- Adhere to comprehensive rubrics specifically designed to evaluate assessment writing quality for NGSS standards implementation
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Educational Background
- Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Science Education, or related scientific field
- Advanced coursework in assessment theory, educational measurement, or curriculum design strongly preferred
Professional Experience
- Multiple years of demonstrated success in assessment writing within K-8 educational settings
- Substantial experience working in the educational publishing industry with understanding of publishing timelines, quality standards, and market demands
- K-8 classroom teaching experience strongly preferred, with evidence of successful student outcomes and assessment implementation
Technical Expertise
- Comprehensive understanding of NGSS standards interpretation and implementation in classroom settings
- Advanced knowledge of assessment writing principles including item construction, passage writing, distractor development, stem writing, multi-part question design, and cognitive complexity frameworks
- Proficiency with educational technology platforms and digital tools commonly used in curriculum development, assessment delivery, and data analysis
- Familiarity with various assessment formats and their appropriate applications in science education
Professional Skills
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication abilities with demonstrated capacity to convey complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
- Strong collaborative skills with experience working effectively in team-based environments
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting quality standards
- Excellent organizational skills with experience in project tracking and deadline management.
We invite experienced assessment writers who are passionate about science education and committed to excellence in educational publishing to apply for this exciting contractor opportunity. Join us in creating assessment materials that will shape science education and inspire the next generation of scientific thinkers.
About Us
Gallopade International, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of more than 10,000 educational products on social studies, science, and reading. Founded by author Carole Marsh in 1979, Gallopade is a second-generation family-run business focused on providing high quality print and digital instructional materials. For more than 40 years, Gallopade has been partnering with educators to provide resources that are fun, educational, and effective.