ELAR QA/Proofreader

ELAR QA/Proofreader Fully Remote • 1990 N CALIFORNIA BLVD, 8TH FLOOR - WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596 Apply Overview Salary Range $35.00 - $35.00 Hourly Apply Description ELAR QA/Proofreader 1099 Contractor, Remote Duration: September 2026 - February 2027 (with possibility for future project work) Time Commitment: Approximately 5-10 hours/week Compensation: $35/hr Project: ACT Contractors Needed: one ABOUT US CollegeSpring is the only national nonprofit providing teacher-led test prep during the school day, helping students impacted by poverty unlock greater options after high school. For 16 years, we’ve partnered with school districts and organizations nationwide to help more than 50,000 primarily first-generation, economically disadvantaged, BIPOC students unlock opportunity through increased scores on gateway tests like the SAT®, ACT®, and TSIA2 (Texas Success Initiative Assessment). Today, we continue to expand by maximizing impact through larger district and nonprofit partnerships and harnessing the power of technology to better serve teachers and students. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Contract Proofreader to support the final stages of our ACT-aligned curriculum build. This role will review and proofread ELA instructional materials to ensure content is clear, grammatically sound, and aligned with the ACT® assessment. WHAT YOU’LL DO QA/Proofreading Participate in a project kick-off call, weekly check-ins, and other team meetings as needed to set goals, review work, and discuss progress with the curriculum team. Communicate regularly with the Director of Digital Curriculum and Product Development regarding deadlines, feedback, and transparency on work progress. Proofread the lessons in Google Slides to ensure: Content is accurate and free of grammar/spelling errors ACT-aligned objectives are consistently met Slide animations and instructional flow make pedagogical sense Strategy and example slides meet assessment rigor and format Proofread content in Google Docs using a structured template Flag inconsistencies between slides, objectives, notes, and the ACT Qualifications EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Detail-oriented with a strong editorial eye Able to track multiple content issues (grammar, formatting, accuracy, alignment) Familiar with test design and secondary-level instructional content (ELA focus) Tech-savvy with confidence navigating: Google Slides, Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Monday.com Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines on short timelines Ability to follow a detailed Proofreader Guide and apply feedback standards consistently across all materials