Expand our test prep offerings (mainly SAT/PSAT Reading and Writing, although we especially welcome applicants with additional experience in P/SAT Math) by leveraging your subject matter expertise and your understanding of learner needs.
Expand high school ELA courses aligned to CCSS or other state standards; this work may include development of AP English Language/Literature courses.
Develop new passages, standards-aligned exercises, assessment items and articles, leveraging pre-existing resources from Khan Academy and third parties.
Conduct in-depth reviews and provide feedback on content drafted by contractors, ensuring all content meets Khan Academy’s rigorous editorial standards.
Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Design, Product, Programs, Districts, and Marketing as requested on a range of course-related tasks.
Refine systems and processes for test prep content creation and maintenance, leveraging AI to augment and expedite existing workflows.
Represent the test prep team in meetings with external test prep partners, including the College Board and others.
Learn and use our content management system to expand and improve existing courses.
Triage and respond to user feedback and user data in our test prep courses, leveraging the data to direct improvements to the content.
Requirements
5+ years experience in test prep, including at least 3 years of direct experience with the SAT/PSAT Reading and Writing test and 2 years developing exercise practice content.
Proven ability to create high-impact learning content for the new digital SAT.
Strong understanding of instructional design and how students like to learn; deep teacher and learner empathy; and insight into common misconceptions.
Proven track record of independently driving complex projects end-to-end, including experience giving feedback to other writers/content developers. Ideally, you’ve project managed processes and editorial workflows for content creation and publication, preferably in an online-first, education platform.
Strong communication skills and ability to deliver effective, supportive, and inspiring feedback.
Desire to engage a broad array of learners and question your assumptions about what's most important for learners.
Desire to leverage tools, including generative AI, to publish quickly, gather user feedback, and iterate on content.
An entrepreneurial mindset, including a high tolerance for ambiguity, a penchant for experimentation, and a bias toward action.
Impeccable command of written communication and a keen editorial eye for high-quality content.
Meticulous attention to detail and time management skills.
Project management skills (e.g. fluent with Google Docs and spreadsheets and other tools) and a willingness to learn new tools.
A passion for education and a desire to change the world.
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Ample paid time off as needed – Your well-being is a priority
8 pre-scheduled Wellness Days in 2026 occurring on a Monday or a Friday for a 3-day weekend boost
Remote-first culture - that caters to your time zone, with open flexibility as needed, at times
Generous parental leave
An exceptional team that trusts you and gives you the freedom to do your best
The chance to put your talents towards a deeply meaningful mission and the opportunity to work on high-impact products that are already defining the future of education
Opportunities to connect through affinity, ally, and social groups
And we offer all those other typical benefits as well: 401(k) + 4% matching & comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and life
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
test prepSATPSATinstructional designcontent creationcontent developmentassessment item developmenteditorial workflowsdigital contentstandards-aligned exercises
Soft skills
communication skillsproject managementattention to detailtime managementlearner empathyfeedback deliveryentrepreneurial mindsetadaptabilitycollaborationcreativity