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Product Developer: Literacy and NumeracyMultiLit is a leading provider of effective instruction in Australasia. We have an excellent reputation for publishing high-quality programs for use in schools. We are now looking to expand our current product development team in Sydney and Brisbane with several positions in the areas of literacy and numeracy.About this roleIf you are committed to evidence-based classroom practice and have relevant expertise and experience in literacy and/or maths instruction and resource development, you may like to consider joining a dynamic, hard-working team of writers and researchers.These roles will be based in our Brisbane or Sydney offices, located in Fortitude Valley and Macquarie Park respectively. The positions are full-time and well suited to an educational professional looking to make a bigger impact on young peoples lives.The tasks below are indicative of the range of activities required for a product developer role. Each team member brings their own strengths and expertise to the process.Collaborating with colleagues to conceptualise new programsWriting and refining material which includes writing scripted and semi-scripted lessons, and developing supplementary resources as well as in-program assessmentsAssisting with school trials, including training and supporting teachers in implementation at the trial stage of a programs developmentMonitoring the efficacy of programs through data gathering and responding to feedbackKeeping up to date on relevant researchThe knowledge, skills, qualities and experience required to work in Product Development include the following:An undergraduate degree in education, speech pathology or related disciplineA thorough understanding of how reading, writing and/or maths skills are acquired and how to translate this knowledge into classroom practiceA thorough understanding of effective instructional approaches backed by current research e.g. explicit instructionPractical experience in using evidence-based approaches in schools or other educational contextsExcellent ability to write clearly for different audiencesExcellent attention to detailExcellent social and interpersonal skills with an ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team across disciplines and locationsStrong organisational and time management skillsAbility to refine work in response to robust feedback from colleaguesAbility to persevere to ensure a top-quality end productAbility to work to deadlinesAbility to work on multiple tasks at onceAbility to think analytically and creativelyEnjoys problem solvingCompetency in using online platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and Zoom, to ensure collaborative work practices. Competency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for creating professional documents and presentations.Knowledge of the National Curriculum and school cultureHighly beneficialPost-graduate studies in the teaching of reading, writing, maths, special education or related areas affecting literacy or numeracyProven experience developing evidence-based curriculum material and resources for a broader audience than your own classroom, preferably for publicationHigh levels of competency in use of technology and experience in use of IT in education would be helpfulAll offers of employment with MultiLit Pty Ltd are subject to staff signing a confidentiality agreement and providing a current Working with Children Check or Blue Card Check.Resumes accompanied by a cover letter that addresses the criteria listed above should be submitted by filling out the application form below.Please note, only those candidates successful in the shortlisting process will be contacted for interviews.The closing date for applications is COB Friday 7 March 2025.Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr