31.567, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; Cognitive Science; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Rank Open, Duolingo

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Subject: 31.567, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; Cognitive Science; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Rank Open, Duolingo

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Date: Sat, 08 Feb 2020 03:39:25
From: Bozena Pajak [bozena at duolingo.com]
Subject: Applied Linguistics; Cognitive Science; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition: Rank Open, Duolingo, Pittsburgh, USA

 
University or Organization: Duolingo 
Department: Learning & Curriculum
Job Location: Pennsylvania, USA 
Web Address: http://duolingo.com/careers
Job Title: Curriculum Designer
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Cognitive Science; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Teaching, SLA


Description:

We are looking for an outstanding educator skilled at designing effective
experiences that teach second-language grammar, both explicitly and
implicitly. If you are a strong analytical thinker, can explain grammar in
simple terms, and understand the unique challenges of digital education, this
job is for you! You will join our team of course designers and help us deliver
the best language education in the world. Join Duolingo to feel empowered as
an educator, affecting how millions of people learn. 

This is an open rank position. We will consider candidates from recent MA or
PhD graduates to more senior candidates with years of work experience. The job
rank will be adjusted accordingly. This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Responsibilities:

* Work side by side with talented curriculum designers, content developers,
product and project managers, designers, and engineers to deliver high-quality
products for teaching grammar in a variety of languages
* Develop content for multiple features intended at teaching grammar both
explicitly and implicitly
* Help create assessments of learners’ grammatical knowledge
* Train and supervise other creators of educational materials for a variety of
languages

Requirements:

* MA (or equivalent experience) in linguistics, applied linguistics, TESOL,
language, cognitive psychology, education, or a related field
* At least intermediate proficiency in Spanish and French
* Ability to think about language analytically (e.g., breaking down
grammatical concepts into smaller parts for the purposes of teaching)
* Ability to communicate grammar explicitly in a way that’s fun and accessible
to learners
* Ability to design effective ways of teaching grammar implicitly
* Familiarity with the principles of language learning and/or teaching
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
* Ability to relocate to Pittsburgh, PA

Exceptional candidates will have:

* PhD in linguistics or a related field
* Experience working in EdTech
* Experience managing people and projects
* Advanced proficiency in Spanish, French, and additional languages



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Web Address for Applications: https://boards.greenhouse.io/duolingo/jobs/4641705002 
Contact Information:
	Bozena Pajak 
	Email: bozena at duolingo.com 


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