Education Practitioner - Learning & Assessment Specialist
Listing checked October 15, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
micro1 seeks Education Practitioners to support a customer's education project by training next-generation AI systems. You will apply your expertise in instructional design and assessment to evaluate and refine interactive learning materials, including quizzes, formative assessments, and tutoring content. Your work will directly shape how AI models learn and reason. No prior AI experience is needed; your domain knowledge in education is what matters.
What You'll Do7
- 1Review and improve interactive learning materials such as quizzes, formative assessments, and tutoring content for accuracy, pedagogical soundness, and learner engagement.
- 2Analyze learning interactions to judge whether they build durable understanding rather than just provide rote answers.
- 3Apply and enhance assessment rubrics, grading criteria, and outcome measurement tools to maintain high standards of learner evaluation.
- 4Offer expert feedback on educational content, ensuring academic rigor, suitability for diverse learners, and alignment with learning objectives.
- 5Develop, review, or iterate on visual and multimodal instructional resources to boost comprehension and retention.
- 6Document observations and recommendations with clarity and precision, prioritizing strong written and verbal communication for effective collaboration.
- 7Contribute insights to improve AI-driven educational tools and resources, drawing on experience with learning design and evaluation.
Requirements7
- 1Extensive experience as an instructional designer, learning scientist, assessment specialist, or educator within K-12, higher education, or edtech contexts.
- 2Demonstrated success designing, evaluating, or delivering tutoring, quizzes, formative assessments, or interactive educational media.
- 3Proficiency in judging academic correctness, learner appropriateness, and the developmental value of educational activities.
- 4Hands-on practice developing or applying rubrics, outcome measurement strategies, or innovative grading systems.
- 5Experience creating or optimizing visual, interactive, or multimodal learning materials for diverse audiences.
- 6Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, supporting precise feedback and effective remote collaboration.
- 7Availability aligned to the US Pacific Time zone is strongly preferred.
Who Should Apply
Educators, instructional designers, or assessment specialists with a track record in K-12, higher ed, or edtech. You should have hands-on experience building or evaluating quizzes, rubrics, and interactive learning materials. Strong written communication and US Pacific Time zone availability are key.
Salary Insight
Compensation for this contract role is $90 to $130 per hour. The final rate will be discussed during the hiring process.
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