Possess an active PE Certification issued by NCEES in Structural Engineering (PE Structural exam).
Have strong familiarity with the content covered in the PE Structural exam.
Have exceptional attention to detail, organization skills, and time management skills, especially regarding upcoming deadlines for content updates.
Provide prompt and responsive communication, mostly by email. Occasional video chat meetings during business hours may be required.
Be highly motivated and take initiative proactively in identifying areas for content updates.
Be receptive to feedback, meet deadlines, and take accountability for deliverables.
Preferred Skills
Have experience developing or reviewing educational content, especially for engineering exams in the PE Structural (formerly SE) discipline.
Have prior experience with curriculum development or technical writing related to structural engineering.
Have familiarity with the upcoming changes to the PE Structural exam specifications.
Have experience tutoring/mentoring/educating engineering students or colleagues in structural engineering.
Have experience creating multiple-choice questions, study materials, PowerPoint presentations, or other similar content in the engineering field.
Hours & Employment
This is a contract (1099) position. Projects will be assigned via separate contracts with discrete schedules and deliverables related to the update of our PE Structural exam preparation materials. There is no set working schedule or hours other than project deadlines as assigned. Compensation will be paid at a flat rate by project and depends on complexity, scope & schedule. Contractors may work as much or as little as their availability permits. Compensation is competitive with highly technical content development industry rates, typically equivalent to $35-$75 per hour depending on scope of work.
Equipment Required
Contractors must supply their own equipment and must have installed
Microsoft Word
Adobe Reader or Professional
MathType
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Additional Locations
- Employee Type
- Contingent Worker
- Job Functional Area
- Other Admin Staff
Business Unit
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.
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