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<p><span><span>IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a full-time lexicographer to join our content team for Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com. In this role, you will create and edit reference materials accessed by users around the world. <span>#LI-FA1</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>This is a full-time remote position for candidates in the United States. </span><span>#LI-REMOTE</span></span></span></span></p> <h4><strong>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING </strong></h4> <ul> <li>Create and revise definitions in dictionary and thesaurus entries </li> <li>Create and revise IPA transcriptions and phonetic respellings of head words that appear in the dictionary</li> <li>Research and write etymologies </li> <li>Write editorial notes to explain the correct usage of words </li> <li>Craft example sentences that illustrate the correct usage of words </li> <li>Find fun and creative words that can be used for the Word of the Day and Synonym of the Day </li> <li>Work with our team of content writers, voice talent, illustrators, and more to ensure dictionary and thesaurus entries are accurate, fun, and engaging</li> </ul> <h4><strong>WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR </strong></h4> <ul> <li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Linguistics or a closely related field </li> <li>Impeccable knowledge of English grammar and the International Phonetics Alphabet </li> <li>Superior writing and editing skills </li> <li>Ability to adjust to in-house style guidelines </li> <li>Familiarity working with the Chicago Manual of Style </li> <li>Previous lexicography experience is a plus </li> <li>Outstanding written and spoken communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of age groups </li> <li>Ability to be efficient and organized while working on multiple projects simultaneously </li> <li>Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas and a strong attention to detail</li> </ul><div><h4><span>ABOUT IXL LEARNING</span></h4> <p><span>IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>1 in 4 students in the United States uses <a href="https://www.ixl.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">IXL.com</a></span></li> <li><span><a href="https://www.rosettastone.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Rosetta Stone</a> provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages</span></li> <li><span><a href="https://www.wyzant.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Wyzant</a> is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects</span></li> <li><span><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT)</a> is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources</span></li> </ul> <p><span>Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.</span></p> <h5><em><span>At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></em></h5></div><p>Last updated on Aug 15, 2024</p>

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