Subject Matter Expert - US Curriculum K-12 Content Upgradation

Engagement Type: Contract / Project-based (Freelance)

Project Scope: US K-12 Upgrade Grades 312 across 30 states

Subjects: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies

Standards: CCSS (ELA & Math), NGSS (Science), State SS Frameworks

Commitment: Flexible; deliverable-based with agreed sprint timelines

Work Mode: Fully Remote

About the Project

Cloudbird Digital has been engaged by a leading US EdTech company to upgrade existing K12 learning materials across 30 states. The project covers Grades 3 through High School in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. The client provides content blueprints, Depth of Knowledge (DOK) specifications, and alignment guidelines. Our team combines AI-assisted tools with human SMEs to execute at scale, maintaining rigorous standards-alignment and pedagogical quality throughout.

Role Overview

As an SME, you will review, revise, and produce curriculum content that meets the client's blueprint specifications. You will work closely with Cloudbird's Curriculum Lead, AI Content Specialists, and Quality Reviewers to ensure every deliverable is standards-aligned, grade-appropriate, and pedagogically sound. You will independently produce alignment documentation, content briefs, and quality reports as required.

Key Responsibilities

Review and revise AI-assisted draft content against client blueprints, DOK levels, and alignment guidelines.

Develop original items, passages, stimuli, or instructional materials where drafts fall short of quality benchmarks.

Produce alignment documentation mapping content to CCSS, NGSS, or applicable state standards.

Write and submit content briefs that clearly articulate learning objectives, DOK level, and standard citation.

Complete quality review reports flagging content issues, bias concerns, or alignment gaps.

Collaborate with the QA team to resolve review feedback within agreed turnaround windows.

Maintain consistency of voice, rigour, and grade-level appropriateness across assigned grade bands.

Participate in calibration sessions to align on style, scoring guides, and item-writing conventions.

Meet sprint deadlines and communicate blockers proactively to the Curriculum Lead.