Accessibility Specialist, 6-12 Math

A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.

The Accessibility Specialist, 6-12 Math collaborates, authors, publishes, and advises on accessibility supports, primarily text-based, in both print and digital contexts for the Amplify Desmos Math 6-12 curriculum. This is a full-time fixed-term position, with an expected duration of January 2025 - December 2025.

Essential Responsibilities of the Accessibility Specialist, 6-12 Math:

• Collaborate across teams (e.g., Curriculum, Interaction, Editorial, Digital Production) to develop and update guidelines to ensure that accessibility supports are provided, consistent, and cohesive throughout the curriculum.

• Create accessible alternatives for media content, such as image descriptions.

• Incorporate content accessibility requirements (semantic structure, meaningful links) into content authoring workflows.

• Advise on best practices for accessibility during curriculum development and revision.

• Collaborate with the CL Accessibility Lead to manage processes and deadlines for creating accessibility supports.

• Other tasks to support accessibility and accessible content development, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications of the Accessibility Specialist, 6-12 Math:

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, middle or high school education, mathematics education, or a related field

• 2+ years experience creating accessible content for 6-12 students using plain language and clear and structured content, and providing alternatives as needed

• 2+ years experience creating content that reflects diversity and inclusion

• Knowledge of digital accessibility and disability inclusion

• Knowledge of the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and other regulations related to content accessibility

• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA requirements related to content authoring and production

• Robust knowledge of 6-12 math standards and needs of students in the grade-band

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Proficiency in using Google Suite

• Alignment to team and company values around technology, design, pedagogy

• Shared commitment to team efforts around accessibility and equity work

Preferred Qualifications of the Accessibility Specialist, 6-12 Math:

• Proficiency in using the Desmos Activity Builder

• Experience developing mathematics curricula (e.g., student-facing lessons, teacher-facing resources)

• Experience teaching or supporting students with visual impairments

• Experience teaching 9-12 math

• Experience creating content that follows Plain Language Guidelines

• Experience incorporating production of alternatives (e.g., image descriptions) into content authoring workflows

• Experience incorporating accessibility into content authoring resources, such as style guides

What we offer:
Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a 401(k) plan, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The annualized gross salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. 

Amplify is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. 

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.

If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.