Openings – Khan Academy

Khan Academy is a fast-paced, nonprofit startup on a mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. We already reach millions of students every month and are growing rapidly. We’re building a library of world-class instructional and practice resources that empowers learners. We localise our videos and exercises in multiple regional languages. We’re seeking a language expert to support our Math and Science offering in Oriya.

ABOUT KHAN ACADEMY INDIA

Khan Academy India aims to deliver a world class user experience that is locally relevant to learners in India and is enabled by a strong on-the-ground team and operations. Our learning system is mastery based, which allows students to master key concepts at a pace that is right for them before moving on to more challenging content. From serving under 500,000 learners in 2016, we are now serving almost 4 million learners a month across our websites, apps and youtube channels. These learners include both independent learners accessing us at home and teacher directed learners in schools. Our focus is to reach the underserved by making our content  accessible in local languages and by working with large public school systems. Khan Academy is available in Marathi, Hinglish, Kannada, Gujarati, Bangla, Tamil, and Assamese.

ABOUT THE INDIA CONTENT TEAM

Our content team in India includes the content creators who make thousands of awesome videos, articles, and practice questions, aligned with the Indian curriculum, to help both teachers and students. We are actively working on content localization in multiple regional languages as well, which means the content you help create will reach a wider number (both nationally and globally), thereby multiplying the impact.

1. Oriya Language Expert

Location: Bhubaneswar, Remote

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an expert who is fluent in both Oriya and English (fluency = speaking, reading and writing). In addition, the role will involve reviewing and improving Khan Academy’s Math and Science content in Oriya medium- so good knowledge of these subjects (Grade 10 level) is required.

This is a full-time, 12 months contract position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Editing KA Math & Science Oriya content and/or creating new content (text & videos) as needed; keeping quality metrics in mind (Contextualisation, cohesion, rigor, clarity, pedagogical approach, etc.)
• Deep-dive into Khan Academy usage data (qualitative and quantitative) to gather user feedback and incorporate it into content
• Collect on-ground feedback on content by interacting with state teachers and incorporating the feedback into the content

YOU NEED

• Knowledge in Math and Science, and a great command of English and Oriya language (if you have studied in Oriya medium curriculum in school, that’s an added advantage)
• Previous experience in content creation a MUST
• Teaching or tutoring experience at the K10 or K12 level, giving you a deep empathy with teachers and classrooms (2+ years of teaching experience preferred)
• You’re a strong communicator, equipped with different strategies for delivering effective feedback and for articulating how to make great ideas and content even better
• A true passion for education and a desire to change the world for the better

LOCATION

This is a remote working opportunity. You will have the liberty to work from your home. Some travel may be required. (about 2 or 3 times a quarter)

PERKS AND BENEFITS

We may be a non-profit, but we reward our talented team like a for-profit.

• Competitive pay (Expect 16-18 LPA)
• Remote-friendly workplace, i.e. option to work from home
• Fun team events and board game nights!

LEARN MORE

Sal’s TED talk from 2011
Sal’s TED talk from 2015
A glimpse of our team:  http://www.khanacademy.org/about/the-team
A glimpse of our content created: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ylgb8FFMgd4
Our Hinglish content in action: http://bit.ly/khanacademyyoutube

HOW TO APPLY

• Attach your resume in the space provided below.
• Please address the below-mentioned task and attach your response in the space provided below (ask to share a google link drive to PDF)
• Please note that applications without an appropriate link to the task will be ignored.

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2. State Coordinator-Maharashtra

Location: Pune

ABOUT THE INDIA SCHOOLS TEAM 

In line with our focus to reach the underserved, we partner with government school systems to improve student learning outcomes by enabling teachers and students to optimally utilize the tools and resources on the Khan Academy platform. From our government partnerships, we have reached 1.2 million learners this last year, partnering with 8500+ schools across various states. Our goal is to expand our scale to reach over five million learners in five  years.

The Schools Team works in a lean and collaborative way with our partners, developing strong implementation plans and providing support at every step of the way. Specifically, the team supports teachers and administrators through training and resources, and enabling peer-to-peer sharing. We learn and constantly iterate by gathering feedback and through data-backed insights and efficacy studies.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Khan Academy India is looking for a passionate individual to join our growing Schools Team as a State Coordinator consultant to support our programme with the government school system in Maharashtra with a specific focus on the Model Schools system. The consultant will be based in Pune. In this role, you will be working with the Senior Program Lead and will be responsible for driving the implementation of the Khan Academy programme in the state, in collaboration with the Maharashtra SCERT. You will also work closely with Khan Academy India’s Content team, Partner Operations, Teacher Professional Development, and Data and Efficacy teams to ensure high-quality implementation of our programme.

Your key responsibilities will be to: 

• Support programme implementation: Work with Senior Program Lead and the state nodal officer to help support the implementation of the Khan Academy learning platform across government schools in Maharashtra.
• Take ownership of work streams and deliver on the pre-agreed goals
• Deliver and support in delivering training to education officials (Khan Academy program mentors/administrative cadre) and teachers on a regular basis.
• Follow up on training implementation and unearth insights and challenges to strengthen the program for all teachers continuously.
• Manage relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with administration officials which include nodal officers, state resource persons, district-level officers, and block-level officers.
• Gather data-backed insights: Assist the program and partners throughout the implementation to take the right decisions based on data-backed insights.
• Regularly conduct field visits(2-3/month) and have regular touchpoints with the middle layer/teachers to generate insights from the schools that will help the Khan Academy team identify strategic levers to increase adoption and deepen usage of Khan Academy.
• Manage knowledge effectively: Ensure that all state discussions are documented in a standard format and keep key stakeholders (internal and external)  in the loop.
• Build our learning muscle by analyzing qualitative feedback from the state systems
• Collaborate with the rest of the teams at Khan Academy India to ensure timely and successful delivery of our program and services.
• Provide any other support, as needed, for the programme.

ABOUT YOU

You would be a great fit for the role if you are:  

Someone with 3-5 yrs of relevant work experience. Having been an educator or having worked with government schools in Maharashtra is an added advantage.

Fluent in Marathi (spoken and written)

• Someone with a strong collaborative mindset with an ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders
• Able to navigate through complex situations comfortably and make informed decisions aligned with the shared goals between partners and Khan Academy.
• Someone with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Someone with an excellent ability to document information from multiple sources and present it in a consumable format for others in English and Hindi.
• Comfortable working with data – you are skilled at working with large volumes of data, identifying trends, and drawing evidence-based conclusions. You are equally comfortable analyzing qualitative insights and adjusting partnership plans accordingly.
• A great communicator – you can address different audiences using audience-appropriate language to communicate clearly and efficiently in multiple formats, including email, written documents, digital presentations, and verbal conversations.
• A quick learner – you immerse yourself in new problems and quickly get up to speed.
• Someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, including a high tolerance for ambiguity, a penchant for experimentation, and a bias toward action.
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and help the team get work done as we grow.
• Passionate about education and have a strong desire to change the world for the better.
• Comfortable relocating to Pune and working out of the government office.

LEARN MORE

Sal’s TED talk from 2011
Sal’s TED talk from 2015
A glimpse of our team:  http://www.khanacademy.org/about/the-team
A glimpse of our content created: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ED8P8vchQJM
Our Hinglish content in action: http://bit.ly/khanacademyyoutube 

HOW TO APPLY

• Attach your resume or Linkedin URL in the space provided below.
• Please address the below-mentioned task and attach your response in the space provided below.

TASK

In less than 1500 words, describe a challenging project that you have led/been actively involved in, what aspects of the project made it challenging, and what you did to deliver it successfully. If you had a chance to re-do it now, what would you do differently and why?

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color.

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3. Science Content Creator (Biology)

Location: Delhi

ABOUT THE INDIA CONTENT  TEAM
Our content team in India includes content creators who make thousands of awesome videos, articles, and practice questions aligned with the Indian curriculum to help both teachers and students. We are actively working on content localization in other regional languages as well, which means the content we co-create reaches a wider number (both nationally and globally), thereby quintupling the impact.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a science content creator to lead our biology efforts of creating syllabus-aligned videos and practice questions primarily aligned for grades 9-12th. This will be a 1-year full-time contract position. (with a possibility of extension)

Important: We are not planning to create test prep content (JEE/NEET) anytime soon. That’s why we aren’t looking for folks who primarily help students crack these exams. Instead, we are looking for folks who love to spark an interest in their subject, ignite curiosity, and provide conceptual understanding.

In this role, you would: 

• Create syllabus-aligned content plans for biology, review existing content wherever necessary, create practice questions, and videos wherever necessary. In short, you will own up the entire biology vertical.
• Learn high school Biology wherever needed and create content for it.
• Collaborate with state teachers to create project plans that align with their curriculum. This involves staying up-to-date with the state’s academic plans and strategically incorporating ongoing needs during the academic year. (You are expected to travel with the team and conduct workshops where we gather feedback on our content)
• Continuously iterate and improve content based on feedback received
• Analyze content usage metrics to identify areas of improvement and optimize content strategy
• Be willing to travel. (Usually about once in two months, for about 2 to 3 days)

ABOUT YOU

You would be a great fit for the role if

• You have a combined 4+ years of experience in teaching and creating educational content for NCERT biology. Impeccable written communication skills are non-negotiable.
• You are a quick learner: As a small team, we are often pulled into different streams. Sometimes, you may have to work with the math lead or sometimes with the physics lead. Other times you may be pulled into middle school content creation.  We are looking for fast learners who can always support 6-12th STEM creation whenever necessary. (of course, your primary vertical will be biology)
• You have the ability to timebox effortlessly.  As a small team, our greatest strength is the ability to pace up whenever needed by timeboxing on content. This requires us to have the ‘shipping beats perfection’ mindset.
• You don’t need to be managed: We lead with context, not control. We expect you to be proactive and ask clarifying questions, provide status updates, loop in your manager when things aren’t going your way, etc.
• You are someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, including a high tolerance for ambiguity, a penchant for experimentation, and a bias toward action. You are willing to roll up your sleeves and help the team get work done as we grow.
• You are passionate about education and have a strong desire to change the world for the better.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

We may be a non-profit, but we reward our talented team like a for-profit.

• Competitive salaries. You can expect 18 L+ for this role
• Remote-friendly workplace; Flexible schedules
• Fun virtual events

LEARN MORE

Sal’s TED talk from 2011
Sal’s TED talk from 2015
A glimpse of our team:  http://www.khanacademy.org/about/the-team
A glimpse of our content created: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ED8P8vchQJM
Our localized content in action: http://bit.ly/khanacademyyoutube

HOW TO APPLY

• Attach your resume or Linkedin URL in the space provided below.
• Please address the below-mentioned task and attach your response (google Docs/pdf/etc.) in the space provided below.

TASK

Write 4 MCQs – 2 on any biology topic and 2 on any chemistry topic – from grade 11th/12th NCERT curriculum. Please follow these guidelines:

Each question should have 1 correct option and 3 incorrect options.

These questions should check for conceptual understanding. (Not the kind of hard, tricky questions you get in JEE/NEET)

Both questions should pertain to the same learning outcome. You need to state the learning outcome in the format:  ‘Students will be able to ……’

For each question, provide a step-by-step explanation. You can imagine each step as a nudge/hint for a confused learner.

Note: We expect zero grammatical errors and precise sentence construction – This includes using proper punctuation, maintaining consistent verb tense, ensuring subject-verb agreement, and organizing your thoughts coherently.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

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