Online Course Grader

🇺🇸In-Person - United States$28K–$42K/yri3h ago

Higher Ed Teaching Course Grading Student Assessment LMS Administration Curriculum Support Online Learning

Summary

The Online Course Grader supports WorldStrides' Curriculum and Academics Team by grading student work and managing learning management system responsibilities for online academic coursework paired with educational travel programs. This seasonal part-time role contributes to student success in experiential learning environments.

Key Responsibilities: Grade student assignments daily, manage clerical tasks in the learning management system, assist with curriculum revisions, and maintain accurate grading records and tracking. Position requires weekend availability with minimum three weekends per month (Friday-Sunday) in addition to weekday hours.

Skills & Tools: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and familiarity with learning management systems; ability to communicate effectively with academic teams and manage multiple grading tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in education, course management, or related field; familiarity with online learning platforms and academic grading standards helpful but not explicitly required.

Location: Remote

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation for this role is $18–$24/hour based on title, seniority, and location.

Job Description

Company Introduction

WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.

Job Description

The WorldStrides Curriculum and Academics Team serves student travelers by offering online academic coursework that pairs with their travel programs. The Online Course Grader will assist with the daily grading of student work, clerical responsibilities related to the learning management system, and curriculum revisions. The Online Course Grader works closely in person with all members of the Curriculum and Academics team, for collaboration and consultation related to student grading and assignments. Additional duties related to grading, tracking, and record keeping may be required.

This seasonal part-time position requires work on both weekdays and weekends, with up to 20-30 hours per week.
Remote

Responsibilities

Weekend grading hours in addition to weekday hours. Minimum of three weekends per month (Friday-Sunday).
Grading student submissions in the learning management system according to the policies outlined in the grading handbook.
Responding to student questions about the coursework.
Regularly communicating with all Curriculum and Academics teammates.
Sorting and reporting student submission numbers from shared email inboxes.
Participating in regular inter-rater reliability checks on grading.
Regular maintenance and revisions to coursework in the learning management system.
Additional tasks related to curriculum review and clerical team support as needed.
Accessing student information systems as needed.

Qualifications

Online learning management system experience using Schoology is mandatory.
Education degree (or be in the process of earning an education degree).
Middle and/or high school teaching experience.
Interest in online learning and assessment.
Proficiency utilizing standardized rubrics for grading.
Skilled in delivering quality, supportive, and actionable student feedback.
Strong web-based navigation and computer proficiencies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
Excellent time management, organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.