We are looking for a highly skilled Scriptwriter - Contract to help develop a variety of prototype lesson formats. Part of this will involve writing engaging kid-facing scripts that make students feel involved and eager to participate - not just be a passive audience. You’ll also develop activities to go along with those scripts that help students engage in the practices and topics of social studies. You’ll be working with a small team to rapidly iterate on different ideas.

In This Role You Will:

Develop Engaging Content

• Have a strong understanding of K-5 classroom needs and challenges, in order to design solutions that would work for a broad cross section of schools across the country
• Research widely across historical, geographical, and civic topics
• Write kid-facing scripts that are clear, playful, and discovery-driven
• Create activities that align with learning goals and encourage student participation

Collaborate Across Teams

• Partner with visual storytellers to enhance clarity and engagement through visuals
• Work with curriculum experts to ensure historical accuracy and age-appropriate framing
• Iterate quickly on lesson prototypes based on team feedback and classroom trials

Define Program Voice

• Help shape the tone and storytelling style of Mystery Social Studies
• Balance humor and seriousness to maintain engagement and educational integrity

Core Competencies for Success:

• Storytelling for young audiences
• Shaping complex ideas into clear, engaging stories
• Adaptability in fast-paced, iterative environments
• Collaboration across creative and curriculum teams
• Educational content development
• Attention to detail and historical accuracy
• Creativity and curiosity
• Clear written communication
• Student-centered design thinking

Credentials and Experience:

• Classroom experience working with K–5 students or curriculum
• Experience developing classroom activities
• Familiarity with social studies topics and standards
• Background in writing for children (e.g., curriculum, podcasts, animation, theater, books)
• Experience writing for video or interactive media (preferred)
• Able to work Pacific time zone hours
• Legal right to work in the United States

This role is designed to be a remote contract role initially 6 months.