Subject Matter Expert

Job Title: English Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Hyderabad

Company: Next Education India Pvt. Ltd.

About Next Education:

Next Education is a trailblazer in the educational technology industry, committed to transforming the learning experience with innovative and comprehensive solutions. We are dedicated to creating engaging educational content and tools that empower teachers and inspire students across India and beyond.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Senior English Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development of high-quality English language learning content, particularly in the area of test preparation for international exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, OET, and PET. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in English language pedagogy, a flair for content creation, and recognized certifications such as CELTA, TESOL, or DELTA would be given preference.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Content Development & Review

• Design, develop, and refine English language curriculum and learning materials for school-level and test-prep learners (IELTS, TOEFL, OET, PET).
• Create engaging lesson plans, sample questions, assessments, and multimedia resources aligned with CEFR and global test standards.
• Ensure content quality, linguistic accuracy, and pedagogical soundness.

2. Academic Research & Benchmarking

• Conduct research on best practices in English language teaching and assessment frameworks.
• Benchmark existing content against international standards and implement improvements.

3. Quality Assurance

• Review, edit, and proofread content produced by junior SMEs or freelance writers.
• Ensure adherence to academic guidelines, brand tone, and curriculum frameworks.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with instructional designers, graphic teams, animators, and project managers to ensure timely and effective content delivery.
• Provide academic guidance and feedback during product development cycles.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in English language content development, particularly for competitive or international English proficiency exams.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in English, Education, Linguistics, or Applied Linguistics.
• Deep familiarity with CEFR levels and testing frameworks (IELTS, TOEFL, OET, PET).
• Strong command over academic and instructional writing styles.
• Excellent editorial skills with attention to detail and learner engagement.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in digital education or edtech content creation.
• Familiarity with instructional design principles and learning management systems.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides); experience with authoring tools is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to shape the future of English language education in India.
• Leadership role in high-impact national and international projects.
• Collaborative, innovation-driven work environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

To Apply:

Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a sample of your English content (if available) to with the subject line "Senior English SME Application – [Your Name]".

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