MultiLit is a leading provider of effective instruction in Australasia. We have an excellent reputation for publishing high-quality programs for use in schools. We are currently looking to expand our Maths Product Development Team. We are looking for people with a range of skills and experience in the teaching of mathematics.
About this role
If you are committed to evidence-based classroom practice and have relevant expertise and experience in maths instruction and resource development, you may like to consider joining a dynamic, hard-working team of writers and researchers.
This role is based in Sydney but suitable candidates living in Melbourne will also be considered. The positions are full-time and well suited to an educational professional looking to make a bigger impact on young people’s lives.
The tasks below are indicative of the range of activities required for a product developer role. Each team member brings their own strengths and expertise to the process:-
- Collaborating with colleagues to conceptualise the structure and content in a program/resource
- Writing and refining material which includes writing scripted and semi-scripted lessons, and developing supplementary resources under the guidance of the project and research lead
- Assisting with the development of in-program assessments under the guidance of the project and research lead
- Assisting with school trials, including training and supporting teachers in implementation at the trial stage of a program’s development
- Monitoring the efficacy of program through data gathering and responding to feedback
- Keeping up to date on relevant research in the area of mathematics
Essentials
The knowledge, skills, qualities and experience required to work in Product Development include the following:
- An undergraduate degree in education and experience in the primary classroom
- A thorough understanding of how maths skills are acquired in the general classroom and how to translate this knowledge into classroom practice
- A thorough understanding of effective instructional approaches backed by current research, e.g. explicit instruction
- Practical experience in using evidence-based maths approaches in schools or other educational contexts
- Excellent ability to write clearly for different audiences
- Excellent attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work independently and collaboratively across teams and locations.
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to refine work in response to robust feedback from colleagues
- Ability to persevere to ensure a top-quality product for schools
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to work on multiple tasks at once
- Ability to think analytically and creatively
- Competency in using online platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint and Zoom, to ensure collaborative work practices
- Competency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for creating professional documents and presentations
- Knowledge of the National Curriculum and school culture
Highly beneficial
- Post-graduate studies in primary teaching or special education (e.g. maths or instructional design)
- Experience developing and implementing a whole-school approach to the teaching of mathematics using evidence-based practices
- Experience developing evidence-based curriculum material and resources for a broader audience than your own classroom, preferably for publication
Further details
All offers of employment with MultiLit Pty Ltd are subject to staff signing a confidentiality agreement and providing a current Working with Children Check or Blue Card Check.
Resumes accompanied by a cover letter that addresses the criteria listed above should be submitted by filling out the application from below.
Please note, only those candidates successful in the shortlisting process will be contacted for interviews.
To find out more about the role, please email Alison McMurtrie, Chief Product Officer at [email protected] for a confidential discussion or submit your resume with a cover letter below.
The closing date for applications is COB Friday 25 July 2025.