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UNMHSCHS

REGISTERED NURSE EDUCATOR

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

... change agent by identifying solutions to problems, addressing barriers, and supporting ... reading current literature, and attending in-services; serve as a role model; maintain ...

Autoscience

Project Manager

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

  • PTO

Recently, we announced the first AI agent to autonomously create peer-reviewed literature (ICLR ... Comfort reading technical specs, architecture docs, or PRs well enough to follow the conversation

AUTOSCIENCE

Project Manager

Menlo Park, CA

  • PTO

Recently, we announced the first AI agent to autonomously create peer-reviewed literature (ICLR ... Comfort reading technical specs, architecture docs, or PRs well enough to follow the conversation

CrowdStrike

AI Research Scientist (Remote)

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... the literature * Establish objective criteria for benchmarking agentic systems - evals, LLM-as ... Experience building agentic systems: agent architectures (ReAct, planning, reflection), tool and ...

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Macmillan

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Build and maintain relationships with literary agents to solicit submissions, read and evaluate ... Respond in timely fashion to author and agent queries and help facilitate communication and ...

Macmillan

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Build and maintain relationships with literary agents to solicit submissions, read and evaluate ... Respond in timely fashion to author and agent queries and help facilitate communication and ...

Hotel Sylvia

Hotel Guest Service

Newport, OR · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

This hotel allows our guests to disconnect from their daily routine and find a cozy spot to read great literature. This themed hotel will be an escape for employees and guests alike. We seek a ...

Bertelsmann

Editor, Del Rey (Open to Remote)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten ... Cultivate relationships with a wide network of literary agents and authors * Work closely with ...

Bertelsmann-Jobs

Editor, Del Rey (Open to Remote)

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten ... Cultivate relationships with a wide network of literary agents and authors * Work closely with ...

HR Green

Lead Engineer - Wastewater

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

... agent of the company. * Possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans. Strong communication skills in a mix of audiences.

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for literary agent reader in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a literary agent reader do?

A typical day for a Literary Agent Reader involves reviewing submitted manuscripts, queries, or sample chapters to assess their suitability for representation. Readers write detailed reports or coverage, outlining the strengths, weaknesses, and market potential of each submission, and often meet with literary agents to discuss promising finds. While much of the work is independent and requires focused reading, collaboration with agents and occasional communication with authors or editors may also be part of the job. Many readers work remotely or on a freelance basis, managing their own schedules to meet submission deadlines. This role offers valuable exposure to the publishing industry and can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced positions within literary agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the literary agent reader position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Literary Agent Reader, you need a strong background in literary analysis, excellent reading comprehension, and a keen understanding of market trends in publishing, often supported by a degree in English, literature, or a related field. Familiarity with manuscript tracking software, digital document management systems, and standard submission protocols is often required. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help candidates excel in this position. These abilities are crucial because the role involves evaluating a high volume of submissions quickly and effectively, helping literary agents identify promising manuscripts and authors.

What is a literary agent reader?

A Literary Agent Reader evaluates manuscript submissions for a literary agency, assessing their quality, market potential, and fit for the agency. They provide written reports or coverage summarizing strengths, weaknesses, and suitability for representation. Readers help agents identify promising manuscripts but typically do not communicate directly with authors. This role is often freelance or entry-level, serving as a stepping stone to higher positions in publishing. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of market trends are essential for success.

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7th Grade Math Teacher

Universal Companies

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$59K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Universal Logistics Holdings rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

325th of 364 rated logistics

Job description

The management services offered to our family of charter schools allows us to collectively become a change agent and national leader in urban education as evidenced by student awareness of self, high academic achievement, positive school culture and community transformation wherever we serve.

Essential Functions

The 7th Grade Math Teacher instructs middle school students in foundational algebraic concepts, proportional reasoning, and geometric principles. This role requires an educator who can translate abstract math into real-world applications while managing the unique social-emotional needs of early adolescents. The ideal candidate creates an inclusive, structured environment where students build both mathematical confidence and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct Instruction: Deliver engaging, data-driven math lessons to diverse classes of 7th-grade students.
  • Curriculum Alignment: Implement a rigorous curriculum aligned with state standards, focusing on rational numbers, equations, and statistics.
  • Differentiation: Modify lessons to support students with IEPs/504 plans while providing extension activities for advanced learners.
  • Assessment & Analysis: Design formative and summative assessments, analyze performance data, and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on best practices and educational trends

Qualifications

  • Teaching students how to analyze texts, improve writing skills (essays, narratives, research projects and expressing themselves effectively
  • Helping students develop critical thinking, analytical abilities, and a deeper understanding of literature and language.
  • Evaluating student work through assignments, quizzes, and essays to assess progress and provide feedback.

Physical Demands

  • Speak, stand, talk, walk, see, hear and, sometimes, to sit.
  • Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to read small print.
  • Frequently bend, reach above the head, as well as forward, and use fine motor skills.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, falling within a competitive band for this role. We offer comprehensive total compensation packages tailored to the ideal candidate.

The Universal Family of Charter Schools adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.


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