Question 1

Does Newsela drug test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Newsela may drug test prior to an offer of employment and reserves the right to drug test an employee at any time if substance use is suspected or if a workplace accident occurs.

If a drug test is required and the result is positive, it can void any worker's compensation claims and can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Question 2

Does Newsela hire felons?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Newsela hires felons on a case-by-case basis. While having a conviction may not be an automatic exclusion for employment, Newsela is completely committed to the safety of its people and the students. To that end, you will need to prove rehabilitation.

Question 3

How do you answer "why are you interested in working for Newsela"?

Accepted Answer

You answer "why are you interested in working for Newsela" by discussing your admiration for their commitment to providing meaningful classroom learning to every student.

Newsela wants to hire the best industry leaders to serve their students in a way that sets them up to be engaged, lifelong learners. Be very clear in your answer that you want to set these children up for success in both their education and their personal lives.

Question 4

How do you write a cover letter for a job at Newsela?

Accepted Answer

You write a cover letter for a job at Newsela by focusing on your desire to shape the lives of the children and students that you will serve. Focus on the fact that Newsela believes that all people who come into contact with students have something to teach them. You don't have to be a teacher to be an influencer.

Question 5

How old do you have to be to work at Newsela?

Accepted Answer

You have to be at least 18 years old to work for Newsela, and most positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree.

Newsela has a variety of internship positions for students who are looking to gain more experience. These range from strategic interns to seasonal and academic positions. Areas for internship positions include...

Question 6

What benefits does Newsela offer?

Accepted Answer

Newsela offers benefits to full-time employees. Insurance benefits include:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Temporary disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

Question 7

What is the dress code at Newsela?

Accepted Answer

The dress code at Newsela is business casual for most positions.

Examples of appropriate business casual clothing include:

Polos or other collared shirts
Sweaters
Business dress pants (khakis, twill)
Knee-length skirts or dresses
Cardigans
Blazers
Closed-toed shoes
Dress sandals

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