Associate Academic Designer

Impact the Moment:

McGraw Hill is a diverse and inclusive company that believes we can change the world by leveling the playing field and giving every learner an equal opportunity to succeed. We create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning experiences, and to continually reimagine the way our customers teach and learn, simplifying the path to a better education for all.

How can you make an impact?

We are seeking an Associate Academic Designer with expertise in editing and adapting 6-12 Social Studies content to align with state and district standards. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality print and digital instructional materials, requiring strong organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. This is a Project Status Worker (PSW) role with an end date of December 31st, 2026.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to customize social studies programs aligned to state standards, supported by research, standards analysis, and gap documentation.
• Produce accurate, high-quality print and digital content that meets curriculum requirements and maintains appropriate reading level, grammar, and style.
• Research, interpret, and correlate state standards to existing programs to inform development decisions and ensure alignment.
• Follow established workflows throughout all stages of product development while tracking progress and maintaining documentation.
• Manage schedules, communicate project status, and work collaboratively to meet deadlines, resolve issues, and deliver required outcomes.

What you can bring to this role:

• 2+ years of product development experience, preferably focused on instructional or educational materials.
• Strong understanding of grades 6-12 social studies content, pedagogy, and state standards.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple projects and succeed in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a strong command of English grammar and style, paired with effective organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with digital learning and publishing tools such as MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, digital authoring platforms, and content management systems; K-12 classroom experience strongly preferred.

Why work for us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfillment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $45,000 - $57,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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