Associate Academic Designer
McGraw Hill Education
DesignFull Time$50k - $55k
- Location
- United States (Remote)
- Posted
- October 10, 2026
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Role overview
We are looking for a creative and innovative Associate Academic Designer, Science for our 6-8 middle school programs. As part of our PreK-12 business, you'll be part of a team that creates robust curriculum and learning solutions in a variety of print and digital formats that are used by millions of educators and students every day.
The Associate Academic Designer for 6-8 Science is a content and curriculum expert, responsible and accountable for assembling high-quality content based on specific product requirements for a 6-8 science. A remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States, a Project Status Worker (PSW) role with an end date of March 31, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Planning and developing high-quality instructional materials, delivered in both digital and print products
- Researching educational trends, issues, content standards, and competitive products
- Producing pedagogically and scientifically sound products that are accurate, error free, and meet curriculum standards
- Preparing manuscript, ensuring readability and grade level appropriateness in accordance with project specifications
- Collaborating with cross-functional team members to follow approved workflows to ensure marketing requirements, project schedules, and project goals are met
- Communicating project requirements to authors, consultants, vendors, and freelance editors
What you can expect from the position
- A dynamic, Agile work environment requiring flexibility and the ability to manage rapidly shifting priorities
- Collaboration with a creative, cross-functional team dedicated to building innovative science curriculum for grades 6–8
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Life or Physical Sciences, or in Education with a focus in Life or Physical Sciences
- 3+ years of experience in educational publishing and/or significant editorial experience
- Experience with the Next Generation Science Standards is required
- Effective organizational and time management skills; productive, efficient work habits and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and exhibit flexibility to rapidly changing priorities in an Agile work environment
- Experience working with digital curriculum development and digital products
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
Strongly preferred
- Experience writing and editing instructional materials for science classrooms
- Experience with digital curriculum development and digital products
- Classroom teaching experience is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
- The pay range for this position is between $50,000-$55,000 annually
- Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location
- A full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered
