Scholastic
Associate Editor, Scope_
Scholastic, New York, New York, United States, 10176
**Job Description:**THE OPPORTUNITYThe Scope Magazine team is seeking a highly engaged, curious, team-oriented writer and editor to participate in all facets of ideating, creating, and producing _Scope_ , our flagship print and digital middle school resource for English Language Arts. This person will be a key member of our small, close-knit and deeply committed team, ready to immerse themselves in the world of middle schoolers and their teachers.RESPONSIBILITIES+ Contribute fresh multimedia story ideas to engage middle schoolers, build knowledge, and support curriculum+ Research and write short articles, video scripts, and departmental features such as infographics, debates, and more.+ Write support materials, including quizzes, vocabulary glossaries and activities, graphic organizers, and other skill-building activities.+ Assist with monthly update of digital resources, working closely with managing editor and members of the digital team+ Travel for school visits and professional learning opportunities+ Assist with management of teacher advisor program and social media+ Develop a keen understanding of middle school pedagogy and trends, as well as the interests and needs of early adolescents.WHO WE AREScholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 100+ years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at www.scholastic.com .Some benefits that we offer:+ Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)+ Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions+ Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees+ Generous Parental Leave Program+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discountThank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.**Qualifications**HOW YOU CAN FIT **(Qualifications)****Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**+ Strong interest in middle-school education and best teaching practices+ Be collaborative, flexible, and happy to work under supervision in a team setting+ Be able to meet deadlines**Experience and Education:****Experience:** Some experience in journalism, editing, or related field preferred**Education:** Bachelor’s Degree**Time Type:**Full time**Job Type:**Regular**Job Family Group:**Guild**Location Region/State:**New York**Compensation Range:**Annual Salary: 60,442.00 - 73,000.00**EEO Statement:**Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.EEO is the Law Poster (cholastic.com/content/dam/scholastic/corp-home/eeo-is-the-law-poster-english.pdf)EEO Scholastic Policy StatementPay Transparency Provision (cholastic.com/content/dam/scholastic/corp-home/pay-transparency.pdf)Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at: www.scholastic.comWe're always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee's needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.