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SI Scholastic Inc.

Senior Bilingual Editor

SI Scholastic Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261


This role is a 3-year project end date position . In partnership with colleagues from Scholastic’s Education Solutions Group, the Senior Bilingual Editor manages editorial development for print and digital programs aimed at multilingual learners and Spanish-language students. The position ensures quality of pedagogy, coherence, and clarity in products, and supports the team in delivering timely, high-quality content.Responsibilities

Product:Edits and reviews content to ensure quality of pedagogy (instructional clarity and preservation of the research base), production (quality of design and accuracy of editing), and marketability (clarity of message, relevance of topic).Develops, shapes, and assigns content as needed to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of print or digital content.Takes a problem-solving stance, anticipates issues and offers solutions throughout all stages of product development.Informs comprehensive editorial strategy for publishing programs.Process:Develops and adheres to established editorial guidelines and templates when writing and editing content.Develops and executes based on approved prototypes and specifications.Delivers content in a timely manner with an awareness of production schedules, pub dates and sales needs.Maintains frequent communication with internal stakeholders (permissions, marketing, sales, social media, etc.) to share information, manage expectations, describe next steps, and brainstorm solutions.Works with senior team members to balance budget considerations with project priorities.People:Works with senior team members to support other editors, including freelance editors, by providing direction on projects and offering feedback.Works with vendors to manage assets and coordinate activities with other departments.Works with content and academic specialists/program authors to develop prototypes and ensure program pedagogy and quality.Works within and across internal teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, competitive product.Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Experience developing pedagogical resources in K–12.Excellent editing and organizational skills.Deep understanding of the children’s literature market.Ability to work on short- and long-term projects in a fast-paced environment.Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation in English and Spanish.Commitment to highest standards of quality and accuracy.Adherence to Scholastic’s editorial guidelines and policies.Mastery of Microsoft Suite, Adobe InCopy, Adobe PDF, Google Drive, and One Drive.Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills, in English and Spanish.Familiarity with Common Core and WIDA standards and multilingual learning models.Experience:5–7 years of experience developing, editing and managing educational content in English and Spanish for US audiences.Native fluency in Spanish and professional fluency in English.Education:Bachelor’s degree in education or education-related field, or 7–10 years of experience in educational publishing.Master’s degree in education or education-related field preferred, but not required.Familiarity with bilingual and/or dual language classroom resources a plus.Time Type:

Full timeJob Type:

RegularLocation Region/State:

New YorkCompensation Range:

Annual Salary: 80,000.00 - 85,000.00EEO 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.

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