Academic Designer, Math Assessment

Make an Impact!

At McGraw Hill we create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide from kindergarten through graduate school. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning tools and content that maximize a teacher's time and a student's learning experience. We do all of this in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career in a way that fits into your life.

How can you make an impact?

Our Academic Designers for Math Assessments (6-12) are content and curriculum experts. They assemble high-quality content based on specific product requirements for programs and understand the solution design. They collaborate with other Academic Design Directors, Academic Design Managers, and Product Managers to help develop high-quality math assessments (both conceptualization and implementation). Depending on project needs, Academic Designers take on specific project assignments, collaborating with a team of Academic Designers throughout the various stages of product development.

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.

What you will be doing:

• Work closely with the Director of K-12 Math Assessment, Manager of K-12 Math Assessment to execute on multi-year publishing plans. Tasks include ensuring that all content developed meets highest standards of academic integrity and quality, and working with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget constraints.
• Serve as a math assessment expert contributing to the maintaining and updating the math skill spine that underlies McGraw Hill's products
• Collaborate with Learning Analytics to maintain a metadata strategy as well as build and incorporate multiple measures of assessment into math proficiency.

• Act as the point of contact with vendors, internal engineering teams, contractors, and Academic Design teams to ensure timeliness and quality of work

• Understand the implications of customer and sales deadlines, state curriculum requirements, and budget and resource limitations on workflow and schedule.
• Work closely and collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop best workflow, understand resources and schedule benchmarks for program needs.
• Maintain knowledge of item and assessment development to support quality monitoring and innovation.

We are looking for someone with...

• Bachelor's Degree in math or a math-related area
• At least 3 years of experience in math assessment. Teaching experience preferred, but not required.

• Knowledge of appropriate industry and subject-area assessment development practices, content standards across the United States, and academic and pedagogical trends

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills; productive, efficient work habits and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and exhibit flexibility.
• Diverse computer skills, expert-level in MS Office suite, proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Smartsheet.

Why work for us?

At McGraw-Hill, we leverage cutting-edge technology to create innovative learning solutions that support learners at all stages of their educational journey. Our state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms provide personalized, interactive experiences that enhance understanding and retention. Being part of McGraw-Hill means joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of education and making a real impact on students' lives. It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

The pay range for this position is between $50,000-$60,000 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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