Editor (Humanities)

Savvas Learning Company is a global education company that produces award-winning learning solutions empowering educators and engaging students with high-quality content. We serve millions of K-12 learners with innovative, student-centered programs that transform classrooms into active learning environments through technology, personalized learning, and immersive experiences.

About the role

The Editor will contribute to the development of new, culturally informed curriculum materials for K-12 humanities content. Using an educational background and curriculum knowledge, combined with on-the-job training in editorial processes and project management, the Editor will help create innovative instructional materials. Strong organization, time-management, and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Contributes ideas during project planning.
• Researches and writes content for students as well as teacher support materials.
• Works with managers to learn job parameters and match state objectives to relevant content in the core program.
• Applies knowledge of state objectives and testing blueprints to content and evaluates vendor work.
• Learns and follows established procedures and company policies; seeks guidance when objectives or directions are unclear.
• Ensures completed assignments match project specifications and shows growth over time in response to supervisor feedback.
• Meets deadlines for all assignments and maintains positive communication with supervisors regarding feedback.
• Refers budget or schedule decisions to supervisors and provides accurate status updates on assignments.

Requirements

• Work experience or internships in education, publishing, or journalism.
• K-5 experience in publishing or education preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Graduate or undergraduate degree with majors or minors in history, economics, English, education, anthropology, ethnic studies, geography, second language acquisition, Spanish, translation, world language instruction, or related fields.

Skills

• Familiarity with today’s youth, popular culture, and motivators for learning, especially at the K-5 level (6-12 also desired).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google equivalents.
• Knowledge of differentiation strategies, scaffolding for multilingual learners (MLL), and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative thinking to contribute to new product innovations.
• General familiarity with editing, grammar, and style guides (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style).
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-confidence to actively participate in meetings and open forums.
• Ability to work with both detail-oriented precision and a broader understanding of project goals.

About Savvas

Savvas is recognized as a Top Workplace, committed to fostering employee growth, well-being, and success. Our team develops learning solutions that empower educators and improve student outcomes through passion, creativity, and dedication.

Pay

Hiring range: $64,000 - $80,000. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation. Compensation is determined by skills, experience, budget, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Paid time off: vacation, 10 paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Financial wellness: 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
• Wellness programs supporting emotional and mental well-being.
• Extra perks: discounted gym memberships, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and volunteer opportunities.