Director - Content Development

March 26

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Cambium Learning Group

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Cambium Learning Group is a company focused on providing essential educational solutions through a family of companies. They create experiences designed to help educators and students succeed by leveraging technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning. Cambium Learning Group's brands are among the most respected in the edtech sector, supporting meaningful work and innovation in education. Their commitment is reflected in their dedication to making every learning moment valuable and impactful.

at-risk and special student populations • reading intervention • math intervention • summer intervention • English language learners

501 - 1000 employees

Founded 2009

📚 Education

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

📋 Description

• Learning A-Z hiring Director of Content Development to manage a team for high-quality, research-based preK-6 educational resources. • Responsible for ensuring content aligns with pedagogical and project vision. • Reports to Senior Director and strategizes to plan and execute complex projects. • Ensures content reflects classroom best practices and aligns with industry standards. • Leads and develops Content Development team, hiring managers and contributors as needed. • Collaborates with various department leaders to articulate content vision and manage annual budget.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, English, literacy, journalism, or related field. • 10+ years content development experience in preK-6 educational publishing or EdTech, including a minimum of 3 years managing content or editorial teams. • Proven ability to coordinate and lead content development efforts, including vetting, hiring, training, and managing vendors and contractors. • Expert level knowledge of editorial and content development practices for creating print, blended, and digital educational resources, including necessary documentation and iterative development processes. • Expert level knowledge of preK-6 national and state literacy standards and vertical progressions. • Proven background in creating grade-appropriate preK-6 texts based on specific criteria. • Deep understanding of preK-6 pedagogy, learning science, and culturally responsive teaching, and experience incorporating in student- and teacher-facing educational resources. • Knowledge of the competitive landscape of preK-6 supplemental and core curriculum products. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, which include a thorough command of writing and grammar. • Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills. • Aptitude for learning new project and content management software. • Preferred 2+ years K-6 classroom teaching experience. • Master’s degree or higher in education, English, literacy, journalism, or related field. • Experience with leading teams to develop K-2 foundational skills content. • Experience with preK-6 assessment development. • Experience with waterfall and agile workflows.

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote First approach providing flexibility and trust • Reimbursement for setting up home office