Instructional Designer, 6-12 Literacy

Overview

• 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?
• McGraw Hill, the leading provider of digital and print educational resources, is looking for an Instructional Designer, 6-12 ELA for our K-12 division literacy programs.
• You will be a valuable member of a collaborative group of Instructional Designers, closely partnering with teams focused on content, product management, UX, and creative media.
• As part of this team, you will create robust digital tools, curriculum and learning solutions in a variety of formats that are used by millions of educators and students every day.
• The Instructional Designer, 6-12 ELA is a digital savvy content and curriculum expert, responsible and accountable for assembling high-quality content based on specific product requirements for the Literacy programs.
• 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 with an end date of 12/31/26.
• What you will be doing: Contribute to product workstreams, proofs of concept, prototypes, and digital asset builds by applying UBD, backward design, design thinking, and instructional design principles to develop innovative, high-quality curriculum solutions.
• Design, storyboard, review manuscripts, support build rounds, and perform digital editing, metadata tagging, and concept mapping to ensure instructional accuracy, usability, and alignment with product goals.
• Provide strong contributions to digital tool development, user testing, accessibility compliance, and technical troubleshooting, collaborating cross-functionally to identify bugs, define enhancements, and improve platform and authoring tools.
• Work within an Agile framework to lead approved workflows, meet intermediate and final schedules, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and in alignment with product requirements.
• Support vendors, freelancers, and associate instructional designers through workflow guidance, training, templates, trackers, and development standards to ensure consistent quality and operational efficiency.
• Create novel, data-informed solutions that deliver measurable value for internal and external stakeholders by experimenting with new approaches, staying current with industry trends, and driving continuous innovation in instructional design practices.
• We are looking for someone with: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field, with 2–4 years of experience in digital content development for teaching and learning materials.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and budget constraints.
• Experience working within Agile environments, collaborating in iterative workflows to deliver high-quality digital products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with authoring tools, learning management systems (LMS), and content management systems (CMS), including the ability to design animated and interactive content.
• Preferred background in teaching (6–12 experience), demonstrating practical classroom insight and learner-centered design expertise.
• 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 $54,550 - $65,000 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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