Curriculum Specialist - K-12 ELA and Math

About the position

At McGraw Hill, we create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms used by millions of students and educators worldwide. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning tools and content. The Curriculum Specialist role is for former educators with a background in K-12 ELA and Math who will work closely with the Director to execute go-to-market strategies for the I&S portfolio of products. This remote position requires significant travel and collaboration with various internal teams to integrate market research and customer needs into product development and marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop value proposition and message that speaks to customer needs and the product positioning.
  • Maintain an understanding of the competitive landscape and provide competitive differentiation through sales support and the development of marketing strategies.
  • Represents and communicates the voice of the customer in key business decisions, working cross-functionally with counterparts in Product Management, PMO, Product and Academic Design, Finance, and Sales.
  • Provide hands-on support for key opportunities, intervention and supplemental product content, and campaigns/strategy for aligning with Core in state adoption and open territory.
  • Support the Sales and Consulting teams to impact retention and expansion opportunities to newer versions of existing Intervention programs to the existing user base.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required (B.A./B.S.)
  • 5+ years of successful teaching experience
  • Demonstrated educational leadership at the school, district, and/or state level.
  • Deep expertise in ELA and/or Math instruction, pedagogy, and emerging trends.
  • Proven ability to present, train, and coach diverse audiences—including teachers, instructional coaches, district leaders, and community stakeholders—while building rapport and effectively addressing questions.
  • Strong technology proficiency, including presentation software and hardware (PC/Mac, interactive whiteboards, and 1:1 devices), with the ability to create and deliver engaging virtual and in-person multimedia presentations.
  • Ability to travel extensively (up to 85%, including overnight travel by car or air)
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
  • Maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Reside near a major metropolitan airport

Nice-to-haves

  • Advanced degree (M.A. or higher) preferred
  • Experience in educational sales and customer support preferred, with a track record of successfully engaging and supporting educators and school systems.
  • Spanish fluency is a plus.

Benefits

  • Full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered.
  • Annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package.
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