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Academic Designer, Math Assessment, Grades 6-12

🇺🇸 Remote - US

🕑 Contractor

💰 $55K - $64K

💻 Instructional Design

🗓️ August 17th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

McGraw Hill is hiring an Academic Designer, Math Assessment, Grades 6-12. The role involves designing and refining formative and summative math assessments aligned with educational standards, analyzing assessment data to improve item quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support instructional use of assessments.

Highlights
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines for math assessment development.
  • Design assessments in print and digital formats aligned with state, national, and district standards for grades 6-12.
  • Develop assessment blueprints and analyze data to evaluate item performance and student outcomes.
  • Collaborate with academic teams, developers, and product owners in an Agile environment.
  • Create teacher support materials aligned with learning objectives.
  • Require minimum 3 years of K-12 math teaching experience and a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
  • Preferred experience in assessment development, curriculum design, or educational publishing related to K-12 math standards.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Smartsheet and strong project management skills.
  • Annual salary range of $54,600 to $64,000 with potential medical and other benefits.
  • Commitment to equity in education and a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.

Academic Designer, Math Assessment, Grades 6-12 Full Description

Academic Designer, Math Assessment, Grades 6-12

  • United States
  • Product Development
  • School
  • Remote

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?
As an Academic Designer, Math Assessment, Grades 6-12 and part of our PreK-12 business, you will be part of a team that creates high quality assessments for McGraw Hill’s innovative math product solutions, and innovative print and digital components that are used by millions of educators and students every day. You will be at the forefront of shaping the learning experience by creating assessments that empower both students and teachers in the learning process. These roles are remote, and candidates can reside anywhere within the United States.
 
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 09/30/2028.
 
What you will be doing:
  • Effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines, iterating as needed based on project scope and feedback.
  • Design formative and summative assessments in both print and digital formats aligned with state, national, and district standards.
  • Develop and refine assessment blueprints to ensure balanced content coverage and alignment with state frameworks and assessments.
  • Analyze assessment data in collaboration with data science teams to evaluate item performance and student outcomes.
  • Improve assessment quality through data-driven insights and adherence to best practices in educational measurement.
  • Review and edit assessment items to ensure accuracy, validity, and reliability.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with academic design teams, developers, and product owners in an Agile environment.
  • Create teacher support materials that facilitate instructional use of assessments and align with learning objectives.
 
We are looking for someone with:
  • Minimum 3 years of K–12 math teaching experience, with a Bachelor's or Master’s in Mathematics, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
  • Experience preferred in assessment development, curriculum design, or educational publishing, with expertise in K–12 math standards and assessment best practices.
  • Skilled in creating and refining print and digital assessments using student performance data.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Smartsheet, with excellent organizational and project management abilities.
  • Exceptional writing, critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate across teams and work independently in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Deep commitment to equity in education and the belief that all students are capable math learners.
  • Embodies humility, flexibility, transparency, continuous learning, and a solution-oriented mindset.
 
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 $54,600-$64,000 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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