McGraw Hill
Director of Academics (California)
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Remote - CA
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Full-Time
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$98K - $150K
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Other
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April 14th, 2026
CRM
K-12
LMS
Edtech.com's Summary
McGraw Hill is hiring a Director of Academics (California). This role leads strategic K–12 academic pilot programs, collaborates with districts to set goals, manages a team of academic coaches and pilot managers, and partners with sales and cross-functional teams to drive product improvement and market adoption. The position requires up to 70% travel and focuses on enhancing educator support and learning outcomes through data-driven insights and instructional solutions.
Highlights
- Lead and scale K–12 academic pilot programs and collaborate with districts for goal-setting and impact measurement.
- Manage and mentor academic coaches and pilot managers to foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture.
- Partner with sales teams to align pilot outcomes with revenue strategies and communicate results effectively.
- Collaborate with Product, Marketing, Implementation, and Research teams to incorporate pilot insights into go-to-market strategies.
- Analyze pilot metrics, develop frameworks for district partnerships, and stay current on K–12 trends and policies.
- Oversee professional learning and educator support including training and instructional coaching.
- Requires Bachelor's degree; Master's or higher in Education or related field preferred.
- Experience: 5–7 years in K–12 leadership roles, 3–5 years leading curriculum or pilot programs, 2–4 years managing projects, and 3–5 years in education-focused sales or partnerships.
- Skills: Strong data-driven mindset, communication and presentation skills, experience with EdTech or publishers, CRM/LMS tools (e.g., Salesforce), and professional development delivery.
- Compensation range: $98,000 to $150,000 annually, with medical and other benefits available based on position.
Director of Academics (California) Full Description
Overview
Impact the Moment
Could your creative thinking build the future? The K-12 Education Director, Academic Pilot and Sales Engagement role at McGraw Hill make a difference for learners and educators across the world. Our team needs individuals with new ideas who connect with people in innovative ways.
How can you make an Impact?
The K-12 Education Director, Academic Pilot and Sales Engagement, leads strategic pilot initiatives that showcase McGraw Hill's commitment to improving learning outcomes through evidence-based instructional solutions. This role manages a team of academic coaches and a pilot manager to ensure pilots are executed with fidelity, educator support is exceptional, and insights directly inform product improvement and sales enablement across the School Group.
This is a remote position that requires up to 70% of travel. This role is open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. The ideal candidate should reside in California and be within 1 hour of a major airport.
What you will be doing:
- Lead and scale K-12 academic pilot programs, collaborating with districts to set goals, measure impact, and generate data-driven insights that support product improvement and adoption decisions.
- Manage and mentor academic coaches and pilot managers, fostering a high-performing, collaborative team culture with strong professional development, feedback, and alignment practices.
- Partner with sales teams to connect pilot outcomes to revenue strategies, serving as a product and pedagogy expert while translating results into compelling, evidence-based narratives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Implementation, and Research teams to ensure pilot insights inform development, messaging, and overall go-to-market strategy.
- Drive strategic planning and reporting by analyzing pilot metrics, developing scalable frameworks for district partnerships, and staying informed on K-12 trends and policies.
- Oversee professional learning and educator support, ensuring effective training, ongoing instructional coaching, and continuous feedback to enhance product use and student outcomes.
We're looking for someone with
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree or higher in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field preferred.
- 5-7 years in K-12 leadership roles (e.g., principal, curriculum director, instructional coach) with deep knowledge of teaching practices, plus 3-5 years leading curriculum, technology rollouts, or pilot programs and 2-4 years managing cross-functional projects, timelines, and deliverables.
- 3-5 years in education-focused sales, account management, or partnership development, with proven ability to build relationships with district leaders and educators.
- Strong data-driven mindset with the ability to align outcomes to ROI, plus excellent communication and presentation skills for high-stakes engagements.
- Experience with EdTech or publishers, scaling pilot programs, instructional technology integration, CRM/LMS tools (e.g., Salesforce), professional development delivery, and long-term K-12 partnership growth.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and walk long distances throughout the day.
Why work for us?
The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfillment that will inspire you to even greater heights.
The pay range for this position is between $98,000-$150,000 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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