Scholastic
Executive Editor
🇺🇸
Hybrid - New York, NY
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Full-Time
💰
$90K - $110K
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Other
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February 9th, 2026
K-8
Edtech.com's Summary
Scholastic is hiring an Executive Editor to contribute to its professional publishing program by developing, acquiring, and producing print and digital educational resources focused on research-based teaching methods for K-8 educators. The Executive Editor collaborates closely with authors, editorial directors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality materials that meet educator needs and support sales growth, while also preparing for advancement to an Editorial Director role.
Highlights
- Develop editorial vision and provide hands-on guidance through all manuscript stages for professional books targeting K-8 education.
- Participate in acquisition activities to identify and develop 6-8 professional titles annually alongside editorial directors.
- Create extension ideas such as bundles and professional development offerings to expand book impact.
- Recruit and cultivate relationships with high-potential authors and contribute to new professional book series aligned with education trends.
- Support expansion and refinement of existing evidence-based professional book series and evaluate backlist titles for updates or discontinuation.
- Collaborate with editorial and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of quality products; oversee freelancers and junior staff as needed.
- Required qualifications include strong editorial experience in educational/professional publishing, author development skills, and familiarity with print and digital educational resources for K-8 levels.
- Salary range is $90,000 to $110,000 annually.
- Full suite of benefits offered: $0 deductible medical plan, 401(k) with Roth and Traditional options, tuition-free degree programs, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan with 15% discount.
- Position aims for growth and mentorship leading to Editorial Director responsibilities within Scholastic Teaching Solutions.
Executive Editor Full Description
Job Description:
NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Scholastic Teaching Solutions seeks a skilled and collaborative Executive Editor to help shape its professional publishing program. This role supports the development, acquisition, and production of print and digital resources for educators, focusing on research-based approaches to teaching reading and writing, classroom management, and student well-being.
The Executive Editor works closely with authors, editorial directors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality professional books and supporting materials that meet educator needs and drive strong sales. This position offers significant growth opportunities, with the expectation that the successful candidate will develop toward an Editorial Director role over time.
The Executive Editor works closely with authors, editorial directors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality professional books and supporting materials that meet educator needs and drive strong sales. This position offers significant growth opportunities, with the expectation that the successful candidate will develop toward an Editorial Director role over time.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Editorial Support & Author Development
- Contribute to the editorial vision for professional books, ensuring clarity, instructional impact, and alignment with K-8 educator needs.
- Work closely with authors through all stages of manuscript development—from early drafts through revision—to help communicate ideas effectively.
- Provide hands-on editorial guidance, particularly when authors are refining complex ideas or instructional frameworks.
- Collaborate with editorial directors to ensure editorial strategies align with market trends and organizational goals.
Acquisition & Author Recruitment
- Participate in acquisition efforts, identifying and developing approximately 6-8 professional titles annually in collaboration with editorial directors.
- Generate extension ideas for acquired books (e.g., bundles, professional development offerings, curriculum alignment).
- Assist in identifying and recruiting high-potential authors who can produce impactful titles.
- Contribute to conceptualizing new professional book series based on education trends, market research, and author insights.
Existing Brand & Series Growth
- Support the refinement and expansion of successful professional book series, ensuring content is evidence-based and educator-focused.
- Assist in cultivating author relationships and supporting brand development under guidance from editorial directors.
- Evaluate existing backlist titles and provide input on updates or sunsetting decisions.
Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with editorial colleagues and cross-functional teams to ensure timely, on-budget delivery of high-quality products.
- Oversee freelancers and junior staff on select projects.
About Scholastic
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are - at school, at home and in their communities - by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children's books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.
Some benefits that we offer:
- Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
- Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
- Generous Parental Leave Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount
Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.
Qualifications
HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)
- Strong editorial experience in educational or professional publishing, with exposure to acquisition and author development.
- Ability to guide authors through complex instructional content with clarity and precision.
- Familiarity with producing print and digital resources for educators, particularly at the K-8 level.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to market-driven publishing strategies.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across teams.
- Commitment to learning, developing and advancing as an editorial team leader.
Growth Path
This role is designed for advancement to Editorial Director, providing mentorship and opportunities for strategic leadership over time. The successful candidate will gain experience in acquisition strategy, author development, and team collaboration, positioning them for future leadership within Scholastic Teaching Solutions.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
Job Family Group:
Publishing
Location Region/State:
New York
Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: 90,000.00 - 110,000.00
EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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