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McGraw Hill is hiring a Product Manager, In Markets ELA. The role focuses on driving the strategic vision and management of the Open Court Reading program by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver product enhancements, analyze market trends, and ensure alignment with educational standards to support educators and students.

Highlights

Develop and execute product strategy and roadmap for Open Court Reading.
Collaborate with educators, curriculum designers, sales, and technical teams to prioritize product features.
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to guide product improvements.
Manage iterative product releases ensuring timely delivery of updates and new features.
Oversee product P&L, fiscal budget, and monthly forecasts to ensure financial efficiency.
Provide training and support to sales teams on product value and features.
Require a Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Product Management, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years product management experience, ideally in education or EdTech.
Strong knowledge of K-6 literacy education and current educational standards.
Compensation ranges from $49,500 to $115,000 annually based on experience and location.

Product Manager, In Markets ELA Full Description

Product Manager, In Markets ELA

United States
Product Management
School
Remote

Overview

Build the Future
At McGraw Hill, we are passionate about supporting educators and empowering students through innovative literacy programs. Open Court Reading, a comprehensive K-5 English Language Arts program, has a rich legacy of fostering reading proficiency and critical thinking skills. As a Product Manager for Open Court Reading, you will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing this impactful product to meet the evolving needs of students and educators.

How can you make an impact?
The Product Manager for Open Court Reading will be responsible for driving the strategic vision and management of this well-established core and accelerated solutions ELA program. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that Open Court Reading remains competitive, effective, and aligned with market demands and educational standards. Your leadership will directly impact the program’s growth and help shape the future of literacy education.

What You’ll Do:

Develop and execute the product strategy and roadmap for Open Court Reading, ensuring alignment with market needs, customer feedback, and business goals.
Collaborate with stakeholders, including educators, curriculum designers, sales teams, and technical teams, to define and prioritize product requirements and enhancements.
Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback sessions to continuously assess the product’s strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Manage an iterative product roadmap from ideation through release, ensuring timely and successful delivery of market-driven features, content updates, and enhancements.
Lead cross-functional teams to bring new product features to market, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with the existing curriculum, brand and legacy of efficacy.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and product analytics to measure the success of product initiatives and inform future product development.
Advocate for the needs of educators and students, ensuring that Open Court Reading supports effective teaching and positive student outcomes.
Develop and maintain detailed product documentation, including responses to RFPs, rubrics, product proposals, funding requests, training materials, and support resources.
Manage the P&L for the product line including oversight of the fiscal budget and monthly forecast, driving towards spending to plan and recognizing efficiencies in development.
Provide training and support to sales teams, ensuring they have a deep understanding of the product’s value proposition and features.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Product Management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in product management, preferably within the education or EdTech sector.
Strong understanding of K-6 literacy education, including familiarity with current educational standards and classroom practices.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive product development from concept through launch in a multi-year, iterative release schedule.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
Passion for education and a commitment to improving literacy outcomes for all students.

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 fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

The pay range for this position is between $49,500-$115,000 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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Original Job Description

Product Manager, In Markets ELA

United States
Product Management
School
Remote

Develop and execute the product strategy and roadmap for Open Court Reading, ensuring alignment with market needs, customer feedback, and business goals.
Collaborate with stakeholders, including educators, curriculum designers, sales teams, and technical teams, to define and prioritize product requirements and enhancements.
Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback sessions to continuously assess the product’s strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Manage an iterative product roadmap from ideation through release, ensuring timely and successful delivery of market-driven features, content updates, and enhancements.
Lead cross-functional teams to bring new product features to market, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with the existing curriculum, brand and legacy of efficacy.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and product analytics to measure the success of product initiatives and inform future product development.
Advocate for the needs of educators and students, ensuring that Open Court Reading supports effective teaching and positive student outcomes.
Develop and maintain detailed product documentation, including responses to RFPs, rubrics, product proposals, funding requests, training materials, and support resources.
Manage the P&L for the product line including oversight of the fiscal budget and monthly forecast, driving towards spending to plan and recognizing efficiencies in development.
Provide training and support to sales teams, ensuring they have a deep understanding of the product’s value proposition and features.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Product Management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in product management, preferably within the education or EdTech sector.
Strong understanding of K-6 literacy education, including familiarity with current educational standards and classroom practices.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive product development from concept through launch in a multi-year, iterative release schedule.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
Passion for education and a commitment to improving literacy outcomes for all students.

Why work for us?

Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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