Editor - Early Childhood Education

Goodheart-Willcox Publisher - Tinley Park, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Tinley Park, IL

About the position

The Editor for Early Childhood Education at Goodheart-Willcox Publisher will lead the editorial process for the Family and Consumer Science discipline, focusing on managing multiple projects from planning through publication. This role requires collaboration with authors and the publishing team to create market-leading educational products, ensuring accuracy and adherence to educational standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage revisions and new products from planning through publication.
• Review, establish, and execute product development plans for new or revised titles.
• Provide direction and feedback to authors throughout the manuscript development process.
• Facilitate and execute each step of the development, editing, and production preparatory stages.
• Edit, research, verify the accuracy of content, and write manuscripts as needed.
• Design/create and obtain illustrations, tables, charts, and photographic images for products.
• Find and choose qualified reviewers and work with them to ensure manuscript accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum four years of experience in editing or educational content development.
• Excellent knowledge of English language skills, specifically grammar and usage.
• Understanding of state or certification-based educational standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Experience in editing K-12 educational products and post-secondary materials.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401(k) with match
• Wellbeing Program
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Social Activities and Events
• Pet Insurance