Managing Editor – K12 World Language

Vista Higher Learning

Managing Editor leading the development of K12 World Language educational content. Overseeing editorial teams and ensuring content meets pedagogical standards and market needs.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DrupalWordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct the editorial vision and execution of content across K12 World Language print and digital educational products
Ensure content aligns with learning objectives, market needs, and pedagogical and editorial standards for clarity, accuracy, voice, style, inclusivity, and integrity
Oversee and participate in content reviews, guiding revisions and final approvals for print and digital products prior to release
Stay informed on trends in relevant education landscape, curriculum standards, and competitor offerings to inform content strategy and ensure competitive positioning
Ensure content complies with accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG), copyright regulations, and educational standards
Plan and manage multiple editorial projects concurrently, from concept through delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, quality, and deadlines
Develop and refine editorial workflows, tools, and documentation to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability across teams and projects
Supervise, mentor, and support a team of editors and content developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
Collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, instructional designers, authors, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of content into product experiences
Source, onboard, and oversee freelance editors, writers, and subject-matter experts; review and approve deliverables to ensure quality
Provide clear, timely updates to internal stakeholders and leadership on editorial project status, risks, and milestones

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree minimum
10+ years of progressive editorial experience within the K12 or Higher Education publishing sector, encompassing both print and digital mediums
3+ years of people management experience, leading, supervising and developing a cross-functional team of editorial professionals
Native or near-native proficiency in English and Spanish, both spoken and written
Strong strategic thinking skills to set direction, anticipate market shifts, risks, and opportunities
Strong analytical skills using data and sound judgment to assess priorities, evaluate risk, and support strategic decisions
Excellent communication skills to clearly and effectively build trust, align stakeholders, and keep work moving forward
Experience leading complex projects from concept to publication in close partnership with internal and external teams
Strong knowledge of print production workflows and the requirements of publishing both physical and digital educational content
Advanced command of editorial principles, including substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading for educational content
Deep knowledge of editorial style guides, such as Chicago and APA, and best practices for content development
Subject matter expertise in world language education, with deep knowledge of state and national standards and the competitive landscape
Strong knowledge of educational frameworks, pedagogy, curriculum standards, assessment design, and instructional content development
Strong understanding of e-learning, multimedia integration, emerging digital content formats, and technologies such as HTML, XML, and EPUB
Hands-on experience with CMS platforms and digital publishing tools such as WordPress, Drupal, or proprietary systems
Experience using project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or Jira to improve workflows and team collaboration
Proficiency with Adobe tools and standard office software, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Benefits

Comp & perks

life/health/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
educational assistance
commuter pass subsidies
generous employee referral bonuses
PTO and paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

editorial principlessubstantive editingcopyeditingproofreadingprint production workflowseducational content developmentHTMLXMLEPUBdata analysis

Soft Skills

strategic thinkinganalytical skillscommunication skillspeople managementcollaborationmentoringproject managementrisk assessmentstakeholder alignmentteam development