Instructional Designer, 6-12 Literacy

Fast Facts McGraw Hill is seeking an Instructional Designer for K-12 literacy programs, responsible for creating innovative digital and curriculum solutions in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: Design and develop high-quality curriculum solutions, support digital tool development and user testing, and ensure instructional accuracy in educational content. Skills: Strong project management capabilities, proficiency in digital content development tools, and collaboration skills within Agile frameworks. Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related field with 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably including teaching experience in grades 6-12. Location: Illinois, United States Compensation: $54550 - $65000 / Annually

Overview

Make an Impact! At McGraw Hill we create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide from kindergarten through graduate school. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning tools and content that maximize a teacher’s time and a student’s learning experience. We do all of this in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career in a way that fits into your life. How can you make an impact? McGraw Hill, the leading provider of digital and print educational resources, is looking for an Instructional Designer, 6-12 ELA for our K-12 division literacy programs. You will be a valuable member of a collaborative group of Instructional Designers, closely partnering with teams focused on content, product management, UX, and creative media. As part of this team, you will create robust digital tools, curriculum and learning solutions in a variety of formats that are used by millions of educators and students every day. The Instructional Designer, 6-12 ELA is a digital savvy content and curriculum expert, responsible and accountable for assembling high-quality content based on specific product requirements for the Literacy programs. This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. This is a Project Status Worker (PSW) role with an end date of 12/31/26. What you will be doing:

• Contribute to product workstreams, proofs of concept, prototypes, and digital asset builds by applying UBD, backward design, design thinking, and instructional design principles to develop innovative, high-quality curriculum solutions.
• Design, storyboard, review manuscripts, support build rounds, and perform digital editing, metadata tagging, and concept mapping to ensure instructional accuracy, usability, and alignment with product goals.
• Provide strong contributions to digital tool development, user testing, accessibility compliance, and technical troubleshooting, collaborating cross-functionally to identify bugs, define enhancements, and improve platform and authoring tools.
• Work within an Agile framework to lead approved workflows, meet intermediate and final schedules, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and in alignment with product requirements.
• Support vendors, freelancers, and associate instructional designers through workflow guidance, training, templates, trackers, and development standards to ensure consistent quality and operational efficiency.
• Create novel, data-informed solutions that deliver measurable value for internal and external stakeholders by experimenting with new approaches, staying current with industry trends, and driving continuous innovation in instructional design practices.

We are looking for someone with:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field, with 2–4 years of experience in digital content development for teaching and learning materials.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and budget constraints.
• Experience working within Agile environments, collaborating in iterative workflows to deliver high-quality digital products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with authoring tools, learning management systems (LMS), and content management systems (CMS), including the ability to design animated and interactive content.
• Preferred background in teaching (6–12 experience), demonstrating practical classroom insight and learner-centered design expertise.

Why work for us? At McGraw-Hill, we leverage cutting-edge technology to create innovative learning solutions that support learners at all stages of their educational journey. Our state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms provide personalized, interactive experiences that enhance understanding and retention. Being part of McGraw-Hill means joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of education and making a real impact on students' lives. It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The pay range for this position is between $54,550 - $65,000 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. McGraw Hill recruiters always use a “@mheducation.com or @careers.mheducation.com” email address and/or from our Applicant Tracking System, iCIMS. Any variation of this email domain should be considered suspicious. Additionally, McGraw Hill recruiters and authorized representatives will never request sensitive information in email 50310 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job