The Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS) is seeking an outstanding professional with exceptional editorial skills, experience in secondary (grades 6–12) publishing, and strong foundational knowledge of Judaism and Jewish history.

Please send your cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to: info@icsresources.org.

Note: Due to the anticipated volume of responses, ICS will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements.

ICS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disabilities.

Anticipated Start Date

ASAP

Key Responsibilities

- Performing top-notch subject matter reviews (revising for historical accuracy and providing explanations of changes), developmental and content editing (improving structure and language, with a sharp eye for bias), and some original writing (developing new or substantially revised content)

- Ensuring that all content meets our high standards of editorial excellence, with focus on accuracy, instructional quality, classroom sensitivity, and inclusion

- Collaborating closely with our Executive Editor and Editorial Team to meet our rigorous production deadlines, anticipate and resolve problems, and ensure excellent results

- Supporting a variety of processes and functions within the Editorial Team and across ICS, including the facilitation of workflows, development of style sheets and other core editorial resources, and maintenance of schedules and metrics tracking documents

- Possibility of leading and/or mentoring staff within department

Qualifications and Requirements

- 3+ years as an editor in the secondary (grades 6–12) publishing space; background in social studies publishing strongly preferred

- Advanced command of core editorial functions, including exceptional content review, editing, and development skills

- Deep understanding of reading levels, text structures, and instructional practices for grades 6–12

- Support for ICS’s mission of promoting accurate K–12 education about Jews, Judaism, and Jewish history

- Self-motivated and highly organized, with exceptional follow-through, initiative, and commitment to excellence

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with positive attitude and commitment to teamwork

Compensation

$80,000-$90,000 depending on experience