Writer/Editor | Full-Time

gallopade
Jun 3
2 min read

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Gallopade is a leading publisher of elementary and middle school curriculum resources aligned to state learning standards and an award-winning source of children’s literature and unique books for all ages. For more than 45 years, Gallopade has partnered with schools, teachers, libraries, museums, gift shops, and bookstores to provide titles about Social Studies, Geography, Science, and more! Gallopade Curriculum is currently available in seven U.S. states and continues to expand.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The top responsibility of the Writer/Editor is to create and maintain new and existing print and digital products, features, enhancements, updates, and corrections. The writer/editor will edit and write Social Studies materials for elementary grades. They will construct student books (digital and print textbooks) based on the state standards and build supplementary materials that help reinforce and enhance students’ learning. This includes tests, quizzes, activities, projects, worksheets, additional reading, and more.

Foundational characteristics essential to meeting customer expectations include content accuracy, ease of use (for teachers and students), effectiveness (at helping achieve learning goals), and detailed alignment to state learning standards (for curriculum products). Other important characteristics in Product Development include enthusiasm, inclusivity, honesty, and passion for your work.

RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE

Edit and write print and digital Student Books and supplementary materials
Ensure all products align completely to state and grade standards
Collaborate with managers, editors, curriculum specialists, trainers, and designers to create and deliver projects and to continuously improve them
Seek ways to improve the teacher and student experience through innovation and creativity, best practices in communication, and state-of-the art media
Manage multiple concurrent projects within a fast-paced environment

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in journalism or English
5+ years of experience as a writer/editor
Expert at writing, proofreading, and editing; great storyteller
Demonstrated ability to conduct and analyze research and then tailor information for different audiences or grade levels
Conceptual creativity and problem-solving skills; strong attention to detail; excellent organization skills
Experience with content management systems
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Strong interpersonal and time management skills
Familiarity with both the Chicago Manual of Style and AP Style
Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: publishing, education, instructional design, K-12 curriculum resources, eLearning

JOB DETAILS

40 hours per week M-F
Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, IRA account, PTO, Sick Time, etc.)
Peachtree City, GA, office is the preferred work location, but remote work may be considered
Family-owned and operated business for more than 45 years

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume to mackenzie.briggs@gallopade.com. Include any samples of projects you have worked on and have had published.

LOCATION

Our Peachtree City, GA, office is the preferred work location, but remote work may be considered.