Job Description
Job Description: Senior Development Editor for K to 12
Note: Work from office opportunity, Bangalore (relocation paid for on case to case basis)
Pre-requisites:
- Must be a postgraduate in Linguistics (English), Mathematics or Science
- Ability to work with educational content in English, Math's or Science (STEAM) up to Grade 12
- Minimum of 5 year’s experience in K-12 academic publishing or content development
- Minimum of 5 year’s experience in Editing academic content for K-12/school segment - copy editing, proofing and validating content
- Experience with CCSS, Cambridge IGCSE and NGSS preferred
- Teaching experience in STEM subjects is an advantage
Your Persona:
- Passion to make a difference to the learner and teacher with great content
- Demonstrated experience in meeting tight deadlines
- High level of attention to detail
- Excellent command and flair for English
- Ability to edit independently for a target audience with minimal supervision
The Role and Responsibility:
- Develop quality print and digital products by content, linguistic and copy editing to ensure content appeals to K-12 learners and educators
- Perform developmental editing on educational content to meet the requirements of the target audience, by aligning with the curriculum framework and ensuring readability at the appropriate level
- Develop materials in collaboration with the author to ensure optimal quality and accuracy of publications
- Engage with the book production process from the manuscript stage to the final publication, while liaising with authors, designers, illustrators, etc.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials by monitoring schedules and adhering to tight deadlines
- Prepare artwork briefs, carry out photo-sourcing, and obtain permission for the use of copyrighted materials
- Review and proofread materials at different stages
- Carry out market research on the competition for creative ideas and trends
- Work closely with Sales and Marketing to ensure that books are relevant to the target audience
- Ensure that planned expenses (photographs, artwork etc.) fall within the set budget and suggest alternatives where necessary
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹1,100,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Schedule:
Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
India: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
school book development: 5 years (Preferred)
development editing: 5 years (Preferred)
Speak with the employer
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Application Deadline: 31/05/2026
Expected Start Date: 01/06/2026
Hiring Insights
Note: Work from office opportunity, Bangalore (relocation paid for on case to case basis)
Pre-requisites:
- Must be a postgraduate in Linguistics (English), Mathematics or Science
- Ability to work with educational content in English, Math's or Science (STEAM) up to Grade 12
- Minimum of 5 year’s experience in K-12 academic publishing or content development
- Minimum of 5 year’s experience in Editing academic content for K-12/school segment - copy editing, proofing and validating content
- Experience with CCSS, Cambridge IGCSE and NGSS preferred
- Teaching experience in STEM subjects is an advantage
Your Persona:
- Passion to make a difference to the learner and teacher with great content
- Demonstrated experience in meeting tight deadlines
- High level of attention to detail
- Excellent command and flair for English
- Ability to edit independently for a target audience with minimal supervision
The Role and Responsibility:
- Develop quality print and digital products by content, linguistic and copy editing to ensure content appeals to K-12 learners and educators
- Perform developmental editing on educational content to meet the requirements of the target audience, by aligning with the curriculum framework and ensuring readability at the appropriate level
- Develop materials in collaboration with the author to ensure optimal quality and accuracy of publications
- Engage with the book production process from the manuscript stage to the final publication, while liaising with authors, designers, illustrators, etc.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials by monitoring schedules and adhering to tight deadlines
- Prepare artwork briefs, carry out photo-sourcing, and obtain permission for the use of copyrighted materials
- Review and proofread materials at different stages
- Carry out market research on the competition for creative ideas and trends
- Work closely with Sales and Marketing to ensure that books are relevant to the target audience
- Ensure that planned expenses (photographs, artwork etc.) fall within the set budget and suggest alternatives where necessary
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹1,100,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Schedule:
Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
India: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
school book development: 5 years (Preferred)
development editing: 5 years (Preferred)
Speak with the employer
++1-XXXXXXXXXX
Application Deadline: 31/05/2026
Expected Start Date: 01/06/2026
Hiring Insights
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Development Editor position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Jaipur offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
