Associate Editor, AD&D

College Board – Learning & Assessment 
 

Location: This is a remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices have the option of being fully remote or hybrid (Tuesday and Wednesday in office). All CB employees are required to occasionally travel to meet in person for business purposes. 
 

Role Type: This is a full-time position. 

About the Team  

The Editorial team is part of College Board’s Assessment Design and Development (AD&D) department. We are a collaborative team committed to producing SAT Suite test questions and related publications that are error-free, consistent in style, and aligned to established editorial standards. We also edit materials and ensure quality control for other College Board programs, such as AP and ACCUPLACER. We work closely with Math and Reading and Writing subject matter experts within AD&D and other teams across College Board to publish tests and related materials in a variety of formats, both digital and print. As a team, we are in a period of intentional growth and evolution. We are actively refining our processes, strengthening cross-functional partnerships, and identifying new ways to improve how we work. We value editorial expertise, thoughtful collaboration, and continuous learning and improvement to ensure that we can continue producing work of the highest quality.  

About the Opportunity   

As an Associate Editor, you will play an important role in ensuring the quality, clarity, accuracy, and consistency of assessments and publications for the SAT Suite and other College Board programs. You will apply College Board’s style guidelines and industry standards to support consistent, error-free, and student-centered content. In partnership with test developers, subject matter experts, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will incorporate feedback thoughtfully and take ownership of the editorial integrity of assigned materials, acting as an expert on all editorial matters. You will also contribute to collaborative team practices, support process improvements, and leverage evolving tools and technologies to strengthen editorial workflows, helping to deliver high-quality assessments across digital and print platforms. 

In this role, you will:  

Copyedit and proofread content [70%] 

• Copyedit and proofread test questions, assessment support materials, and other publications for the SAT Suite, ACCUPLACER, AP, and other programs in various formats (digital apps, print, etc.) for clarity, accuracy, and alignment to College Board and industry standards, appropriately applying defined scopes of edit 

• Ensure all deliverables adhere to grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word usage conventions  

• Apply College Board and other relevant style guidelines as appropriate to all edited content 

• Work closely with editorial peers and content developers to ensure content is high-quality and error-free, incorporating feedback and data to support continuous improvement 

• Use research skills to fact check content as needed 

• Work with the editorial team to maintain an in-house assessment style guide 

• Develop and maintain proficiency with a variety of authoring and content management platforms 

• Leverage AI and other technology/tools in editorial workflows and processes to support efficiency and quality 

Collaborate with peers and partner teams [15%] 

• Prepare for and participate in meetings with editorial peers and stakeholder teams 

• Answer questions, provide feedback, share best practices, and support alignment across assessment development workflows 

• Provide editorial expertise to internal and external customers, clarifying editorial standards and decision rationales for stakeholders as needed 

• Provide peer review and input on editorial questions and discussions  

• Promote a collaborative, constructive, mission-focused work environment in which the highest standards of quality and process are established and maintained while keeping the needs and expectations of students and other stakeholders foremost in mind 

Contribute to operational team goals and initiatives [15%] 

• Contribute to shared documentation, templates, and workflow improvements 

• Assist with process improvement, pilots, and other strategic efforts in a supporting role 

• Participate in professional growth opportunities and present relevant information to the editorial team and other stakeholders 

• Participate in pilots, research efforts, or new workflow implementation efforts 

• Assist with various other special projects or team initiatives as assigned 

About You  

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or a related field 

• 4 or more years of copyediting, proofreading, and fact checking experience, preferably in educational publishing, assessment, or technical content 

• Strong attention to detail and command of grammar, usage, punctuation, and syntax, with knowledge of general publishing and publications standards and practices  

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style and demonstrated ability to apply various styles appropriately and consistently 

• Experience editing and working in a variety of content management systems, technical platforms, and software (Smartsheet, Adobe, Microsoft Office, etc.) 

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to give and receive constructive feedback and explain editorial decisions clearly and professionally 

• Strong organizational and version control skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously 

• Ability to manage work autonomously and escalate issues effectively while understanding how individual contributions impact broader team objectives and workflows 

• Ability to travel 1–3 times a year to College Board offices or on behalf of College Board business 

All roles at College Board require: 

• A passion for expanding educational and career opportunities and mission-driven work 

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions and comfort with learning and applying new digital tools independently and proactively.  

• Clear and concise communication skills, written and verbal 

• A learner's mindset and a commitment to growth: welcoming diverse perspectives, giving and receiving timely, respectful feedback, and continuously improving through iterative learning and user input. 

• A drive for impact and excellence: solving complex problems, making data-informed decisions, prioritizing what matters most, and continuously improving through learning, user input, and external benchmarking. 

• A collaborative and empathetic approach: working across differences, fostering trust, and contributing to a culture of shared success 

• Authorization to work in the United States 

About Our Process   

• Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. 

• While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise such as live coding, a panel interview, a conversation with leadership and reference checks.    

What We Offer 

At College Board, we offer more than a paycheck- we provide a meaningful career, a supportive team, and a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive. We’re a self-sustaining nonprofit that believes in fair and competitive compensation grounded in your qualifications, experience, impact, and the market. 

A Thoughtful Approach to Compensation 

• The hiring range for this role is $56,000-95,000 

• Your exact salary will depend on your location, experience, and how your background compares to others in similar roles at the College Board. 

• We aim to make our best offer upfront, rooted in fairness, transparency, and market data. 

• We adjust salaries by location to ensure fairness, no matter where you live. 

You’ll have open, transparent conversations about compensation, benefits, and what it’s like to work at College Board throughout your hiring process. Check out our careers page for more. 

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