Vice President Product Development, Literacy

Savvas Learning Company is a global education company that produces award-winning learning solutions that empower educators and engage students with the highest quality content.   Recognized as an industry leader, we serve millions of K-12 learners with innovative, student-centered educational programs that turn today’s classrooms into active learning environments. By embracing technology, personalized learning, and immersive experiences delivered across multiple platforms, we design our learning solutions to be more accessible and relevant to each student.   Our award-winning, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline, from evidence-based, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college and career readiness solutions — all designed to meet the needs of every learner.   

We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking educational publishing executive to drive our Product Development efforts for K–12 Literacy, including Supplemental, Assessment, and Intervention solutions. In this role, you'll use your experience guiding development teams to manage our comprehensive literacy portfolio.

What You’ll Do

You will provide overall product development leadership for our Literacy portfolio, which includes K–12 Literacy, Supplemental, Assessment & Intervention. With support from the Senior Vice-President of Product Development, you’ll collaborate with Product Management/Marketing, Creative Design/UX, and Product Technology to develop innovative product models that meet the needs of today’s teachers and students. You will drive product strategy and oversee planning, budgeting, and development for all literacy projects. You will lead a dedicated editorial team through all stages of product development, ensuring that projects are completed on time, on budget, and aligned with the original product vision. You will manage relationships with program authors, key internal personnel, and external partners, including consultants, reviewers, and vendors.

Your Experience

• You have 12+ years of experience in curriculum development and/or instructional development of instructional materials with an educational publisher

• You love to lead and have experience effectively managing others.

• You have a bachelor’s degree in English, Reading, Literacy, Elementary or Secondary Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• You have previous teaching experience and knowledge about how children learn. 

• You enjoy challenges and a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

• You thrive on fruitful collaboration and building consensus among a variety of stakeholders.

• You are passionate about improving student outcomes and developing quality content.

• You are willing to travel occasionally as projects require.

ABOUT SAVVAS

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to creating a work environment that promotes their growth, well-being, and success. We develop learning solutions that empower educators and improve student outcomes thanks to our team's passion, creativity, and dedication. 

TOTAL REWARDS

At Savvas, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We invest in our employees with a rewards package that combines compensation, exceptional benefits and wellness programs in addition to opportunities for professional growth. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation. The posted hiring range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting and remains subject to modification. Compensation is determined by factors such as but not limited to skills, experience, budget, and internal equity.

Hiring Range: $160,000 - $200,000

Starting on Day One we are committed to the health, well-being, and development of our employees.  As a Savvas employee, you are eligible to participate in benefits that put you first. Our benefits include a wide range of offerings including but not limited to the following:

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision
• Time to Recharge: Vacation time and 10 paid holidays. 
• Time to Recover: Sick time and leave programs.
• Financial Wellness: Employees can start securing their financial future without any delay with a 401(k) match and immediate vesting.
• Wellness Programs: We recognize the importance of emotional and mental well-being, both in our work environment and in our personal lives. We are committed to providing resources and support to promote overall well-being and a healthy work-life balance. 
• Extra Perks: Discounted gym memberships, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, volunteer opportunities, and much more!

Savvas benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms.

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Savvas Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Savvas Learning complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Savvas prohibits discrimination against individuals based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, and other protected group status. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.   Learn more about Pay Transparency at Savvas.
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