Executive Editor – K12 World Language

Vista Higher Learning; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Educational assistance

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Vista Higher Learning seeks an Executive Editor for K12 World Language to lead editorial strategies and digital content development in Boston. This hybrid role requires deep expertise in K-12 education and a passion for innovative learning experiences.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of editorial leadership experience and a commitment to quality standards in educational publishing. A Bachelor's degree is required, ideally complemented by a Master's degree. The salary range is $100,000 - $120,000 annually plus incentives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in editorial leadership and team management.
• Expert-level knowledge of K-12 world language curriculum and educational standards.
• Strong proficiency in digital publishing and CMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the editorial and content strategy for K-12 world language curricula.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality educational content.
• Manage large-scale educational products and ensure editorial integrity.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Content strategy development

Digital publishing expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive Editor – K12 World Language

Hybrid Remote, Boston, Massachusetts

WHO ARE YOU?

You have deep expertise in K-12 world languages, digital publishing, instructional design, and content operations. You’re a leader that champions innovation, scalability, and data-informed decision-making to ensure the organization is at the forefront of educational impact and digital transformation.

WHO ARE WE?

We are passionate, innovative, lifelong learners, and creative thinkers working to develop culturally authentic language learning products for K-12 schools and universities.

WHAT IS THE ROLE ABOUT?

As the World Language Executive Editor, you will be a visionary leader who defines and drives the editorial and content strategy for key academic disciplines and learner levels within the company’s educational publishing portfolio. You will lead a cross-functional team of editors, content strategists, and freelance creators to deliver high-quality, learner-centered content that meets rigorous pedagogical and market standards across digital platforms. Working in close partnership with senior stakeholders in product, UX/UI design, marketing, and engineering, your work aims to ensure content experiences are aligned with user needs, platform capabilities, and strategic business goals.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Architect and lead a comprehensive editorial and content development that aligns with business goals, pedagogical imperatives, and the demands of a digitally connected educational landscape.
• Serve as the strategic voice of editorial at the executive level, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide digital transformation goals and the company’s long-term vision for educational impact.
• Provide visionary leadership and mentorship by guiding managing editors, development teams, and cross‑functional content staff, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and digital‑first thinking.
• Drive innovation in instructional content through integrating multimodal learning experiences, inclusive design principles, and emerging trends in educational technology and digital pedagogy.
• Lead exploration and pilot initiatives around emerging educational technologies, new content delivery models, and cutting‑edge pedagogical approaches to keep the company at the forefront of the education sector.
• Oversee the development and launch of large‑scale educational products; manage the creation of multi‑format educational products with a focus on standards alignment, learner engagement, and platform‑specific optimization.
• Act as a spokesperson and thought leader for the company at industry conferences, educational forums, and media engagements, elevating the brand’s profile and influencing trends in educational publishing.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders such as educational institutions, government bodies, content partners, and technology vendors to expand the company’s reach and collaborative opportunities.
• Ensure the highest levels of editorial integrity and quality across all platforms and delivery channels.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across functions to embed editorial initiatives into integrated, data‑informed product strategies.
• Monitor and analyze market dynamics and competitive intelligence; shape strategic content initiatives and long‑term planning based on market signals and shifts in digital education policy.
• Champion the continuous optimization of editorial workflows and tools through improved workflows and content management systems.
• Manage editorial operating models; oversee budget, resource allocation, vendor partnerships, and freelance ecosystems to support scalability and operational sustainability.

YOU MUST HAVE (MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE)

• Bachelor’s degree minimum.

Editorial Leadership

• 8+ years of people management experience leading, mentoring, and developing editorial teams and cross‑functional collaborators while fostering innovation, excellence, and digital‑first editorial thinking.
• Proven editorial leader able to shape content strategy, serve as the senior editorial voice, and align initiatives with organizational goals, audience needs, brand standards, and long‑term educational impact.
• Expert‑level knowledge of relevant academic standards, learner needs, and educational market expectations, with a strong commitment to editorial quality and consistency across platforms.
• Track record of advancing instructional content through multimodal learning, inclusive design, educational technology trends, and digital transformation initiatives that support diverse learners.

Education Sector and Product Knowledge

• 13+ years of experience in educational publishing or curriculum development, with majority spent in the relevant curriculum area and learning stage.
• Subject matter expert in relevant K‑12 World Language curriculum area and intended learners.
• Expert level knowledge of relevant educational market and landscape, familiarity with state and national standards, and a keen awareness of the distinct needs and challenges of the market.

Additional Skills

• Expertise with CMS and digital publishing platforms or proprietary educational publishing systems.
• Strong knowledge of digital publishing standards and formats and interactive content platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Smartsheet, SharePoint, and related productivity and collaboration tools.
• Strong proficiency with project management and workflow.
• Excellent strategic thinking skills to set direction, anticipate market shifts, risks, and opportunities.
• Excellent analytical skills using data and sound judgment to assess priorities, evaluate risk, and support strategic decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills to clearly and effectively build trust, align stakeholders, and keep work moving forward.

IDEAL IF YOU HAVE (PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE)

• Teaching experience and international experience are a strong plus.
• Native or near‑native proficiency in English and Spanish, both spoken and written strongly preferred.
• Experience with VHL products is strongly preferred.
• Master’s degree and certifications preferred.

LOCATION: Hybrid – Boston

Candidate must reside within the United States, within a reasonable distance to our Boston, MA office, and work the required hybrid remote/in‑office schedule (Tuesday and Thursday minimum in office). Relocation is not available for this position.

Salary Range

$100,000 – $120,000 annual.

This position is salaried and is eligible for an annual incentive based on employee and organizational performance.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes life, health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), educational assistance, commuter pass subsidies, generous employee referral bonuses, PTO, and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vista Higher Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.