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Education Week, an independent, nonprofit media organization that provides news, analysis, and research on K-12 American education, is seeking an Assistant Managing Editor to join our newsroom. This position is based in the Washington, D.C. area.
Job Summary
Education Week is seeking a versatile and strategic Assistant Managing Editor to join our mission-driven newsroom to oversee our portfolio of editorial newsletters and manage a two-person team of reporters who cover a range of general assignment topics and issues in K-12 which could include reading instruction, teachers’ experiences and mindsets, and how technology shapes what and how students learn.
We are looking for an editor who understands K-12 education and can articulate a vision for coverage on topics that are fresh, insightful, and highly relevant for a professional audience. This AME will join a seasoned and energetic editing team dedicated to helping reporters be highly productive while building deep subject matter expertise and strong connections with our audiences. This editor plays a key leadership role in EdWeek’s overall newsletter strategy and execution, collaborating with colleagues across the organization to optimize our newsletter portfolio.
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The Company
At Education Week, we believe that an equitable—and excellent—education for all students is possible, and we empower the field to make it a reality. As a leading authority in pre-K-12 education, Education Week is the comprehensive cornerstone for educators, policymakers, and business leaders, providing trusted and non-partisan journalism and research insights that inspire critical conversations and meaningful action.
Edweek.org and Education Week, in print, engage readers with indispensable news, actionable analysis, outside opinion and commentary, and distinctive explanatory and investigative journalism. EdWeek Market Brief, our digital intelligence report for education business leaders, provides original reporting, deep analysis and proprietary, data-driven research focused on school district purchasing and priorities. And EdWeek TopSchoolJobs connects the nation’s leading educators and business leaders with career insights and high-profile and in-demand professional opportunities. We serve the field and connect all voices in the education community with our projects across digital, print, and video platforms and through live and virtual events.
Education Week is an entrepreneurial non-profit media organization with a double bottom-line focus. We combine a mission orientation with a strong desire to evolve our projects to serve our audience and to ensure our growth and sustainability.
Benefits and Perks
Education Week is a vibrant workplace that is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, MD. We are within short walking distance of numerous restaurants and shops, the Metro, and are adjacent to The Capital Crescent Trail. During the post-pandemic era, our staff has continued to work in a remote posture pending working requirements. We are in the process of developing a Future of Work policy that anticipates greater in-office engagement. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including health and dental insurance, a 401(k), PTO, and tuition assistance. We value innovation, leadership, and forward-thinking, and provide a friendly, intellectual, challenging work environment where employees can thrive and grow professionally.
Education Week strongly values equity and believes in a society where all children have access to high quality K-12 education. As such, Education Week is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. EdWeek is committed to maintaining a diverse and multicultural working environment.
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Education Week will not be able to sponsor applicants for work visas.
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