http://careers.hmhco.com/feeds/education-Washington-DC-jobs/ Custom RSS Feed for education-Washington-DC-jobs Sat, 25 May 2013 01:16:30 GMT en-us http://careers.hmhco.com/feeds/education-Washington-DC-jobs/ 720 Published Job Title: Assessment Consultant
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5624
State/Province/County: New Jersey
City: New Brunswick
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development
*
* Territory is located in Northeast Region covering: Philadelphia, Wilmington, DE, NJ, SE PA, MD, & DC

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s desirable)
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 04/27/13]]>Mon, 06 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-Brunswick-Assessment-Consultant-Job-NJ-08901/2420716/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-Brunswick-Assessment-Consultant-Job-NJ-08901/2420716/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: National Practice Director (homebased , location open)
Published Division/Department: Corporate Education Services
Requisition #: 5800
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 30% - 40%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Educational Consulting/Professional Services
The Education Practice Manger for Adult Learning/Workforce Redevelopment and Adaptive Teaching markets will leverage their expertise and experience to define and develop next-generation learning services and professional development for education leaders. Practice Managers will lead HMH’s thought leadership efforts on a specific discipline area(s), using research; market data, trends, and innovation; competitive intelligence; and work with association, government, and partner experts to create services and products that anticipate client needs and demands. Partnering with the HMH Leadership and Learning Center (LLC) – and across HMH (e.g., product development, assessment), the Practice Manager will be responsible for building a complete service offering to be marketed, sold, and delivered through the LLC’s service professionals and consultants.
Lead HMH design strategy for discipline-specific next-generation learning services offerings:· Track market trends, research, and innovations as well as legislative and competitive landscape to ensure that HMH is designing high-impact service offerings that anticipate client demand.· Monitor HMH product development, assessment, and services current offerings and pipeline plans to construct comprehensive solutions where appropriate.· Maintain regular communication with LLC and HMH Heinemann teammates to leverage fully client input and feedback and share it within our community of services professionals.Convert market intelligence into comprehensive Services offerings:· Create framework and timeline for proposed deliverables.· Validate proposed solutions via internal and external discussions, speaking engagement, etc.· Pilot comprehensive solutions – independently, with HMH colleagues, clients, or associations/partners – to incubate and test new service offerings.· Build pilots with appropriate innovative delivery methodologies, working with delivery design lead.· Analyze success or shortcomings of incubation efforts to refine and prepare offerings.· Work with Operations Manager and LLC publications team to construct professional development and/or learning services and artifacts in accordance with standard practices.· Develop facilitation strategies for seminar delivery built on adult learning theory principles.· Train and certify LLC or other delivery teams in new content.Convey HMH thought-leadership on specific education areas via internal and external activities:· Speak at or serve on panel discussions at association and/or education events.· Write white papers that articulate the HMH position on new service areas (prime the pump).· Build reference list of clients (or incubation partners) and internal experts to market new services.· Participate actively in HMH and/or leading education social media channels.· eChats, Colloquy presentations, and/or other internal informational communication activities.· Provide sales support (e.g., proposal strategy, sales calls) and customer consultation as needed. Host periodic “think tank” activities with education experts and/or clients to generate feedback, guidance, and validate strategies and for discovery of new challenges and opportunities.
Requirements
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

MANAGEMENT/FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ability and courage to question present state, envision future state, and translate into high-impact services and products targeted to client demand• Ability to manage to project plans and deadline• Excellent presentation/training skills • Self-starter with strong teaming, organization, and collaboration skills• Strong analytical skills and business awareness• Ability to balance high-level, strategic thinking and tactical focus on delivery of specific work products• Excellent professional writing skills • Ensure development projects stay within budget• Manage T&E budget to meet full year commitments

• Manage resource and membership budget

Required:• Master’s Degree in Education or related field• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Professional Development, Educational Consulting and/or Research, or related field(s)• Educational expertise and experience working in/with school districts, state DOEs, for-profits, and/or other• Knowledge of adult learning principles and successful experience creating and delivering service offerings, products, or related deliverables• Demonstrated market expertise in the area of Early Childhood Education, Special Education and Interventional Strategies, Adult Education, or Workforce Development required.Preferred: • Advanced expertise on critical educational topics such as early childhood education, educational leadership, etc. • Experience in education environment as an instructor, leader, or other local or state administrator• Boston-based]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2544910/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2544910/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: National Practice Director(home based,location open)
Published Division/Department: Corporate Education Services
Requisition #: 5760
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 30% - 40%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Educational Consulting/Professional Services
The Education Practice Manger will leverage their expertise and experience to define and develop next-generation learning services and professional development for education leaders. Practice Managers will lead HMH’s thought leadership efforts on a specific discipline area(s), using research; market data, trends, and innovation; competitive intelligence; and work with association, government, and partner experts to create services and products that anticipate client needs and demands. Partnering with the HMH Leadership and Learning Center (LLC) – and across HMH (e.g., product development, assessment), the Practice Manager will be responsible for building a complete service offering to be marketed, sold, and delivered through the LLC’s service professionals and consultants.
Lead HMH design strategy for discipline-specific next-generation learning services offerings:· Track market trends, research, and innovations as well as legislative and competitive landscape to ensure that HMH is designing high-impact service offerings that anticipate client demand.· Monitor HMH product development, assessment, and services current offerings and pipeline plans to construct comprehensive solutions where appropriate.· Maintain regular communication with LLC and HMH Heinemann teammates to leverage fully client input and feedback and share it within our community of services professionals.Convert market intelligence into comprehensive Services offerings:· Create framework and timeline for proposed deliverables.· Validate proposed solutions via internal and external discussions, speaking engagement, etc.· Pilot comprehensive solutions – independently, with HMH colleagues, clients, or associations/partners – to incubate and test new service offerings.· Build pilots with appropriate innovative delivery methodologies, working with delivery design lead.· Analyze success or shortcomings of incubation efforts to refine and prepare offerings.· Work with Operations Manager and LLC publications team to construct professional development and/or learning services and artifacts in accordance with standard practices.· Develop facilitation strategies for seminar delivery built on adult learning theory principles.· Train and certify LLC or other delivery teams in new content.Convey HMH thought-leadership on specific education areas via internal and external activities:· Speak at or serve on panel discussions at association and/or education events.· Write white papers that articulate the HMH position on new service areas (prime the pump).· Build reference list of clients (or incubation partners) and internal experts to market new services.· Participate actively in HMH and/or leading education social media channels.· eChats, Colloquy presentations, and/or other internal informational communication activities.· Provide sales support (e.g., proposal strategy, sales calls) and customer consultation as needed. Host periodic “think tank” activities with education experts and/or clients to generate feedback, guidance, and validate strategies and for discovery of new challenges and opportunities.
Requirements
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

MANAGEMENT/FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ability and courage to question present state, envision future state, and translate into high-impact services and products targeted to client demand• Ability to manage to project plans and deadline• Excellent presentation/training skills • Self-starter with strong teaming, organization, and collaboration skills• Strong analytical skills and business awareness• Ability to balance high-level, strategic thinking and tactical focus on delivery of specific work products• Excellent professional writing skills • Ensure development projects stay within budget• Manage T&E budget to meet full year commitments

• Manage resource and membership budget

Required:• Master’s Degree in Education or related field• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Professional Development, Educational Consulting and/or Research, or related field(s)• Educational expertise and experience working in/with school districts, state DOEs, for-profits, and/or other• Knowledge of adult learning principles and successful experience creating and delivering service offerings, products, or related deliverables• Demonstrated market expertise in the area of Early Childhood Education, Special Education and Interventional Strategies, Adult Education, or Workforce Development required.Preferred: • Advanced expertise on critical educational topics such as early childhood education, educational leadership, etc. • Experience in education environment as an instructor, leader, or other local or state administrator• Boston-based]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2544915/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2544915/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: National Practice Director(home based,location open)
Published Division/Department: Corporate Education Services
Requisition #: 5803
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 30% - 40%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Educational Consulting/Professional Services
The Education Practice Manger for Teaching with Technology and Teacher & Leader Effectiveness markets will leverage their expertise and experience to define and develop next-generation learning services and professional development for education leaders. Practice Managers will lead HMH’s thought leadership efforts on a specific discipline area(s), using research; market data, trends, and innovation; competitive intelligence; and work with association, government, and partner experts to create services and products that anticipate client needs and demands. Partnering with the HMH Leadership and Learning Center (LLC) – and across HMH (e.g., product development, assessment), the Practice Manager will be responsible for building a complete service offering to be marketed, sold, and delivered through the LLC’s service professionals and consultants.
Lead HMH design strategy for discipline-specific next-generation learning services offerings:· Track market trends, research, and innovations as well as legislative and competitive landscape to ensure that HMH is designing high-impact service offerings that anticipate client demand.· Monitor HMH product development, assessment, and services current offerings and pipeline plans to construct comprehensive solutions where appropriate.· Maintain regular communication with LLC and HMH Heinemann teammates to leverage fully client input and feedback and share it within our community of services professionals.Convert market intelligence into comprehensive Services offerings:· Create framework and timeline for proposed deliverables.· Validate proposed solutions via internal and external discussions, speaking engagement, etc.· Pilot comprehensive solutions – independently, with HMH colleagues, clients, or associations/partners – to incubate and test new service offerings.· Build pilots with appropriate innovative delivery methodologies, working with delivery design lead.· Analyze success or shortcomings of incubation efforts to refine and prepare offerings.· Work with Operations Manager and LLC publications team to construct professional development and/or learning services and artifacts in accordance with standard practices.· Develop facilitation strategies for seminar delivery built on adult learning theory principles.· Train and certify LLC or other delivery teams in new content.Convey HMH thought-leadership on specific education areas via internal and external activities:· Speak at or serve on panel discussions at association and/or education events.· Write white papers that articulate the HMH position on new service areas (prime the pump).· Build reference list of clients (or incubation partners) and internal experts to market new services.· Participate actively in HMH and/or leading education social media channels.· eChats, Colloquy presentations, and/or other internal informational communication activities.· Provide sales support (e.g., proposal strategy, sales calls) and customer consultation as needed. Host periodic “think tank” activities with education experts and/or clients to generate feedback, guidance, and validate strategies and for discovery of new challenges and opportunities.
Requirements
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

MANAGEMENT/FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ability and courage to question present state, envision future state, and translate into high-impact services and products targeted to client demand• Ability to manage to project plans and deadline• Excellent presentation/training skills • Self-starter with strong teaming, organization, and collaboration skills• Strong analytical skills and business awareness• Ability to balance high-level, strategic thinking and tactical focus on delivery of specific work products• Excellent professional writing skills • Ensure development projects stay within budget• Manage T&E budget to meet full year commitments

• Manage resource and membership budget

Required:• Master’s Degree in Education or related field• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Professional Development, Educational Consulting and/or Research, or related field(s)• Educational expertise and experience working in/with school districts, state DOEs, for-profits, and/or other• Knowledge of adult learning principles and successful experience creating and delivering service offerings, products, or related deliverables• Demonstrated market expertise in the area of Early Childhood Education, Special Education and Interventional Strategies, Adult Education, or Workforce Development required.Preferred: • Advanced expertise on critical educational topics such as early childhood education, educational leadership, etc. • Experience in education environment as an instructor, leader, or other local or state administrator• Boston-based]]>Tue, 21 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2559820/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-National-Practice-Director-Job-MA-02108/2559820/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Test Development Specialist
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5631
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Product Development

Riverside Publishing, one of the nation’s leading educational assessment companies, has an opportunity for a mathematics Content Development Specialists to provide content area, curriculum and instruction, and assessment expertise in the design and development of high-stakes custom educational assessment and formative assessment materials. Will also be responsible for the creation, review, and revision of test items and/or passages (even in mathematics); alignment of items to state curricula; training and supervision of freelance and vendor personnel; conceptualization, construction, and review of test forms; and interaction with state departments of education and their appointees and committees. There are opportunities for career growth and advancement, and on-the-job training will be provided.

Requirements:
Content expertise in mathematics and possibly more content areas (e.g., ELA, science, social studies)

Expertise in industry standards for assessment quality, especially in technical requirements for items and tests

Expertise in assessment development processes for custom and shelf products

Ability to collaborate extensively with peers to accomplish goals

Experience in instructional design and delivery of training

Ability to develop creative solutions to solve resource and schedule challenges

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

BS or BA in relevant field (e.g., ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or Education).

Minimum of 3 years teaching experience and/or experience as an Associate Test Development Specialist.

Preferred:

MS or MA in relevant field (e.g., ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or Education).

Minimum of 5 years of K-12 classroom teaching experience.

Minimum of 1 year of educational assessment experience.

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

*LI-CT1]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Test-Development-Specialist-Job-IL-60008/2487374/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Test-Development-Specialist-Job-IL-60008/2487374/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Dir, Consumer Educational Product Management
Published Division/Department: Consumer Products & Solutions
Requisition #: 5795
State/Province/County: New York
City: New York City
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 20% - 30%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

This leader will be creative and current with latest kids' educational media and product trends as the job also involves consumer research, critical analysis of current properties and assets and identification of new opportunities for educational brands and products.

The Director will work with a wide network of people such as internal Trade and Marketing teams, outside vendors and licensees. He/She will oversee the creation of Style Guides and ensure brand integrity on all external communications and products including media, retail presence, licensed goods, etc.

As a member of the Consumer Brands team, will report weekly results and activities during team and department meetings. At all times will integrate corporate objectives into brand management strategies.

• Working with VP Consumer Brands, re-imagine HMH's educational material for consumer market based on consumer research and an understanding of the current educational product.
• Envision roadmap for product-ization and market launch of educational materials in the digital age via multiple platforms and business models (Apps, subscription, etc)
• Create and manage 5 year brand P&L.
• Create and manage reporting system to communicate status of product timeline and budgets.
• Scope project needs. Identify, solicit and manage outside vendors (research, style guide creators, etc.) Solicit and manage internal resources (product management, product development, content experts, Web Presence, etc.)
• Identify, pitch and land marketing partners for product launch windows and exclusives.
• Establish brand timelines and launches.
• Manage internal and external product development to meet timelines.
• Lead marketing efforts for each brand.
• Drive consumer understanding and insights that help shape our product portfolio.
• Conduct analysis and periodical reviews of products, brands, competitive categories, and consumer trends to enhance the brand's equity and marketplace performance.
• Maintain strong, ongoing channels of communication with sales force, Marketing, Editorial, Creative Development and other internal departments
• Provide leadership and supervision to staff in the execution of marketing plans, maintenance, and competitive selling support activities

Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or Masters preferred--preferably in the content area or in business management or marketing
• 5 - 10 years managerial experience in education, product development, marketing, brand management, licensing and/or new media properties
• Experience in new media education or educational publishing
• Experience in an entrepreneurial or start-up environment
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; superior presentation skills
• Superior inter-personal skills with all levels including executive management
• Conceptual & analytical thinking; vision; leadership & management; prioritization; collaboration; decision-making; negotiation; problem-solving; tactical execution; product & market knowledge; functional & computer proficiency.]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Dir%2C-Consumer-Educational-Product-Management-Job-NY-10001/2509284/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Dir%2C-Consumer-Educational-Product-Management-Job-NY-10001/2509284/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Content Consultant for English/Language Arts
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5919
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks subject matter experts specializing in K-12 education for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Writing assessment items
2. Reviewing and revising assessment items and passages
3. Building formative and summative assessments
4. Aligning assessment items to standards and other attributes

Requirements:
Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university
Required Skills:
Recent teaching experience to the Common Core State Standards

Expert knowledge of subject matter

Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards

Excellent editorial skills

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form

Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities

Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
3 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Content-Consultant-for-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Job-IL-60008/2592379/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Content-Consultant-for-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Job-IL-60008/2592379/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Professional Services Analyst
Published Division/Department: Educational Consulting Services
Requisition #: 5924
State/Province/County: Texas
City: Austin
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 70% - 80%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

The services team within HMH’s Professional Services Organization provides implementation services for our most
sophisticated client programs that include both our traditional educational and next generation technology products.
The professional services analysts works as part of the HMH Analytics team to organize and deliver school district data
dashboards to school personnel in order to assist them in making informed data decisions to positively impact teaching
and learning.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Solution Development and Implementation: (80%)

Primary Accountabilities: Execution of the following HMH Processes for their project(s):
Implementation lifecycle including:
Data analysis
Systems design
Testing
Systems integration
Porting/software integration
Service operation:
Incident management
Problem management
Configuration management
Change management
Release management
Applications support

Additional solutions development and implementation processes as need to ensure profitable, efficient and effective delivery of professional services to our client

Client Relationship Management: (10%)
Primary Accountabilities: Establish/maintain client relationships so as to provide an additional resource to client and project teams for data analysis expertise.

Marketing and Sales Support: (5%)
Primary Accountabilities: Provide strategic and tactical sales support.

Other responsibilities: Other program and project management related activities as assigned by the Sr, Professional Services Analyst

Requirements:
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Must be willing to meet the travel requirements of the position.
Possess an analytical mind-set; have a comprehensive understanding of data principles, quality assurance and data validation
practices.
Ability to provide remote and onsite product training to customers.
Proven ability to understand the business and/or technology need and the ability to research and analyze solutions to meet the customer’s needs.
Must demonstrate strong time management skills, appropriate prioritization of responsibilities and flexibility.
Excellent written, verbal communication and comprehension skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required: Four (4) year college degree (Bachelor’s degree) or significant work experience in lieu thereof.
Two (2) or more years of analytical experience within an educational environment.
Preferred: MS/MA/ME. Experience delivering technology solutions in the K-12 educational market.]]>Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Professional-Services-Analyst-Job-TX-73301/2611513/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Professional-Services-Analyst-Job-TX-73301/2611513/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Content Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5799
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks subject matter experts specializing in K-12 education for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Writing assessment items
2. Reviewing and revising assessment items and passages
3. Building formative and summative assessments
4. Aligning assessment items to standards and other attributes

Requirements Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university
Required Skills:
Recent teaching experience to the Common Core State StandardsExpert knowledge of subject matter
Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards

Excellent editorial skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form
Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
3 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience

Application Process:
DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE. Please submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience to: Development@hmhco.com. Documents should be Microsoft Word or .pdf files. Include the following in the subject line: “Subject Matter Expert ELA”

J2W:CB Exp. 05/09/13]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509286/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509286/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Account Executive
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5668
State/Province/County: Colorado
City: Denver
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

The AEs will collaborate with partner Field-Based Account Executive(s) to develop, execute, and revise quarterly and yearly Sales Plans specific to their assigned states/region/area in order to meet individual and team sales goals. They direct the selling, proposal development strategy, project plan and execution of HMH Professional Development and Professional Services proposals for the K-12 market. AEs will effectively interact with all levels of school leadership, from site Principals to district Superintendents, in order to develop lasting relationships that result in solution oriented sales. They maintain ongoing account management contact with Professional Development and Professional Service clients to assess ongoing needs and position HMH service solutions as appropriate

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Maximize client cultivation and grow market footprint from the current base of business by leveraging deep knowledge of current clients and PD services to develop opportunities, working collaboratively with Logistics Coordinators and Consultants to ensure client retention and expansion

Generate new client opportunities through established and emerging lead source channels (e.g., conferences, webinars, website, current clients, publication orders, RFPs, trade shows, etc.) and bring those opportunities to a successful close

Support Field-Based Account Executive(s) with the needs assessments and proposal development for prospective new clients identified through various HMH field channels

Collaborate with Thought Leadership and Marketing departments to exchange reciprocal market and customer data to inform IP development and launch plans that meet market demands and increase the relevancy and positioning of service solution suites

Accurate and consistent reporting of territory and client account status through CRM system

Requirements:
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Deep understanding of the K-12 Educational market trends and issues

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM (Dynamics, Salesforce)

Effective time management and communication via phone, emails, and site visits with clients, including the drafting/presenting/revising of written proposals

Successfully conducts comprehensive needs assessment with clients for a solution-based sales approach

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

Ability to travel 20%

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

3+ years of related industry experience (sales or education)

Preferred:

Master’s degree in a related field

5+ years in educational sales (PD, intervention, basal, supplemental)]]>Sun, 05 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Denver-Account-Executive-Job-CO-80002/2470417/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Denver-Account-Executive-Job-CO-80002/2470417/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Freelance Writers
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5802
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks experienced freelance assessment writers specializing in middle school and high school levels (6-12) for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Passage writing
2. Passage finding
3. Item writing
4. Alignment of assessment items to standards and item attributes

Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university

Required Experience
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience within grades 6-12

Required Skills:
Expert knowledge of subject matter
Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form
Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
5 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience within 6-12
2 years of professional passage and/or item writing
Proven ability to write passages and/or items addressing the rigor required by the Common Core State Standards

Application Process:
DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE. Please submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience to: Development@hmhco.com. Documents should be Microsoft Word or .pdf files. Include the following in the subject line: RPC Freelance Job "subject" (example: RPC Freelance Job ELA)

J2W:CB Exp. 04/28/13]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Account Executive
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5632
State/Province/County: Nevada
City: Las Vegas
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

Through effective relationships, the Account Executive is accountable for providing educational content solutions that meet the needs of school districts in an assigned territory.

Job Responsibilities:

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customer requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s desirable)
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

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J2W:CB Exp. 05/27/13]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Las-Vegas-Account-Executive-Job-NV-89044/2437426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Las-Vegas-Account-Executive-Job-NV-89044/2437426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Account Executive
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5893
State/Province/County: Utah
City: Salt Lake City
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

Through effective relationships, the Account Executive is accountable for providing educational content solutions that meet the needs of school districts in an assigned territory.

Job Responsibilities:

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customer requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s desirable)
* Sales experience preferred with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

*LI-CT1

J2W:CB Exp. 07/27/13]]>Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Salt-Lake-City-Account-Executive-Job-UT-84101/2587934/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Salt-Lake-City-Account-Executive-Job-UT-84101/2587934/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5364
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

*LI-CT1

J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Sat, 18 May 2013 05:31:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-IL-60008/2354757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-IL-60008/2354757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5709
State/Province/County: Ohio
City: Cincinnati
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Cincinnati-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-OH-45201/2463705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Cincinnati-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-OH-45201/2463705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5707
State/Province/County: Missouri
City: St. Louis
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/St_-Louis-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-MO-63101/2463706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/St_-Louis-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-MO-63101/2463706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Director of Clinical Assessment Development
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5627
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Product Development

This position is responsible for management activities including staff management & author/customer relationships; comprehensive, long-range publishing planning including proposal development; and the overall content and quality of published products associated with a broad range of Group and Custom assessment instruments. Works collaboratively with authors and internal team in product planning, test design, standardization planning, designing studies and reviews, and all activities necessary to develop tests to meet professional and industry standards. Responsible for planning and managing project schedules and budgets. This position works closely with authors, department heads, school districts, state Departments of Education and other departments within Riverside.
Requirements

Required:

5 years successful project management of large, complex projects; 2 to 5 years staff management; K-12 test publishing experience; Doctorate in Psychology or related degree is required.

Preferred: PhD in Psychology (e.g., School, Clinical, or Counseling) or Educational Measurement. Strong background in statistics, measurement, and test design.

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal

Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 04/19/13

*LI-CT1]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Dir-Clinical-Job-IL-60008/2487373/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Dir-Clinical-Job-IL-60008/2487373/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Math Per Diem Curriculum Specialist
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5773
State/Province/County: New York
City: New York City
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 50% - 60%
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide PART TIME, product sales presentations to customers on an as needed basis. Individuals in this role will provide professional presentations, product implementations, and in-service training to customers. Ideal candidates hold BA/BS in Education and will offer expertise in elementary, middle school and/or high school in the following subjects:

* Math

Requirements Requirements:
* Two years classroom teaching experience preferred; student teaching experience is acceptable.
* Previous experience presenting before large groups of teachers educators or professional personnel is preferred.
* Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills in the delivery of presentations, and able to translate a high level of engagement.
* Must be proficient with computer technology, specifically MS Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint
* Hold a strong familiarity with internet functionalities in terms of research, interaction and communication.
* Readily adaptable to evolving technologies
Must be adaptable to changing conditions and be able to manage multiple projects.
* Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 40 pounds.
· Able to work evening hours periodically
* This position is a part time position and is pay rolled through a third party provider.

Required Equipment Specifications:
Remote Per Diems must own an efficient up-to-date laptop computer with high speed internet access, preferable with MS Office edition loaded.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and member of E-Verify.

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J2W:CB Exp. 05/18/13]]>Thu, 23 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Per-Diem-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-NY-10001/2507118/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Per-Diem-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-NY-10001/2507118/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Reading/Language Arts Per Diem Curriculum Specialist
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5841
State/Province/County: Indiana
City: Indianapolis
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 50% - 60%
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide PART TIME, product presentations to customers on an as needed basis. Individuals in this role will provide professional presentations, product implementations, and in-service training to customers. Ideal candidates hold BA/BS in Education and will offer expertise in elementary, middle school and/or high school in the following subjects:

* Reading/Language Arts

Requirements Requirements:
* Two years classroom teaching experience preferred; student teaching experience is acceptable.
* Previous experience presenting before large groups of teachers educators or professional personnel is preferred.
* Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills in the delivery of presentations, and able to translate a high level of engagement.
* Must be proficient with computer technology, specifically MS Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint
* Hold a strong familiarity with internet functionalities in terms of research, interaction and communication.
* Readily adaptable to evolving technologies
Must be adaptable to changing conditions and be able to manage multiple projects.
* Must be able to lift boxes that weigh up to 40 pounds.
· Able to work evening hours periodically
* This position is a part time position and is pay rolled through a third party provider.

Required Equipment Specifications:
Remote Per Diems must own an efficient up-to-date laptop computer with high speed internet access, preferable with MS Office edition loaded.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and member of E-Verify.

*LI-CT1

J2W:CB Exp. 05/31/13]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Indianapolis-ReadingLanguage-Arts-Per-Diem-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-IN-46201/2544920/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Indianapolis-ReadingLanguage-Arts-Per-Diem-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-IN-46201/2544920/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Software Developer Intern
Published Division/Department: Information Technology
Requisition #: 5636
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Information Technology

HMH aims to spark a lifelong love of learning in every individual we touch. Our challenge and our passion is to combine cutting-edge research, editorial excellence and technological innovation to improve teaching and learning environments and solve complex literacy and education challenges. We are among the world’s largest providers of pre-K–12 education solutions and one of its longest-established publishing houses. We deliver interactive, results-driven education solutions to 60 million students in 120 countries; and we publish renowned and awarded novels, non-fiction, children's books and reference works for readers throughout the world.

The Opportunity:

HMH is seeking students interested in software development internships. Our IT internship program offers opportunities for students to get hands on exposure to meaningful projects impacting our department commitments and strategy.

Each of our internships is focused on a business problem, project or body of research where you will be working with industry thought leaders in your field of practice. We provide dynamic opportunities for you interface with top departmental and company leadership as well as social opportunities for you to bond with fellow interns. If you are looking for a great place to start your career in the publishing industry, consider Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

The development internship requires very strong technical and communications skills. This role will have responsibility related to technical implementations working alongside a team of engineers, test engineers and product stakeholders. This is a hands-on development role and requires a strong software development background. The intern will participate in all phases of development from definition and design through implementation, debugging, testing and deployment to ensure all work is to the highest standards. The intern will support component design, development and maintenance. Have responsibilities for code reviews and technical quality standards within the project team. Carry out meticulous automated unit tests to ensure a high quality deliverable into QA. Assist in defining structured practices especially in source code management, build and release management. Participate in usability reviews and lead improvements in front end design. Use appropriate tools to maintain version control and build processes.

Requirements:
The Requirements:

A bachelor’s, masters or MBA candidate. If pursuing an undergraduate degree, junior or senior year students are preferred.

Excellent JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 skills

Experienced in developing dynamic JavaScript Applications.

Good understanding of web technologies, usability, object oriented programming and development frameworks.

Requires a very strong level of interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills

Front end automated testing

Cross browser and cross device web app development]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS