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Assistant Editor, Spanish-Language Children's and Young Adult Books (Hybrid)

We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Assistant Editor to join our Spanish-language Children’s and Young Adult Division in the U.S. Reporting to the Literary Director, the ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and English and have a solid background in education, with experience teaching in U.S. elementary or middle schools. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to Spanish-language publishing in the U.S., connecting education and storytelling for students, teachers, and families.

Specific responsibilities include:

+ Identifies and acquires Spanish-language titles that resonate with educators, parents, and young readers in the U.S. market.

+ Reads and evaluates manuscripts, writes editorial reports, and collaborates with authors and illustrators throughout the publishing process.

+ Develops and prepares classroom resources—such as catalogs, reading guides, and lesson plans—to support educators.

+ Reviews and manages metadata to ensure accuracy and discoverability.

+ Oversees project timelines from acquisition through publication.

+ Writes compelling copy for covers, flaps, and marketing materials.

+ Supports the Literary Director with project management, author correspondence, and title presentations.

+ Stays informed about trends in children’s and YA literature, as well as developments in educational curricula, to guide editorial direction.

+ Supports Sales and Marketing teams on outreach to schools and libraries.

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:

+ Native Spanish speaker with outstanding command of both Spanish and English

+ Teaching experience in elementary or middle school in the U.S. is required

+ Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field

+ Strong understanding of literacy development and classroom needs

+ Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills

+ Collaborative and creative, with a passion for nurturing young readers

+ Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat

The salary for this position is $56,000.00.** **All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.  

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities, based in Miami, FL. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our office.

**Applications for this role will be accepted through October 27, 2025 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our** applicant resources page (https://careers.penguinrandomhouse.com/applicant-resources/) **and our** FAQs page. (https://careers.penguinrandomhouse.com/applicant-resources/frequently-asked-questions/)

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at

http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/

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Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Company:

Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial (USA) LLC

| Job ID:

283715

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