Social Media Manager - Instagram (Education Startup, Part-Time)

USA (Remote)

$20/hr – $40/hrIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive an Instagram growth & video-first content program for a family/education-focused camp, with part-time hours and a mid-tier rate.

  • Must-have: Proven Instagram growth in parenting/education space and expert Reels editing.
  • Standout: Video-first storytelling that maintains brand consistency and translates curriculums into weekly narratives.
  • Standout: Flexible 10–20 hours/week with hourly rate $20–40 and portfolio-driven selection.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage a structured Instagram content calendar.
  • Grow followers and engagement intentionally (focusing on impact and community, not just vanity metrics).
  • Maintain strong brand consistency and tone.
  • Create engaging Reels that showcase camp projects and joyful moments.
  • Edit short-form videos optimized for reach and retention.
  • Capture both the emotional energy and the educational depth of our programs.
  • Write captions that connect our core values (resilience, inquisitiveness, empathy) to what parents care about.
  • Design simple, clean graphics when needed.
  • Turn curriculum themes into compelling weekly narratives.
  • Track engagement metrics and growth trends.
  • Identify what content drives saves, shares, and inquiries.
  • Adjust strategy continuously based on data.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of managing and growing Instagram accounts, ideally within the parenting, education, or family-focused space.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing expert-level video creation (specifically Reels/short-form editing), graphic design, and copywriting.
  • Exceptional written communication with a personable, engaging storytelling style.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and pivot strategies.
  • An entrepreneurial builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment and doesn\'t take "no" for an answer.
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NORY

"Nurturing purpose-driven changemakers of tomorrow" NORY, recognized as NYC's leading STEM education program, impacts over 4000 students annually across 10+ citywide campsites. Our mission centers on cultivating changemakers with a deep sense of purpose. We believe in the unique potential of Generation Alpha, striving to foster their resilience, inquisitiveness, and empathy. Our programs are designed to prepare young minds to design, rather than follow, the future.In our pursuit of educational excellence, we aim to create a hub where visionary educators collaboratively experiment and innovate approaches for educating Generation Alpha. We are committed to not just providing ever-evolving pedagogies for the next generation, but also to contributing our insights to the broader society, including both formal and informal educational sectors. Join us in our journey to empower the changemakers of tomorrow with the mindset to create a purposeful impact. If this mission beats your heart, reach out to our CEO directly at [peter@nory.co] to discuss how to step towards this goal together.📺 Watch NORY programs in action: https://youtu.be/G8vgorW3y7U

Founded in 2016
New York, New York, USA
67 employees (8 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
6.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
31.8%
Direct
47.2%
Referral
5.2%
Social
14.2%
Paid
1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~67

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (3% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1