Director of Marketing and Communications

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$75K/yr – $100K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job Summary

Own the school’s unified communications program, leading strategic marketing, content creation, and brand management across newsletters, social media, website, events, and crisis messaging.

Develop and execute annual communications strategy aligned with mission
Oversee digital, video, and print materials and maintain brand standards
Collaborate with Institutional Advancement on campaigns and events

Job Description

Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Writing - Develop and execute an annual marketing and communications strategy aligned with the school’s mission, Montessori philosophy, and enrollment goals
Write, edit, and publish a weekly newsletter for parents/families
Write, edit, and publish a separate weekly newsletter for teachers and staff
Craft clear, engaging copy for admissions and advancement materials, announcements, press releases, and event communications
Maintain a consistent institutional voice and brand standards across all communications
Digital & Social Media - Manage and grow the school’s social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), including content calendars, posting, and community engagement
Monitor social media analytics and adjust strategy based on performance
Respond to or route inquiries and comments in a timely, professional manner
Website Management - Serve as webmaster: maintain, update, and troubleshoot the school website
Ensure content accuracy, functionality, accessibility, and SEO best practices

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, or a related field
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning ability
Hands-on experience producing and editing video content
Proficiency in graphic tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
Experience managing organizational social media accounts and analytics
Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
Familiarity with or willingness to learn Montessori philosophy and terminology
Experience in an independent school, nonprofit, or mission driven organization

Preferred

A collaborative, mission-aligned team player
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Comfortable working across a wide age-range community (toddler through Grade 8)
Creative problem-solver who can execute independently and take initiative

Near North Montessori School

What you'll find at Near North Montessori School are dynamic learning laboratories – a school alive with students exploring questions about the world around them. Classrooms are vibrant communities, each organized by age levels, where students spend three years learning and growing together. Little ones watch older students as they master new skills. Older ones take the time to mentor younger students as they work through new challenges.NNM is a powerful educational experience, drawing its energy and inspiration from the students, families, and teachers who call this school home. Together, we work to create a warm, welcoming community.

Founded in 1963

Chicago, Illinois, USA

141 employees

www.nnms.org