Marketing & Communications Manager
LAWNDALE EDUCATIONAL AND REGIONAL NETWORK CHARTER SCHOOLChicago, Illinois, United States • Illinois, United States • Waukegan, Illinois, United States
Posted April 14, 2025
75000 - 85000
Full Time
About the Company
LAWNDALE Educational and Regional Network Charter School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates a nationally recognized network of high‑performing, tuition‑free elementary charter schools. The organization focuses exclusively on early‑childhood education, embedding a college‑prep curriculum to lay a strong academic foundation and foster ambition among students. By serving underserved Chicagoland communities, the network provides a vital alternative to scarce high‑quality public schools, ensuring that families have access to excellent, free education from kindergarten onward. Its impact is evident in the impressive outcomes of its alumni—95% advance to college‑prep high schools and 93% matriculate to four‑ or two‑year colleges—underscoring the effectiveness of its mission‑driven, community‑centric approach.
Job Description
LEARN is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to lead and execute marketing and communications initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in marketing or communications and a passion for education.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in marketing or communications, preferably in the education or nonprofit sector.
- Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to create and manage content for websites, social media, newsletters, and digital platforms.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Experience with tools such as WordPress, Form Assembly, Canva, and Constant Contact.
- A passion for education and belief in LEARN's mission to provide quality educational opportunities for underserved students.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays
- Short and long term disability
- Paid life insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 403B Contribution + 4.5% matching as eligible
