Newark Education Reporter — Chalkbeat (Remote)

Sacbar; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

20 days PTO + paid holidays

401(k) with 4% match

100% paid parental leave

Flexible Spending Plan

Professional development stipend

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Cell phone/internet reimbursement

Job summary

Civic News Company is seeking a Newark Reporter for Chalkbeat, covering Newark schools. The role emphasizes investigative and accountability reporting, building diverse sources, and engaging with the community to surface important education stories.

The position is full-time and remote eligible, based in the Newark area, with a salary range of $75,000-$90,000 plus a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Five years of journalism experience.
• Track record of building diverse sources in various environments.
• Expertise in investigative techniques; using public records and data to find stories.
• Ability to balance quick-turn news with enterprise reporting.

Responsibilities

• Balance quick-turn news with enterprise and long-term projects.
• Hold education officials accountable.
• Collaborate with Chalkbeat colleagues and external partners.
• Engage readers to source story ideas and feedback.
• Serve as Chalkbeat’s public face in Newark community events.

Skills

Journalism experience

Diverse sources

Investigative techniques

Source development

Job description

Civic News Company is seeking a Newark Reporter for Chalkbeat, covering Newark schools. The role emphasizes investigative and accountability reporting, building diverse sources, and engaging with the community to surface important education stories.

The position is full-time and remote eligible, based in the Newark area, with a salary range of $75,000-$90,000 plus a generous benefits package.