School Communications Coordinator

Young World Physical Education; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Marlborough seeks a part-time School Communications Coordinator. The role involves leading districtwide communications and public relations efforts while closely collaborating with the Superintendent of Schools. Responsibilities include managing various communication platforms, community relations, and public messaging.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, extensive experience in marketing especially within PreK-12 public education, and a Bachelor's degree or higher. Candidates who are bilingual are preferred.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in community/public engagement or marketing, preferably in education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience in photography and videography necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the districtwide communications and public relations plan.
• Support the Superintendent’s public messaging and media relations.
• Manage the district communication platforms and media outreach.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Photography

Videography

Social media experience

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Title

School Communications Coordinator

Work Year

This is a part‑time position (.8 FTE), 12‑month work year

Effective Dates of Employment

July 1 – June 30

Anticipated Start Date

July 1, 2026

Organizational Relationship

Directly responsible to the Superintendent of Schools

Job Summary

The Communications Coordinator provides leadership for districtwide communications, public relations, and community engagement efforts for Marlborough Public Schools. Working closely with the Superintendent of Schools and district leadership, the coordinator develops and implements strategic communications that promote transparency, strengthen community partnerships, and highlight district achievements, programs, and initiatives. The role is responsible for managing internal and external communications across digital, print, media, and community platforms while supporting the Superintendent in advancing the district’s goals and communication priorities.

Statement of Duties

• Develop, implement, and annually update the districtwide communications and public relations plan in collaboration with the Superintendent.
• Serve as a communications and public relations advisor to the Superintendent and district leadership team.
• Lead proactive community relations efforts that promote district successes, initiatives, and student achievement.
• Support the Superintendent with public messaging, media relations, crisis communications, and community engagement initiatives.
• Create, edit, and manage written content, photography, and video for district publications, websites, social media, marketing, and archival purposes in compliance with FERPA guidelines.
• Manage and maintain district communication platforms, including the website, social media accounts, district app, and other digital communication tools.
• Coordinate media outreach and cultivate positive relationships with local news outlets, community organizations, PTOs, booster groups, and other stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to increase public awareness and recognition of district programs, events, and accomplishments.
• Plan, promote, and attend district events to gather and share content across communication channels.
• Collaborate with principals and school leaders to develop consistent messaging and content for school and district communication platforms.
• Ensure communications are accessible and inclusive through translation services and technology tools supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Prepare and distribute districtwide communications through electronic, print, web‑based, and social media platforms.
• Assist with emergency and crisis communications in coordination with district leadership using appropriate communication systems and platforms.
• Collaborate with transportation and other departments to communicate time‑sensitive operational updates to families, students, and staff.
• Analyze and share data regarding the effectiveness of district communication efforts and recommend improvements.
• Promote effective use of district communication tools among staff to strengthen school‑family‑community engagement.
• Collaborate with external vendors and organizations to support district communications and public relations initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred with significant experience in community/public engagement or marketing, preferably in PreK‑12 public education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in photography and videography required.
• Previous demonstrated professional experience developing and implementing a communications plan required.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with social media platforms required.
• Three years’ professional experience in public relations and/or marketing required.
• At least one year of successful experience working with school‑based community relations and a demonstrated ability to develop and implement positive media content for social media and websites.
• Must be able to work in‑person up to an 8‑hour workday supporting early morning school communications and afternoon communications as well as attend specific evening or weekend events as planned in advance and be available for unplanned crisis/emergency communication support for the district on occasion.
• Bilingual (Spanish or Portuguese) preferred.
• Must be organized, able to work independently as well as part of a team and design efficient systems for communication.
• Must be able to write and produce content quickly and accurately.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.

Position Type

Part‑Time

Salary

$60,000 to $70,000 per year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Patricia Brown, Director of Human Resources
• 25 Union Street
• Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752
• Phone: 508‑460‑3509
• Email: [e-mail]