About the role

Epiphany School is seeking a part-time Marketing & Communications Coordinator with an anticipated start date of July 7, 2025. This individual will be responsible for executing marketing strategies to promote the school’s mission, programs, and community events, as well as supporting internal and external communications. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, editing, and organizational skills, creativity, and an understanding of how to engage the Epiphany School community through various channels including social media, email newsletters, print materials, and the school’s website. This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about advancing the school’s brand and fostering a positive relationship with the community.

Key responsibilities include overseeing social media content, updating the website, and coordinating and editing school publications and newsletters, and owning the school yearbook. The Marketing & Communications Coordinator will work closely with the administration and faculty to ensure consistent messaging and elevate the school’s reputation and presence in the local community.

This is a non-exempt, part-time, year-round, administrator position, reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications and expected to work an average of 20 hours per week.

Location

The person in this role must work in-person on the school campus in the Madrona neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Epiphany School does not cover or reimburse relocation costs and/or expenses.  

Standard school operating hours are typically Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm. Typical work hours are from 10:00am – 2:00pm with flexibility of schedule depending on need.

What you'll do

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Marketing & Communications with aspects of the school’s communications initiatives, including but not limited to:
• • Producing and copyediting the weekly all‐school e‐newsletter (written by school staff)
  • Producing and copyediting the weekly grade‐level e‐newsletters (written by grade‐level teachers
  • Managing the school’s digital photo galleries
  • Assisting with photography and video production
  • Creating social media content
  • Creating the annual school yearbook
  • Taking meeting notes and summarizing action items for Advancement Team meetings as needed
  • Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Marketing and Communications
• Create and manage content for the school’s website, social media platforms, and newsletters.
• Design and produce print and digital marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and advertisements.
• Track and analyze marketing efforts to measure effectiveness and make improvements.
• Assist in student recruitment and retention efforts through targeted communications.

Expectations For All at Epiphany School: 

• Foster a learning environment based on Epiphany School’s three Rs and three Cs: respect, resourcefulness, responsibility, curiosity, confidence, and courage 
• Use Responsive Classroom approach as a framework for working with students 
• Provide recess supervision, arrival, dismissal, and/or front desk coverage as scheduled.
• Participate in the school community, including professional development/learning, service learning, and community events.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.
• Represent the school at various regional, state, and national associations relative to role.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with communication techniques in both written and verbal formats in the English language, including press releases, newsletters, and social media messaging.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to craft compelling copy for various communication channels, including newsletters, blogs, website content, and social media posts.
• Skill in creating and maintaining a consistent brand voice across all communications, and the ability to tell compelling stories that connect with the target audience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed on time.
• High level of attention to detail in both written and visual communications, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all materials.
• In-depth knowledge of social media tools (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, etc.) and best practices for engaging with different audiences.
• Ability to plan and manage social media campaigns, create engaging content, and analyze performance metrics.
• Basic skills in creating visual content, such as taking photos and videos for promotional purposes.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS)
• Experience with using design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.) for creating marketing materials.
• Understanding of the educational landscape, particularly in an independent school environment, and knowledge of family dynamics in school decision-making processes is preferred.
• Ability to track marketing performance through analytics and adapt strategies based on results.
• Ability to work effectively with various teams, including administration, faculty, and students, to gather information and align communication efforts.
• Ability to come up with innovative ideas for marketing campaigns, social media posts, and community engagement.
• Self-motivated and able to anticipate needs, propose solutions, and take initiative without constant supervision.
• Respect and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and perspectives within the school community.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary range for a full-time coordinator level role is between $65,000 - $75,000 according to Epiphany School’s administrator pay scale and based on years of experience, expertise, and education. The starting salary would be prorated based on full-time equivalency. When determining an initial offer, we carefully consider these factors and will ask the intended hire for documentation to verify the correct pay level.

While this role is not eligible to receive the full benefits package, these benefits are still included: 

• Employer-paid monthly premiums for employee assistance program and long-term disability coverage 
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan for employee contribution
• Paid holidays 
• Paid personal and sick leave, pro-rated to 0.5 FTE amount
• Professional development budget 

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter through our Employee Portal. The priority review deadline for applications will be April 25, 2025, but applications will be received until the position is filled.  

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United Sates and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Final offer will be contingent on the successful completion of a background, education, and employment check.  

About Epiphany School

Epiphany School is a non-parochial, independent elementary school serving grades Pre-Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. The school mission is to challenge and support all students to become confident, curious, and courageous learners through innovative teaching in a caring and inclusive environment. We strive to inspire every child to discover meaning and purpose in a life of learning, actively cultivate an awareness and respect for diversity in all forms, and strive to create a positive, joyful, and inclusive community by embracing the following values: 

Respect: We encourage empathy through the strength of our differences, awareness of our global surroundings, and adherence to high standards of conduct. 

Responsibility: We build integrity and trust by understanding our choices and owning our actions. 

Resourcefulness: We foster resilience and expect all to search and find, to fail and learn, to risk and succeed in a changing world. 

With over 260 students, Epiphany School is large enough to offer a broad spectrum of educational opportunities and small enough to maintain a close-knit community that is much like an extended family. The beautiful, historic campus is located in a quiet setting in central Seattle’s Madrona neighborhood.  

Epiphany School's Commitment to Diversity

Epiphany School promotes and cultivates a diverse community as essential to academic success, social and emotional growth, and the development of good character. Engaging diverse perspectives stretches the mind and requires critical thinking, intellectual courage, and creativity. It takes careful listening and thoughtful expression and manifests itself in cultural competency. Thinking beyond oneself and seeing the world through the eyes of others is the foundation of fairness and empathy, and thus prepares our students to live respectfully and responsibly in our pluralistic democratic society. 

Epiphany School is committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the principle of equal access and opportunity in education and employment and full participation for persons with disabilities in all its programs and services.  

Epiphany School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee because of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, political ideology, physical, mental, or sensory disability, military status, genetic information, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Epiphany School complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@epiphanyschool.org.