Job Description
Our Mission
At Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago , we ignite our students' Jewish souls, educate them to their highest potential, and empower them to use their knowledge, skills, and creativity to enrich our world.
We are seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented Marketing & Communications Associate to support the school’s marketing, communications, and digital presence. This role plays a key role in promoting school programs, events, and community initiatives through email communications, graphic design, social media, website management, and event support.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who is comfortable managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and producing high-quality visual and written content in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities Email Communications
• Create, design, and schedule internal and external email communications.
• Produce the insideSCHECHTER newsletter, weekly Tuesday/Thursday emails, and the monthly admissions newsletter.
• Draft and design additional communications as needed for school initiatives and events.
Graphic Design & Visual Content
• Design graphics and marketing materials for school events, programs, advancement campaigns, and presentations.
• Create flyers, digital signage, and promotional assets used across email, social media, and the website.
• Ensure visual consistency with the school’s branding guidelines.
• Place ads when and where needed
Website Management
• Updated and maintained the school website, including weekly event page updates, blog posts, creation of event-specific pages, graphic uploads, and content and link management.
• Build and maintain pages for key initiatives and campaigns, including:
• Admissions and Welcome pages
• Alumni highlights and impact reports
• Development campaigns and school programs
• Collaborate with external website partners when needed.
Social Media & Digital Platforms
• Manage ongoing social media presence, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement.
• Support campaign planning and promotion for admissions, development, and school events.
• Maintain digital display screens and other campus communications.
Photography & Video-loop into social
• Capture and edit photos and videos for school events and marketing campaigns.
• Produce visual content for recruitment initiatives, development campaigns, and community events.
Event Marketing & Support
• Assist with marketing and promotion of school events.
• Provide on-site event support including setup, coordination, and breakdown when needed (some evenings or weekends).
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure marketing materials and communications are aligned with event goals.
Collaboration & Meetings
• Participate in weekly team meetings, planning sessions, and project check-ins.
• Work closely with admissions, development, special events, and school educators to support marketing needs.
Project Management & Rapid Requests
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Respond to time-sensitive requests for communications, graphics, and website updates with quick turnaround times.
Work Environment
This role includes a mix of office-based work, digital content creation, and occasional on-site event support outside standard work hours.
Benefits Tangible Benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• 406(b) retirement plan
• Paid sick, vacation and personal Days
Intangible Benefits
• Warm, mission-driven community
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Meaningful work shaping the next generation
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Strong graphic design skills and familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms.
• Experience with email marketing platforms and social media scheduling tools preferred.
• Basic knowledge of website content management systems (CMS) preferred.
• Photography and basic video editing skills are a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time-management abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred Skills
• Experience supporting marketing for events or community organizations.
• Understanding of digital marketing practices and brand consistency.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
At Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago , we ignite our students' Jewish souls, educate them to their highest potential, and empower them to use their knowledge, skills, and creativity to enrich our world.
We are seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented Marketing & Communications Associate to support the school’s marketing, communications, and digital presence. This role plays a key role in promoting school programs, events, and community initiatives through email communications, graphic design, social media, website management, and event support.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who is comfortable managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and producing high-quality visual and written content in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities Email Communications
• Create, design, and schedule internal and external email communications.
• Produce the insideSCHECHTER newsletter, weekly Tuesday/Thursday emails, and the monthly admissions newsletter.
• Draft and design additional communications as needed for school initiatives and events.
Graphic Design & Visual Content
• Design graphics and marketing materials for school events, programs, advancement campaigns, and presentations.
• Create flyers, digital signage, and promotional assets used across email, social media, and the website.
• Ensure visual consistency with the school’s branding guidelines.
• Place ads when and where needed
Website Management
• Updated and maintained the school website, including weekly event page updates, blog posts, creation of event-specific pages, graphic uploads, and content and link management.
• Build and maintain pages for key initiatives and campaigns, including:
• Admissions and Welcome pages
• Alumni highlights and impact reports
• Development campaigns and school programs
• Collaborate with external website partners when needed.
Social Media & Digital Platforms
• Manage ongoing social media presence, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement.
• Support campaign planning and promotion for admissions, development, and school events.
• Maintain digital display screens and other campus communications.
Photography & Video-loop into social
• Capture and edit photos and videos for school events and marketing campaigns.
• Produce visual content for recruitment initiatives, development campaigns, and community events.
Event Marketing & Support
• Assist with marketing and promotion of school events.
• Provide on-site event support including setup, coordination, and breakdown when needed (some evenings or weekends).
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure marketing materials and communications are aligned with event goals.
Collaboration & Meetings
• Participate in weekly team meetings, planning sessions, and project check-ins.
• Work closely with admissions, development, special events, and school educators to support marketing needs.
Project Management & Rapid Requests
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Respond to time-sensitive requests for communications, graphics, and website updates with quick turnaround times.
Work Environment
This role includes a mix of office-based work, digital content creation, and occasional on-site event support outside standard work hours.
Benefits Tangible Benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Accident Insurance
• 406(b) retirement plan
• Paid sick, vacation and personal Days
Intangible Benefits
• Warm, mission-driven community
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Meaningful work shaping the next generation
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience.
• Strong graphic design skills and familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms.
• Experience with email marketing platforms and social media scheduling tools preferred.
• Basic knowledge of website content management systems (CMS) preferred.
• Photography and basic video editing skills are a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time-management abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred Skills
• Experience supporting marketing for events or community organizations.
• Understanding of digital marketing practices and brand consistency.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Marketing & Communications Associate position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.