Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.
At Mastery, we’re on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.
Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.
Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Position Summary:
This position will contribute to communications and engagement efforts in support of the organization's
strategic priorities. The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for creating content for various
channels, supporting event planning and execution, and more. This role requires strong writing skills,
attention to detail, and alignment with and passion for Mastery's values and mission.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Support content creation for websites, social media, press releases, internal newsletters, promotional materials, presentations, and reports
Assist in event planning, execution, and coverage
Assist in media outreach and management
Monitor and measure communication-related analytics
Contribute to strong team operations via administrative support
Qualifications:
Alignment with and passion for Mastery's values and mission
Strong writing and editing skills
Knowledge of social media platforms, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite programs
Highly organized and dependable
Demonstrates initiative
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the organization
Customer-service mindset
Ability to prioritize, use independent judgment, and accomplish multiple varied tasks from beginning to end
Ability to travel to schools across the network
Education and Experience:
3+ years of experience in communications or a related field and BS/BA, or four additional years of experience required
Physical/Environmental:
Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role – either on-site or remotely, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as traveling to network campuses; maneuvering in office spaces (including standing, walking, sitting for long periods, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projectors; filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing.
Other Requirements:
The position requires local &/or regional travel to Mastery and other sites.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and vehicle and/or access to reliable transportation.
Salary Information:
A Communications Coordinator at Mastery can expect a starting salary between $60,000 - $69,100, based on education and experience, with opportunities for growth as your career progresses. Each offer is made in alignment with Mastery’s compensation philosophy and commitment to pay equity, ensuring fairness and consistency across our team.
Mastery's Benefits Package:
We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!
Annual Calendar:
As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our Calendar for the 25/26 School Year. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!
Why You Should Apply:
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
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