Zeta Charter Schools · 3 hours ago
Director of Communications
New York City, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expZeta Charter Schools is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering social-emotional development for students. They are seeking a Director of Communications to lead their communications strategy, ensuring consistent messaging and storytelling across various channels while managing media relations and collaborating with senior leadership.
Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy that aligns Zeta’s public voice with its mission, vision, and values
Lead messaging across internal and external channels, supporting consistent and coherent storytelling that builds stakeholder trust
Author and refine high-impact communications including press releases, executive communications (including op-eds), board updates, internal staff messaging, and family-facing materials
Manage media relationships, proactively pitch stories, and coordinate earned media coverage to expand visibility for Zeta and its CEO
Serve as thought partner to senior leadership on executive communications and key change initiatives
Maintain editorial standards and quality control across all messaging, ensuring excellence in voice, tone, accuracy, and brand alignment
Oversee vendor partnerships (e.g., PR firms, writers, consultants), ensuring deadlines, quality, and budget are met
Collaborate cross-functionally with the Marketing, Outreach, Schooling, and Executive teams to unify messaging efforts
Support the implementation of Zeta’s communications protocols, timelines, and stakeholder sequences in line with our policies and procedures (P2) standards
Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (preferably in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field)
At least 7-10 years of experience with a proven record of leading high-stakes communications strategy
Managing staff
Developing compelling content across stakeholder audiences
Outstanding writing skills
Editorial rigor
Project management expertise
Ability to align messaging across audiences--from families and funders to media and policymakers
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
Competitive compensation
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it's up to you!)
4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription
MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone
Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats
Books for professional development
Clear pathway to professional growth
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
Company
Zeta Charter Schools
Zeta Schools builds and sustains high-performing schools that providing quality education to students.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Emily Kim
Founder & CEO
Samreen Khan
Chief Operating Officer, Network
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