Development and Communication Specialist
Description: Family Star Montessori is currently seeking to hire an experienced part time seasonal Development and Communication Specialist supporting both our Northwest and Northeast Denver locations. This is a remote position but due to State taxation regulations, ONLY COLORADO RESIDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED. This role reports directly to the Sr. Director of Community Partnerships and to the Executive Director . The responsibilities of this role include the following: Development and Communications (85%): • Obtain letters of support from the Board of Directors or other stakeholders for funding requests • Prepare and distribute school, program, board, and stakeholder correspondence, both in print and electronic formats, including the annual report, quarterly newsletters, emails, presentation slides, and solicitation mailings • Maintain and manage organizational email and response accordingly • Maintain and manage social media scheduling platform for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn • Produce relevant graphics, photos, and video content for all social channels • Ensure that up-to-date, relevant information is posted to the website, while ensuring accuracy and functionality Executive Director Support (10%): • Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and drafting organizational information. • Assist in creating, editing, and proofreading documents as needed. Collaborate with the Executive Director on special projects and initiatives as requested. Board Secretary (5%): • Coordinate board meetings, including scheduling, agenda creation, and distribution of materials. • Attend board meetings, record accurate minutes, and maintain official records of board actions and decisions. Family Star is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time; therefore, must be eligible to work in the United States. Requirements: • Minimum of 2 years' experience in communications, outreach, development • Extreme attention to detail • Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment • Strong work ethic, excellent time-management, and organizational skills • Motivation to work independently and/or part of a team with a positive attitude and a commitment to customer service • Ability to collect and process information from various departments and multiple sources • Meet internal and external project deadlines • Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills • Strong knowledge of social media and other basic marketing platforms • Experience with Constant Contact • Experience with content development and administration of a website • Familiarity with nonprofit governance and board practices • Experience in grant writing • Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check Preferred skillsets: • Bilingual (English/Spanish) About Family Star: For over 35 years, Family Star Montessori’s two Denver locations have been transforming early childhood education by uniquely combining Montessori philosophy with Early Head Start/Head Start programing. We believe in creating nurturing spaces to every child, which is essential in preparation for a successful future and of a lifetime of learning. Family Star supports the individual needs of each child and empowers them to achieve their human potential, resulting in students who grow up to be more confident, enthusiastic, and self-directed learners and citizen - accountable to both themselves and their community who think critically, work collaboratively, and act boldly and with integrity. If you want to make a difference in the lives of some of Denver’s most vulnerable population, Family Star is the place for you! Apply today at FamilyStar.net/Careers! Benefits: 401(k) with Company Match Employee assistance program Professional development assistance Apply tot his job