EdReports.org

Communications & Outreach Specialist

EdReports.org

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $80,367 - $108,731 per year

About the role

  • Work closely with subject matter experts to deeply understand the instructional needs of multilingual learners.
  • Translate complex, technical information into clear, accessible materials for practitioners, partners, and other non-technical audiences.
  • Engage with key stakeholders (e.g., school system leaders, EdReports’ educator reviewers, and partner organizations focused on technical assistance) to gather insights and support understanding of EdReports’ evolving MLL-related reviews and other developing products.
  • Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to understand multilingual learner needs and research findings related to early literacy, early mathematics (K-5), and pre-kindergarten (pre-K) instructional materials, and translate this learning into clear, audience-appropriate communications.
  • Develop and draft high-quality written materials (e.g., briefs, blogs, FAQs, presentations, talking points, web content) that translate research, pilot findings, and EdReports’ review methodologies for practitioners, partners, and the broader field.
  • Support the field-facing rollout and communications of strengthened MLL review components, including foundational skills pilots, early math reviews, and pre-K materials, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with EdReports’ voice and values.
  • Partner with cross-functional colleagues to understand the needs and experiences of key stakeholders (e.g., school system leaders, educator reviewers, partner organizations) and synthesize insights to inform communications and related materials.
  • Support planning and facilitation of partner engagement activities (e.g., listening sessions, briefings, webinars, or convenings) in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues.
  • Contribute to organizational communications efforts aligned to EdReports’ strategic plan, including thought leadership, report usability, and field-facing messaging that strengthens EdReports’ influence and trust.
  • Partner with the Academic Office to support clear, consistent communications related to publisher engagement, as needed.
  • Manage assigned communications workstreams and deliverables, tracking progress, deadlines, and dependencies.
  • Ensure all work reflects EdReports’ commitment to quality, transparency, equity, and accessibility.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned to support the organization's strategic goals, with the expectation that all EdReports employees remain flexible and adaptable to evolving responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Passion for EdReports’ mission and vision, our core values, and our commitment to Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion, and Equity;
  • 4-7 years of relevant professional experience in strategic communications, partnerships, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with PK-12 education systems, instructional materials, curriculum adoption, or related policy contexts.
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and format for varied stakeholders and to explain complex ideas clearly and accessibly.
  • Experience aligning communications to strategic priorities, brand voice, or organizational messaging frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply an equity lens to communications, partnerships, or related work.
  • Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Comfort adapting to evolving priorities in the context of iterative, cross-functional pilot work.
  • Strong project management skills and ability to independently manage scoped workstreams and deadlines.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Residency in and authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits
  • Unlimited Discretionary Time Off (DTO) and Sick Time,
  • 21 days of paid holidays and office closure days in 2026,
  • Monthly Communications Reimbursement,
  • Initial home office and technology setup stipend,
  • EdReports pays for 90% of health care for both the employee and their immediate family,
  • 401k that new hires become eligible for after six months of employment (includes safe harbor, employer match, etc.).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
strategic communicationswritingeditingproject managementcurriculum adoptioninstructional materialspolicy contextscommunications frameworksresearch translationaudience-appropriate communications
Soft Skills
collaborationadaptabilityequity lens applicationstakeholder engagementinsight synthesisclear communicationflexibilityorganizational skillsthought leadershippassion for diversity and inclusion
Certifications
Bachelor's degree