Social Media Manager

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

• Manage USI social media pages by posting 4x a week in each channel (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, IG, Youtube, X)
• Film and edit high-quality social media videos
• Collaborate on social media campaigns with Enrollment, Development and Recruitment teams
• Create graphics with Canva for USI channels and templates for regional channels
• Track content performance and provide insights on what works best
• Work on creating content for a new TikTok channel for Uncommon
• Maintain a consistent posting schedule and engage with followers
• Maintain news tab on Uncommon website updated with the latest news stories
• Responsible for community engagement on USI social media channels
• Assist in managing regular meetings with regional social media teams
• Reviewing social media captions from regions daily for approval
• Collaborate with external partners on posts for key events or campaigns

• Bachelor's Degree required
  • Preferred areas of studies: communications, advertising, journalism, film/video
• Knowledgeable in: Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok; Hootsuite; Google Analytics;
  Photoshop; Canva; SEO; Bitly, Paid social media advertising (Meta); Data analytics, Capcut (or Video Editing Software), shoot video, photograph
• 4+ years of professional experience; at least 1-2 years in a role coordinating social media content

Travel Requirements:

• Monthly travel outside of NYX region

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. [same for all roles]

Compensation 

Compensation for this role is between $85,000 to $100,000. 

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. If you meet all job description requirements you will likely receive an offer of $90,000. 

Benefits

• 19 days of paid time off
• 3 weeks of paid Winter and Summer org-wide holidays
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and health saving accounts

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].