Senior Director of Communications

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive communications strategy to amplify the value of charter public schools and generate increased support for the sector and its advocacy priorities.
• Develop and deploy a robust editorial calendar that consistently narrates positive, compelling messages about charter public schools, with a commitment to inclusive storytelling.
• Serve as a key leader of a community of practice for school-based public affairs professionals, providing training, tools, and resources to support member schools in positive storytelling and education advocacy.
• Provide timely, effective, and responsive crisis communications support for the charter public school sector and member schools, and secure positive media coverage through press outreach and media relations.

This role strengthens public and political support for Massachusetts' charter public schools by developing and executing effective communications strategies, amplifying positive stories, and providing training and crisis support, ultimately contributing to high-quality educational opportunities for all children.

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of communications experience, including experience in K-12 education; charter public school and/or Massachusetts experience is a plus.
• Strong messaging and storytelling skills, with the ability to understand and creatively explain issues and trends affecting public education, and translate complex advocacy language to gain broad appeal and generate action.
• Track record of creating and executing communications plans and/or campaigns to reach short- and long-term goals, with excellent written and verbal communication skills across multiple mediums for diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, ability to manage projects across multiple stakeholders, and experience in program design, coordination, and execution or professional development programs is a plus.

Prioritizing Employee Health: 75% of health insurance covered, 100% of dental insurance covered, 100% life and disability insurance covered.

Investment in your future: 4% 401(k) match, Annual PD stipend.

Flexibility that supports work-life balance: Remote work environment, Generous PTO (25 days + 12 holidays + 1 week closure in December + Retention sabbaticals).

The Massachusetts Charter Public School Association (MCPSA) is a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring all children and families in Massachusetts have access to high-quality public schools through public policy advocacy, communications, and best practice sharing to strengthen educational programming.