The director of marketing and communications leads, plans, directs, and implements overall strategies for marketing, public relations, and internal communications at Canterbury. The new director will have the opportunity to help implement a major new strategic investment in advertising and marketing at Canterbury, including new agency-designed branding and materials.

This is a fast-paced job that’s perfect for a professional who’s great at taking initiative, prioritizing assignments, and switching gears quickly when circumstances demand. The successful candidate will be social-media savvy, a punchy copywriter, a strategic thinker, and a great iPhone or Android photographer.

The successful candidate is a professional who:

• thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• collaborates easily and effectively with other teachers and staff.
• maintains strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. 
• cheerfully supervises carpool and other duties as required and participates in all required school events and the life of the school.
• is experienced in and committed to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive community.
• has excellent verbal and written communications skills and excellent interpersonal skills; is responsible and conscientious.
• is able to organize and prioritize work and to work independently with little supervision.

An undergraduate and/or graduate degree in a related field is preferred, with a minimum of five years' experience working in marketing, communications, or public relations required. Proficiency in social media platforms, Google Workspace, basics of website CMS is desired; knowledge of InDesign and graphic design preferred. A proven ability to work in a multifaceted environment while maintaining high standards of professionalism, discretion, a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, and a good sense of humor is desired. Canterbury offers a collegial work environment and excellent benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience.