Communications & Marketing Coordinator - St. John of the Cross School - Western Springs - Vicariate V

Communications & Marketing Coordinator

• St. John of the Cross School
• Western Springs
• Vicariate V St. John of the Cross School
• 3.0 Western Springs, IL Job Details $22
• $32 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Photography Website maintenance Website management Community engagement Stakeholder engagement Student recruitment Event coordination Content writing Writing press releases Mid-level Key Performance Indicators Social media content creation Content scheduling Newsletters (communication methods) Facebook Marketing analytics Digital marketing performance monitoring Brand identity design Instagram Stakeholder management Marketing collateral creation Full Job Description Visit School Website Catholic School Search Position Summary The Communications & Marketing Coordinator supports the school's communications and marketing efforts across digital, print, and in‑person channels to advance the school's mission, strengthen community engagement, and support enrollment and retention.

This role executes day‑to‑day marketing activities, manages content and social media, and coordinates messaging in collaboration with Enrollment, Advancement, Parish stakeholders, and school leadership. General Duties & Responsibilities Brand, Content & Publications Implement and maintain the school's established brand voice and visual identity across all communications Produce marketing and communications materials including advertisements, banners, posters, and new family folders/packets Photograph school events and curate images for use across digital and print channels Write and submit weekly parish bulletin articles by gathering school highlights and photos Maintain and execute content calendars aligned to admissions, development, and major school events in collaboration with school leadership Digital & Social Media Manage the school's Facebook and Instagram accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement Maintain and update website marketing pages in coordination with the Website Coordinator Provide current photos and marketing copy for website updates and campaigns Track performance metrics (e.g., reach, engagement, click‑through rates) and share insights to support ongoing improvement Event Marketing & Community Engagement Promote key recruitment and retention events such as Catholic Schools Week, Open Houses, Grandparents' Day, and New Parent Events Provide on‑site communications support for events, including signage, photography, and promotional materials Coordinate closely with Enrollment on application and registration campaigns and messaging Public Relations & External Communications Draft story ideas, press releases, and media pitches and support outreach efforts in collaboration with school leadership Coordinate with Archdiocesan marketing and communications teams and invite them to appropriate school events Assist with maintaining relationships with parish communications staff and relevant community partners Collaboration & Reporting Attend Archdiocesan marketing meetings as requested Prepare communications updates and materials for the Parent Association and School Advisory Board as needed Partner with Enrollment and Advancement teams to ensure aligned messaging and coordinated campaign execution Physical & Mental Demands Frequent movement across campus to capture photos and content; occasional lifting up to 20 pounds (e.g., signage or equipment) Periodic evening and weekend work to support school events Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and brand standards The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here. This position has a hourly range of $22.00

• $32.

00. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.