San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid
$38/hr–$45/hr
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE ABOUT PKS Founded in 2008, Presidio Knolls School (PKS) is an independent school located in the heart of San Francisco, with approximately 440 students enrolled in preschool through eighth grade.…
Skills: Writing, Editing, Storytelling, Content creation, Photography
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The Communications Associate will create and distribute digital and print content to support admissions, advancement, and community engagement. Key duties include managing social media, maintaining the school website, and producing the weekly newsletter.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in communications, marketing, or a related field. Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is highly desirable, along with strong skills in visual media and digital storytelling.
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE
ABOUT PKS
Founded in 2008, Presidio Knolls School (PKS) is an independent school located in the heart of San Francisco, with approximately 440 students enrolled in preschool through eighth grade. Joyful learning, a sense of belonging, and deep intellectual inquiry permeate our school culture, where we are innovating at the intersection of progressive education and Mandarin immersion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PKS seeks a full-time Communications Associate who will play a key role in bringing the PKS story to life through a compelling mix of storytelling, visual media, and digital content creation in support of the school's institutional priorities around admissions, advancement, and community engagement.
Reporting to the Director of Advancement, you will partner with faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni to capture and share content that reflects the school's vibrant community and our distinctive approach to teaching and learning across a range of digital and print channels, including social media, the school website, email communications, and other publications.
We are seeking a professional with at least two years of relevant experience. PKS offers a tight-knit, collaborative, and supportive work environment with significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position working 40 hours Monday to Friday. While there is potential for the role to have some flexibility, the expectation is that the successful candidate will be able to work in-person on our campus in San Francisco 90%+ of the time.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications & Storytelling
Social Media & Content Creation
Platform & Content Management
Publications & Marketing Materials
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
SALARY & BENEFITS
PKS offers a competitive compensation package. The full-time salary range is $38.00-$45.00 per hour. Salaries are set according to years of experience and degrees earned. PKS offers a strong benefits package for all full-time employees.
TO APPLY
We encourage you to apply even if your professional experiences and qualifications don’t align perfectly with the above, but you strongly believe you’d excel in the position. We actively seek candidates from various backgrounds, particularly those historically underrepresented in independent schools. Our commitment to inclusion creates a stronger community where everyone can thrive.
To apply, please submit your resume and a one-paragraph personal statement to: LINK
Offers of employment are contingent upon clear LiveScan fingerprinting and TB risk assessment. Other requirements include completing first aid/CPR training, mandated reporter training, anti-harassment training, and Workplace Violence Prevention training. Access to all required clearances and training is provided and paid for by the school.
SB848 Disclosure: As required by California law (SB 848 and related Education Code sections), applicants are required to provide a complete list of prior educational employers as part of the application process. By applying for this position, you consent to the school contacting all prior educational employers listed on your application to inquire about any credible complaints, substantiated misconduct investigations, or disciplinary actions, as required by California law.
Work Life at PKS
Presidio Knolls School is committed to fostering a workplace where talented educators and professionals thrive. We prioritize competitive compensation, robust benefits, and a supportive culture that values innovation, reflection, and collaboration. Our 2026-2027 benefits package includes:
Signature PKS Advantages
Financial Well-Being
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Paid Time Off & Holidays
School Culture & Appreciation
Presidio Knolls School is a progressive, Mandarin-immersion preschool and emerging K-8 school in the South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco. Founded in 2008, PKS delivers academic excellence through its unique, comprehensive approach to Mandarin immersion and its inquiry-based approach to learning. Learn more at www.presidioknolls.org.
Offices: 250 10th Street, San Francisco, California 94103, US
Presidio Knolls School is a progressive, Mandarin-immersion preschool and emerging K-8 school in the South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco. Founded in 2008, PKS delivers academic excellence through its unique, comprehensive approach to Mandarin immersion and its inquiry-based approach to learning. Learn more at www.presidioknolls.org.
Offices: 250 10th Street, San Francisco, California 94103, US
