Schoolsblog Blogger
Schoolsblog is a key news and analysis provider for education policy and school experience in New York City. Schoolsblog is an information hub for teachers, principals, parents, and education experts. Schoolsblog takes on issues that the mainstream media either ignores or mangles, helping readers figure out how to fix the city’s schools. The only problem? Schoolsblog doesn't yet exist.
We are looking for a talented blogger to start and grow Schoolsblog.
We are beginning a strategic campaign to improve New York City's schools, and Schoolsblog is key to the effort. This position calls for a strategic thinker with a strong knowledge of the problems schools face. We are looking for an experienced writer with a passion for the subject matter. By helping to build Schoolsblog, you will improve the on-the-ground experience for the city’s teachers and students.
This position could be part-time to start. Eventually, Schoolsblog will be a full-time commitment.
-- Your Mission --
Establish Schoolsblog as a respected, insightful information hub for those interested in NYC’s schools. You will generate content for Schoolsblog, such as:
- News and policy analysis
- Excerpts and links to interesting stories from NYC and elsewhere
- Photos and anecdotes about education happenings around town
- Coverage of press conferences and events
- Expert interviews and Q&A
- Original research, reporting, and investigation
-- You Offer --
- Experience as a New York City education insider (probably a former teacher or principal)
- Background in education a/o education policy
- Significant journalism experience
- An understanding of how blogs and other media can be used strategically to highlight problems and find solutions
- Excellent writing and research skills, as evidenced by clippings
- Clear, informal written voice
- Wit and charisma
- Experience with Word Press or other blogging / content production technologies
We are looking for an established professional who is responsible, organized, and self-motivated.
-- We Offer --
A strong, flexible non-profit with the resources you need to help the project fly. A team you can count on, including a full-time sysadmin, designers, and other bright and passionate peers. Freedom from fundraising. Competitive salary with great benefits (all the basics, plus free lunch and five weeks vacation). You could work in our beautiful West Village office, or you could work remotely.
Employer Posted:Tuesday, December 18, 2007