Valley Christian School
Marketing Coordinator
Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Annual School-Year Contract: August 2026–June 2027. Half-Time (potential full-time position based on qualifications and department needs)
Reports to: Director of Development
Valley Christian School is a leader in Christian education in Spokane Valley, and we are seeking a creative, organized, and mission-minded individual to help us tell our story and strengthen our connection with current and prospective families.
Our vision is to continue building a thriving Christ-centered community of faith, learning, and support that will carry Valley Christian School into the future as we continue equipping students for life and eternity.
Valley Christian School was founded in 1975. It is a non-denominational, nonprofit 501(c)(3) Christian school with over 90 evangelical churches represented in the families enrolled. The school is accredited by ACSI and Cognia and is approved by the State of Washington, serving students in grades PreK–12.
Working Days and Hours:
- VCS operates on a 4-day student week, Monday–Thursday.
- This position is contracted on a school-year basis and follows a modified work schedule aligned with the needs of the role. Contract totaling 191 days.
- Full-time employees typically work 7:15 am – 4:15 pm, Monday–Thursday, with approximately half of Fridays designated for in-service training, events, planning or other workdays.
- As a part-time position, work hours will be determined based on the agreed-upon schedule, job responsibilities and qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Some evening or weekend attendance may be required to capture content and support school events, games, performances, admissions activities, and other special events throughout the year.
Pay Information:
- Hourly range: $22 – $25.75 per hour
- Half-time (20 hours/week) with option for full-time position
- Contract: 191 days
Benefits Include:
- Tuition waiver (90% for full-time) for qualifying children (part-time prorated based on contracted hours)
- Full medical health insurance premium paid for full-time employee only (available with a 30-hour work week)
- Future 401K matching up to 3% after 10 Months (available with a 30-hour work week)
- 8 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees)
- 3 weeks of paid vacations: Christmas, Winter and Spring Breaks (prorated for part-time employees)
Spiritual Requirements:
- Shall be a committed born-again Christian with Spirit-led Christian life and testimony.
- Shall exhibit spiritual maturity and concern for the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic welfare of the students.
- Commitment to a Biblical Worldview philosophy of education and life.
Position Summary:
The Marketing Coordinator serves on the growing Development Team under the leadership of the Development Director and works closely with Admissions, Administration, and school staff to oversee and expand Valley Christian School’s marketing and communication efforts.
This position focuses on digital marketing, social media, branding, storytelling, website content, and internal communication initiatives that support student recruitment and family retention. The ideal candidate is creative, collaborative, highly organized, and passionate about Christian education.
This position has potential to grow into a larger or full-time role as the needs of the department expand (see potential expanded opportunities section).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Digital Marketing & Advertising
- Oversee VCS digital marketing efforts alongside outside marketing consultants.
- Help manage advertising messaging, timelines, budgets, and campaign coordination for:
- Google Ads
- YouTube Ads
- Future social media advertising campaigns
- Collaborate with the VCS team to ensure messaging remains clear, mission-aligned, and on-brand.
- Website Oversight & Content Management
- Collaborate with the school’s website consultant and VCS team to maintain and improve website content.
- Help oversee:
- Staff profile updates
- School calendar updates
- Admissions and marketing pages
- General website communication and usability
- Ensure the website continues serving as one of the school’s primary marketing tools.
- Marketing Campaigns & Traditional Advertising
- Assist in overseeing traditional and community marketing initiatives including:
- Radio advertising
- Print advertising
- Event banners and signage
- Community sponsorships
- Potential billboard campaigns
- Help manage timelines, creative direction, and vendor communication for these projects.
- Assist in overseeing traditional and community marketing initiatives including:
- Social Media & Storytelling
- Oversee and grow Valley Christian School’s social media presence.
- Create regular social media content that highlights student life, academics, athletics, events, faith, and community.
- Collaborate with staff and students to capture and share authentic stories from campus life.
- Explore opportunities for student involvement in photography, media, and social content creation.
- Internal Marketing & Family Communication
- Work alongside the VCS team to support communication and marketing efforts that strengthen family engagement and retention.
- Assist with projects, events, and communication initiatives that help current families feel informed, connected, and supported.
- Graphic Design & Brand Stewardship
- Help create marketing graphics and visual materials using Canva and related tools.
- Support admissions, development, and school communication projects through visual content creation.
- Help ensure Valley Christian School maintains a clear, consistent, and professional brand identity across all platforms.
- Photography & Video Content
- Capture and create photo and video content for school marketing efforts.
- Help produce:
- Event recap videos
- Student and family testimonies
- Promotional videos
- Social media video content
- Assist in expanding VCS storytelling through visual media.
- Potential Expanded Responsibilities
- Depending on the qualifications, interests and experience of the selected candidate, additional responsibilities may be available that could increase hours and potentially expand the position toward full-time employment. Here are some examples of expanded responsibilities-
- Student Media & Social Media Mentorship
- Collaborate with the VCS Yearbook program and faculty to help students develop skills in social media marketing, photography, content creation, storytelling and digital communication.
- Assist in mentoring and managing student teams that help capture photos, videos and content for school marketing and social media campaigns.
- Provide guidance and expertise that helps students gain real-world marketing and communication experience while supporting the school’s storytelling efforts.
- Business, Marketing & Content Creation Instruction
- Depending on qualifications, assist with class instruction related to marketing, branding, entrepreneurship, content creation, digital media, or business communications.
- Opportunities may range from occasional guest instruction within existing courses to teaching a semester-long class.
- These responsibilities would be determined based on school needs and the candidate’s experience and gifting.
- Additional responsibilities may be considered.
Qualifications:
- Born-again believer and follower of Jesus Christ with a committed Christian life and biblical worldview.
- Strong alignment with the mission and values of Valley Christian School.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience with social media platforms, Canva, and digital communication tools preferred.
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn and responsibly leverage emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve communication, content creation, productivity, and marketing effectiveness.
- Photography, video editing, or graphic design experience preferred.
- Marketing, communications, education, or related experience preferred.
- Candidates with experience in education, ministry, nonprofit communication, or mission-driven organizations are encouraged to apply.
- A creative thinker who enjoys storytelling, relationship-building, and community engagement.
Ideal Personal Profile:
- A mission-minded Christian who is passionate about Christian education.
- A collaborative team player who communicates well with staff, parents, and community members.
- A creative storyteller who can effectively communicate the value and mission of Valley Christian School.
- A self-starter who can manage multiple projects and timelines.
- A relational leader who enjoys highlighting the people and stories that make VCS unique.
Application Process:
- Please submit a letter of interest containing your reason for seeking this position, a summary of qualifications, and brief Christian testimony, along with a current resume through the school’s website at https://valleychristianschool.org/careers/initial-application/
- An administrator will review your materials and provide a link to the full application to viable candidates.
- Upon review of the full VCS Application and associated materials, you will be contacted regarding an interview.
Email: Justin Barrs, Development Director at jbarrs@vcsc.org
Address:
Valley Christian School
10212 E 9th Ave
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Phone: 509-924-9131
Position is open as long as posted on the school website.