Corporate Communications Manager

SUMMARY : We are seeking a strategic communications professional to drive national media relations efforts and help shape the public narrative around K12. This role will elevate the brand as a trusted voice in education while helping protect and strengthen its reputation in a complex and evolving landscape.

The Corporate Communications Manager will develop proactive media strategies, position subject matter experts as thought leaders, and translate education topics into compelling stories that resonate with parents and consumer audiences. The role also supports reputation and crisis communications at the national and local level, working closely with internal teams, external consultants, and PR agencies to respond quickly and strategically to emerging issues.

This position is ideal for a communications professional who understands how news media operates across multiple verticals—including education and consumer outlets—and can deploy a broad set of PR tactics to drive meaningful media impact.

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Certificates and Licenses: None required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections.

We anticipate the salary range to be $64,759 to $110,000. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.