Big Ideas Educational Services Inc · Remote

Website Automation & Digital Communications Specialist — Remote

Full-timeRemote$30–$50/hourPosted 2026-08-04

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Benefits

  • Opportunity for advancement

# Strategic Technology & Digital Innovation Consultant

Part-Time | Independent Contractor (1099) | Remote | As Needed

About Big Ideas Educational Services

Big Ideas Educational Services is a rapidly growing nonprofit organization providing high-quality after-school and summer learning programs for students and families.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a strategic technology partner who can help us build systems that improve communication, increase efficiency, and enhance the family experience through automation and innovative technology.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Strategic Technology & Digital Innovation Consultant to help Big Ideas design and implement technology solutions that improve communication, automate processes, and support future organizational growth.

This is not a traditional website maintenance position. Instead, we're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, streamlining workflows, and introducing technologies that help organizations operate more efficiently.

Compensation

  • Independent Contractor (1099)
  • Part-time, as needed
  • Hourly compensation based on experience
  • Opportunity for long-term partnership as Big Ideas continues to grow

Responsibilities

The consultant may assist with:

Communication Automation

  • Develop automated email workflows.
  • Design parent communication journeys.
  • Build newsletter automation.
  • Automate enrollment communications.
  • Create email sequences for families and staff.

Website & Systems Integration

  • Integrate website forms with communication platforms.
  • Connect CRM, registration, and communication tools.
  • Improve website functionality through automation.
  • Recommend technology solutions that reduce manual work.

SMS & Parent Engagement

  • Implement SMS/text messaging solutions.
  • Automate reminders and notifications.
  • Improve family communication systems.

Artificial Intelligence

  • Recommend AI tools to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Explore AI-assisted parent support.
  • Identify automation opportunities using AI.

Digital Strategy

  • Develop a technology roadmap.
  • Recommend scalable solutions.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies.
  • Help prioritize future technology initiatives.

Future Initiatives

  • Mobile application planning.
  • Communication platform recommendations.
  • Digital engagement strategy.
  • Technology consulting for organizational growth.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone with experience in several of the following:

  • Website integrations
  • Marketing automation
  • CRM implementation
  • Email automation platforms
  • SMS communication systems
  • API integrations
  • AI tools and automation
  • WordPress
  • Mobile application planning
  • Digital strategy
  • Technology consulting

Experience with platforms such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, HubSpot, Brevo, Twilio, Zapier, Make, or similar automation tools is highly desirable.

What We're Looking For

We value someone who:

  • Thinks strategically.
  • Solves problems proactively.
  • Enjoys building systems.
  • Communicates clearly.
  • Recommends improvements rather than waiting for direction.
  • Wants to grow with a mission-driven organization.

This is a remote position.