EDUCATION outreach coordinator (Hourly + Commission)

Part-time contract | 6 months | Remote (Canada or USA)

About the Role

Photographers Without Borders (PWB) is seeking an Education Outreach Coordinator to support the distribution of our Digital Learning Series among schools and educators across Turtle Island.

The position is contract-based, compensated through a combination of hourly pay and commission, and is well suited to someone who is passionate about education, equity, and ethical storytelling.

Programs You’ll Represent

PWB’s Digital Learning Series supports educators and students with:

  • Ethical photography and storytelling principles

  • Media literacy and visual ethics

  • Impact-driven narrative skills

  • Responsible representation and consent

Programs may be offered free of charge, subsidized, or paid depending on school context, funding access, and partnership models.

Key Responsibilities

As a Sales & Outreach Representative, you will:

  • Research and identify schools, districts, educators, and education networks across Turtle Island

  • Conduct outreach via email, phone, virtual meetings, and educator networks

  • Clearly communicate when programs are available for free versus paid licensing options

  • Build relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and respect

  • Support educators through the inquiry and onboarding process

  • Coordinate with PWB staff to determine eligibility for free access

  • Close sales for paid digital learning products when appropriate

  • Track outreach, conversations, and outcomes accurately

  • Represent PWB’s values and ethics in all communications

Required Qualifications

  • Connected in Canadian and/or American school systems, including schools on reserves

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Comfort engaging educators and school administrators

  • Reliable internet access and basic CRM or tracking skills

  • Familiarity with or openness to learning about ethical storytelling

Compensation & Structure

  • Hourly wage for outreach, research, and relationship-building

  • Commission on paid digital learning series sales

  • Clear guidelines on when offerings are free vs. paid

  • Flexible, remote-friendly schedule

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the form below, complete with a cover letter and resume that outlines:

  • A brief overview of relevant experience

  • Any experience working with schools or educators

  • Why this balance of free access and ethical sales matters to you

WHY OUR STAFF LOVE US:

We offer a warm, authentic, and flexible environment with the possibility of engaging remotely.

  • We strive to facilitate and maintain a culture that is safe, diverse, heart-centered and inclusive, and ever-open to new ideas and possibilities.

  • Unique opportunities for personal growth and development such as our monthly photo critique and decolonization workgroup.

  • Autonomy and mastery in a specified role so you can make an impact with your unique skill set.

  • Gain valuable work and learning experience working with communities and storytellers from around the world that are addressing the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and UNDRIP.  17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and UNDRIP. 

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