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.