Head of Communications & PR

The posting, as Amira Learning wrote it

Job Title: Head of Communications & PR

About Us

Amira accelerates reading outcomes by delivering the science of reading and neuroscience to every student. Validated by independent efficacy research from universities and state education agencies, Amira's impact on student reading growth is proven nationwide. More than 2,500 school districts and state agencies trust Amira to deliver measurable reading results with over 5 million students around the world becoming stronger readers with Amira.

Unlike any other edtech tool, Amira continuously pinpoints each student’s reading skills and helps teachers build lessons aligned to their district’s curriculum, drawing directly from the high-quality instructional materials they already use. Teachers can finally differentiate instruction with evidence and ease, and every student gets the one-on-one practice they need, whether they’re racing ahead or working to catch up.

Join our mission-driven team of reading scientists, AI engineers, educators, and business builders, and help to make every child become a proficient reader.

The Role

The Head of Communications & PR owns how Amira's story is told - to educators, district and state leaders, policymakers, media, investors and within the company. You will make Amira the most trusted voice in reading growth, grounded in science, evidence and innovative technologies.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role. You will set and own Amira's communications strategy, run day-to-day media relations, build the research voice of the company, and protect our reputation in a sector where student data, AI and public dollars draw close scrutiny. You will report to the COO and work closely with marketing, research, product, success, and sales leadership.

Essential Functions

Strategy and narrative

• Define and own Amira's communications strategy, core narrative and messaging architecture, aligned with company goals and Amira’s brand.
• Translate complex research - the Science of Reading, AI, growth data, efficacy studies - into clear, credible stories for non-technical audiences.
• Set annual and quarterly communications plans with measurable goals, and report results to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Support policy and government affairs with communications for state agencies, legislators and coalitions.

Media relations and PR

• Build and maintain relationships with education, technology, business and policy reporters at national, trade and regional outlets.
• Lead announcements: product launches, research findings, partnerships, state approvals, funding and leadership news.
• Pitch and place stories, op-eds and features that position Amira as the leader in AI for reading.
• Manage PR agency partners, budget and press materials.
• Coordinate awards, speaking submissions and the newsroom.

Executive and thought leadership

• Build the public profile of Amira through bylines, podcasts, confere

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d and trustworthy. You give direct, honest advice, handle sensitive information with discretion, and own your mistakes.

• I nclusive. You value the diverse students, families and communities Amira serves, including bilingual and Spanish-speaking learners.

Why Join Amira

• Mission-driven work: Support literacy development for PreK-7 students across the country
• Technical innovation: Work at the forefront of AI-enabled customer success
• Strategic impact: Your work directly influences revenue and shapes how we serve millions of students
• Growth opportunity: Build and scale automation infrastructure as the company and team grow
• Collaborative culture: Work with a small, focused team where your contributions are visible and valued

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible time off
• Stock option ownership
• Cutting-edge work
• The opportunity to help children around the world reach their full potential

Commitment to Diversity

Amira Learning serves a diverse group of students and educators across the United States and internationally. We believe every student should have access to a high-quality education and that it takes a diverse group of people with a wide range of experiences to develop and deliver a product that meets that goal. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary the company reasonably expects to pay for this role. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by law.