Part-Time Community Organizer [Temporary]

Status: Part-time (15 hours per week) Temporary position from July 1, 2026 – July 1, 2027 

Based in Northern Virginia 

Reports to: Director of Organizing 

About FCFT

FCFT is a union representing the operational and instructional workers of Fairfax County Public Schools including transportation, custodial, instructional, maintenance and trades, food service, and clerical staff. 

Position Summary 

The Fairfax County Federation of Teachers (FCFT) is seeking a part-time Community Organizer to engage parents and community leaders in collective action. This role will focus on improving the culture and climate of Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) while building community power across Fairfax County.

This is a grassroots, on-the-ground organizing position ideal for someone passionate about public education, worker power, and community-led change. Union organizing experience is strongly preferred 

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and mobilize parents and community members to participate in FCFT campaigns and actions


• Build and maintain relationships through one-on-one meetings, site visits, and community outreach


• Attend and support regular meetings with community members and FCFT staff to plan strategy and assess progress


• Identify, develop, and support emerging community leaders


• Track outreach, assessments, and engagement data in a database regularly


• Execute organizing plans and activities in alignment with campaign goals


• Support efforts to grow community engagement and collective power

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of organizing or education experience, or related work experience


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a deep commitment to active listening


• Commitment to social and economic justice and equitable access to public education


• Ability to work independently while taking direction and incorporating feedback


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Comfort with basic computer and web-based tools


• Willingness to work flexible and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends


• Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle


• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in community, student, political, or labor organizing


• Familiarity with public education systems, budgets, or labor campaigns


• Background in public education advocacy


• Multilingual abilities


• Familiarity with Northern Virginia communities

Core Competencies

• Relationship-building and trust-based organizing


• Strategic thinking and problem-solving


• Clear and effective communication


• Accountability and follow-through


• Adaptability in fast-paced, community-centered environments

Salary and Benefits:
The salary for the position is $25 an hour for 15 hours a week. Benefits include mileage and expense reimbursements.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A cover letter describing your interest in building worker power in Fairfax County, including examples of organizing work or campaigns you’ve contributed to (and your role in those efforts)


• Your résumé


• Three professional references

At FCFT, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all qualifications listed.