Web Developer Contractor (Wordpress, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS)

Job Description

Job Description

Since 2009, The Dorm has been a mission-driven, client-centered mental health organization that has been bringing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to young adults, ages 18-30. We are looking for a skilled, proactive and responsive Contract Web Developer to join our multidisciplinary team remotely and contribute to our goal of making a difference.

We’re looking for a contract Web Developer to support our in-house development team with ongoing projects. You’ll collaborate closely with our marketing team to build, update, and maintain our website primarily built on WordPress. The ideal candidate is proficient in front-end development using Bootstrap, and responsive design techniques, and can also convert design files (Canva / Figma / Adobe XD) into clean, responsive HTML email templates. A working understanding of technical SEO best practices and GEO-targeted content or localization principles is highly valued.

This role is ideal for someone who is responsive, timely, detail-oriented and eager to work with a team, making an impact in the mental health space.

What You Will Do :

Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating our WordPress website (themes, plugins, and custom functionality).

Implement front-end layouts using Bootstrap and custom CSS to ensure responsiveness across all devices.

Write and debug some front-end JavaScript and jQuery for interactive site elements.

Convert design mockups into pixel-perfect HTML / CSS implementations (both web pages and HTML emails)

Create and test HTML email templates compatible with major email clients (Outlook, Gmail, Apple Mail, etc.).

Optimize websites for speed, accessibility, technical SEO, and GEO-targeted visibility.

Collaborate remotely with our team on project management tools (e.g., Asana).

Participate in regularly scheduled remote meetings (e.g. Zoom)

Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and project timelines.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in web development (freelance or professional).

Strong knowledge of WordPress, including theme customization and plugin configuration.

Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, and responsive design principles.

Solid understanding of technical SEO fundamentals (meta structure, schema, sitemaps, load speed, canonical tags, etc.).

Awareness of GEO-targeting, local SEO, or region-based content delivery strategies.

Basic knowledge of JavaScript and jQuery.

Experience coding responsive HTML emails and familiarity with email testing tools (e.g., Litmus, Email on Acid).

Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Asana) and standard development workflows.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow design specifications accurately.

Excellent communication skills and self-motivation in a remote environment.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

Experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)

Basic understanding of PHP for WordPress customization.

Schedule : Available weekly during EST business hours up to 7 hours / week remotely.

Compensation : $40 USD / hour.

The Dorm is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, partnership status, creed, sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, uniformed service or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.