Program Director

Lifewise Academy • Glenwood, IA

5d

About The Position

The Program Director helps lead and grow a local LifeWise Academy program. The role builds relationships with schools, families, churches, community members, donors, and partners; leads fundraising and community support; recruits and supports team members; and oversees program operations. The director helps foster a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered environment and ensures that classes operate smoothly and in accordance with school policies and LifeWise Academy procedures.

Success in the role includes providing students with excellent biblical instruction, supporting families and connecting them with local churches, equipping and valuing team members, strengthening donor and community partnerships, and operating a sustainable program. LifeWise Academy provides systems, resources, coaching, and ongoing support. The position is part-time, approximately 15–20 hours per week, with some daytime availability required during school hours and occasional weekend, evening, or community events. It is classified as non-exempt (hourly).

Requirements

• Love building relationships and bringing people together.
• Be passionate about reaching public school students with the gospel.
• Enjoy leadership, organization, and community engagement.
• Be comfortable inviting others to financially support a meaningful mission.
• Communicate clearly and professionally.
• Manage details while keeping sight of the broader mission.
• Be self-motivated, dependable, and flexible.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination, or community engagement.
• A heart for the mission is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches, and community members.
• Represent LifeWise Academy as a trusted member of the local community and communicate the program’s vision and impact.
• Coordinate local fundraising and community giving campaigns.
• Lead donor communication, appreciation, and stewardship.
• Conduct church presentations, fundraising events, sponsorship opportunities, and community outreach initiatives.
• Encourage ongoing financial partnerships and use LifeWise Academy fundraising strategies.
• Recruit, train, encourage, and support team members.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered culture for students and families.
• Coordinate teams to help classes run smoothly and safely.
• Oversee communication, scheduling, enrollment, and basic administrative tasks.
• Assist with budgeting, fundraising coordination, and stewardship of resources.
• Maintain compliance with school policies and LifeWise Academy procedures.

Benefits

• Retirement plan, including employer match
• Flexible part-time work
• Systems, resources, coaching, and ongoing support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed