Program Director

LifeWise Academy•Anderson, SC

About The Position

The Program Director helps lead and grow a local LifeWise Academy program by building community relationships, leading fundraising and community support, supporting team members, and managing program operations. The role represents LifeWise Academy in the community and helps communicate the program’s vision and impact to schools, families, churches, donors, and other community partners. The Program Director works to ensure that students receive excellent biblical instruction and experience the gospel in every class; families are supported and connected to local churches; team members feel equipped and valued; and schools and community partners experience professionalism and meaningful partnership. The position also supports the program’s long-term sustainability through fundraising, resources, systems, and partnerships. This is a part-time, non-exempt hourly position of approximately 15–20 hours per week. Some daytime availability during school hours is required, along with occasional weekend, evening, or community events. LifeWise Academy provides systems, resources, coaching, and ongoing support. The role is suited to someone seeking mission-driven work while balancing family, ministry, or other professional commitments.

Requirements

Communicate clearly and professionally.
Be self-motivated, dependable, and flexible.
Be comfortable inviting others to financially support a mission.
Manage details while keeping sight of the broader mission.
Some daytime availability during school hours is required.
Occasional weekend, evening, or community event availability is required.
A heart for the mission is essential.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination, or community engagement is helpful.
Enjoys building relationships and bringing people together.
Passion for reaching public school students with the gospel.
Enjoys leadership, organization, and community engagement.
Thrives in ministry, nonprofit, education, or community leadership settings.

Responsibilities

Develop positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches, and community members.
Represent LifeWise Academy as a trusted presence in the local community and communicate the vision and impact of the program.
Coordinate local fundraising efforts 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 to sustain and grow the program, using 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 ensure 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.