Program Director
About The Position
The Program Director helps lead and grow a local LifeWise Academy program that provides released-time religious instruction to public school students. The role builds relationships with schools, families, churches, donors, and community members; supports fundraising and community engagement; recruits and supports team members; and oversees program communications, scheduling, enrollment, and basic administration. 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. LifeWise Academy provides systems, resources, coaching, and ongoing support.
Requirements
- Clear and professional communication skills.
- Ability to manage details while keeping sight of the broader mission.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and flexible.
- Some daytime availability during school hours and availability for occasional weekend, evening, or community events.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination, or community engagement.
- Enjoys building relationships, bringing people together, leadership, organization, and community engagement.
- Comfort inviting others to financially support a mission.
- Thrives in ministry, nonprofit, education, or community leadership settings.
Responsibilities
- Build positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches, and community members; represent LifeWise Academy in the local community and communicate the program’s vision and impact.
- Coordinate local fundraising and community giving campaigns; communicate with, appreciate, and steward donors; conduct church presentations, fundraising events, sponsorship opportunities, and 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 so 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
