Mission-Driven Community Programs Director

lifewisecareers; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan, including employer/退休

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time Program Director to lead and grow its LifeWise program within the community. You will build partnerships with schools, churches, parents and volunteers while representing the ministry with integrity.

You’ll coordinate fundraising, manage volunteers, support teams, oversee scheduling, enrollment and basic admin tasks, and ensure compliance with policies. If you’re passionate about faith, education and service, this role offers meaningful impact and flexible

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members.
• Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community.
• 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 help sustain and grow the program.
• Utilize the 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.

Skills

Relationship building

Fundraising

Leadership

Community engagement

Communication

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time Program Director to lead and grow its LifeWise program within the community. You will build partnerships with schools, churches, parents and volunteers while representing the ministry with integrity.

You’ll coordinate fundraising, manage volunteers, support teams, oversee scheduling, enrollment and basic admin tasks, and ensure compliance with policies. If you’re passionate about faith, education and service, this role offers meaningful impact and flexible