Mission Programs Director

Socket.dev; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Job summary

LifeWise Academy in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Part-Time Program Director to lead and grow the LifeWise program in your community. You will build relationships with school leaders, churches, families and community members while guiding fundraising and donor stewardship.

You will recruit and support a team, oversee scheduling and enrollment, and ensure compliance with school policies. The role offers flexible, mission-driven work in a supportive ministry environment, with occasional events and

Qualifications

• Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination or community engagement is helpful.
• A 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.
• 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

Leadership

Community engagement

Communication

Fundraising

Organization

Team support

Public speaking

Job description

LifeWise Academy in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Part-Time Program Director to lead and grow the LifeWise program in your community. You will build relationships with school leaders, churches, families and community members while guiding fundraising and donor stewardship.

You will recruit and support a team, oversee scheduling and enrollment, and ensure compliance with school policies. The role offers flexible, mission-driven work in a supportive ministry environment, with occasional events and