Part-Time Community Outreach & Program Director

lifewisecareers; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

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 and families, and serve as the program's trusted local representative.

You will also oversee fundraising, donor communications, events and sponsorships, while leading a team, ensuring safety and a Christ-centered culture, and managing scheduling, enrollment and basic admin tasks.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Build 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

Fundraising

Leadership

Communication

Community engagement

Training & development

Budgeting

Volunteer coordination

Church outreach

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 and families, and serve as the program's trusted local representative.

You will also oversee fundraising, donor communications, events and sponsorships, while leading a team, ensuring safety and a Christ-centered culture, and managing scheduling, enrollment and basic admin tasks.