Development Coordinator (Part-Time)

About Us

Cornerstone Learning Community is an Independent School committed to a student-centered approach dedicated to fostering a love of learning critical thinking and social responsibility. Our mission is to inspire and empower compassionate global learners. We provide a supportive environment where students are empowered to grow academically socially and emotionally guided by innovative teaching practices and a commitment to inclusivity and community.

Position Overview

Cornerstone Learning Community is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support the schools fundraising donor engagement and advancement efforts. This part-time role works closely with school leadership to strengthen community partnerships coordinate development initiatives and help sustain the schools long-term financial health.

The Development Coordinator plays a key role in supporting fundraising campaigns managing donor communications organizing events and maintaining accurate development records. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized relational and passionate about independent education.

Key Responsibilities

The following is a subset of responsibilities and is not inclusive of all duties:

• Support planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and development initiatives
• Maintain and update donor databases and giving records
• Assist with grant research writing support and submission tracking
• Coordinate donor communications acknowledgments and stewardship efforts
• Help organize fundraising events community gatherings and school advancement activities
• Track fundraising progress and prepare reports for leadership
• Collaborate with administration on annual giving goals and strategies
• Develop and distribute development-related communications and newsletters
• Support community engagement efforts to strengthen donor relationships
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of all donor and financial records
• Assist with marketing and storytelling efforts that highlight school impact

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in communications nonprofit management business education or related field preferred
• Experience in development fundraising nonprofit work administration or related experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with databases spreadsheets and basic office systems
• Experience with donor management systems is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
• Passion for education and community-based work

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit stand and move between offices and event spaces as needed
• Occasional lifting of up to 2530 lbs for event materials
• Ability to work occasional evenings for school events or fundraisers
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments during school events

Why Join Us

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that values your ideas and contributions
• Opportunity to directly impact student learning through advancement and fundraising
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Professional growth within a mission-driven school community
• Medical benefits package (if eligible based on hours)
• Short and long-term disability (if eligible)
• IRA match up to 3% (if eligible)
• Paid personal days (if eligible)
• Employee Wellness Program

Come be part of something meaningfulwhere your work helps shape opportunity for students every day.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to by insert date. Please include Development Coordinator Application Your Name in the subject line.

Required Experience:

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