Background
In 1934, our founding families wanted something distinctly different for their children. They wanted a school that honored childhood, took notice of emerging theories about learning and respected creativity while fostering democracy and intellectual effort.
Poughkeepsie Day School creates transformative learning experiences that inspire intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and compassion. We believe that education is a pathway to a more just society and sustainable planet. Through discovery, analysis, and reflection, our intentional learning community brings each child to a greater understanding of self, society, and the universe.
Our school emphasizes cultural competence, global citizenship, and centers an anti-oppression pedagogy. We are preparing a new generation of leaders to envision and create a more just world, and this will require deep respect and empathy for one another. To that end, we strive to create a community of students and staff with broad racial and economic diversity within a school that places equity, inclusion, and empowerment at its core.
Role Summary
The Operations and Advancement Manager is a part-time (0.6 FTE) position that reports directly to our Head of School. The right candidate will have the opportunity to start immediately. We are looking for a leader who is excited about helping to lead Poughkeepsie Day School into our next great chapter.
The Operations and Advancement Manager will have a collaborative approach to project design, without being afraid of making decisions when necessary. They will be comfortable balancing multiple stakeholders, with strong and flexible communication skills. While prior experience in education is not a requirement, the right candidate will be excited to work around children, their education being our primary goal, as well as to collaborate with our faculty and staff who have devoted their lives to supporting children through education.
Responsibilities
The Operations and Advancement Manager, under the general direction of and in close consultation with the Head of School. They direct the administrative activities of the School, including:
Contracts & Compliance
Finance & Grants
Community & Fundraising
Requirements:
Helpful Qualifications:
Please include a cover letter with your resume.