Advancement Director

At Whitefish Christian Academy we have a collaborative, team-oriented teaching environment. Throughout the year we accept applications for all teaching and staff positions. Currently, our known openings are listed below; however, even if your academic field or area of interest is not listed, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We'd be glad to start a conversation with you about a future at WCA. We ask all interested applicants send their resume and cover letter to Mrs. Rachel Erickson, Head of School. Advancement Director Position Overview Whitefish Christian Academy seeks a full-time Advancement Director to lead the Academy's development efforts and help cultivate a lasting culture of generosity among families, alumni, churches, and friends of the school. This individual will serve as both strategist and relationship-builder, strengthening the long-term financial and communal health of the Academy. Job Description Development & Fundraising Lead the planning and execution of all fundraising initiatives Identify and research prospective donors Cultivate, solicit, and steward donor relationships Oversee gift processing, acknowledgment, and donor stewardship Maintain and strengthen long-term donor engagement Culture of Giving Foster an enduring culture of generosity within the WCA community Communicate the mission and vision of the Academy in compelling and faithful ways Help connect giving to the school's long-term formation goals Constituent & Community Relations Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, alumni, churches, and community stakeholders Identify, recruit, and support volunteers Plan and coordinate school-wide and community events Develop and grow an engaged alumni network Manage and maintain donor and constituent databases Pursue grant opportunities and supplemental funding sources Preferred Qualifications Experience in fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit development, or similar work Strong written and verbal communication skills Organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed Comfortable using donor management systems or CRM platforms Familiarity with classical Christian education Demonstrates mature Christian faith and alignment with the mission of WCA The Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, physical or mental handicap, race, color, or national origin in its hiring, administration, or educational policies and practices.