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Quaboag Regional School District Grant Writer
Quaboag Regional School District
Quaboag Regional School District - Warren, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:
5834309
Application Deadline:
Jul 25, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 1, 2026
Job Description
Grant Writer / 21st Century Program Coordinator
Reports To:
Superintendent of Schools
Terms of Employment:
Twelve-month position (40 hours per week)
Compensation:
$45,000 - $56,842
Position Summary
The Quaboag Regional School District is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Grant Writer /
21st Century Program Coordinator to identify, secure, and manage grant funding opportunities that
support district priorities and improve educational opportunities for students. This individual will
work closely with district administrators, educators, and community partners to develop competitive
grant proposals, oversee grant implementation, and coordinate the District's 21st Century Community
Learning Centers programs. The successful candidate will also provide financial support to the Director of Finance and
Operations by assisting with designated accounting and reporting responsibilities.
Essential Responsibilities
Grant Development and Management
Research, identify, and pursue competitive, entitlement, foundation, corporate, and
government grant opportunities aligned with district priorities.
Develop, write, submit, and monitor high-quality grant applications within required timelines.
Collaborate with district administrators, educators, and other stakeholders to identify funding
needs and develop project proposals.
Monitor awarded grants to ensure compliance with grant requirements, reporting deadlines,
and budget expectations.
Prepare grant reports and maintain accurate grant records.
Partnership Development
Build and maintain partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, nonprofit
organizations, businesses, and higher education institutions.
Represent the district at grant-related meetings, conferences, and professional development
opportunities.
Share information regarding funding opportunities with district staff and assist departments in
developing grant-funded initiatives.
21st Century Community Learning Centers
Coordinate and oversee the District's Elementary and High School 21st Century After-School
Programs.
Ensure program implementation aligns with grant requirements and district goals.
Coordinate programming, staffing, reporting, evaluation, and compliance activities.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred).
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in education or a related field (preferred).
Demonstrated experience writing successful grant proposals and pursuing external funding
opportunities.
Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with staff, community agencies,
governmental organizations, and private partners.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience managing state and federal education grants.
Experience with grant budgeting, fiscal reporting, and compliance.
Experience coordinating educational or after-school programs.
Knowledge of Massachusetts DESE grant programs and reporting requirements.
Closing Date of Application:
July 25, 2026
Start Date:
August 1, 2026, or sooner
Apply to: Stephen Duff, Superintendent
284 Old West Brookfield Road, Warren
MA 001083
The Quaboag Regional School District ensures equal employment and educational opportunities for its employees and students.
All programs, services, courses of study, and activities are made available without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, pregnancy or disability, in compliance with federal and state
law