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This is an especially thrilling time to join Marin Montessori, a highly regarded Bay Area not-for-profit school with a history of over fifty years, a central campus in Corte Madera, a thriving newer Junior High program in San Rafael, and accreditations from AMI (Association Montessori International) and CAIS (California Association of Independent Schools). MMS recently completed a $3.5mm capital campaign and the expansion of our Corte Madera campus, creating a stunning waterfront and nature-rich elementary wing. Committed to inclusion, $1mm of MMS's $9mm annual budget is awarded in tuition assistance annually. A Green-Ribbon awarded school, former Vice President Al Gore, was our keynote speaker, speaking on climate change and youth activism at one of our annual fundraisers supporting Tuition Assistance. Marin Montessori is a community of passionate educators, flourishing students, and engaged and enthusiastic families.

SUMMARY

The Development & Community Engagement Coordinator, reporting to the Director of Development & Community Engagement, supports the successful execution of our volunteer and fundraising programs by assisting with Annual Fund campaign coordination, volunteer management, event support, and database oversight. The Development & Community Engagement Coordinator position is highly collaborative and offers agency, autonomy, and an opportunity to build on a strong base of parent support. Together with the Development Team, the Development & Community Engagement Coordinator plays an important role as part of a vibrant, creative, passionate, and aspirational team of educators and administrators.

A strong candidate will possess outstanding interpersonal skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to direct and motivate diverse working groups.

Relevant non-profit experience is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

• Manage data entry and donor acknowledgment for giving, event, and volunteer activities in existing fundraising databases.
• Work with the Director of Development & Community Engagement to manage parent volunteers and provide administrative support for the Annual Fund, The Gather for Good, and other fundraising programs, including related event planning responsibilities.
• Liaison with the business office for periodic financial reconciliation
• Support the development and production of development-related communications, including the annual report, fundraising publications, The Gather for Good materials, and weekly email communications throughout fundraising campaigns

Community Engagement

• Support the development of a strong community engagement program that promotes belonging, retention, and giving.
• Support volunteer management through recruitment, training, communication, meeting coordination, and appreciation events
• Form a collaborative partnership with the Head of School, Director of Communications & Story, Director of Operations, Director of Admissions, and Level Directors to support the following: admissions ambassador program, stewards program, Annual Fund class captains, room parents, parents' association, and Gather volunteers.
• Build MMS' alumni network and create opportunities for alumni engagement
• Build relationships with the wider community to promote the school's mission
• Other duties as assigned

This is a full-time, exempt position. The start date is September 25, 2023. Hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday

Please apply on our website: https://marinmontessori.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Marin Montessori School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, disability (mental and physical), marital, familial, or parental status, medical condition, genetic information, military and Veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, political affiliation, or sexual orientation.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Related professional experience in an independent school or non-profit organization
• Successful volunteer relations and management
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising databases

Ideal Personal and Professional Qualities

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including verbal and nonverbal communication, the ability to handle conflict, teamwork, empathy, listening, and a positive attitude.
• Strong analytical writing skills and oral communication skills
• Ability to work closely and cultivate strong relationships with donors, volunteers, and supporters from all of the school's constituent groups, including students, faculty, staff, board of trustees, prospective and current parents, grandparents, and alumni families
• Exceptional attention to detail, skilled problem solver, poise under pressure, an affinity for service
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within a variety of demands
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Enthusiasm for MMS's professional expectations: direct and kind communication, appreciation, accountability, and assumption of good intentions

Other Requirements:

• Must successfully pass the LiveScan fingerprint testing through the Department of Justice
• Must have a clean and valid California Driver's License
• Must have a minimum of two years direct experience, five years preferred

About https://www.marinmontessori.org/

Marin Montessori School's Mission: "Education for Life" The mission of Marin Montessori School, in adherence to the principles of the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) as envisioned by Dr. Maria Montessori, is to nurture the development of each child in our diverse community to his or her fullest potential – an independent, responsible, compassionate, learned individual who thinks critically and realizes clearly his or her role in the world. Thus, our mission is to provide education for life.

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