The Windward School is currently seeking a Development Associate to serve our Westchester locations. This role is based at one of our two Westchester campuses to be determined, and follows a 12 month, Monday through Friday schedule from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Start date July 1, 2025 (flexible).

The Development Associate (Westchester) is an integral member of The Windward School’s Advancement team. They report directly to the Associate Director of Development/Windward Fund Director and supports them on all Windward Fund initiatives with specific focus on the Westchester Lower and Middle Schools. They also serve as the Westchester liaison to the WPA (Windward Parents Association).

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Engages with donors directly in person and by Zoom, phone, or email
• Supports the Windward Fund Director in implementing Windward Fund initiatives with specific focus on the Westchester Lower and Middle Schools
• Collaborates with the Windward Fund Director on Windward Fund communications, including writing, editing, and production oversight related to direct mail, email, phone, crowdfunding, social media fundraising, and giving days
• Cultivates, solicits, and stewards an appropriately sized portfolio of prospective and current Westchester donors, building and maintaining excellent relationships
• Secures Windward Fund gifts and works to increase participation, renewal, and upgrade rates
• Recruits, trains, and cultivates Windward Fund volunteers across all grade levels from the Westchester Lower and Middle Schools
• Prepares reports and other materials as directed by the Windward Fund Director
• Maintains complete records in Raiser’s Edge for each person assigned to their portfolio, ensuring interactions with prospective donors are recorded in a timely fashion and important facts do not get lost
• Serves as the Westchester liaison to the Windward Parents Association (WPA), and works in consultation with the Associate Director of Development on WPA-related matters
• Partners closely with the Manhattan Windward Fund Associate and WPA Liaison, WPA Co-Presidents, and Communications on managing content for the WPA weekly newsletter
• Partners with Westchester WPA on initiatives and events, including (but not limited to) Back-to-School Picnic, Back-to-School Cocktail Party, Photo Day, Bookfair, Holiday Luncheon, Faculty and Staff appreciation initiatives, and Community Service Day
• Attends fundraising cultivation and stewardship events as requested by senior Advancement staff
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2 - 3 years of professional experience in non-profit and/or educational environment; specific experience in development, fundraising, and/or volunteer management preferred
• Organized, energetic, strategic, and collaborative
• Effective relationship-builder; capable of working effectively with donors/prospects, volunteers, faculty/staff members, senior leadership, and consultants
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Computer fluency in Microsoft Office, donor database software, and web applications

Our Mission

The Windward School is a coeducational, independent day school dedicated to providing a proven instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth within an intentionally diverse and inclusive setting, enables students to understand their learning differences, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential in preparation for a successful return to a mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the School provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research and shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community.

Our Vision

A world where every child with a language-based learning disability is empowered to achieve unlimited success 

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000. When determining salary, the school will consider factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references to our employment page. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

EEO 

The School is committed to equal employment opportunity. The School does not discriminate based on an individual’s race, color, national and ethnic origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment at the School, including hiring, assignments, training, promotions, compensation, employee benefits, discipline, discharge, and all other terms and conditions of employment. 

About The Windward School

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