Administrative Skills, Alliance/Partner Management, Budgeting, Campaigns, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Community Support, Funding, Fundraising, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Ministry of Education, Operations Management, Project/Program Management, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager, University/School Policies, Volunteer Management
LOCATION
Las Cruces, NM
POSTED
Today
Program Director for LifeWise Academy
As program director, you'll help lead and grow your community's LifeWise program by:
Building Community Relationships
Develop positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members
Serve as atrusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community
Communicate the vision and impact of the program
Leading Fundraising and Community Support
Coordinate local fundraising efforts and community giving campaigns
Lead donor communication, appreciation and stewardship
Conduct church presentations, fundraising events, sponsorship opportunities and community outreach initiatives
Encourage ongoing financial partnerships to help sustain and grow the program
Utilize the LifeWise Academy fundraising strategies
Leading and Supporting Team Members
Recruit, train, encourage and support team members
Foster a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered culture for students and families
Coordinate teams to ensure classes run smoothly and safely
Managing Program Operations
Oversee communication, scheduling, enrollment and basic administrative tasks
Assist with budgeting, fundraising coordination and stewardship of resources
Maintain compliance with school policies and LifeWise Academy procedures
What Success Looks Like
Students receive excellent biblical instruction and experience the gospel as part of every class
Families are supported and are connected to the local church
Team members feel equipped and valued
Donors and community partners feel connected to the mission and impact
Schools experience professionalism and partnership
Churches unite around a mission that impacts the next generation
The program operates sustainably, with the funding, resources, systems and partnerships needed to grow and serve students for years to come
You Might Be a Great Fit If You:
Love building relationships and bringing people together
Are passionate about reaching public school students with the gospel
Enjoy leadership, organization and community engagement
Are comfortable inviting others to financially support a meaningful mission
Communicate clearly and professionally
Can manage details while keeping sight of the bigger mission
Thrive in ministry, nonprofit, education or community leadership settings
Are self-motivated, dependable and flexible
Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination or community engagement is helpful, but a heart for the mission is essential.
Why People Love This Role
Meaningful Impact: You'll help bring Bible education to students who may never otherwise hear the gospel
Flexible Part-Time Work: This role is ideal for someone seeking meaningful, mission-driven work while balancing family, ministry or other professional commitments
Strong Support and Training: You won't do this alone. LifeWise Academy provides systems, resources, coaching and ongoing support to help you succeed.
Be Part of a Growing Movement: LifeWise Academy is expanding rapidly across the country as more communities seek to bring released time religious instruction to local students
Position Details
Part-time position (approximately 15-20 hours per week)
Some daytime availability required during school hours
Occasional weekend, evening or community events
If you're excited about building something meaningful in your community and helping impact the next generation, we'd love to talk with you. Apply today to learn more about joining the LifeWise Academy mission.
Benefits
Retirement plan, including employer match
LifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.