Hawken School seeks teachers and leaders comfortable taking risks and embracing a growth mindset. Our faculty members and administration are constantly looking for new ways to inspire curiosity while remaining dedicated to nurturing compassion and kindness. We desire culturally competent candidates who clearly appreciate a community of teachers and learners from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and are committed to equity and social justice.
We are committed to doing school differently and better. This means developing an inclusive and accepting community where adults feel empowered to design learning experiences for students that deepen their learning, engaging their emotions as well as their intellects. If you are a leader who is committed to the ideals of progressive education, and inspired by this description of our community, we encourage you to read on to learn more about this position and our school.
THE POSITION
Hawken School is seeking a Director of Development to work with major and principal gifts aspects of Hawken’s fundraising program. This role involves organizing fundraising initiatives, working with School leadership and building relationships with alumni, parents, and friends. The Director of Development will also expand and enhance the School’s major and principal giving program.
The Director of Development is an integral part of the Advancement team and assists in the ongoing development and implementation of the School’s giving program through the personal cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors. This position will assist in expanding Hawken’s relationships with alumni, parents, friends, community leaders, and family foundations. Working closely with the Advancement team, the Director of Development will personally assist in uncovering and expanding philanthropy and partnering with others internally to create giving plans for individuals, foundations, and corporations.
