Open Position: Development Assistant
Direct Reports: N/A
Reporting To: Assistant Head of School for Advancement
FLSA Status: non-exempt
When Needed: As soon as possible
FT/PT: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
On-site: Yes
Pay rate: $60,000-$70,000 per year
Who Thrives at Bush
Are you a dynamic connector who thrives on building meaningful relationships and turning community passion into lasting impact? The Bush School is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-driven Development Assistant to join our team — someone who brings both energy and integrity to every donor conversation, community event, and fundraising initiative. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our development efforts, combining sharp attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills with the relationship-building and stewardship that fuel our work and strengthen the ties between our team and the school community.
Who We Are
Founded in 1924 and located in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood, The Bush School is an independent school serving students from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. Bush offers a rich, intellectually engaging program grounded in experiential learning, designed to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities. Our curriculum challenges students to think deeply and creatively, preparing them to thrive in future endeavors while remaining rooted in the school’s longstanding core values.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community in which every individual can say, “I belong.” We seek educators and staff who are passionate about their work, highly skilled in their practice, and dedicated to supporting the growth and development of our students.
