Director of development and communications

peninsula School
Menlo Park, CA

Start: As Soon As Possible

Peninsula School, a leader in progressive education, is seeking an experienced, highly relational, and inspiring fundraising and advancement professional to join them as the Director of Development and Communications.

“It begins with children as young as three years old, building from there year upon year, nurturing the flame of intellectual curiosity, the warmth of community, and the wonder of the world around each child. It seems like we blink and then they are eighth graders, preparing to graduate to high schools as confident and creative learners, ethical leaders, and compassionate individuals.”

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Procedure to apply

 

SEARCH CALENDAR*

Applications are being accepted for immediate consideration.

Start Date
As soon as possible

*Approximate dates subject to change

 

Peninsula School does not discriminate in the enrollment of students or hiring of staff on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

Peninsula School has long been the place for educators committed to putting children at the center of learning, social justice, and creative approaches to teaching. With a generous professional development budget, and opportunities for advancement, we are a growth-focused learning community where every member of our staff is highly valued. Join a community of professionals dedicated to our progressive mission and values, focused on the social and emotional growth of children.

Interested candidates should submit the following materials confidentially in one, single PDF file:

  • A cover letter indicating the candidate’s particular interest in and qualifications for the position

  • A current resume

  • The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of five professional references, including at least two recent supervisors. References should speak to the applicant’s ability to be an effective administrator and to work collaboratively and collegially with all relevant stakeholders (references will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission). Please indicate your relationship with each reference (i.e. supervisor, colleague, or direct report).

Salary Range: $150,000–165,000 

Please direct any questions via email to julie@strategenius.org or by phone at 415-881-7105.