About MCM
Montessori Center of Minnesota’s mission is to transform lives and society by broadening access to Dr. Maria Montessori’s proven educational approach–which has been inspiring children and educators alike for more than 100 years. Located on the East Side of St. Paul, MCM operates a premier training center and trains the world's leading Montessori educators through high-quality, hands-on programs; and leads a collaborative to expand access to high-fidelity Montessori programs, including Cornerstone Montessori School (CMS), a non-profit Montessori school for children 15 months through 6 years. Also housed in its facility is Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School (CMES), a public charter Montessori school for grades K-6.
MCM’s work also includes the Montessori Partners Serving All Children (MPSAC) initiative, a remarkable in-community collaborative that builds and uses relationships with individuals, schools, and other organizations to increase access to Montessori education for under-resourced families in Minnesota and South Dakota; and Birth to Five Early Childhood Program, which aims to develop deeper connections to families in our immediate and surrounding areas, by providing free, high-quality Montessori educational experiences for children and their parents/caregivers.
Your Role: Director of Advancement
As the Director of Advancement, you will be at the heart of our growth and sustainability, leading efforts to secure philanthropic support and raise awareness for MCM’s critical work. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will collaborate closely with our leadership team and board members to develop and execute strategies that engage our community, build long-term donor relationships, and cultivate sustainable contributed revenue streams to ensure that MCM’s transformative programs continue to grow and thrive.
Your Responsibilities
Who We’re Looking For
You are a skilled and experienced advancement professional with a deep belief in the transformative power of education. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working seamlessly with internal and external partners to achieve shared goals. You have a passion for fundraising and an appreciation for the nuances of nonprofit communications and marketing. You are a creative thinker who enjoys problem-solving and building relationships.
Why MCM?
By joining MCM, you become part of an organization doing powerful, life-changing work. You will have the opportunity to engage with a passionate community of educators, parents, and donors who are united in their commitment to shaping a brighter future for children and families.
The Montessori Center of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, creed, religion, sex, sexual or affectional orientation, color, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. MCM is committed to building, strengthening, and maintaining a diverse workforce and strongly encourages those who self-identify as persons of color, Indigenous persons, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), LGBTQIA, and gender fluid or gender nonconforming to apply.
You are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet 100% of the technical requirements.
How to Apply
If you are ready to bring your expertise and passion to MCM’s mission, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter by December 6, 2024, to:
Liza Davis
Interim Executive Director and Co-Director of Pedagogy and 3-6 Training
Montessori Center of Minnesota
1611 Ames Avenue East, St. Paul, MN 55106
Email: [email protected]
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