LearningSpring School is a non-public school located in New York City, dedicated to educating students in grades K-8 living on the autism spectrum. LearningSpring's mission is to advance the social, developmental, and academic growth of its students through pioneering educational and therapeutic strategies in order to prepare each child to participate in the wider community. LSS has a strong parent body, faculty and staff, and board of directors. To learn more about our school visit our website at learningspring.org
Our small but busy Development Department is looking for a highly motivated Development Intern to provide administrative support. This position reports to the Director of Development (DOD). This internship requires a 15 hour a week commitment and pays $16/hour.
Specific duties:
- Assist with writing and editing the LearningSpring School Newsletter and Annual Report.
- Assist the DOD in planning and managing special events and annual gala.
- Provide onsite support during fundraising events.
- Oversee logistical preparation by working with internal staff as appropriate.
- Provide assistance with pre- and post-event planning, preparation and follow through.
- Assist with annual fund appeals and proposals.
- Assist with updating and maintaining social media sites.
- Attend and provide assistance with Development related committee meetings.
- Track attendance and record and distribute minutes.
- In conjunction with the DOD, research prospective donors.
- Assist with development related administrative tasks, including gift tracking
Position Requirements:
- Must have strong writing skills, be detail oriented and have experience with Word mail merges and Excel.
- Must know PowerPoint and Publisher.
- Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and fundraising a plus.
- Must be comfortable around children with special needs.
To apply for this position please send your resume with a cover letter, stating salary requirements. Please state Development Intern in the subject line of the email. Please do not call.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week
Work Location: In person
