Director of Development

About Clarksville Academy

Clarksville Academy is an independent, college preparatory school serving students in

Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Rooted in a tradition of academic excellence,

character development, and community engagement, the school prepares students not

only for college but for life. Through strong relationships, rigorous academics, and a

vibrant student experience, Clarksville Academy cultivates curious learners, responsible

citizens, and confident leaders.

Job Summary

Clarksville Academy seeks a results-oriented leader to strengthen and grow the school’s

fundraising program. The Director of Development serves as a member of the

Administrative Team and is responsible for leading and implementing a strategic

development plan designed to expand philanthropic support for the school.

This role balances relationship-based fundraising with strong operational management of

the school’s development systems. The Director of Development oversees key

fundraising initiatives, manages donor engagement, and maintains the integrity of the

school’s donor database and reporting systems.

Reporting to the Director of Advancement and partnering closely with the Head of

School, Board of Trustees, and school leadership, the Director of Development plays an

important role in strengthening philanthropic support, building meaningful donor

relationships, and advancing the mission of Clarksville Academy.

Primary Responsibilities

Fundraising and Donor Engagement

Develops and executes a comprehensive development strategy aligned with

Clarksville Academy’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.

Leads the planning and execution of fundraising initiatives including the annual

fund, major gifts, corporate partnerships, special events, grants, and planned

giving.

Builds and maintains strong relationships with parents, alumni, grandparents, and

friends of Clarksville Academy, as well as corporate and foundation donors.

Manages a portfolio of donor and prospective donor relationships and participates

in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

Partners with board members, leadership, and key volunteers to strengthen donor

cultivation and expand philanthropic engagement.

Implements stewardship practices that strengthen donor engagement, retention,

and increased giving.

Develops sponsorship opportunities and partnership proposals that support the

financial goals of the school.

Researches and identifies prospective donors and funding opportunities and

develops strategies for major gifts and institutional support.

Monitors fundraising performance using data and key metrics and recommends

adjustments to strengthen results.

Development Operations and Data Management

Maintains accurate and current donor, prospect, and event records in Raiser’s

Edge.

Oversees the gift acknowledgment process, including recording, depositing,

tracking, and reconciling charitable contributions such as checks, credit cards,

stock, wire transfers, and recurring gifts.

Creates development reports and dashboards for internal use, including weekly

revenue updates and month-end reconciliation.

Tracks donor and volunteer engagement and maintains updated records for board

members, committees, and other constituent groups.

Coordinates communication lists and supports donor cultivation and stewardship

initiatives through accurate database management.

Forecasts revenue projections and manages development activities within the

departmental budget.

Works with the Financial and Development Committees to monitor and adjust

revenue projections and fundraising strategies.

Ensures compliance with all applicable fundraising regulations and maintains

accurate documentation of donor interactions and contributions.

Collaborates with advancement and school leadership to communicate the impact

of philanthropy on Clarksville Academy students and programs.

Participates in school events and community activities to strengthen relationships

within the Clarksville Academy community.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit advancement preferred.

Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with

a variety of constituents including board members, donors, volunteers, and school

staff.

Strong integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with

professionalism.

Clarksville Academy seeks a development leader who believes in the value of

independent school education and is excited to build relationships that strengthen

opportunities for our students.



Federal law prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of age, race, creed,

religion, sex, or national origin. Clarksville Academy is an equal opportunity employer.