Director of Development: City Academy of Atlanta
Reformed Theological Seminary, Atlanta, GA, United States
Director of Development: City Academy of Atlanta
Job Description: The
Director of Development
is responsible for leading all fundraising, donor relations, and strategic development initiatives. This role is critical to the long-term sustainability and growth of City Academy of Atlanta and supports scholarships, operations, capital improvements, and program expansion.
Key responsibilities of the
Director of Development
include but are not limited to:
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Develop and execute a comprehensive annual development strategy aligned with CAA’s mission and growth goals
Cultivate and solicit individual, major, corporate, and foundation donors
Lead all grant research, writing, submission, and reporting
Plan and manage fundraising campaigns and events
Build and maintain a donor pipeline and long-term stewardship strategy
Donor Relations & Stewardship
Strengthen relationships with donors, families, alumni, and community partners
Design communication strategies including donor updates, appeals, recognition, and impact reporting
Manage donor database and acknowledgment systems
Strategic Planning & School Collaboration
Partner with school leadership to align fundraising with operational priorities
Forecast financial development opportunities
Represent CAA at community and outreach events
Communications & Marketing Support
Assist with mission-driven messaging across fundraising, website, and reporting materials
Ensure transparency and accountability in donor communications
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and mentor development staff, volunteers, or committees
Report regularly on fundraising results and progress to the City Academy Board
Model Christ-centered professionalism and integrity
Position Qualifications: Required Qualifications
5+ years of fundraising or development leadership experience
Proven success in donor engagement and revenue growth
Strong communication and grant writing skills
Experience in education, nonprofit, or faith-based organizations preferred
Deep personal alignment with Christian education and CAA’s mission
Desired Attributes
Passion for supporting families and Christian education
Collaborative leadership style
High integrity and professionalism
Additional Information
City Academy of Atlanta (CAA) employees come from a broad range of church backgrounds. All employees are expected to be members in good standing of a Christian church whose doctrinal convictions are not in conflict with CAA’s beliefs. To ensure unity in our theological foundations, employees must affirm CAA’s Statement of Faith and the Testimony and Lifestyle Statement and seek to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the biblical beliefs and values expressed in that statement.
City Academy of Atlanta is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian nonprofit religious organization. CAA makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, parental status, or disability of an otherwise-qualified individual. As a religious organization, CAA reserves the right to hire employees who affirm and support the school’s Christian mission, Statement of Faith, and religious beliefs, which are central to our identity and daily operations.
Application Deadline 05/01/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: TBD
General Information Church/Organization Name City Academy of Atlanta
Contact Name & Contact Info (678) 463-9091
tbruce@forrestjohnson.com
City, State Atlanta, GA
Description of Organization Who We Are
City Academy of Atlanta is a Christ-centered hybrid homeschool community serving families in the Atlanta area. Our mission is to glorify God by educating children to think, believe, and live biblically. We partner with parents to provide an academically rich education rooted in a biblical worldview while cultivating wisdom, character, and faith in every student.
What We Do
City Academy blends on-campus learning with guided home instruction through a unique hybrid model. Students attend classes on campus several days each week and continue their learning at home using lesson plans and support from our teachers. Our curriculum integrates faith and learning across all subjects while encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and joyful discovery.
What It’s Like to Work Here
Working at City Academy means joining a mission-driven community that is passionate about Christian education and discipleship. Our faculty and staff partner closely with families, collaborate with one another, and invest deeply in the spiritual and academic development of students. Together, we seek to equip the next generation to love God, pursue truth, and live lives of purpose and service.
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Job Description: The
Director of Development
is responsible for leading all fundraising, donor relations, and strategic development initiatives. This role is critical to the long-term sustainability and growth of City Academy of Atlanta and supports scholarships, operations, capital improvements, and program expansion.
Key responsibilities of the
Director of Development
include but are not limited to:
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Develop and execute a comprehensive annual development strategy aligned with CAA’s mission and growth goals
Cultivate and solicit individual, major, corporate, and foundation donors
Lead all grant research, writing, submission, and reporting
Plan and manage fundraising campaigns and events
Build and maintain a donor pipeline and long-term stewardship strategy
Donor Relations & Stewardship
Strengthen relationships with donors, families, alumni, and community partners
Design communication strategies including donor updates, appeals, recognition, and impact reporting
Manage donor database and acknowledgment systems
Strategic Planning & School Collaboration
Partner with school leadership to align fundraising with operational priorities
Forecast financial development opportunities
Represent CAA at community and outreach events
Communications & Marketing Support
Assist with mission-driven messaging across fundraising, website, and reporting materials
Ensure transparency and accountability in donor communications
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and mentor development staff, volunteers, or committees
Report regularly on fundraising results and progress to the City Academy Board
Model Christ-centered professionalism and integrity
Position Qualifications: Required Qualifications
5+ years of fundraising or development leadership experience
Proven success in donor engagement and revenue growth
Strong communication and grant writing skills
Experience in education, nonprofit, or faith-based organizations preferred
Deep personal alignment with Christian education and CAA’s mission
Desired Attributes
Passion for supporting families and Christian education
Collaborative leadership style
High integrity and professionalism
Additional Information
City Academy of Atlanta (CAA) employees come from a broad range of church backgrounds. All employees are expected to be members in good standing of a Christian church whose doctrinal convictions are not in conflict with CAA’s beliefs. To ensure unity in our theological foundations, employees must affirm CAA’s Statement of Faith and the Testimony and Lifestyle Statement and seek to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the biblical beliefs and values expressed in that statement.
City Academy of Atlanta is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian nonprofit religious organization. CAA makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, parental status, or disability of an otherwise-qualified individual. As a religious organization, CAA reserves the right to hire employees who affirm and support the school’s Christian mission, Statement of Faith, and religious beliefs, which are central to our identity and daily operations.
Application Deadline 05/01/2026
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: TBD
General Information Church/Organization Name City Academy of Atlanta
Contact Name & Contact Info (678) 463-9091
tbruce@forrestjohnson.com
City, State Atlanta, GA
Description of Organization Who We Are
City Academy of Atlanta is a Christ-centered hybrid homeschool community serving families in the Atlanta area. Our mission is to glorify God by educating children to think, believe, and live biblically. We partner with parents to provide an academically rich education rooted in a biblical worldview while cultivating wisdom, character, and faith in every student.
What We Do
City Academy blends on-campus learning with guided home instruction through a unique hybrid model. Students attend classes on campus several days each week and continue their learning at home using lesson plans and support from our teachers. Our curriculum integrates faith and learning across all subjects while encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and joyful discovery.
What It’s Like to Work Here
Working at City Academy means joining a mission-driven community that is passionate about Christian education and discipleship. Our faculty and staff partner closely with families, collaborate with one another, and invest deeply in the spiritual and academic development of students. Together, we seek to equip the next generation to love God, pursue truth, and live lives of purpose and service.
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