Community Engagement Coordinator - Full Time

About Mill Springs Academy

Mill Springs Academy is a college-preparatory independent school serving neurodivergent learners in grades K–12. The school’s mission is to empower students with learning differences through an innovative curriculum and real-world learning experiences that prepare them to be Real World Ready. Mill Springs fosters a collaborative, mission-driven community dedicated to helping students discover their strengths and thrive in school and beyond.

The salary range for this position is $45,000–$50,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Mill Springs Academy offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off.

Position Summary

Mill Springs Academy seeks a creative, organized, and relationship-oriented Community Engagement Coordinator to support the school’s advancement, community-building, and communications efforts. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys bringing people together through events, storytelling, and meaningful engagement.

Working closely with the Director of Advancement and Director of Enrollment, the Coordinator will play an important role in planning and executing the school’s signature fundraising event, supporting community events throughout the year, and contributing to the school’s digital communications and storytelling.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in advancement, marketing, enrollment, and event management within a mission-driven independent school community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Event Planning & Community Engagement

• Coordinate planning and execution of the school’s signature spring fundraising event, Bourbon & BBQ, including timeline development, logistics coordination, and volunteer management.

• Support sponsorship outreach, auction procurement, and donor engagement for fundraising events.

• Manage event communications, registration, and promotional efforts in collaboration with the Advancement team.

• Oversee day-of-event logistics and coordinate post-event follow-up, including acknowledgements and reporting.

• Assist with planning and implementation of community events throughout the year, including Back-to-School events, Homecoming, alumni gatherings, GrandFriends Day, parent events, and student celebrations.

Digital Communications & Storytelling

• Assist with managing and updating the school’s social media channels.

• Support website updates to ensure content remains current and engaging.

• Produce and distribute the weekly parent newsletter.

• Help gather and share stories that highlight student experiences, faculty innovation, alumni outcomes, and community impact.

Advancement & Enrollment Support

• Provide administrative support to the Director of Advancement and Director of Enrollment.

• Maintain accurate donor records in Raiser’s Edge, including gift entry and acknowledgements.

• Assist with donor stewardship communications and basic fundraising reports.

• Support advancement and enrollment outreach initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment.

• Positive, proactive, and service-oriented approach to community engagement.

• Familiarity with social media platforms, email marketing tools, and basic website content management preferred.

• Interest in education, nonprofit advancement, events, or community engagement.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for events.

• Regular use of computer, phone, and office equipment.