Email your resume and cover letter to:
John Lewis, Head of School
jlewis@gunston.org
 
Position Overview:
 
The Advancement and Alumni Coordinator is a member of the school administrative team reporting to the Director of External Relations (DER). The Coordinator’s primary duties include supporting the implementation of the annual Institutional Advancement Plan, donor and alumni database management and gift fulfillment, coordinating the activities of the Gunston Parents’ Association and the Alumni Association, and supporting external relations special events in partnership with the Executive Assistant for External Relations (EAER).
 
Responsibilities:

Support the Institutional Advancement Program
In partnership with the DER and Head of School, support the development, implementation and management of all fundraising activities including annual giving, major gift programs, endowment and capital campaigns, special projects, and other school-related solicitations.

• Proactively identify grant-funding opportunities and submit applications and follow-up reports to foundations.
• Produce comprehensive reports of funds raised and work with DER and the Head to develop strategies to increase giving rates and total dollars raised.
• Research prospects and gather information to produce reports and recommendations to the Head and DER to help facilitate the development of relationships so that we may implement strategies to increase major gifts through direct solicitation and/or head-, trustee-, or volunteer-facilitated solicitation. 
• With the Assistant Business Manager, reconcile Raiser's Edge gift reporting to the school accounting system on a monthly basis.
• Maintain and enhance the quality and integrity of the Raiser’s Edge database.
• Assist the DER with fundraising training for trustees and other leadership volunteers, and cultivate a pool of fundraising volunteers.

Alumni Relations

• Assist DER to establish and implement a robust Alumni engagement strategy to include increasing alumni engagement, and events
• Assist with quarterly Alumni newsletter
• Assist with communications as needed

Gunston Parents’ Association
In collaboration with the Parent Relations Associate, recruit, train, and manage the relationship with GPA officers. 

• Serve as the staff point of contact for the GPA, helping to co-chair regular GPA meetings with the GPA president.
• Assist GPA president in coming up with initiatives.
• Work closely with the GPA President to create meeting agendas and communicate out monthly meetings.
• Keep DER, Head and other team members updated on GPA initiatives. 
• Ensure that the GPA bylaws are faithfully adhered to, making suggestions for revisions as necessary; proactively cultivating new leadership for the GPA.

Special Events
In partnership with the DER and the EAER support the annual events calendar (including regional and local receptions, constituent receptions, awards ceremonies, and alumni and reunion celebrations) that promote and enhance constituent relations by overseeing the production of invitation lists. 

Donor & Alumni Database Management and Gift Fulfillment

• Record all gifts, update records, print thank-you letters, and monitor pledges including for Chesapeake Watershed Semester. 
• Keep the database updated with constituent information. Maintain and improve the database by learning and implementing Raiser’s Edge best practices
• Prepare development reports for finance staff, produce helpful gift and cultivation reports that include metrics, strategy, and planning overview for senior leadership team
• Under the direction of the Director of External Relations (DER), work together to produce annual appeals, and other projects throughout the year.

We are seeking candidates with relevant and extensive experience in the areas noted above, and expertise with Raiser’s Edge is a high priority. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. In addition, the school is seeking an effective communicator and team member with the ability to understand and present the school’s advancement/alumni vision; broad understanding of advancement trends; superb technology skills; and a strong attention to detail. The school is particularly interested in candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or a desire to participate in our extracurricular or sports program as an advisor or coach.
  
Interested candidates should visit our website at www.gunston.org, and should send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references to:
 
Mr. John Lewis
The Gunston School
P.O. Box 200
Centreville, MD 21617
jlewis@gunston.org

Math Teacher Position (x2)
The Gunston School, an independent, nonsectarian, college preparatory day school (9-12) located in Centreville, MD seeks two full-time mathematics teachers for fall of 2021. Gunston has a deep commitment to the values of academic rigor, nurture, and personalization, and we offer unique programs in global and environmental education. Gunston endeavors to create and sustain an inclusive and equitable community that welcomes individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. We seek a dynamic candidate to join our welcoming and supportive community.  

Qualified candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in mathematics with a master’s degree preferred. Candidates must be able to teach all levels of mathematics and be particularly prepared to teach the upper levels: precalculus, AP Calculus AB & BC, and AP Statistics. Candidates must also have a high degree  of competency in the use of instructional technology.  Gunston teachers are expected to develop and implement a variety of instruction and assessment methods in alignment with Gunston’s student-centered philosophy and departmental and school goals. 

All Gunston faculty serve as advisors, and are involved with the school's extracurricular program.  The school is particularly interested in candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or a desire to coach and assume a leadership role in the student clubs program.
  
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with a candidate’s background and experience, as aligned with local, state, and national benchmarks. Interested candidates should visit our website at www.gunston.org, and should send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references to:

Mrs. Christie Grabis
Assistant Head of School
The Gunston School
PO Box 200
Centreville, MD 21617
cgrabis@gunston.org

The Gunston School, an independent, nonsectarian, college preparatory day school (9-12) located in Centreville, MD is seeking a full-time humanities teacher for fall of 2021. Ideal candidates will have a background in the humanities and possess  the versatility to teach all levels of English as well as American Government. Gunston has a deep commitment to the values of academic rigor, nurture, and personalization, and we offer unique programs in global and environmental education.  Gunston endeavors to create and sustain an inclusive and equitable community that welcomes individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. We seek a dynamic candidate to join our welcoming and supportive community.  

Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field and have a high level of competency in the use of instructional technology.  Gunston teachers are expected to develop and implement a variety of instruction and assessment methods in alignment with Gunston’s student-centered philosophy and departmental and school goals. 

All Gunston faculty serve as advisors, and are involved with the school's extracurricular program.  The school is particularly interested in candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or a desire to coach and assume a leadership role in the student clubs program.
  
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with a candidate’s background and experience, as aligned with local, state, and national benchmarks. Interested candidates should visit our website at www.gunston.org, and should send a cover letter, resume, and names and phone numbers of three references to:

Mrs. Christie Grabis
Assistant Head of School
The Gunston School
PO Box 200
Centreville, MD 21617
cgrabis@gunston.org
 
 

Gunston seeks substitute teachers for the 2019-2020 academic year. No teaching experience is required, but candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree. Work hours are 7:50-2:10.

Interested candidates should contact Christie Grabis to arrange an interview.
Christie Grabis, Assistant Headmistress
cgrabis@gunston.org
410.758.0620

Gunston recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusivity as fundamental to our learning community and integral to a comprehensive education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Gunston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Gunston seeks tutors in all subject areas for students in grades 9-12. The primary goal of the tutoring program is to assist students in the development of learning and study skills in order that the students increase their level of independence in preparation for college. Tutoring is offered to students requiring additional academic support. The program is individually tailored to provide one to one assistance in the specific needs of each student. Tutors work in conjunction with subject teachers and advisors in an effort to assist students toward developing mastery in skills and content. Teaching experience required.

Interested candidates should contact Christie Grabis to arrange an interview.
Christie Grabis, Assistant Headmistress
cgrabis@gunston.org
410.758.0620

Gunston recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusivity as fundamental to our learning community and integral to a comprehensive education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Gunston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.