What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advancement Associate position at CCCBSD?
Make a Lasting Impact
At The Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD), we provide transformative, person-centered education and services for deaf and/or disabled individuals in a language-rich, inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals, their families, and communities thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative Advancement Associate to support fundraising, communications, and donor engagement efforts. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and plays a vital role in advancing CCCBSD’s mission by supporting all facets of the Advancement office — from donor data to events to community outreach.
Your Impact
As Advancement Associate, you will serve as a key support partner to the Director of Advancement and Communications Coordinator. You will coordinate communications, ensure data integrity, support campaigns and events, and contribute to the growth of CCCBSD’s donor and alumni engagement efforts.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain and manage donor database (Bloomerang), including data entry, gift acknowledgments, and reporting
• Support implementation of CCCBSD’s annual development plan, including mailings, appeals, and reports
• Assist with planning, materials preparation, and logistics for fundraising events (e.g., Spring Soirée, Lone Gull)
• Track and reconcile event gifts, prepare post-event reports, and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate on the Annual Appeal, Annual Report, and other key outreach efforts
• Support alumni and board engagement activities
• Assist with internal and external communications, including website and social media updates
• Conduct preliminary grant research under the guidance of the Director of Advancement
• Participate in department-wide planning and strategic initiatives
• Attend internal and external events and represent CCCBSD in a professional, values-aligned manner
• Support visitors and events on campus as needed
What We’re Looking For
• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit communications
• Experience with donor databases (e.g., Bloomerang or similar)
• Strong organizational and writing skills with high attention to detail
• Commitment to inclusive, accessible communication (spoken, written, signed, or AAC)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively
• Positive, flexible attitude and willingness to grow professionally
• ASL proficiency or willingness to take ASL classes (offered at CCCBSD)
• Experience with individuals with disabilities and/or knowledge of private school/nonprofit environments preferred
• Comfort working occasional evenings or weekends for events
Why Join CCCBSD?
Live Our Values. Love Your Work.
As a Certified Kindness Workplace, we believe that the workplace should be more than a place to achieve professional goals — it should be a space where compassion, respect, and empathy thrive. This culture of care creates a positive, supportive environment for students, families, and colleagues.
Our work is grounded in CCCBSD’s core values: Humanity, Belonging, Inclusivity, Collaboration, Integrity, and Excellence.
Your Total Rewards at CCCBSD Include:
• Competitive salary and step scale placement
• Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits
• Generous time off and work-life harmony
• Tuition reimbursement and in-service training
• Retirement matching (5%)
• Preschool discounts and free ASL classes
• Employee referral and longevity bonuses
We hope you’ll find a professional home here — where your work matters, your values align, and your days are filled with purpose.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This role is based on-site and may involve lifting up to 40 lbs. for event preparation and engaging with the public during campus activities. Work may include occasional weekend or evening events and off-site venues.
Participation in emergency preparedness drills, including fire drills, lockdowns, and evacuation procedures, is required. CCCBSD provides reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility and success in the role.
Background Check Requirement
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks, including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting, in accordance with state regulations.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through the SchoolSpring system.
If you're new to the platform or would like to express your interest more directly, feel free to also email your materials or questions to Karen Hopkins, Ed.D., Executive Director at karenhopkins@cccbsd.org.
Not sure if you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply — we value potential, lived experience, and a shared commitment to our mission.
CCCBSD is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with multilingual backgrounds, lived experience, and/or ties to the communities we serve. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates.
