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Director of Development

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Director of Development

Rawson Saunders

Onsite Austin, Texas

Rawson Saunders is a leading institution in dyslexia education, empowering students with dyslexia through innovative and multisensory teaching methods. With a rigorous curriculum and comprehensive support, Rawson Saunders attracts families from across the country and the world, reinforcing its reputation for excellence and its commitment to student achievement in the field of special education.

Founded by a group of educators and parents, Rawson Saunders is the only school of its kind in central Texas and one of the few in the United States. The school has received accolades from prestigious organizations, including the International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council (IMSLEC) and the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).

The Opportunity

Rawson Saunders seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising initiatives that are crucial for sustaining and advancing the school’s mission of nurturing the full potential of dyslexic learners.

Reporting directly to the Head of School and collaborating closely with the Rawson Saunders Board of Trustees, the Director will lead a comprehensive development program aimed at meeting annual fundraising targets and increasing overall revenue. A key aspect of this role will involve strategizing and executing a capital campaign to address the school’s future infrastructure and programmatic needs.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising and demonstrate a strong commitment to Rawson Saunders’ mission. This individual should excel in building and maintaining relationships with donors, alumni, and the broader community. Responsibilities include overseeing all facets of the development program, from annual giving and major gifts to planned giving and special events. Additionally, the Director will work closely with various school departments to enhance the institution’s visibility and reputation, ultimately fostering a robust culture of philanthropy and engagement within the Rawson Saunders community.

This is a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within a renowned institution dedicated to transforming the educational experience and outcomes for students with dyslexia.

By admin|2026-09-23T21:25:19-04:00April 9, 2025|Comments Off

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Education

Maureen holds a BS from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Taylor Beard brings to Lindauer and its clients several years of philanthropic consulting and project management experience in the non-profit sector.

Prior to joining Lindauer, Taylor was the Assistant Director of Leadership Annual Giving at the University of Chicago Law School where she managed the school’s reunion volunteer committees to foster a culture of engagement and philanthropy and increase annual support from alumni and friends. Taylor also spent several years at Grenzebach Glier and Associates (GG+A), a premier nonprofit philanthropic consulting firm, where she held multiple roles. As Senior Project Manager, Taylor partnered with the firm’s senior leaders to develop and execute client training projects, along with managing the firm’s internal professional development program. She managed upwards of 15 client projects at any given time, ranging in sectors from arts and culture, academic medicine and healthcare, higher education, independent schools, to advocacy.

Throughout her career, Taylor has partnered with a range of clients including American University, Carnegie-Mellon University, Chicago Urban League, Colgate University, Da Vinci Science Center, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Englewood Health Foundation, Folger Shakespeare Library, Fourth Presbyterian Church, Germantown Friends School, Instituto Technologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Macalester College, Milwaukee Art Museum, Louisiana State University Athletics, National Cathedral School, Oregon Health and Science University Foundation, Pennsylvania State University Athletics, University of Massachusetts Amherst, University of Minnesota Foundation, University of New Mexico Foundation, University of the Arctic, Trinity College, and Upper Canada College.

Taylor serves as Co-Chair of the Young Professional Board at Deborah’s Place, a nonprofit that provides housing and supportive services to women experiencing homelessness in Chicago.

Taylor holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The Ohio State University.