Stephen Gaynor School
Emily Barnes has a diverse work experience in the field of education and development. Emily most recently served as the Director of Outreach and Innovation at the Stephen Gaynor School, where they focused on extending the school's professional expertise and reputation in special education. Prior to this, they held the role of Assistant Director of Advancement and Director of Annual Giving at the Stephen Gaynor School, where they managed all aspects of the Annual Fund and implemented a fundraising strategy for its growth.
Before joining the Stephen Gaynor School, Emily worked at DAIS as the Director of Development and Community Relations. In this role, they led organizational development efforts and oversaw all aspects of the organization's development and communication activities. Emily also served as a spokesperson for the organization and managed its communication strategies.
Emily's earlier experience includes working as the Communications and Special Events Manager at The Allen-Stevenson School, where they coordinated communications and managed special events.
Overall, Emily Barnes has shown expertise in fundraising, donor engagement, communication strategies, and organizational development in the education sector.
Emily Barnes attended Penn State University from 2000 to 2004, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Women's Studies. Emily then pursued further education at New York University from 2006 to 2009, completing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree with a focus on Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management.
Stephen Gaynor School
A pioneer in special education, Stephen Gaynor School is an independent, nonprofit Pre-K, Lower, and Middle School for bright students with learning differences. Founded in 1962, Stephen Gaynor School provides a highly individualized educational program in a rich, rigorous, and nurturing environment in which students gain the skills and confidence necessary to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Gaynor serves approximately 380 students with language based learning differences, such as dyslexia or expressive/receptive language difficulty. We are also able to support students with overlapping attentional or executive functioning challenges (such as ADHD). Stephen Gaynor School students have a strong cognitive profile but often have difficulty with the acquisition of reading and writing skills. Our highly trained and dedicated teachers, specialists, and administrators create a climate of caring where students feel comfortable taking academic risks, secure in the knowledge that their educational journey is accompanied by success. Stephen Gaynor School’s faculty and administration strive to develop self-confident, self-aware learners who can advocate for their own needs and have respect for themselves and others. Students leave Gaynor with a rich foundation of knowledge, confidence, and pride in their achievements, and strategies that will sustain them for a lifetime. For employment opportunities, visit https://www.stephengaynor.org/about-our-school/careers/