Employment Opportunities

Varsity Field Hockey Coach

Position Summary

Notre Dame Academy is seeking a dynamic and competitive coach to lead the high school field hockey program. NDA coaches are actively engaged in the community, and embrace both the mission and values of St Julie Billiart, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and the Academy. The role of the Varsity Field Hockey Coach is to be responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in field hockey. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Following and upholding the policies and mission statement of Notre Dame Academy and communicating the vision of the Notre Dame Academy program to athletes and parents
• Oversee the development of all levels of the field hockey program.

• Instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

• Coordinating parent meetings, tryouts, daily practice planning, game management, off season programming and community engagement
• Work closely with the athletic director to ensure all school policies/procedures are being followed as it relates to athletic programs (eligibility, parent meetings, registrations, tryouts, scheduling, equipment inventory/collection, off season training programs etc.)

• Work directly with athletic trainers and the athletic director in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.

• Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Ability to represent NDA appropriately to the NDA school community, local field hockey community, press and broader community
• Understand the necessary commitment, expectations and pressures associated with being the head coach in a well-supported program.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Notre Dame Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• High school level (or higher) coaching experience preferred.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification
• First Aid / CPR / AED certification
• Completion of the NFHS Concussion in Sports Course
• Must be available for practice and game times which begin around 3:30pm daily during the week.
• Understanding of and compliance with all MIAA/NFHS regulations and expectations
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Capable of moving and performing basic skill demonstrations during practice
• Able to carry equipment to and from sites throughout the season

Contact Information
Caitlyn Germain
Notre Dame Academy
425 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
cgermain@nda-worc.org

Job Details – English Teacher
Job ID: 2020106
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted : May 12, 2021
Starting Date: September 1, 2021

About NDA

Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards, and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people.

Job Description

Job Title: English Teacher

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Responsible to: Principal/English Department Head

Last Revised: May 2021

Position Summary: Notre Dame Academy is seeking a full time English Teacher for the 2021-22 academic year. Preferred candidates will have at least 3-5 years of teaching experience. He or she is a happy, enthusiastic individual who has demonstrated a passion for English and for teaching that builds interest in, enthusiasm for, and mastery of that subject. This position covers 4-5 sections of English which meet every other day. Likely sections include: 10th grade World Literature and 11th grade American Literature.

Essential Duties

• Teach English for middle/high school
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction
• Maintain regularly scheduled extra help hours in order to advise and assist students
• Participate in school evaluation and professional development programs
• Advise students on academic and other matters in accordance with the School’s mission
• Serve as a homeroom teacher
• Advise extracurricular activities as required
• Participate in some infrequent evening or weekend activities, including meetings, professional development, or other school activities
• Other duties, as assigned

Position Type: Full-time for 2021-22 School Year

Positions Available: 1

Job Category : Classroom Teacher > English: General

Equal Opportunity Employee

Notre Dame Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or other relevant degree
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Enthusiastic interest in teaching, motivating, coaching and mentoring middle/high school students
• Commitment to building 21st Century Teaching and Learning practices
• Ability to serve as role model

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 15 lbs.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled office environment
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred
• Bachelor degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Susan Butler
Principal
Notre Dame Academy
425 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
sbutler@nda-worc.org

Job Details – Science Teacher

• Job ID: 2020102
• Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
• Posted: May 12, 2021
• Starting Date: September 1, 2021

About NDA

Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards, and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people.

Job Description

Job Title: Science Teacher

FLSA Classification: Exempt
Responsible to: Principal/Science Department Head
Last Revised: May 2021

Position Summary: Notre Dame Academy is seeking a Science teacher for the 2021-2022 school year. Preferred candidates will have at least 3-5 years of teaching experience. He or she is a happy, enthusiastic individual who has demonstrated a passion for science and for teaching that builds interest in, enthusiasm for, and mastery of that subject. The candidate should have experience working with students using problem-based learning techniques. Science topics of focus for this position are 7th-grade Earth science, 8th-grade Physical science, and 9th-grade Biology. Finally, the candidate will have the capacity to contribute to the life of the School in co-curricular areas, especially coaching and advising students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a teacher in Science for middle/high school grade girls
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Have experience and confidence with problem-based learning and instructional techniques.
• Evaluate and grade student’s classwork, assignments, and papers.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
• Participate in school evaluation and professional development programs
• Serve as a homeroom teacher
• Advise students on academic and other matters in accordance with the School’s mission
• Advise extracurricular activities as required
• Participate in some infrequent evening or weekend activities, including meetings, professional development, or other school activities

• Other duties, as assigned

• Position Type: Full-time
• Positions Available: 1
  

Equal Opportunity Employee

Notre Dame Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Have experience and confidence with problem-based learning and instructional techniques.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
• Participate in school evaluation and professional development programs
• Advise students on academic and other matters in accordance with the School’s mission
• Advise extracurricular activities as required
• Participate in some infrequent evening or weekend activities, including meetings, professional development, or other school activities
• Other duties, as assigned

• Physical Requirements and Work Environment
  • Works in an environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  • May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 15 lbs.
  • Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled office environment
  • Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Bachelor degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Susan Butler
Principal
Notre Dame Academy
425 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
sbutler@nda-worc.org