Careers at SJND

Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School is a co-educational, Catholic parish high school located in the heart of residential Alameda, just minutes from downtown Oakland. SJND offers academic excellence and moral development to its diverse and talented 440 students. The 55 staff members are dedicated to the development of confident, open-minded, effective leaders who are ready to live joyful lives of faith, scholarship and service. The school educates future leaders in a supportive and challenging environment.

We are currently seeking a full-time Social Studies teacher to teach AP World History, World History, and U.S. History courses during the 2021-2022 school year. The position begins August 1st, 2021.

Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor’s Degree in any Social Studies subject and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Studies. Successful high school teaching experience is required and a Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. 

The candidate will be responsible for working with other members of the Social Studies Department to implement curriculum. Candidates must be willing to teach according to Roman Catholic Church doctrine and values. 

Salary is commensurate with experience, graduate education and credentials, according to the school's established salary model for teachers. 

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references by email to Jessica Park, Assistant Principal of Academics at hiring@sjnd.org. Find out more about our school at www.sjnd.org. We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage diverse candidates to join our community. 
 

The Dean of Academics is responsible for promoting the mission of SJND and collaborating with the Vice Principal in ensuring strong Catholic identity in the school. This administrator is responsible for academic leadership in the school and accountable for creating and implementing a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum and support systems. The Dean of Academics evaluates and assists in the supervision of faculty and oversees all curriculum and instruction. The Dean of Academics manages student class registration and scheduling, student grade reporting, and record keeping for departmental and other data management and administrative responsibilities related to academics. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads academic program improvements and updates, including new course offerings, new pathways/programs, curriculum audits, etc. 
• Designs, develops, and modifies curriculum in consultation with Academic Council and individual Department Chairs
• Oversees course scheduling process from start to finish, including production of the annual course catalog, building the master schedule, and student registration
• Conducts/leads formal observations of teachers according to SJND’s established teacher evaluation model
• Manages, analyzes, produces and uses student academic information to create data-driven academic decisions for students, faculty and individual courses
• Oversees testing program for PSAT, SAT, ACT, and Advanced Placement examinations; consults with Admissions Director for HSPT examination
• Coordinates student-parent-teacher conferences (as needed), progress reports, grade reports and support for students who struggle academically
• Oversees textbook selections and approvals, and works with vendor to set up virtual bookstore for students and families
• Works with Admissions Department to place incoming and transfer students
• Assists the Vice Principal with implementation of service learning within Academics
• Plans and executes New Teacher on-boarding and support program; leads New Teacher Orientation, serves as an Instructional Coach and mentor to all new Faculty members - including collecting and approving weekly lesson plans, holds monthly New Teacher meetings
• Serve as a mentor and coach to teachers on probationary contracts and/or professional improvement plans as assigned
• Collaborates with the Counseling Department on all academic matters including scheduling, course placements, and students who struggle academically, 
• Assists the Vice Principal with Professional Development planning and execution, particularly on topics related to Academics
• Oversees and approves all academic department budgets
• Supervises the Department Chairs on department-specific business, chairs Academic Council
• Supervises the school’s Honor Societies, including membership and induction ceremonies
• Oversees the Summer Academics Coordinator in the management of SJND’s Summer Academics program
• Supervises the Learning Support Coordinator in managing the school’s academic support programs
• Assist the Vice Principal with hiring of new Faculty

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in conflict resolution and an ability to manage uncomfortable conversations 
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Experience as a proven problem solver, critical thinker, and change agent who can adapt to new situations and challenges with determination and a positive outlook.
• Public speaking, including speaking on behalf of an organization both to large audiences and more intimate settings. The ability to facilitate conversations is a must. 
• Success in training, managing, and mentoring individuals and groups. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously.
• Willing and able to provide advice and counsel on sensitive matters of importance with respect to the school, and to address complex issues in a variety of settings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact comfortably with a variety of people.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to promote a vision and plan to others, and see through practical execution of that plan.
• Organizational and computer skills, including thorough knowledge of Google Drive Applications (i.e. Documents, Sheets, Slides, and Forms)
• Minimum five years experience as a classroom educator preferred
• Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree(s) or administrative credential preferred

Direct reports to this position include the Faculty Department Chairpersons and Teachers. The Dean of Academics reports directly to and is accountable to the Vice Principal. 

Membership
Academic Council (Chair) WCEA Executive Leadership Committee, Technology Committee, Graduation Committee, staff to committees/task forces of the Board of Trustees and other committees as assigned by the Vice Principal or Principal.

To Apply
Submit the following materials confidentially as separate PDF attachments in one email to the SJND Hiring Committee at hiring@sjnd.org with the subject line Dean of Academics 
Cover letter that expresses your interest and fit for leading Saint Joseph Notre Dame; 
Current resume that includes dates for all degrees, certifications, and experience;
Statement of educational philosophy

Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School is a co-educational Catholic parish high school located in the heart of residential Alameda, just minutes from downtown Oakland. SJND offers academic excellence and moral development to its diverse and talented 450 students. The 65 staff members are dedicated to the development of confident, open-minded, effective leaders who are ready to live joyful lives of faith, scholarship and service. The school educates future leaders in a supportive and challenging environment.

Position: The director of advancement is responsible for providing innovative and strategic leadership of  institutional advancement at SJND. The director of advancement articulates all campaign strategies, participates in identification, cultivation and solicitation of prospects; oversees all advancement activities; and develops and manages the school’s strategic plan as relates to fundraising priorities, goals and objectives. This important member of administration assists the principal in leading the fundraising and marketing teams in order to achieve the fullest attainment of the school’s unique Catholic mission. The director of  advancement reports directly to the principal and will be a member of the school’s senior leadership team.  They work closely with the principal and advancement committee of the board of trustees to involve the SJND community in the life of the school encouraging contributions of time, talent and treasure.
 
Director of Advancement Responsibilities:
●    Partners with the advancement team, faculty/staff, board members and other volunteers to achieve fundraising goals.
●    Leads all fundraising initiatives including annual fund, capital, endowment, event fundraising, and foundation and corporate contributions.
●    Leads the advancement team which includes three direct reports.
●    Conducts prospect research and manages a portfolio of major donor prospects towards solicitation and stewardship.
●    Provides prospect research and solicitation and stewardship strategies to the principal, and members of the board or trustees and others as needed.
●    Solicits a measurable number of major and planned gifts annually while growing a pipeline of new opportunities to support future solicitations. Records outcome of face-to-face or virtual visits with donor prospects.
●    Strategizes community sources of funding through grants and corporations, both locally and nationally.
●    Prepares or delegates preparation of written and verbal proposals, concept and informational materials, endowment and planned giving agreements, and other materials needed to secure grants, sponsorships and major gifts in collaboration with colleagues, as appropriate.
●    Manages endowment and scholarship programs.
●    Serves as the school administrator for the ex-officio member of the Jawad Education Fund Board and serves on the advancement committee of the board of trustees.
●    Collaborates with the Director of Communications and Marketing to address the school’s communications needs as it relates to alumni, parents, donors and community members. 
●    Oversees the advancement team’s personnel activities, including the hiring, definition of job responsibilities, and performance review process of each staff member 
●    Oversees a comprehensive alumni relations and events program.
●    Supports and participates in all aspects of the school’s strategic planning processes.
●    Use systems and software to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools.
●    Other duties assigned by the Principal. 

Experience, Qualifications and Skills
●    Proven record of success in reaching and exceeding fundraising goals, particularly in regards to cultivating donors of major gifts.
●    Experience as a proven problem solver, critical thinker, and change agent who can adapt to new situations and challenges with determination and a positive outlook. 
●    Demonstrates commitment to building a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable working and learning environment. 
●    Collaborative skills to work effectively with the principal, board of trustees, faculty, staff and volunteers along with the ability to maintain confidentiality and to exhibit good judgment in making decisions.
●    Proven success in training, managing, and mentoring a talented and strong advancement team.
●    Proven ability to establish objectives, set performance standards, and organize and motivate a team to achieve goals.
●    Ability to manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously.
●    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact comfortably with a variety of people.
●    Excellent oral and written communications skills.
●    Bachelor's Degree and at least five years of relevant experience preferred
●    Excellent organizational and  computer skills Google Suite, Microsoft Office and database management as well as budgeting experience.
●    Basic understanding of Raisers Edge Database preferred.
●    Demonstrates respect for and ability to articulate, the mission and core values of Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School. 

Start Date: July 1, 2021

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive salary with benefits which include medical, dental, and visual health benefits as well as pension and retirement plans. 

To Apply:
Submit the following materials as separate PDF attachments in one email to the SJND Search Committee at hiring@sjnd.org. Please use the subject line “Director of Advancement” in your email.
●    Cover letter expressing your interest for leading Saint Joseph Notre Dame; 
●    Current resume that includes dates for all degrees, certifications, and experience;
●    Writing sample of a solicitation letter.

Find out more about our school at www.sjnd.org. We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage diverse candidates to join our community.
 

Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School is a co-educational, Catholic parish high school located in the heart of residential Alameda, just minutes from downtown Oakland. SJND offers academic excellence and moral development to its diverse and talented 440 students. The 60 staff members are dedicated to the development of confident, open-minded, generous leaders who are ready to live joyful lives of faith, scholarship and service. The school educates future leaders in a supportive and challenging environment.

We are currently seeking a full-time Math teacher to teach five sections of Math for the 2021-2022 school year. Candidates must be able to teach Algebra 1, Pre-Calculus, Math Analysis, and Probability and Statistics. The position begins August 1, 2021.  

Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential with a Mathematics endorsement. Successful high school teaching experience is required and a Master’s Degree in Mathematics or closely related field is preferred. 

The candidate will be responsible for working with other members of the Mathematics Department to implement curriculum. Candidates must be willing to teach according to Roman Catholic Church doctrine and values. 

Salary is commensurate with experience, graduate education and credentials, according to the school's established salary model for teachers. This position offers full benefits including medical, dental, and visual health benefits as well as pension and retirement plans. 

Please submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy and three professional references by email to Jessica Park at hiring@sjnd.org. Find out more about our school at www.sjnd.org. We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage diverse candidates to join our community.