Employment Opportunities

Saint John’s Catholic Preparatory School, an independent Catholic coed high school, seeks an experienced, professional, and energetic full-time Dean of Students for the 2022-2023 school year.  A bachelor’s degree is required, but a master’s degree is preferred.  The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in school leadership.

The Dean of Students is a 11-month position, and has the following duties and responsibilities:

• Ensures adherence to the school’s Catholic mission and identity in all student activities.
• Enforces the discipline code as set forth in the Parent/Student Handbook.
• Ensures that the Parent/Student Handbook is current and circulates copies to parents and students.
• Proposes changes in discipline or uniform policy.
• Determines fair and appropriate sanctions for student misconduct, consistent with the school procedures.
• Chairs and convenes the Student Discipline Review Board, keeps appropriate minutes and follows-up on recommendations of the Board.
• Maintains a presence in the school hallways and cafeteria to support students, faculty and staff.
• Attends parent conferences as needed.
• Arranges and monitors student detentions.
• Maintains discipline and attendance records.
• Provides written, weekly updates on student discipline issues for the Head of School and Counseling Department.
• Oversees the student and staff ID cards production and administration.
• Assigns student lockers and parking permits.
• Arranges all fire and emergency drills and provides documentation.
• Oversees the safety video system.
• Arranges and oversees all major student activities (e.g. Ring day, dances, Prom, etc.)
• Assists with the recruitment of students.
• Coordinates Extended School Day coverage
• May be asked to teach one course each semester.
• May be asked to cover classes as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Saint John’s is an equal opportunity employer. All employees are expected to support and uphold the school’s identity and mission as a Catholic institution.

Please send résumé, cover letter, and list of references to Will Knotek, Head of School, at wknotek@saintjohnsprep.org and Laurie Orlowski, Human Resources at lorlowski@saintjohnsprep.org

Saint John’s Catholic Prep’s Science Department is searching for a caring, career-minded education professional to serve as a Chemistry teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan for and teach a full course load – 5 periods
• Encourage, monitor, and promote student engagement through a positive learning environment
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators
• Identify and/or develop resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles
• Incorporate various forms of technology within lessons
• Monitor and evaluate student outcomes
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry (preferred), biology, general science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Previous teaching experience in a professional setting required
• Positive, creative, solution-oriented person
• An understanding and commitment to Saint John’s mission to educate in a joyful Catholic community of faith, hope and love, while preparing our students to be leaders with good hearts and discerning spirits as they pursue truth, academic excellence and service to humanity.

The ideal candidate has a degree in a Chemistry, excellent teaching skills, previous experience with secondary school teaching, a demonstrated passion for and expertise in science, and strong computer skills, including Outlook, Google Classroom, G suite, Zoom, and a comfort level working in a 1:1 laptop environment.  While independent school experience is preferred, it is not required.

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to Jill Seaman, Assistant Head of School at jseaman@saintjohnsprep.org.

Saint John’s Catholic Prep is searching for caring professionals to serve as substitute teachers.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher in a given day
• Follows lesson plans provided by classroom teacher to facilitate appropriate learning experiences for students
• Maintains appropriate records in the absence of the teacher
• Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings
• Ensures all materials are read and prepared for instruction
• Monitors student outcomes
• Maintains appropriate records in the absence of the teacher and follows required procedures and practices
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 60 credits of college coursework from an accredited institution
• Clean background check which includes fingerprinting
• Previous teaching experience in a professional setting preferred
• Positive, creative, solution-oriented  person
• An  understanding and commitment to Saint John’s  mission to educate in a joyful Catholic community of faith, hope and love, while preparing our students to be leaders with good hearts and discerning spirits as they pursue truth, academic excellence and service to humanity.

The ideal candidate has a demonstrated passion for education, previous experience with secondary school aged children, and a comfort level working in an educational environment.  While independent school experience is preferred, it is not required.

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to Jill Seaman, Assistant Head of School at jseaman@saintjohnsprep.org.