Employment

• Teaches Chemistry and Middle School Earth Science
• Creates and delivers engaging Chemistry and Earth Science curricula
• Exhibits strengths in educational technology
• Establishes a culture of positive communication with students, colleagues, and parents; responds to messages and inquiries in a timely manner
• Thoughtfully supports and engages diverse learners
• Creates an inclusive and equitable classroom/work environment
• Maintains a safe, orderly and supportive classroom
• Demonstrates a willingness to engage with students beyond the classroom and be actively involved in the community as a club or activity moderator, supporting a range of student interests and enrichment opportunities

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology or related subject; Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of Upper School teaching experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum and methodology of effective teaching
• Skilled in the use of instructional technologies to enhance learning and deliver content 
• High degree of cultural competency and commitment to girls’ education

• Teaches Middle School Science - Earth Science (6th grade) , Physical Science (7th grade), and Life Science (8th grade)
• Creates and delivers engaging curricula
• Exhibits strengths in educational technology
• Establishes a culture of positive communication with students, colleagues, and parents; responds to messages and inquiries in a timely manner
• Thoughtfully supports and engages diverse learners
• Creates an inclusive and equitable classroom/work environment
• Maintains a safe, orderly and supportive classroom
• Demonstrates a willingness to engage with students beyond the classroom and be actively involved in the community as a club or activity moderator, supporting a range of student interests and enrichment opportunities

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology or related subject; Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of teaching experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject content, curriculum and methodology of effective teaching
• Skilled in the use of instructional technologies to enhance learning and deliver content 
• High degree of cultural competency and commitment to girls’ education

• Implements the upper school counseling curriculum through delivery of developmentally appropriate lesson plans consistent with American School Counseling Association Standards and the school’s mission in three domains:  academic, career, and social development.
• Guides individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans using Scior as a resource.
• Counsels individuals and small groups of students facing difficulties. 
• Consult regularly with faculty, parents, school nurse, learning specialist(s), and administration as necessary regarding upper school student concerns and interventions.
• Refers students and families to external programs, specialists, and resources as needed.
• With the Learning Specialists, participate in and help facilitate educational intervention plans.
• Collaborates in developing resources to share in the school’s weekly communication with parents.
• Serves as an upper school advisor. 
• Serves as a member of the Student Support Team.
• Embraces and promotes a culture of ongoing professional growth.

• Master’s Degree in Counseling
• Certification as a School Counselor
• Three to five years of experience in a school setting

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• High degree of emotional intelligence and cultural humility
• Unwavering professionalism

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a private Catholic all-girls school in Villanova, PA, is seeking an Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach for the 2025 Fall season. Our coaches are actively engaged in the Notre Dame community and embrace the mission and values of St. Julie Billiart and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. Our coaches are 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 their sport. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community and well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

KEY ELEMENTS:

• Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing their respected program.
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual development.
• Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season.
• Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Work directly with the school athletic trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

Applicants for this position must have previous High/Upper School and/or Middle School coaching experience. The applicants must possess a positive coaching philosophy, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Sheila Pauley, Director of Athletics, at spauley@ndapa.org. 

• Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing their respected program.
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual development.
• Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season.
• Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Work directly with the school athletic trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

• Organization, implementation, and execution of in-season and off-season practices and small group workouts.  Positively motivate players to achieve maximum levels of performance.
• Organize and execute a Middle School fall tournament.
• Scouting of opponents; live scouting; game strategies; breakdown of film if applicable.
• Breakdown of Notre Dame game film. 
• Stat collection, record keeping during/after games.
• Organization, implementation, and execution of summer camp(s).
• Participate in all required school and league meetings, special events, team gatherings
• Assist with administrative responsibilities, such as uniform distribution, attendance, equipment, etc.
• Willingness to create and assist with service-oriented projects with the team(s).
• Positive energy and positive, direct communication in support of the Academy of Notre Dame and all constituents.  Demonstrate highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to academic, moral, ethical, character development and support of student-athletes.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.