Employment

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur seeks a creative and experienced Director of Alumnae Engagement to lead the School's alumnae programming. Founded in 1856 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, the school is the only all-girls’ independent Catholic academy on the Main Line outside Philadelphia, dedicated to teaching young women “what they need to know for life” in preparation for responsible living in a global society. 

The Director of Alumnae Engagement leads a dynamic engagement program that establishes and fosters lifelong relationships between and amongst more than 4,000 alumnae and the Academy. The Director works collaboratively to develop and implement a comprehensive program that strengthens loyalty, nurtures a sense of community amongst alumnae, provides meaningful opportunities for engagement through programming, volunteering and special events, and inspires increasing levels of participation and investment in the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop and execute comprehensive alumnae engagement strategy and continually explore ways to improve its effectiveness to increase engagement with the Academy. 
• Plan and execute a yearly calendar of alumnae programs and events both regionally and on-campus.
• Develop and manage an alumnae communications plan, including newsletters, social media, and other outreach efforts.
• Provides effective leadership to, guidance of and support for the Alumnae Association Executive Committee and ensures that the goals are aligned with the Academy’s mission and priorities.
• Plan and execute Reunion Weekend. This includes marketing, logistics, program development and working with reunion volunteers to maximize participation.
• In partnership with Advancement colleagues, work with assigned reunion class(es)to meet reunion giving goals.
• Utilize data to determine the best use of resources for alumnae engagement and develop plans for the program.
• Manage the alumnae engagement budget and resources effectively, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of funds.
• In collaboration with Marketing & Communications oversee the class notes section of the bi-annual magazine 
• In conjunction with Academy colleagues, oversee Alumnae Recognition programs.
• Help maintain a current and accurate alumnae database, updating information regarding address changes, business information, education, marriages, births, deaths, etc. 
• Support Advancement events in the evenings and weekends, as needed. 
• Perform other tasks as assigned

EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree required.

EXPERIENCE:
Three to five years experience with alumnae, development, event planning or volunteer management experience, preferably within an educational or non-profit setting.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Proven track record of meaningfully alumnae engagement activity
• Proven track record of successfully managing volunteers to achieve the desired goal
• Experience developing and managing alumnae councils
• Superior organizational and communication skills.
• Dynamic and positive mindset.
• Strong proficiency in the technology, database programs, and both Office suite and Google suite of programs.
• Self-starter, excellent problem solver, strategic thinker
• Team player with ability to work independently. 

OTHER:
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Daily. 
Position requires some travel and a commitment to working evenings and weekends as necessary.
A once daily check of email is expected on weekends and holiday breaks.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Trish Kyle at tkyle@ndapa.org.

The Director of Inclusive Programs and Belonging oversees strategies and initiatives to foster an environment where each individual at the Academy of Notre Dame is seen, valued, and heard. Through effective communication, decision-making, and interactions with the community, the Director will promote belonging in all aspects of the Academy. The Director will collaborate with all Notre Dame constituencies (students, faculty, staff, families, trustees, and alumnae) to develop and ensure the implementation of plans and practices that support diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The Director works collaboratively with the Leadership Team, Education Council, Student Support, and other school committees to direct resources to DEIB efforts, including professional development, curricular and co-curricular programming, student experience, parent and alumnae engagement, student and faculty recruitment and retention, and other programs such as ND Cares, Campus Ministry, and Global Leadership. The Director reports to the Head of School and is a member of the Leadership Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the school’s primary thought leader, strategic partner, and bridge builder around all areas of equity and community.
• Be an active, visible, and engaged presence within the overall life of the school by supporting an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates our students, faculty, staff, families, and alumnae.
• Develop and maintain productive, constructive and cooperative relationships with all constituencies by demonstrating a deep concern and compassion for all people.
• Develop and facilitate awareness and skills to promote a culture of belonging and cross cultural competencies for all Notre Dame constituencies
  • Organize and plan DEIB professional development for faculty, staff, and trustees.
  • Provide support, training, and supervision to the affinity group advisors and to other diversity related club advisors.
  • Work with faculty to develop and implement anti-bias and anti-racist practices in the classroom and throughout the school while developing cultural competencies.
  • Serve as a resource and partner to Student Support in supporting and retaining BIPOC students at Notre Dame.
  • Organize, lead, and support the DEIB Parent Committee, a group of administrators and parents focused on programs for BIPOC parents.
  • Partner with the Division Directors and Director of Finance to review and revise policies and practices that support the recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention of a diverse faculty and staff.
  • Serve as the leadership team liaison to the Mission Committee of the Board of Trustees.
  • Partner with the Alumni Office to develop our BIPOC alumnae network.
• Enhance the coordination of current cultural, religious, and educational programs to increase awareness of and commitment to DEIB for all Notre Dame constituencies.
  • Develop and implement programs in coordination with academic, religious, and co-curricular leaders on community-wide DEIB initiatives. 
  • Collaborate with Education Council to assess curricular and co-curricular programming through the lens of DEIB and to support inclusive programming.
  • Embrace the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Learning Hallmarks and Catholic Social Teaching guidelines.
• Lead and manage the DEIB department and stakeholders.
  • Supervise and support the goals and objectives for a part-time department member.
  • Actively participate in local, regional, and national organizations and conferences related to equity and inclusion, including SDLC/POCC.
  • Manage DEIB budget for all Notre Dame constituencies and community-wide programs.
• Collaborate with Admissions in expanding the pool of prospective BIPOC students by developing relationships with feeder schools to diversify the Notre Dame student body.
• Collaborate and coordinate with Marketing and Communications on promoting and encouraging participation in and support of the DEIB initiatives.

Qualifications:

The ideal leader will be an accomplished strategist, convener, and community builder with a documented history of success in leading organizational initiatives on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as a track record of successful collaborations with students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumnae.

• A Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required such as DEI practitioner certification or active pursuit of certification as well as ongoing professional development; Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven success in working collaboratively with others.
• High degree of cultural humility and dedication to faith-based girls’ education.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strategic thinker and empathetic problem solver.
• Open-minded and able to meet people where they are in their DEI journey.
• Experience in conflict resolution and ability to manage discomfort and tension that may arise when addressing racial, socio-economic and other disparities.

IndySchool Consultancy has been retained to lead this search for the school.  For more information or to apply, please contact Tim Viands, President, at tim@indyschoolconsultancy.com

• Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of the Academy of Notre Dame.
• Plan, organize, and direct Notre Dame’s soccer program.
• Nurture and generate excitement with potential Middle School soccer players.
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.
• Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.
• Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the soccer program; inform Athletic Department and participants of final team and captain selections; and maintain the integrity of the selection process.
• Consult with the Director of Athletics regarding any off-season training programs, including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform distribution, and pre/post tryout informational parent meetings.
• Schedule and plan informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all levels.
• 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 following procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing teams, fans, parents, officials, spectators, and community.

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, an independent Catholic school for girls located in Villanova, Pennsylvania, is seeking a head varsity softball coach. 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.

The role of the head varsity softball 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 and an appreciation for sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork in softball.

This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and community members, as well as follow the mission of the school. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements. The head softball coach reports to the Athletic Director. 

Key Elements

• Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of the Academy of Notre Dame.
• Plan, organize, and direct Notre Dame’s softball program.
• Nurture and generate excitement with potential Middle School softball players. 
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.
• Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.
• Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the softball program; inform Athletic
• Department and participants of final team and captain selections; and maintain the integrity of the selection process.
• Consult with the Director of Athletics regarding any off-season training programs, including
• scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, and pre/post tryout informational parent meetings.
• Schedule and plan informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all levels. 
• Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Work directly with school athletic trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions, and following procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries. 
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing teams, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

Job Requirements

Applicants for this position must have previous high school or college coaching experience. Travel/tournament softball coaching experience is also a plus. The applicants must possess a positive coaching philosophy and excellent communication and organizational skills. Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Sheila Pauley, Director of Athletics, at spauley@ndapa.org. 

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur is searching for an Assistant Crew Coach (part-time) for our upcoming spring 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 our 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 coaching role requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community, as well as follow the mission of the Academy. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

Summary:

The Assistant Coach, under the direction of the Head Rowing Coach, assists with most day-to-day aspects of our programs, regattas, equipment, and facilities.

Spring Upper School Teams

• practice 5 days per week
• compete in approximately 7 regattas each season

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with practices and regattas
• Under the direction of the Head Coach, will assist and/or lead on-water practices. Includes: Following training plans, assuring equipment is available and operational, and providing direct coaching and technical feedback both on and off the water with a shared emphasis on individual and overall boat improvement.
• Assist with boat usage & transport, communicating with other coaches.
• Manage the action at regattas. Includes: Supervising team and equipment at regatta site. 
• Keeping team members and other coaches informed of schedule and responsibilities.
• Assist with the supervision of the loading/unloading of equipment.

Facilities & Equipment

• Engage in collaborative communication and assist with the planning of duties/responsibilities with other assistant coaches.
• Foster a healthy team environment that inspires teamwork, respect, commitment, and a love of rowing.
• Be a role model that embodies the goals and values of our team, and provides positive leadership.
• Be available to rowers, and parents, to answer questions and provide guidance, expertise, and feedback in a professional, timely manner under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Ensure all applicable Policies, Safety Rules, and the Code of Conduct are followed by all team members.

Experience & Education

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Candidates must satisfactorily complete all background checks.
• Prior collegiate or high school coaching experience is required.
• Any licenses associated with water sports (i.e., Red Cross or YMCA lifesaving, small craft handling, water safety) are preferred. Level II or III US Rowing Coaching Certification is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Experience and ability to teach both sculling, sweep rowing, and coxswain skills
• Solid understanding of US Rowing and PSRA Scholastic Rowing rules
• Thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance, rigging adjustments, and trailer loading
• Ability to recognize repairs required to equipment and knowledge of where to get those repairs performed is essential; ideally, the candidate would be able to personally perform minor repairs.
• Ability to develop rowing technique and athletic conditioning in athletes of varying ages, experience, and skills
• Experience developing and executing endurance and strength training programs and experience with general training principles, nutrition, and exercise physiology
• Motorboat operation skills sufficient to operate in close quarters with fragile rowing shells, transfer rowers between launch and rowing shell, and execute rescue maneuvers if necessary
• Ideally comfortable driving a truck with a boat trailer to regattas

Soft Skills

• Excellent leadership and teaching skills 
• Must have a passion for the sport and a desire to pass that on to others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with athletes, parents, other coaches, officials, and club volunteers
• Ability to communicate effectively – orally, telephonically, in person, and in writing (including e-mail), and to represent the club in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Weekend travel to local, state, and regional regattas is required.
• Work is primarily outdoors, frequently in wet, cold, slippery conditions. Must be able to bend, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment. Must be able to frequently lift and carry heavy equipment and supplies weighing 40 pounds or more.
• Adequate hearing is needed to communicate effectively in person and by phone, while exposed to noise from outboard motors.
• Good spatial skills and fast reaction time, to predict movements of people and equipment on and off water, and prevent accidents

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