Employment

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur is seeking a Director of Development for Major Gifts.  This frontline gift officer will actively manage the engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of a dynamic portfolio of 125-150 major gift donors and prospects in support of the Academy’s annual priories, capital projects, and endowment. The position will also have a leadership role in the planning and execution of the Academy’s upcoming campaign. 

Key Skills and Experiences:

• 3-5 years of frontline annual and/or major gift fundraising experiences with a demonstrable record of meeting performance metrics including (but not limited to) closing 6+ figure gifts and conducting 120+ individual donor meetings annually.  
• Ability to think creatively and strategically in developing and executing prospect and campaign strategies. 
• Poise and ability to cultivate and advance relationships with high-capacity prospects leading to successfully closing philanthropic gifts though a donor-centric approach.
• Polished and persuasive written and verbal communication skills and the ability to express the institution’s mission and priorities with passion and clarity.
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and responsibilities; candidate must be self-starter, well-organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member. 
• Prior campaign experience a plus
• Familiarity with Veracross, or similar CRM, is helpful.
• Willingness to travel regionally and occasionally nationally.

About the Academy of Notre Dame de Namur:

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur is the premier independent, college-preparatory, Catholic school for girls and young women in grades 6 through 12. Located on 39 acres in Villanova, Pa, Notre Dame has been educating, empowering, and inspiring students to become compassionate leaders since 1856. At Notre Dame, students explore their interests and express their opinions within an atmosphere of encouragement, and they thrive in a rich learning environment where academic excellence flourishes. Notre Dame alumnae share a deep bond as women of integrity, setting the standard for social responsibility as they lead and serve the world with honor and confidence. 

Enriched by the hallmarks of its founders, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, the Academy became an independent school in 2006. It retains its Catholic identity and values while celebrating the rich diversity of its student body and staff.

In 2020, the Academy successfully completed the $30M Our Time to Inspire comprehensive campaign that funded best-in-class athletic fields, the state-of-the-art Riley Center for STEM Education, and renovations to the iconic Mansion, which is the centerpiece of the campus. Notre Dame is beginning the planning phase for its next campaign, and this position is poised to be a leader in this effort.  

Interested candidates should submit a current resume, cover letter, and digital portfolio of work to Mrs. Peggy Kacergis, Director of Institutional Advancement, at pkacergis@ndapa.org. 

Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, located in Villanova PA is recruiting for a General Maintenance Technician for this twelve month position. This position will join the Operations team to perform day to day maintenance of the schools property.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs, i.e., installation of wall switches and receptacles, re-washering of faucets and installation of waste traps.

• Performs inspections of HVAC equipment, i.e., changing of filters, replacing belts and greasing bearings.

• Performs structural maintenance activities i.e., painting school exteriors and minor roof repairs.

• Performs grounds maintenance, such as cutting grass with the use of gas powered weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, and gas powered edgers.

• Assists in the removal of snow and ice from parking areas, and pedestrian walkways, with the use of gas powered snow blowers, shovels, and ice melt products.

• Maintains and organizes mechanical rooms, garage and maintenance office.

• Responds to and takes appropriate actions in the event of emergency or critical incidents to resolve, confine or prevent potentially injurious or hazardous conditions.

• Performs regular preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment used; makes repairs within the scope of abilities.

• Performs other tasks as assigned.

• Physical Requirements and Work Environment Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials weighing 20 to 50 pounds; may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials weighing up to 100 pounds.Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, disease, pathogenic substances and toxic/poisonous agents.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Previously related experience

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Ability to operate maintenance, grounds and custodial equipment.Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written (work orders) or oral form. Ability to ascertain which people may need immediate assistance and to act accordingly.Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment.OTHER:Some duties may require after hours and weekend work, i.e., snow removal, floods, etc. 

Please send resume to Director of Operations David Teasdale at dteasdale@ndapa.org. 

The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a private catholic all girls school in Villanova, Pennsylvania is seeking the following coaching positions: Upper School Track and Field - Assistant 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. 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:

1. Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur.
2. Assist in planning, organizing, and directing their respected program.
3. Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.
4. Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.
5. Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the program; inform Athletic Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.
6. Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.
7. Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all levels.
8. Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
9. Work directly with the school athletic trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.
10. 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 School and/or Middle school coaching experience. The applicants must possess a positive coaching philosophy, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Ben Davey, Athletic Director. 

Job Description

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

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.

The Head Lacrosse Coach reports to the Athletic Director. 

Key Elements

1. Follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of The Academy of Notre Dame.

2. Plan, organize, and direct the The Academy of Notre Dame’s Lacrosse  program.

3. Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team

development.

4. Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.

5. Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the lacrosse program; inform Athletic

Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.

6. Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs including

scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.

7. Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all levels. 

8. Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

9. Work directly with school athletic trainer in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and

procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries. 

10. 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. 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