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St. Mary's is seeking a Summer at St. Mary's Camp Counselor beginning in May. Scheduled camp weeks run from May 26 through August 14 with no camp from June 29 to July 3. 

Duties:

• Oversee assigned summer camp group. (ages 3 - 7th grade)

• Follow and apply the age appropriate schedule given by Administration.

• Facilitate all age appropriate themed activities given by Administration (ex: crafts, cooking, science, recreation)

• Follow all opening and closing duties listed on the Opening/Closing official documents.

• Responsible for fulfilling all shifts as assigned as well as communicating in a timely manner with Administration if a shift has to be changed. 

• Follow all St. Mary’s Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines as written in the Summer Manual/Student Handbooks.

• Complete all training and attend all staff meetings administered by Administration.

• Keep in communication with Admin/report any necessary info daily.

• Interact with students and promote a positive learning and playing environment.

• Supervise and create a safe camp, playground, and swim environment. 

• Bring enthusiasm and a positive attitude daily. 

• Be a role model for the campers. 

Hours: Varies depending on availability and registrations
Rate of Pay: Varies depending on experience and education
Days: Monday through Friday 

Please send resume to Rachael Scarbrough, Auxiliary Programs Manager.

Mission

The mission of St. Mary's Episcopal School is to provide a superior educational experience for girls which will encourage and enable each student to reach her individual potential.

The ideal candidate will:

• Oversee assigned After3 group (ages 2 - 5th Grade)
• Assist girls with homework and/or reading
• Follow and apply age appropriate schedules given by Administration
• Follow all opening and closing duties as listed on opening/closing official documents
• Complete all required training and attend all staff meetings administered by Auxiliary
• Programs office.
• Keep in communication with Auxiliary Programs office and report any necessary information daily
• Interact with students and promote a positive learning and playing environment
• Supervise and create a safe playground environment
• Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications:

• Have a high school diploma
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Prior experience working with children is a plus, but not required

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, an After3 Counselor is:

• Required to be able to speak clearly and hear normally
• Be able to crawl, stoop, and climb as needed
• Consistently able to lift children up to 50 lbs from the floor to waist height and carry a child up to 50 lbs for up to 100 feet.

The School

St. Mary's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee, is an independent college-preparatory school for girls two-years-old through grade 12. St. Mary's equips each girl to be collaborative, creative, and courageous so that she will seize the opportunities in the changing world and thrive in her generation. St. Mary's is committed to academic excellence, offering a classic liberal arts curriculum in conjunction with strong science and math programs. Students also enjoy a thriving performing and fine arts program, work with the latest technology, and participate in a multitude of extracurricular activities and community service.  St. Mary's is an independent Episcopal School; although not governed by the Church of the Holy Communion or the Diocese of West Tennessee, we benefit from a close partnership. As a school located in the heart of Memphis, we value our differences as much as our similarities.  We honor the individual that lives inside each girl and help her learn how to recognize and develop her own unique abilities.

Download an application here.

You may send your complete application digitally to Rachael Scarbrough at rscarbrough@stmarysschool.org

Employment at St. Mary's Episcopal School is contingent upon successful completion of a background, fingerprint, and reference check. St. Mary's does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnic or national origin in admission or in any other activities or programs of the School.

St. Mary's Episcopal School is seeking an Early Childhood teacher to start in August 2020.  We are looking for candidates with early childhood classroom experience who model confidence and creativity in their instruction.  Candidates must be ready to collaborate with a partner classroom teacher and grade level team in all aspects of the program and are responsible for helping children develop social skills, school readiness skills, and monitoring a range of daily activities. You will be flexible and creative while maintaining structure and following a daily schedule. 

Mission
The mission of St. Mary's Episcopal School is to provide a superior educational experience for girls which will encourage and enable each student to reach her individual potential.

The ideal candidate will:

• Work with children one-on-one and in groups, supervising activities, keeping students on task
• Use differentiated instruction to meet students' varying needs and interests
• Implement curriculum targeting areas related to child development such as cognitive, language, motor, attention, school readiness, early literacy, math concepts.
• Serve as a role model for children in the areas of attitude, speech, and actions on a daily basis.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Take responsibility for teaching extended day (afternoon) classes, including planning for activities, monitoring lunch and naps, communicating with parents, and overseeing students' dismissal.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or master's degree in early childhood education or a related field
• Must be committed to the principles of the Episcopal Identity of the school while serving in a diverse community
• Excellent judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Should be enthusiastic about girls' education 
• Demonstrate knowledge of project-based learning and/or Reggio Emilia method and principles.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position, an early childhood teacher is:

• required to be able to speak clearly and hear normally
• be able to crawl, stoop, and climb as needed for play, demonstration, or instruction.
• consistently able to lift children up to 50 lbs from the floor to waist height and carry a child up to 50 lbs for up to 100 feet.
• consistently able to observe and respond to children's needs, emergencies, and/or conflicts that might occur in the classroom, on the playground, and/or in common areas.

The School
St. Mary's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee, is an independent college-preparatory school for girls two-years-old through grade 12. St. Mary's equips each girl to be collaborative, creative, and courageous so that she will seize the opportunities in the changing world and thrive in her generation. St. Mary's is committed to academic excellence, offering a classic liberal arts curriculum in conjunction with strong science and math programs. Students also enjoy a thriving performing and fine arts program, work with the latest technology, and participate in a multitude of extracurricular activities and community service.   Founded in 1847, we now employ 217 faculty and staff who serve 830 girls from 36 zip codes with a 29% ethnic and racial diversity. 

St. Mary's is a destination school for educators, where members of our faculty and staff work in close collaboration with one another in a highly collegial atmosphere. As a community, we embrace professional development and use it as a tool to support a vibrant growth mindset. St. Mary's offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health insurance, a matching 403(b) plan, tuition remission, and more.      

Download and complete an application linked below.

You may send your complete application digitally to Tracey Black or by mail to the following address:
Dr. Laura Leathers
Assistant Head of School
c/o Tracey Black
St. Mary's Episcopal School
60 Perkins Extended
Memphis, TN 38117

St. Mary’s Episcopal School is looking for a part-time French teacher starting in August 2020.  This teacher will work within a collaborative faculty to plan and implement the curriculum while supporting the daily life of our students. 

Mission
The mission of St. Mary’s Episcopal School is to provide a superior educational experience for girls which will encourage and enable each student to reach her individual potential.

The successful candidate will possess both skills and experience to: 

• Effectively and enthusiastically teach French at the upper school level
• Assist with the French Club and its activities
• Integrate technology that provides differentiated learning experiences 
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that supports student learning
• Be an integral part of the broader life of the school

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in French or a related field
• Knowledge and experience with the Comprehensible Input (CI) method preferred
• Demonstrated teaching skills and experience at the upper school level preferred
• Must be committed to the principles of the Episcopal Identity of the school while serving in a diverse community
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Excellent judgment and analytical and problem-solving skills
• Should be enthusiastic about girls’ education, creative, motivated, collaborative, and able to work with multiple constituencies  

Physical Demands
While performing the above duties, you will be expected to:

• Sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and interact with campus visitors as well as others in person and on the telephone

The School
St. Mary's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee is an independent college-preparatory school for girls two-years-old through grade 12. St. Mary's equips each girl to be collaborative, creative, and courageous so that she will seize the opportunities in the changing world and thrive in her generation. St. Mary's is committed to academic excellence, offering a classic liberal arts curriculum in conjunction with strong science and math programs. Students also enjoy a thriving performing and fine arts program, work with the latest technology, and participate in a multitude of extracurricular activities and community opportunities. Founded in 1847, the School now employs 217 faculty and staff members who serve 830 girls from 36 zip codes with a 29% ethnic and racial diversity. 

St. Mary's is a destination school for educators, where members of our faculty and staff work in close collaboration with one another in a highly collegial atmosphere. As a community, we embrace professional development and use it as a tool to support a vibrant growth mindset. St. Mary's offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health insurance, a matching 403(b) plan, tuition remission, and more.

Download and complete an application linked below.

You may send your application digitally to Tracey Black or by mail to the following address:
Dr. Laura Leathers
Assistant Head of School
St. Mary’s Episcopal School 
℅ Tracey Black 
60 Perkins Extended 
Memphis, TN 38117

St. Mary's Episcopal School is seeking a part-time Upper School Learning Support Specialist to start in August 2020.  This position reports to the Director of Learning Support and the Head of Upper School.

Mission
The mission of St. Mary's Episcopal School is to provide a superior educational experience for girls which will encourage and enable each student to reach her individual potential.

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate learning support for upper school students.
• Working directly with students to help support classroom learning which may include improving study skills and strategies, note-taking, organization, time management, math, and writing skills. 
• Interpret and plan interventions from assessment data.
• Determine appropriate student accommodations based on data and teacher input.
• Support the faculty with best practices for the curriculum and its delivery.
• Recommend professional development for upper school faculty and staff that will enhance student learning and support curricular initiatives.
• Be adept at working with students in large and small groups or one-on-one to assist in the differentiation of instruction and meeting the needs of each child.
• Work with the learning support team to create smooth transitions between middle and upper school.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Demonstrated teaching skills and experience, preferably as a learning support teacher
• Knowledge of achievement tests, psycho-educational assessments, and speech and language assessments
• Experience writing intervention plans, such as IEPs
• Familiarity with procedures and accommodations for standardized testing preferred
• Experience with technology and its use in learning support
• Commitment to the principles of the Episcopal Identity of the school and to serving in a diverse community

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active; it requires standing and walking, including stairs. 

The School
St. Mary's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee is an independent college-preparatory school for girls two-years-old through grade 12. St. Mary's equips each girl to be collaborative, creative, and courageous so that she will seize the opportunities in the changing world and thrive in her generation. St. Mary's is committed to academic excellence, offering a classic liberal arts curriculum in conjunction with strong science and math programs. Students also enjoy a thriving performing and fine arts program, work with the latest technology, and participate in a multitude of extracurricular activities and community opportunities. Founded in 1847, the school now employs 217 faculty and staff members who serve 830 girls from 36 zip codes with a 29% ethnic and racial diversity. 

St. Mary's is a destination school for educators, where members of our faculty and staff work in close collaboration with one another in a highly collegial atmosphere. As a community, we embrace professional development and use it as a tool to support a vibrant growth mindset. St. Mary's offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health insurance, a matching 403(b) plan, tuition remission, and more.

Download and complete an application linked below.

You may send your application digitally to Tracey Black or by mail to the following address:

Dr. Laura Leathers
Assistant Head of School
St. Mary’s Episcopal School 
℅ Tracey Black 
60 Perkins Extended 
Memphis, TN 38117