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About St. Anne’s School of Annapolis

St. Anne’s School is a two-year-old through Eighth Grade, co-educational, private Episcopal school located in scenic Annapolis, Maryland. Annapolis is a lively, historic seaport city within close proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. Our school is distinguished as a leader in progressive, inquiry-based academic education, rooted in an intentional social-emotional learning program. Our program typically draws energetic and flexible lifelong learners who are reflective about their teaching practices and find great value in collaborating and growing as teachers, mentors, and leaders. We are celebrated for our dynamic sense of community, our ability to be responsive and nimble as education itself transforms in this century, and for our commitment to cutting-edge practices in teaching and learning.

 

Approach and Methodologies

The strength of the School’s challenging academic program is based in our intentional social-emotional learning program, recognizing as central to our work key understandings about child development and brain development. We employ the tenets of the Responsive Classroom and Developmental Designs holistically. Our core curricular approach is based on central-subject studies, the project approach and Reggio-inspired approach to learning, a balanced literacy/humanities workshop approach, robust foreign language instruction, and a rigorous, conceptual mathematics program. We are committed to vibrant arts, lab based science and engineering, thoughtful use of technology, and the relevance of mindful physical, nature-based, and outdoor education. We enjoy a strong commitment to service learning. As an Episcopal school, we promote and explore inclusive perspectives and embrace a commitment to anti-bias curriculum and diversity education in our teaching and learning practices.

Current Openings

To apply for any of the open positions below, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to Leslie Edinberg at [email protected].

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or national origin in admissions, employment or educational policies. We value diversity and embrace the fundamental Episcopal belief in the dignity of each human being. We are committed to helping our school community understand and appreciate human differences and similarities.

head of lower school

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis seeks a creative visionary with a passion for elementary experiential education, a skill of inspiring extraordinary educators, and excellent organization and communication skills alongside a passion for leading independent schools as the School’s next Head of Lower School.

The Head of Lower School is responsible for ensuring the thoughtful implementation of the School’s mission across program levels, with faculty, among students and families, and in the leadership setting. The Head of Lower School must understand and have a firm commitment to the mission of St. Anne’s School as an independent, Episcopal day school serving a diverse student and family population. The Head of Lower School must also understand and enact diversity, equity, and inclusion as foundational to the operation of the school and wellbeing of all constituents.

Responsibilities

Administrative Leadership: Support and ensure success of the school strategic initiatives by participating as a key educational and institutional leader. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Develop, analyze, evaluate, synthesize and innovate in all areas of program, with teaching faculty, and in support of all non-instructional departments
  • Collaborate with the Management Team, including the Director of Admission, Director of Development, Director of Communication, Chief Operating Officer and Operations, and Heads of PYC and Middle School to achieve strategic and operational goals of the school
  • Meet regularly with the Head of School and Program Team to streamline strategic and operational initiatives and duties pertaining to faculty and in all matters relating to students’ academic and developmental progress
  • Commitment to leadership as a team-based endeavor and the collegial, frank, and civil communication and collaboration that team processes entail
  • Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
  • Patience
  • Excellent communications skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to manage, evaluate, and motivate staff
  • Ability to innovate
  • Ability to work with diverse constituencies fairly, respectfully, consistently, and with integrity
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards and at times confidentiality
  • Excellent organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities
  • Overtly supports the School’s chosen curricular materials

Faculty: Ensure that St. Anne’s School of Annapolis attracts, retains, guides, and supports extraordinary faculty. Encourage and supports faculty in their pursuit of excellence in education while fostering their individual passions and talents. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

  • Serve as a vital communication link between and among Lower School faculty and administration
  • Work with the Head of School, Associate Head of School for Innovation and Learning, and Head of PYC/Middle School to hire and retain staff
  • Collaborate with, support, and oversee program level teacher-leaders to ensure delivery of educational program consistent with the school mission
  • Conduct formative and summative observations of lead classroom teachers and other links teachers serving Lower School and provide feedback based on observations; provide targeted coaching and/or resources to teaching staff members, both lead and assistant
  • In collaboration with the Associate Head of School for Innovation and Learning maintain and revise the evaluation and professional growth frameworks used at the school
  • With Head of PYC/Middle School, establish agenda for school-wide staff meetings; with team leaders, establish agenda for program level meetings
  • Work in partnership with the Associate Head of School for Innovation and Learning and the Head of PYC/Middle School to design school-wide and program level professional development initiatives
  • Coordinate new teacher training/onboarding and mentorship and guest teacher training

Curriculum: Ensure that the St. Anne’s School of Annapolis’ curriculum and innovative educational program is cohesive, consistent, supportive, and reflective of the school’s mission and strategic plan. Duties required to sustain and further the school’s leading- edge curriculum include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversee curriculum to ensure that the highest AIMS accreditation standards and national benchmarks are met; oversight includes all aspects of development, consistent implementation, and evaluation for academic programs and assessments, social/emotional curriculum, co-curricular programs and athletics
  • Research, investigate, maintain, and share knowledge of current initiatives, best practices, and curriculum models to ensure leading-edge, mission-aligned curriculum is employed at the school
  • Support schedule design of a progressive educational program, working in concert with the Head of PYC and Head of Middle School
  • Develop duties schedule and programmatic events schedules in collaboration with relevant departments
  • Initiate and lead the process for peer and leader review and revision of progress reports, newsletters, and communications
  • Develop, support, attend, and advise events that highlight curriculum

Students and Families: Ensure St. Anne’s School’s initiative of providing an innovative program and a welcoming community, serving as administrative liaison between faculty and parents in matters relating to students’ academic and developmental progress. Duties and responsibilities also include but are not limited to the following:

  • Develop, evaluate and refine systems for collecting and reporting information between and among faculty and families
  • Collaborate with School Counselors and Learning Specialists to support student needs
  • Support parent liaison meetings and participate in Parent Association meetings
  • Design, schedule, and/or lead events for Lower School

Qualifying Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred.
  • Relevant leadership and management experience in an independent school setting

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis invests in the intellectual and spiritual promise of each student in a community that celebrates diversity and upholds the dignity of every human being. We challenge students to think critically and creatively, to know themselves as learners, and to govern their lives with confidence, compassion, and integrity. St. Anne’s School draws from its Episcopal tradition as an independent, co-educational day school, serving students in Twos through 8th Grade.

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or national origin in admissions, employment or educational policies. We value diversity and embrace the fundamental Episcopal belief in the dignity of each human being. We are committed to helping our school community understand and appreciate human differences and similarities.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, résumé, statement of educational leadership and a list of three or more references (including contact phone numbers and email addresses) to Leslie Edinberg at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until March 1, 2024. Anticipated start date for this position is June 24, 2024.

operations manager

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis invests in the intellectual and spiritual promise of each student in a community that celebrates diversity and upholds the dignity of every human being. We challenge students to think critically and creatively, to know themselves as learners, and to govern their lives with confidence, compassion, and integrity.  St. Anne’s School draws from its Episcopal tradition as an independent, co-educational school, serving students in Twos through 8th Grade.

 

St. Anne’s School seeks a dedicated professional who can serve as the Operations Manager.

 

Start Date: Immediately (posted Jan. 2024)

Employment Term: Full-Time, 12-month position

 

Operations Manager Position Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for the oversight of the building operations, safety, space use and communications. He/She reports to the Chief Financial Officer/Operations. He/She collaborates with the custodial company and all subcontractors and grounds crew hired to work the site. Other responsibilities are as follows:

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the daily operations of the school and any activities that pertain to building usage
  • Coordinate the schedule and set-up of events being held at school
  • Point person for all security and building systems programs
  • Create and oversee the maintenance and cleaning programs that keep the school’s appearance in exemplary condition.
  • Develop, with the Program Directors, and manage an on-going equipment replacement program
  • Work with appropriate administrators to maintain safety guidelines for the building and grounds
  • Develop, maintain and report all required environmental, health and maintenance standards as required by law and work with administration to ensure compliance with all regional, state and federal regulations and laws as they impact the school
  • In collaboration with the Program Directors, plan, implement and review the monthly fire/emergency drills.
  • Ensure the cleaning crew maintains a healthy school environment.
  • Make sure the building is ready to open each day and is properly secured in the evenings
  • Act as the first responder to alarm notifications
  • Oversee the maintenance contracts for HVAC, elevator, phones, and security system
  • Develop the summer facilities schedule, working with Administration and faculty, setting the schedule for summer repairs, cleaning and renovations
  • Liaison with the grounds crew for mowing, seeding and all outside work
  • Work as a liaison between staff maintenance requests and their completion
  • Oversee holiday schedule for building repair and clean-up
  • Review building and grounds budget, monthly
  • Order furnishings and other major capital expenditures, work directly with the vendors to make sure quality products are obtained in a timely fashion
  • Arrange bids for all exterior and interior contractual work and projects
  • Oversee and coordinate the work of all outside contractors, landscapers, snow removal, cleaning and repairs to ensure compliance with contractual agreements
  • Assist with front office to handle acceptance, storage and dissemination of large deliveries
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CFOO.
  • Support the school, its mission, and its leadership.

 

Required Skills:

  • Proficient in security and building control systems
  • Experienced in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Familiarity with Google Docs and Sheets
  • Demonstrates keen attention to detail and strong collaboration with others
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills

 

Candidate Qualities:

  • 3 years of prior experience in the building operations field
  • Demonstrates dedication and excellence in navigating a fast-paced work environment
  • Exhibits strong teamwork skills with a joyful and positive demeanor
  • Capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with students, faculty, administrators, parents, guardians, alumni, and guests
  • Embraces and actively upholds the core values of the School
health coordinator

Title:  Health Coordinator

Reports to:  Chief Financial Officer and Operations

Classification:  Exempt

Objective:  To support student success by providing health care through assessment and intervention for students.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assess student health complaints and administer medications.
  • Provide direct care to students for injuries, acute illness, and long-term management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, etc.
  • Collaborate with parents/guardians and students’ healthcare providers to ensure emergency healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions are in place and communicated to the appropriate individuals such as the student’s teachers, coaches, trip leaders, etc.
  • Maintain and ensure confidential communication and documentation of student health information and clinical records.
  • Provide screenings and referrals for health conditions.
  • Promote a healthy school environment by monitoring immunizations, ensuring appropriate isolation for students with infectious illnesses, reporting communicable diseases as required by law, and communicating infectious illnesses to the community.
  • Serve as a resource to faculty and administrators on health education topics such as nutrition, exercise, tobacco prevention and cessation, oral health, infectious diseases, substance use and abuse, and immunizations.
  • Collaborate with the CFO and Program Directors in the development and evaluation of school health policies.
  • Serve as a liaison between the school, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers to address student health care needs.
  • Stay current on trends and best practices in student health and nursing.
  • Take an active role in professional activities and attend relevant professional meetings and conferences.

 

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional school environment. Physical demands include prolonged periods of sitting and standing, reaching, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a 10-month, full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday with holidays and breaks following the School calendar.

 

Qualifications:

  • MAT certification.
  • CPR/AED certification required.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to carry out duties and responsibilities confidentially and in an accurate and timely manner with a high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ownership, and minimal direction.
  • Represent the School in the larger community in a positive manner that reflects that values of the School.
  • Ability to interface and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, administrators, parents/guardians, alumni, and guests.
  • Professional written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis invests in the intellectual and spiritual promise of each student in a community that celebrates diversity and upholds the dignity of every human being. We challenge students to think critically and creatively, to know themselves as learners, and to govern their lives with confidence, compassion, and integrity.

St. Anne’s School draws from its Episcopal tradition as an independent, co-educational day school, serving students in Twos through Eighth Grade.

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or national origin in admissions, employment or educational policies. We value diversity and embrace the fundamental Episcopal belief in the dignity of each human being. We are committed to helping our school community understand and appreciate human differences and similarities.

extended care (before & after care) staff for young children

Extended Care Staff (Young Children) Position Description

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis is hiring an Extended Day Staff member who will supervise, instruct, and guide young children (ages two through five) in a warm and nurturing environment before and/or after their regular school day.  With the support of the Director, this teacher will establish a safe and caring classroom community in which each child’s strengths, opinions, actions, and thoughts are valued. The Extended Day Staff member will promote the School’s mission and conduct him/herself in a professional manner in all interactions with children, families, and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Participates in Arrival and Dismissal duties daily.
  • Records snack on monthly snack calendar.
  • Chooses and prepares snack; returns unused snack to snack cabinet in pantry.
  • Changes diapers and/or assists with toileting as necessary.
  •  Supervises all children, always maintaining proper staff/child ratios.
  • Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the classroom (sweeps, wipes tables, washes art materials and dishes, returns used materials to proper places, etc).
  • Communicates with parents regarding daily happenings.
  • Attends and participates in new staff orientation and weekly planning meetings held by the Director.
  • Acquires and maintains CPR/First Aid certification (School will cover this cost).
  • Plays groups games, creates simple art projects for children.

Hours

  • Before Care hours are 7–8:30 a.m. and After Care hours are 3–6 p.m. You may apply to work Before Care and After Care (encouraged) or choose one option. Extended Day Staff may be asked to provide care for full faculty professional and conference days.

Pay is $20/hour

extended day (before & after care) staff

Extended Care Staff Position Description

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis is hiring an Extended Day Staff member who will supervise, instruct, and guide children in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade in a warm and nurturing environment before and/or after their regular school day.  With the support of the Director, this teacher will establish a safe and caring classroom community in which each child’s strengths, opinions, actions, and thoughts are valued. The Extended Day Staff member will promote the school’s mission and conduct him/herself in a professional manner in all interactions with children, families, and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Participates in Arrival and Dismissal duties daily.
  • Supervises all children, always maintaining proper staff/child ratios.
  • Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the classroom (sweeps, wipes tables, washes art materials and dishes, returns used materials to proper places, etc)
  • Chooses and prepares snack; returns unused snack to snack cabinet in pantry.
  • Communicates with parents regarding daily happenings.
  • Attends and participates in new staff orientation and weekly planning meetings held by the Director.
  • Acquires and maintains CPR/First Aid certification (School will cover this cost).
  • Plays groups games, creates simple art projects for children.

Hours

  • Before Care hours are 7–8:30 a.m. and After Care hours are 3–6 p.m. You may apply to work Before Care and After Care (encouraged) or choose one option. Extended Day Staff may be asked to provide care for full faculty professional and conference days.

Pay is $20/hour

substitute teachers

St. Anne’s School seeks inspiring, engaging, and encouraging on-campus substitute teachers to help serve the academic needs of our students in all grades (Twos through Eighth Grade). Substitute teachers will be responsible for the direct supervision and instruction of students in the case of a teacher or instructional assistant absence and may serve in any other duties as assigned by division head including recess supervision, helping with lunches in classrooms, and assisting with carpool pick-up and drop-off. Guest Teachers are expected to comply with all building procedures, expectations, and schedules including, but not limited to, wearing necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining social distancing. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience and hold an undergraduate degree in education or related field.

middle school learning specialist

Overview

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis seeks a dedicated professional who can serve as a Learning Specialist in our Middle School program.

Date Posted: July 2023
Date Needed: August 21, 2023
Type of Position: Full Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
Experience Requirement: 3-5 Years

Description and Details 

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis invests in the intellectual and spiritual promise of each student in a community that celebrates diversity and upholds the dignity of every human being. We challenge students to think critically and creatively, to know themselves as learners, and to govern their lives with confidence, compassion, and integrity.  St. Anne’s School draws from its Episcopal tradition as an independent, co-educational school, serving students in Twos through 8th Grade.

St. Anne’s School is committed to equity and justice and aspires to be a community in which every member feels engaged, heard, and valued. We embrace the contributions of all members of our community as we foster a culture of respect. Sharing perspectives and experiences beyond our own boundaries through exploration, introspection, and civil discourse is integral to our mission of creating an inclusive learning environment.

Qualified candidates must have strong knowledge and experience regarding current research on different learning needs and styles to best support middle school-aged students. The Middle School Learning Specialist serves as a leader regarding authentic approaches to learning and advocates on behalf of students and student learning.

This position is a member of the Center for Learning and works closely with the Director of the Center for Learning and the Head of the Middle School, and supports all Middle School faculty.

The Middle School Learning Specialist must be proactive and enjoy working within a fast-paced environment that is mission-driven, results and solutions oriented, and nurture the strong sense of community at St. Anne’s School of Annapolis. The ideal candidate will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, be detailed oriented, have strong administrative and organizational skills, and have the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Middle School Learning Specialist will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work in partnership with the Director of the Center for Learning and the Head of the Middle School to ensure students and faculty are supported in a high quality and timely manner
  • Work collaboratively with faculty to identify students in need of academic support
  • Support students identified with learning differences in either one-on-one or in a small group setting
  • Work with parents and faculty to ensure a strong partnership, exhibit empathy, and demonstrate the School’s core values to best support students receiving services in the Center for Learning
  • Provide direct instruction to students to develop and enhance study and executive functioning skills
  • Analyze testing results and evaluations and summarize findings for faculty
  • Conduct informal screenings, assessments, and classroom observations
  • Compose, revise, and update Learning Strategy Plans regularly and as needed
  • Remain current and abreast of educational research about students with learning differences and instructional practices
  • Lead regular student support meetings with Faculty and Administration
  • Collaborate with and offer support to faculty on behalf of students with learning differences
  • Oversee implementation of classroom accommodations or enrichment activities for students who use the Center for Learning
  • Coordinate and execute, as appropriate, school-wide professional development in the areas of learning differences and learning support for teachers and staff
  • Coordinate standardized testing and participates in admissions screenings
  • Assist teachers in differentiating instruction for a variety of learning styles
  • Develop solid knowledge of the curriculum maps, scope and sequence, and all other grade-level curriculum in each content area taught so as to better to support students and assist classroom teachers
  • Communicate information to parents about student performance
  • Vet and manage speech-language pathologists who come to St. Anne’s School of Annapolis to see their clients
  • Perform divisional responsibilities expected of faculty (for example, writing report card comments, supervising students outside of class times, attending faculty meetings, etc.)
  • Supports the social, emotional, and academic needs of students
  • Provide individualized and small group counseling on an as-needed basis when presenting concerns/needs
  • Advise students, parents, and other teachers to fully develop a picture of a student’s strengths and learning needs

 

Ideal candidates must have:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Reading, Special Education, Education, or Psychology; a Master’s degree is preferred
  • Minimum five years of experience in a related field
  • Familiarity with current research, strategies and programs in reading, writing, math, and, in general, for students with learning differences
  • Trained and/or certified in multi-sensory approaches to reading interventions such as Orton Gillingham
  • Strong knowledge base in the area of learning differences, especially Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia, as well as an extensive knowledge base regarding ADHD
  • Experience in assessment and test interpretation; familiarity with standardized and informal assessments commonly used when identifying students with reading, writing, math, and processing challenges
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong team player who thinks strategically, inspires and motivates others, has a growth mindset, and naturally takes initiative
  • A joyful and positive disposition; recognizes the potential of every individual child