Employment Opportunities

Chaminade College Preparatory School, an independent, Catholic school is dedicated to developing the inherent spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical potential of young men in middle and high school. We hire dedicated teachers who are passionate about student learning and working in a collaborative environment.

All positions are expected to meet the general requirements listed below. Position specific requirements, if any, will be listed with those positions.

All employees are required to take the Protecting God's Children workshop as presented by the St. Louis Archdiocese.

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Available Positions:

Director of Campus Ministry

Application Deadline: February 14

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Introduction

The Director of Campus Ministry is appointed by the Principal and is directly responsible to the Principal and the Associate Principal for Mission and Student Services.
S/he oversees the entire program of Campus Ministry, which functions as a dimension of total religious education. Campus Ministry works in cooperation with the Theology Department and the Associate Principal for Mission and Student Services to provide an experiential and voluntary dimension to the religious formation and faith development of students, faculty, and other school community members.
S/he works within the boundaries of the educational institution. Campus Ministry, therefore, is concerned with the overall school philosophy, curriculum programs, and policies insofar as they all have an impact on the faith community.

General Responsibilities

The Director of Campus Ministry communicates and proclaims the Gospel message to the school community.
S/he is a member of the Administrative Team.
S/he leads the Campus Ministry Team.
S/he provides opportunities for members of the school community to deepen their understanding of and commitment to Jesus and His message.
S/he invites and encourages involvement in and celebration of the Church community through various forms and styles of worship.
S/he helps to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each person.
S/he helps raise the school community’s consciousness about contemporary moral and social problems and urges them toward a more just, safe, and peaceful world.
S/he complements the general goals of the Theology Department, the administration, and the school.
S/he is a member of the MIT (Mission Integration Team).

Particular Functions (in conjunction with the Campus Ministry Team)

The Director of Campus Ministry develops and coordinates all school liturgical/religious events, including, but not limited to
1. First Friday Masses
2. Holy Days of Obligation
3. Opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
4. Morning Prayer
5. Liturgical and prayer experiences for Houses student groups, parent groups, classes, teams, etc.
S/he develops and coordinates, in cooperation with the faculty, a full retreat program for each division in the middle school and the high school.
S/he develops and coordinates Faculty Retreats and Faculty Days of Prayer.
S/he works in conjunction with the administration and faculty to develop and implement an ongoing program for faculty faith development.
S/he coordinates school community charitable activities.
S/he is responsible for moderating the liturgical choir.
S/he is responsible for overseeing Campus Ministry sponsored Service and Mission Trips.
S/he is responsible for working with the Mothers’ Club and the Fathers’ Clubs on issues of their spiritual development.
S/he is responsible for functioning as a liaison with other area Campus Ministry programs.
S/he is responsible for developing that portion of the school budget that directly applies to the Campus Ministry program.
S/he is responsible for working in conjunction with the Theology Department in monitoring and coordinating the Christian Service Hours Program.

Art Teacher - Middle School

This is a full-time faculty position in the Fine Arts Department that reports to the department chair and middle school principal.

The Middle School Art position designs and implements semester-long courses for grades 6-8.

Ideal candidates will:

Be able to work with children of a variety of abilities and interests;
Be able to cultivate curiosity within the arts;
Be able to teach to the intrinsic value of the arts in everyday life and to express spirituality through the arts;
Can communicate the value of art education and creative problem solving;
Has a lived understanding of sustainability;
Work with teachers in other disciplines to create complementary projects to enhance the overall objectives of multiple courses;
Have a knowledge of art history and different art genres in order to teach a range of art styles;
Develop age-appropriate instructional strategies to achieve the art curriculum goals;
Know and can apply elements of design and modern principles of art;
Plan and present art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students’ work for the school and the community;
Have the ability to spot and cultivate creativity and encourage students to express their own personalities and thoughts through the creative process;
Actively participate in student and faculty activities (retreats, lunch duty, faculty meetings, and in-service activities).

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Associate Band Director

This is a full-time faculty position in the Fine Arts Department who reports to the department chair and high school principal.

Ideal candidates will:

Be passionate about teaching music to a range of skill levels
Coordinate with two additional band directors to ensure the entire band program is run well
Lead concert band classes
Lead jazz/contemporary music classes

Actively participate in student and faculty activities (retreats, lunch duty, faculty meetings, and in-service activities)

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Math Teacher - High School

This is a full-time faculty position in the Mathematics Department who reports to the department chair and the principal.

Ideal candidates will:

Plan and develop lesson plans and teaching outlines;
Adapt mathematics curriculum for individual, small group, and remedial instruction to meet the needs of all students;
Evaluate the academic and social growth of students;
Evaluate student progress and their ability to meet courses standards in mathematical knowledge and skills;
Employ a variety of methodologies in teaching and instructing pupils, including demonstrations, discussions, and lectures.
Actively participate in student and faculty activities (retreats, lunch duty, faculty meetings, and in-service activities).

Physical Education Teacher

This is a full-time faculty position in the Physical Education Department which reports to the department chair and the principal.

Ideal candidates will:

Have a Masters in Physical Education;
Organize and use a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each student, individually and in-group settings;
Assess student progress, provide students and parents with specific feedback, and use the results to adjust instruction as needed;
Provides opportunities for academic support and challenge;
Have strong classroom management skills;
Actively participate in student and faculty activities (retreats, lunch duty, faculty meetings, and in-service activities).

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Science Teacher - High School

This is a full-time faculty position in the Science Department who reports to the department chair and high school principal. This position may teach AP level classes as well (AP Bio or AP Env. Sci).

Ideal candidates will:

Have a Master’s in Science, Physics, Biology, or related field;
Develop and implement a curriculum and lesson plans that will foster knowledge and skills essential to effectively teach students in the grade assigned;
Create hands-on, inquiry-based, project-based lessons that build excitement for science;
Demonstrate scientific concepts using models, technology, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids;
Be able to collaborate with other course teachers to develop and implement lessons, labs, and tests in order to maintain continuity of learning for all students;
Actively participate in student and faculty activities (retreats, lunch duty, faculty meetings, and in-service activities).

Custodians/Utility Employees

These are full- and part-time staff positions in the Facility Department who report to the Facilty Manager.

In this position you will:

Perform custodial work in academic, athletic, and resident areas
Respond to immediate custodial requests
Perform room set-up for special events and activities
Perform minor maintenance such as lamp and filter replacement, painting
Assist with other maintenance tasks as needed

Send resume to: [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Substitute Teachers

These are per-diem faculty positions that report to the high school principal.

Substitute teachers will:

Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher promptly and in accordance with school rules;
May supervise students in out-of-class settings (e.g., assemblies, lunchroom) as directed and supervised by the principal;
Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time, and motivates students to learn and participate;
Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics/courses of instruction, as determined by the lesson plan;
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Address the various learning styles of students accordingly;
Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans;
Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff;
Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students.

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to Karen Carroll, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

Resident Hall Assistant (Prefect)

This is a staff position in the Resident Department who reports to the Resident Director and the Principal.

The role of Prefect requires that you supervise approximately 60 young men one or two days each week in addition to an alternating weekend schedule. Compensation includes room, board, and a stipend.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Being an adult mentor to the resident students
Being available to assist students with their academic work
Moderating recreation periods
Driving the students to off campus activities and appointments
Appropriately addressing disciplinary issues and safety concerns

General Requirements:

Applicants for Middle School positions have experience teaching in the middle school environment.
Applicant possesses both a BA and MA in content or related area.
Applicant possesses Missouri State Certification.
Applicant recognizes the importance of student faith development as a priority in a Catholic, Marianist school.
Applicant is an innovative and qualified teaching professional.
Applicant is a hardworking and enthusiastic teaching professional with excellent subject knowledge and a sound understanding of grade level curriculum.
Applicant exhibits involvement in teaching students and assisting in the encouragement of extra-curricular activities.
Applicant motivates with a keen interest in encouraging and inspiring students to love learning and excel in the subject area.
Applicant demonstrates methods that support the physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development of students.
Applicant creates appropriate instruction adaptation for learners of different abilities.
Applicant understands individual group behaviors and motivations as to create a safe learning environment.
Applicant creates learning environments that encourage positive social interaction and self-motivation.
Applicant designs and delivers appropriate and regular student assessments.
Ideal applicant is a practicing Catholic.