Employment Opportunities

Summer at Sacred Heart seeks multiple enthusiastic, fun-loving summer camp counselors for the 2023 camp season! Our program offers a wide variety of activities for children entering Kindergarten to entering Grade 7 to keep them engaged all summer long. Counselors’ main responsibilities include maintaining the safety and well-being of each camper while acting as a positive role model.   

The summer season runs June 5-August 11. Candidates will ideally be able to work the full summer; however, consideration will still be given to candidates who can work the majority of the summer. Full and part time shifts available.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (must be 18 or older)
• Previous experience working with kids (childcare, camp, babysitting, volunteer work, etc.) or a desire to learn
• CPR and First Aid Certification (training will be provided)
• The ability to be a team player
• Lots of enthusiasm

Job Duties:

• Supervising campers during activities and recess time
• Providing an extra set of hands for pre-planned activities
• Following all licensing procedures
• Assisting with daily lunch and snack time facilitation
• Providing basic first aid as needed
• Other job duties as assigned

Please send resume and cover letter to Angie Saylor, Human Resources & Operations Officer, at asaylor@ashmi.org.

Posted January 10, 2023

Summer at Sacred Heart seeks enthusiastic camp instructors who will provide 15 hours of instruction on the specialized topic of your choice, prioritizing STEM, art, music, and physical activity camp themes. If you love gardening, jazz music, pottery throwing, ballroom dance or anything exciting that will capture the interest of elementary and/or middle school aged campers, then this opportunity is for you!    

The summer season runs June 5-August 11, with morning sessions running from 9 a.m. - noon and afternoon sessions running from 1-4 p.m. You are welcome to teach individual specialized camps for as little as one half-day week or all weeks, it is your choice! If teaching a morning and afternoon camp in the same week, the lunch hour from 12-1 p.m. is yours as a built-in break; no supervision of campers is necessary during this hour. Multiple camp offerings throughout the summer are both welcomed and encouraged. Compensation is competitive. 

Duties:

• Designing and leading an enriching and exciting camp experience
• Explaining instructions with patience and kindness
• Maintaining a fun, safe and engaging camp environment at all times
• Following all licensing procedures
• Providing basic first aid as needed
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or some college, preferably specializing in the subject of the camp you’re offering or equivalent experience in specialized camp subject
• Previous experience working with kids (childcare, camp, babysitting, volunteer work, etc.) preferred

Please send resume and cover letter to Angie Saylor, Human Resources & Operations Officer, at asaylor@ashmi.org.

Posted January 10, 2023

Academy of the Sacred Heart has multiple openings for enthusiastic and driven Extended Day staff members for the 2022-2023 school year! Our program provides a safe and nurturing space for children PreK - Grade 8 to gather after school and engage in a variety of activities. Extended Day staff members are responsible for coordinating group activities, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring the safety and well-being of each child.   

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Care for and foster relationships with children in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8
• Usher students to their scheduled afternoon activities and music lessons
• Plan and lead activities in small groups
• Provide a safe environment for students including understanding of dietary restrictions and allergen information
• Execute accurate daily sign in and sign out procedures
• Follow safety and emergency protocols

A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of Sacred Heart Schools is essential. 

Basic requirements include but are not limited to:

• Must be 18 or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working with children in a childcare, camp or similar setting 
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor
• Work effectively both as a team member and individual to meet the needs of each student
• Enthusiasm for working with children and participating in the Sacred Heart community in a dynamic and engaging manner
• CPR Certification (will help to secure training)
• Punctuality and dependability
• Availability to work 2:45 p.m. - 6 p.m. three to five days per week

Please send resume to Angie Saylor, Human Resources & Operations Officer, at asaylor@ashmi.org.

Posted July 29, 2022

The Academy of the Sacred Heart has openings for aides to work with children from birth to age 3 in its Early Childhood Program. Preference is given to applicants who have an educational background and experience in the field.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Create an emotionally responsive, caring, positive, and accepting environment supportive of the individual development of each child and family
• Supervise young children and ensure a safe and loving environment, including the ability to monitor and respond to events going on at all times in the classroom, outdoor play areas, and other areas of the campus.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests

General Competencies:

• Completion of Protecting God's Children training, other health-related trainings (including, but not limited to CPR/First Aid), and fingerprints on file 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Punctuality and dependability
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and rules contained in the Academy of the Sacred Heart Handbook
• Maintain productive and professional relationships with other Sacred Heart faculty and staff

Please send resume to Angie Saylor, Human Resources & Operations Officer, at asaylor@ashmi.org.

Posted August 22, 2022

The coaches are directly accountable to the Athletic Director. He/she is responsible for the behavior and performance of the team members. The coach instructs the team about the various ways and means of enhancing their performance and advising them to play better every single time. 

In fulfilling their duties and responsibilities, all coaches are expected to do the following with their teams/players:

• Treat his/her players and opponents with respect
• Assume responsibility for the conduct of their team and players during all athletic events
• Alert all athletes to the risks inherent in the sport and to the proper use of equipment and techniques common to the sport
• Establish a positive relationship with coaches, athletes, parents, officials, and community members

Basic Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Be a role model
• Teach and cultivate student-athletes 
• Develop well-planned, organized and well-executed practice plans that build skills, promote understanding of offensive and defensive strategy, and endorse teamwork and team chemistry
• Treat all athletes with dignity and respect
• Use athletics as an opportunity for teaching positive life lessons
• Build confidence, encourage, and affirm
• Exhibit clear, direct and open communication
• Possess a sense of humor
• Demonstrate contemporary knowledge of the sport and an ability to cultivate new skills with students through drills, sequenced plays and encouragement on and off the field
• Establish clear expectations and consequences; deliver criticism in a manner that upholds the dignity of each athlete while maintaining high expectations
• Uphold clear boundaries for behavior and enforce rules consistently
• Be lifelong learners, willing to innovate for the benefit of their student-athletes 

The successful candidate will enjoy working and educating student-athletes.  A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of Sacred Heart Schools is essential. 

General Competencies:

• Punctuality and dependability
• Experience and knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the game of field hockey
• Possess effective coaching techniques and skills
• Be a positive role model for student-athletes
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Fosters ethics, good conduct, and sportsmanship for all participants and coaches
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Competent in problem-solving, team building, planning and decision making
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures and rules contained in the ASH Handbook and ASH Athletic Handbook

Coaching Requirements (prior to the first day with students)

• Attend Protecting God's Children training 
• Criminal justice fingerprint clearance
• Trained in and possess valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid clearance
• Complete the Concussion Training, Allergy Training, and the Health Precautions Training

Please send resume to Angie Saylor, Human Resources & Operations Officer, at asaylor@ashmi.org.

Posted March 10, 2023