Employment Opportunities

St. Mary Academy-Bay View is seeking an Athletic Director for the 2023-2024 school year to oversee and coordinate all aspects of an extensive and successful athletic program. This is an eleven-month position. Successful candidates must be dedicated, detail-oriented, and have a deep understanding of the development of female athletes. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls education and Mercy values.

Responsibilities for this position include:

• Provide guidance and direction for St Mary Academy - Bay View athletic program.
• Hire and supervise coaches and staff and maintain all records specific to staffing with sports officials.
• Coordinate with coaches on practice times for a field, court, or fitness center on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Prepare and manage a budget for each sport, including coaches' salaries, transportation costs, equipment purchases, repairs to all equipment, and facility maintenance.
• Coordinate the scheduling of games and practices in conjunction with all facilities on and off campus. Ensure all necessary insurance certificates are obtained and provided.
• Participate and collaborate with all Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) and RIPCOA Athletic Directors about conference schedules, including but not limited to the regular season and postseason playoff games.
• Maintain and organize end-of-season reports. 
• Responsible for maintaining Bay View Athletics' social media accounts in coordination with the Communications department.
• Discuss student eligibility with school administrators.
• Coordinate transportation for Upper School and Middle School sports to away competitions and practices located off-campus.
• Coordinate private busing for students.
• Coordinate officials for all home games.
• Oversee Bengal Backers, including working with the parent board, Athletics Award Ceremony, Parent and student orientation.
• Oversee and coordinate Wellness Center facility rentals, generate contracts, and maintain records and accurate calendar of rental usage.
• Work in conjunction with maintenance staff to maintain all fields and ensure courts and fields are set up for athletic practices and competitions.
• Order equipment as needed and ensure that athletic equipment adheres to the safety protocols of the National Federation of High School Sports.
• Coordinate and organize orientation meetings with coaches, parents, and student-athletes.
• Revise and update Student-Athlete Handbooks.
• Possibly teach Physical Education to grades 6-12.

Qualifications for this position are:

• BA/BS degree, Masters degree preferred
• Experience in coaching, teaching or administration
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Support fundraising and promotional events
• Experience with developing and managing a budget
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative skills, including the ability to work with colleagues, parents and students
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament

TO APPLY
Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”
Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome, in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman. 

St. Mary Academy - Bay View seeks an Upper School Counselor/College Counselor for the 2023-2024 school year. The counselor is responsible for college and general school counseling of all students in the junior and senior classes. The counselor’s role is to support each student’s academic achievement, career and post-secondary planning, and development of social competencies through a comprehensive school counseling program. As College Counselor, they will guide students and families through the college selection, application, and admissions process. The Upper School Counselor is part of the larger School Counseling Department, which services the Middle and Upper schools' social, emotional, and academic needs.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic and proactive individual looking to form impactful relationships with students, communicate with families, and collaborate with faculty and other counselors. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls education and Mercy values.

Primary Responsibilities:

College Counseling

• Develop a strong college counseling program, including meetings with families and students, distributing financial aid and scholarship information, and hosting college fairs.
• Write letters of recommendation for students applying to postsecondary institutions and coordinate faculty letters.
• Interpret college entrance testing data and transcripts to advise students.
• Assist juniors and seniors in evaluating their current status in conjunction with graduation and college/career applications and admissions.
• Serve as the primary contact for any questions surrounding the college application process, best practices for high school curriculum, and extracurricular activities for individual students.

School Counseling

• Create a welcoming, supportive, creative, and flexible environment that encourages student access and support.
• Provide individual, small-group, and classroom support services to students.
• Facilitate course selection for students on their caseload.
• Assist students in understanding self and others, peer relationships, coping strategies, effective social skills, conflict resolution, behavior management, and overall student well-being.
• Conduct structured, goal-oriented counseling sessions in systematic response to identified needs of individuals or groups of students--recurring topics at the high school level may include academic failure, attendance, behavior problems, peer problems, family issues, child abuse, suicide threats and attempts, and sexuality issues.
• Offer solutions to individual academic and education needs/abilities on an individual and ongoing basis.

Consultation with Staff and Families/Caregivers

• Assist families with school-related challenges or concerns.
• Be available to families and faculty seeking information, advice, or assistance supporting student social-emotional well-being.
• Provide families with direction on seeking community mental health providers and act as the liaison between that provider and the school so that effective action can be taken on behalf of the student.
• Serve as liaison to community agencies, such as school nurses, administrators, school psychologists, service agencies, and physicians. Consult with parents regarding referrals.
• Consult, facilitate, and maintain communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent agents on specific student academic matters, i.e., academic struggles, modifications, and accommodations.
• Provide crisis intervention and management as well as conflict resolution as needed.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Assist with the development and implementation of a school advisory program.
• Participate in regular counseling team meetings with school administration and department meetings, providing support for faculty and administration related to specific student needs/concerns.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Counseling Department to create a well-rounded and cohesive program for all students.
• Partner with the administration on school policies and programs related to mental health, school community, and mandated reporting.
• Participate in grade-level meetings for juniors and seniors.
• Support and attend school events and student activities.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in School Counseling; State certification as a School Counselor preferred.
• Works well as a member of a team
• Honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic
• Understanding of adolescent development and knowledge of best practices for social-emotional learning
• High energy level, creative and forward-thinking
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament
• Understanding and appreciation for the developmental range of the age group
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative skills, including the ability to work with colleagues and parents
• A sense of humor, warmth, and a love of working with young adolescents and their families

TO APPLY:  

Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”
Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome, in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from preschool through grade twelve and is located in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while striving to empower each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

St. Mary Academy - Bay View seeks a Middle School Counselor for the 2023-2024 school year. The counselor is responsible for general school counseling of students in grades 6 through 8. The counselor’s role is to support each student’s social/emotional development as well as the development of knowledge, study skills and attitudes necessary for a successful academic career.

The Middle School Counselor is part of the larger Student Counseling Department, which services the social, emotional, and academic needs of the entire academy. The ideal candidate will be an energetic and proactive individual looking to form impactful relationships with students, communicate closely with families, and collaborate with faculty and
other counselors. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls education and Mercy values.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain an official caseload of students in grades 6 through 8;
• Create a welcoming, supportive, creative, and flexible environment that encourages access and support;
• Advise and counsel students through preventive and responsive services, regarding academic, educational and short-term social and emotional problems; 
• Develop and lead a middle school advisory program students in grade 6-8;
• Conduct structured, goal-oriented counseling sessions in systematic response to identified needs of individuals or groups of students--recurring topics at the middle school level may include study habits and organization, attendance, and behavior management, peer relationships, conflict resolution, family issues, child abuse, suicide threats and attempts, and sexuality issues.
• Facilitate course selection grades entering Grades 7 -9
• Assists families with school-related problems and issues, and collaborates with teachers and administrators as needed;
• Provide families with direction on seeking community mental health providers and act as the liaison between that provider and the school so that effective action can be taken on behalf of the student
• Consults, facilitates and maintains communication with parents, teachers, administrators and pertinent agents on specific student academic matters i.e. academic struggles, academic modifications and accommodations
• Complete crisis interventions
• Participate in the weekly School Counseling team meetings with school administration; the school nurse and department meetings as scheduled, providing support for faculty and administration related to specific student needs/concerns
• Partner with the administration on school policies and programs related to mental health, bullying, and mandated reporting
• Attending grade level teacher meetings as well as regularly collaborating with individual teachers to discuss student progress and any emerging issues or concerns;
• Supports and attends school events and student activities

Requirements:

• A Masters degree in School Counseling; state certification as a School Counselor preferred;
• Works well as a member of a team;
• Understanding of adolescent development and knowledge of best practices for social-emotional learning;
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks;
• Collaborative skills, including the ability to work with faculty and parents;
• Honesty, integrity, and strong work ethic; and
• A sense of humor, warmth, and a love of working with young adolescents and their families.

TO APPLY

Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”
Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve and is located in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while striving to empower each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View, grades PreK through 12, is seeking an Education Technology Specialist for the 2023-2024 school year. Bay View is recognized for its commitment to STEAM programming for girls and young women. The candidate is responsible for growing the school’s efforts for experiential, challenging, creative, and project-based learning integrating technology. The person hired for this job will collaborate with teachers across grade levels to enhance the use of technology and form community partnerships that bring opportunities for innovation and application of STEAM. The candidate will teach technology literacy and computer science in the Lower School. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls, Mercy education.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Computer Science classes in grades PK through 5 on computer basics and procedures, coding, robotics, online research skills, and creativity with tech tools.
• Work with faculty throughout the Academy to champion project-based learning experiences, including interdisciplinary design challenges
• Create and facilitate school-based, high-quality professional learning, working with teachers throughout the Academy to refine their knowledge and skills in using technology to support and enhance teaching and learning
• Act as a technical mentor and guide to faculty in developing and maintaining new technology-based platforms and programs to enhance instruction
• Advise teachers and families on digital citizenship and emerging technology trends
• Participate in ongoing professional development on emerging technologies, curriculum design, and pedagogies relevant to instructional technology
• The position also involves serving as an advisor and providing faculty support to a club or activity.

Successful candidates will possess the following attributes:

• Experience with tools such as Code.org's CS Fundamentals curriculum, Scratch software, Edison, and KIBO robots.
• Strong understanding of child development, including the social, emotional, and intellectual domains
• Creative, imaginative, and growth mindset in teaching, coaching, and curricular design
• Supports Mercy values and Mercy Critical Concerns
• An orientation to progressive education philosophy and teaching practices
• Demonstrates cultural competency and skills in working with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Approaches work with energy, kindness, maturity, curiosity, flexibility, and a sense of humor
• Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team
• Enjoys a commitment that extends beyond the classroom, including contributions to the larger school community
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament
• BA/BS degree in computer science or related education, Master’s degree preferred

TO APPLY Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”

Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

St. Mary Academy - Bay View, a Pre-K through Grade 12 all-girls, Catholic college-preparatory school in Riverside, RI, is seeking energetic, dynamic, and collaborative applicants for the Coordinator of the Bay View Fund. This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month position that reports to the Director of Institutional Advancement.

The Coordinator of the Bay View Fund is an integral member of the Advancement Team, focusing on marketing the annual fund, personal solicitation, and volunteer management. As a relationship builder, the Coordinator of the Bay View Fund is a front-facing advocate for our alumnae, students, and parents. The Coordinator will solicit alumnae, students, and parents daily and execute the Bay View Fund's marketing activities, including planning and managing Giving Days and phoneathons.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Institutional Advancement to create and manage a comprehensive fundraising plan and appeal schedule for The Bay View Fund:
  • Set dollar, participation, and qualitative goals for the annual giving program ○ Create and implement strategies to achieve Annual Fund goals
  • Create and manage a calendar/schedule of multidimensional appeals that leverages various media (e.g., electronic solicitation, direct mail appeals, face-to-face solicitations, events) to communicate with potential and current Donors

  • Manage Bay View Fund volunteer organization, including recruitment, management, and Training

• Organize phonathons, including volunteer recruitment, set-up, and preparation

• Build relationships with constituents and personally solicit an assigned pool of prospects as appropriate

• Utilize Raiser’s Edge NXT to track visits, produce contact notes, and conduct appropriate constituent follow-up

• With the Director of Institutional Advancement, draft and coordinate Bay View Fund solicitations and acknowledgment letters.

• Attend monthly Advancement Committee meetings

• Create and execute campaigns, social posts, eblasts, and other innovative tools on behalf of the Bay View Fund

• Travel occasionally to meet with donors, prospects, and volunteers

• Develop a senior class gift program to improve young alumnae donor loyalty

• Attend and assist with on-campus and off-campus Advancement and Alumane Relations events, as appropriate

• Assist with prospect research

• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Institutional Advancement Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Two years of experience in an annual fund, advancement, or sales setting, where picking up

  the phone and making an ask is an integral part of the role

• Direct experience managing volunteers

• A strong sense of fundraising ethics and practices and respect for the confidentiality of donor information

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and empathetic approach

• Technologically savvy; Experience in Raiser’s Edge NXT, iWave Wealth Management, Google Suite, Canva, WordPress, Finalsite, and/or JustGiving crowdsourcing software is a plus

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing

• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel and work on weekends and evenings; comfortable with both in-person and virtual meetings

• Willingness to be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment and work closely with colleagues

• Positive attitude, flexible approach, and a sense of humor Who You Are:

• Passionate about the all-girls education;

• Finds joy in philanthropy;

• A relationship builder

Application Notes:

To apply, go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Non-Teaching Application.” Completed Bay View application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from preschool through grade twelve and is located in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while striving to empower each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View is seeking a part-time Lower School Library Media Specialist for the 2023-2024 school year. The Specialist is committed to providing a student-centered environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. They are responsible for teaching technology literacy and developing programs that foster student-centered teaching with technology. The Specialist will oversee the library and guide it toward future possibilities. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls and Mercy education.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Lower School faculty to champion project-based learning experiences, including interdisciplinary design challenges and digital storytelling.
• Conduct weekly lessons for grades PK-5 that demonstrate a passion for and extensive knowledge of children’s literature, publishing trends, and authors; promote literacy and reading for fun through special programs such as National Library Week, summer reading lists.
• Keep necessary library records, such as usage statistics, maintain LS library catalog, collaborate on the annual Book Fair.
• Advise teachers and families on digital citizenship and emerging technology trends.
• Support teachers to integrate technology into lessons and projects.
• Participate in ongoing professional development on emerging technologies, curriculum design, and pedagogies relevant to instructional technology.

Successful candidates will possess the following attributes:

• BA/BS in related area, MLIS preferred.
• High energy level, creative and forward-thinking.
• Finds joy in working with children.
• Approaches work with energy, kindness, curiosity, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
• Supports Mercy values and the Mercy Critical Concerns.
• Demonstrates cultural competency and skills in working with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team.
• Enjoys a commitment that extends beyond the classroom, including contributions to the larger school community.
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament.

TO APPLY Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”

Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View is seeking a part-time Lower School Computer Science teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. Bay View is recognized for its commitment to STEAM programming for girls and young women. The candidate is responsible for growing the school’s efforts for more experiential, challenging, creative, and project-based work that integrates technology. The candidate will teach digital literacy and computer science in the Lower School. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls, Mercy education. This is a 1-year position.

Qualifications:

• Teach Computer Science classes in grades PK through 5 on computer basics and procedures, coding, robotics, online research skills, creativity with tech tools, software programs used at Bay View (e.g., Google Classroom), and beginning coding
• Demonstrate ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student-centered learning experiences that integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with core studies across the curriculum
• Experience with tools such as Code.org's CS Fundamentals curriculum, Scratch software, Edison, and KIBO robots
• Participate in ongoing professional development on emerging technologies, curriculum design, and pedagogies relevant to instructional technology
• BA/BS degree in computer science or related education, Master’s degree preferred Successful candidates will possess the following attributes:
• Strong understanding of child development, including the social, emotional, and intellectual domains
• Creative, imaginative, and growth mindset in teaching, coaching, and curricular design
• Supports Mercy values and Mercy Critical Concerns
• An orientation to progressive education philosophy and teaching practices
• Demonstrates cultural competency and skills in working with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Approaches work with energy, kindness, maturity, curiosity, flexibility, and a sense of humor
• Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team
• Enjoys a commitment that extends beyond the classroom, including contributions to the larger school community
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament

TO APPLY

Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.”

Bay View Application, letter of interest, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER:

St. Mary Academy Bay View in Riverside is seeking a bus driver for September to June. The driver must have a white card certification.

The duties include a morning run to the Bald Hill Road area in Warwick to pick up students, after school runs driving the students to sporting practices or games, and occasionally field trips during the normal school day. Hours range from 20-30 per week. 

Interested applicants are asked to contact Ms. Pate at 401-434-0113, ext. 123.  

Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years of age with a safe driving record

• Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements and a white card are required

• Must pass national background check with fingerprints

 

TO APPLY:

Go to bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Non-Teaching Application.”

Application, cover letter, and resume should be submitted via email to: employment@bayviewacademy.org or mailed to Bay View Academy to the attention of Ms. Pate. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Mary Academy - Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girl independent Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve and is located in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while striving to empower each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate and socially conscious faith-filled young woman.