Events and Parent Engagement, Manager

Date Posted: 7/1/2022
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Development
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.  In keeping with the philosophy of our founder Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.

Description & Details:

This position is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive program to increase parent involvement through four key channels of engagement: connecting, volunteering, attending, and giving, in support of the mission of Holy Child. The Manager will oversee a wide variety of events for the development department and support incoming, current and past parents through their plan. This individual will have an active presence on campus to ensure they may accurately represent how Holy Child is living out the mission of building the next generation of women of Actions Not Words.

• Supports the Holy Child Parents Association and Subcommittees. Related tasks are performed in conjunction with volunteers and include but are not limited to
  • Scheduling meetings and coordinating logistics
  • Collaborating with Committee leads to establish agendas
  • Working with the treasurer to process payments and volunteer reimbursements
  • Ensuring the pipeline of volunteers for positions is reviewed and full
  • Creating materials and messaging in conjunction with the Communications Department to support the programs and events
  • Memorializing the processes to ensure continuity
  • Working with internal and external contacts to execute HCPA events
  • Oversee all details day-of events or ensures a delegate is in place
• Handles all event related fundraising to meet budgeted goals
• Coordinates the Ambassador program in conjunction with the Admissions office
• Proactively engages a wide variety of volunteers
• Cultivates an inclusive parent community
• Supervises all external Development Department events in conjunction with Development staff
• Coordinates additional volunteers for school support as needed

Qualifications & Skills:

• strong organizational skills
• attention to detail
• ability to work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• understand budgetary management
• outgoing personality and comfort with public speaking
• ability to listen and inspire others to lead
• ability to work effectively and relate well with others including superiors, colleagues, donors, volunteers, and other individuals inside and outside the School
• high professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information
• willingness to be a team player and member of the community
• strong understanding of, and respect for, Catholic faith, beliefs, and practice
• commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values
• knowledge of Veracross, Raiser’s Edge, and/or OneCause and familiarity with the suite of Microsoft applications is preferred
• often one evening during the school week and occasional weekend work is required
• able to lift small items of up to 20 pounds occasionally is required

How to Apply / Contact:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Date Posted: 6/17/22
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Retail/Communications
Type of Position: Temp/Summer
Education: N/A
Experience Requirement: A minimum of one year in retail

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate employees to join our outstanding faculty/staff for the 2022-2023 school year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to our Holy Child Network goals of faith, community, justice, peace and compassion, and the dignity and uniqueness of each person.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Job Summary: Holy Child is looking for a part-time sales associate to run the school store, Tiger Shop, during the summer.

Responsibilities Include:

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumnae with uniform and spirit merchandise needs and questions with a positive attitude and helpful disposition.
• Become familiar with the Holy Child Uniform Guidelines and provide recommendations according to customer needs or preferences.
• Keeps the Tiger Shop clean, organized, and safe.
• Operates cash register and handles cash payments and credit card processing.
• Handles sales, refunds, exchanges and returns.
• Runs sale and tax reports monthly for Business Office.
• Order new uniform and merchandise items as needed to ensure inventory does not run out.
• Train, schedule, and manage parent volunteers.
• Clover (in-store system)
  • Manage inventory levels through Clover.
  • Keep Clover inventory data up to date and in line with best practices.
  • Work within Clover to produce barcodes and ensure all items have barcodes.
  • Use Clover to handle checking out customers and performing exchanges and returns.
• Shopify (online system)
  • Maintain and update online store complete with photos and descriptions of items.
  • Manage online orders and pack orders as they come in for pick-up.
  • Ensure Shopify information is up to date, correct, and reflects current inventory numbers.

How to Apply / Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

Additional Information: Hours are typically Monday-Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Date Posted: 6/17/22
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Communications
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience Requirement: A minimum of three years of experience in marketing and communications, preferably in education

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate employees to join our outstanding faculty/staff for the 2022-2023 school year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to our Holy Child Network goals of faith, community, justice, peace and compassion, and the dignity and uniqueness of each person.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Job Summary: The Associate Director of Communications position supports the Head of Communications and is responsible for creating and managing digital and print communications, including emails, social media, jumbotron/TV’s, event photography, and graphic design. They will help ensure all messaging and graphics keep a consistent and cohesive brand image.

Qualities and Expectations:

• Embodies and communicates the school’s mission and core values.
• Provides a sense of stability in an ever-changing school environment.
• Works collaboratively.
• Manages confidential situations with discretion, respect, and sensitivity.
• Respects, affirms and protects the dignity and worth of each member of the community, and exhibits moral and ethical behavior.
• Sets professional boundaries and collaborates with constituents within those boundaries.
• Is passionate about education and is a problem-solver.

Responsibilities Include:

• Emails/Veracross: Manage and coordinate email schedule throughout the year, including the Tiger Times Daily Updates, the HC Weekly Bulletin, and stand-alone emails to groups of 30 or more constituents. Manage and update Parent Portal in Veracross.
• Social Media: Creating and managing daily postings on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok. Coordinating with Head of Communications and other divisions for appropriate messaging on each. Maintain schedule to keep topics fresh and innovative. Reporting on success/follow rates monthly. Exploring other platforms and recommend implementation when appropriate.
• Photography: Taking photos for web and print use, photographing school wide events and managing photo archives.
• Graphic Design: Produce flyers, signage, social media assets, and simple marketing materials. Assist in the production in-house programs, magazine, and assorted publications (from photo selections to corrections and printing).
• Create content and manage the schedule for the jumbotron and TVs around campus.
• Collaborate with printers and other vendors to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Assist with the maintenance and updates of the Holy Child website. Conducting regular sweeps of site for updates; track job tickets and assist with implementing changes as directed by the Head of Communications.
• Assist in planning the marketing/email/social media calendars and campaigns.
• Must be able to project manage own workload and work on multiple projects going on at the same time.
• Assist with video production.
• Supporting the school and its leadership.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors’ degree or relevant work experience, including a minimum of three years’ experience working in marketing and communications. The ideal candidate will have experience working in education.
• Experience in Canva or Adobe.
• Knowledge of WordPress or CMS.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and best practices.
• Photography experience a plus.
• Experience managing CRM systems and setting up emails in Veracross and/or Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
• Microsoft Software efficient (Outlook, Word, PPT, Excel)
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to be a team player and member of the community.
• Interact with all community members in a professional and respectful manner whether communicating in person, on the phone or by email.
• Strong understanding of, and respect for, Catholic faith, beliefs, and practice.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Able to lift small items of up to 20 pounds occasionally.

How to Apply / Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

Additional Information: Hours are typically Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. Some night and weekend work are required.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Date Posted: 6/17/22
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Head of School Office
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience Requirement: A minimum of five years of experience in executive-level support positions, preferably in other schools

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate employees to join our outstanding faculty/staff for the 2022-2023 school year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to our Holy Child Network goals of faith, community, justice, peace and compassion, and the dignity and uniqueness of each person.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

This position will support the Head of School with day-to-day items and will also serve as the Secretary to the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate the Head of School’s schedule and calendar
• Answer phone calls, take messages, screen and route calls to Head of School
• Assist Head of School to manage workload, act as a gatekeeper and schedule appointments and meetings
• Assist the Head of School in the daily operations of the school by providing complex and confidential administrative and secretarial support
• Communicate information on behalf of the Head of School to the administration, faculty, staff, parents, and local community
• Handle Head of School’s mail, respond to routine matters, prepare responses (when necessary), proofread, edit, and distribute all outgoing correspondence
• Manage Head of School’s filing system
• Create and edit correspondence and other documents
• Prepares remarks and presentations for Head of School in coordination with Communications
• Maintain a wide variety of complex manual and electronic documents, files, records and databases to provide up-to-date information and/or historical references for various stakeholders
• Keep the Head of School informed of critical information to ensure the flow of communication through the school day
• Prepare all travel arrangements/documentation for Head of School and visiting guests, as directed by the Head of School
• Reconcile monthly credit card statements as directed by the Head of School
• Coordinate preparations for Head of School before any functions
• Maintain confidentiality of information and documents
• Research information to assist the Head of School with decision-making
• Maintain positive relationships with and accurate contact information for accrediting agencies, Network schools, independent schools, and more
• Ensure deadlines are met and requests for information/action from internal and external sources are responded to appropriately and in a timely fashion
• Maintain and update action list for Head of School
• Support the Head of School in preparation for Board meetings, administrative meetings, faculty/staff meetings, and other important meetings
• Work with Executive Team to coordinate workflow, facilitate projects and schedule meetings as necessary
• Provide high-level secretarial assistance to the Board; in collaboration with Board Chair and the Head of School, prepare agenda and take minutes for Board meetings; prepare drafts and summary notes for Board meetings; manage the board portal; send out and track meeting invites; disseminate board meeting materials; send out approved meetings notes to executive members in a timely manner; and organize Board retreats
• Member of the Prospect Management Team to assist with Head of School’s scheduling, prompt contact entry and follow-through with annual fundraising and future campaigns
• Support Head of School in cultivation and solicitation assignments in coordination with Development office.
• Maintain excellent external working relationships with members of the Board of Trustees, administrative and faculty staff, community members, donors, parents (current and past) of students, alumnae, high school and college/university presidents and other administrative officers of secondary institutions and colleges/universities.
• Assume responsibility for special research and other projects as directed by the Head of School
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience from accredited college or university
• A minimum of five years of experience in executive-level support positions, preferably in other schools
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Microsoft Software efficient (Outlook, Word, PPT, Excel)
• Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a collaborative environment
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
• Must present professional image on phone and in person
• Previous experience working with a Board of Trustees preferred

How to Apply / Contact
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Development Operations Manager

Date Posted: 6/10/2022
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Development
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position
Education: Bachelor's Degree

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy of learning. Building an inclusive and connected school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.  In keeping with the philosophy of our founder Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.

Description:

This position is an integral member of the Development team and is responsible for the database as well as general office support.  They will manage the data health and integrity of all constituent and gift data and ensure this data is properly operationalized and accessible. The ideal candidate is analytical, tech-savvy, and detail-oriented, while also being mindful of the importance of building meaningful relationships with the school’s various constituents. It will be important that this person has an attitude of “yes” and seeks ways to add value to donors and the development team. This individual is responsible for ensuring high standards of quality, consistency, and accuracy across all development records and research reports. The position is broken down into approximately 75% database work and 25% other administrative work.

Holy Child recently transitioned its fundraising systems to Blackbaud products and proficiency with Blackbaud is required but the ideal candidate will also have experience with Veracross and GiveCampus. This is a full-time in-person position.

Holy Child offers an excellent benefit package including health, dental & vision insurance, long term and short-term disability, flex spending accounts, and a 403(b) pension plan.

• Data Management
  • Demonstrate advanced capabilities with data management, database optimization, and data analytics.
  • Research industry best practices for database management and discuss any suggested updates to procedures with the Associate Director of Development and promptly update department written procedures and alert department staff if there are any changes to protocols.
  • Promote positive donor relations by helping to ensure the accuracy, confidentiality and integrity of biographical, demographical, gift records and other information.
  • Track the overall data health to establish a baseline and data health goal and subsequently provide the Head of Development with a quarterly report.
  • Oversees all Omatic data transitions ensuring Raisers Edge has all updated information on current and prospective families from Veracross.
  • Manages annual school year end roll over.
  • Maintain lists of active codes specific to Holy Child and advises the best method to track information when new coding is needed.
  • Manage data between integrating systems presently including Veracross, Intacct, GiveCampus, Venmo, Onecause and Graduway.
  • Continually update and maintain accurate contact information for constituents received via numerous channels – internal communications, returned mail, contact update forms, gift correspondence, change or address services, etc.
• Reports and Lists
  • Pull segmented mailing lists for solicitations and correspondence.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting of progress against annual fundraising goals
  • Design and run regular reports as needed including but not limited to constituency-specific participation, giving society updates and campaign tracking.
  • Prepare all CASE, NAIS, and similar surveys and reports.
  • Document and maintain procedures, workflows, processes, and complex functions.
  • Address "critical needs" that occur on a short notice and require immediate action and serve as a resource for team members.
• Prospect Management
  • Assist with Prospect Management by importing contact notes, or creating a process to do so, as well as producing the Prospect Management Tracking Report.
  • Conducts annual Target Analytics Research
• Gift Management
  • Process all gifts, pledges, pledge payments, matching claims, tribute gifts, stock gifts and other contributions within 24 hrs ensuring accuracy of all records including proper soft crediting when appropriate.
  • Distribute Daily Gift Reports
  • Serve as the liaison to the Business office and reconcile all gifts.
  • Produce gift acknowledgement letters within two business days to be reviewed by the Head of Development and then oversee the distribution to donors.
  • Ensure all pledge reminders are sent in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate annual reports and stewardship materials for endowments and restricted funds with input from the primary constituent manager.
  • Send out annual tax statements each January.
  • Directly connect with donors regarding contribution confirmations, recurring gifts and gift inquiries as needed.
• Events
  • Assist with event activities, particularly event gift processing, registration forms, mailing lists, tracking RSVPs as well as staffing events.
• Administrative Support
  • Scheduling support for the Office
  • Assist Head of Development through other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors’ degree or relevant work experience, including three-five years experience working in development and/or data management. The ideal candidate will have experience working in development and data management in an independent school.
• Extensive knowledge of Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge. The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing a Raiser’s Edge database.
• Understanding of financial systems and ability to interpret and report on financial information.
• Experience in data analysis, gift processing, and donor acknowledgment; familiar with annual fundraising cycle and common development terminology and needs.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
• Willingness to be a team player and member of the community.
• Interact with all community members in a professional and respectful manner whether communicating in person, on the phone or by email.
• Strong understanding of, and respect for, Catholic faith, beliefs, and practice.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Occasional night and weekend work is required.
• Able to lift small items of up to 20 pounds occasionally.

How to Apply / Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Program Associate

Date Posted: 6/10/2022
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Campus Ministry
Type of Position: Full-Time, 10-month position
Education: Bachelor's Degree

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy of learning. Building an inclusive and connected school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.  In keeping with the philosophy of our founder Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.

Responsibilities include:

• Program support to the Campus Ministry and Christian Service programs including but not limited to coordinating service opportunities with partner sites, arranging transportation, and facilitating registration and permission forms
• Running quarterly reports in the X2Vol service software and submitting reminders of deadlines for service hours to school communications platforms
• Supporting major events of these offices including All School Day of Service and Sr. Thea Bowman LeadHERship Conference, Retreats, Masses and prayer services
• Scheduling appointments, answering phones, and maintaining files for the Heads of Mission and Ministry and Head of Diversity
• Providing assistance and information to students
• Maintaining calendars for the Heads, including support in developing the major dates calendar for the school
• Help coordinate invitations and logistics for guest speakers and priests for events on and off campus
• Support logistics for events including retreats, conferences, and meetings for students, faculty and staff, parents, and alumnae
• Drafting correspondence and emails as needed
• Organizing and sending annual information e-bulletins to families and other correspondence to students and families as needed, periodically updating the faculty, student, and parent portals on the website as it relates to the calendar and documents for download
• Coordinating setup and technology requests for meetings and events. Assisting with preparing the schedules for the opening and end-of-school-year meetings/activities
• Providing support on projects, scheduling student events, and issuance/collection of student permission slips
• Assisting with budget tracking for the Heads and ordering supplies for events, retreats, and programs
• Maintaining electronic and paper files; respond to routine inquiries, and refer matters to appropriate staff,

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A./B.S. required
• A deep understanding of and appreciation for Catholic faith and practice as well as the mission of Catholic Education,
• Energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to community service.
• Capacity for handling confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to manage projects and events.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

How to Apply / Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Assistant Head of Development

Date Posted: 5/27/2022
Date Needed: Immediately
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Development
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position
Education: Bachelor's Degree

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy of learning. Building an inclusive and connected school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Description & Details:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.  In keeping with the philosophy of our founder Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.

Responsibilities include:

Fundraising

• Coordinate the annual giving operations to ensure annual metrics are achieved on time and within budget.
• With the support of the Fund for Holy Child Manager, oversee all aspects of The Fund for Holy Child with an expectation to be data driven and have the ability to be responsive throughout the year if corrective actions are needed to meet goals.
• Collaborate with the marketing & communications team to write, design, and create materials to support annual giving efforts, including direct mail and email appeals, impact reports, the annual report, website content and social media posts.
• Recruit and manage Fund for Holy Child volunteers for all constituencies with timely updates, clear guidance and positive encouragement.
• Develop and grow relationships with leadership gift prospects through phone, email, video call, and face-to-face meetings.
• Coordinates with the Head of Development to support the Mayfield Society and campaign outreach.
• Manage the Holy Child Partners Program to engage corporate support.

Stewardship

• Design and implement, in partnership with the Head of Development, a creative and segmented stewardship program to strengthen and build long-term relationships with constituents including the Mayfield Society, first-time donors, leadership donors and the Legacy Society.
• Manage content and coordinate production of Annual Report and other Development publications

Data Management

• Oversees the Development Operations to ensure data entry is accurate, stewardship is continuous and personalized, outreach is targeted and all constituent groups are meaningfully engaged.

Collaborate with colleagues on reunion fundraising.

Events and Committees

• With the support of the Special Events and Parent Programs Manager, oversee logistics for stewardship and special events including the Head of School Recognition Dinner, Leadership Reception, Fund-A-Tiger Gala Reception, Grandparents & Special Friends Day, Mayfield Market and the Gala as well as the HCPA Events.
• Serve as an ambassador for Holy Child, representing the school at internal and external events as needed.

Committee and Meeting Support

• Manage the HCPA Executive Board in Coordination with the Head of Upper School and Middle School including supporting Coffee and Conversation presentations.
• Establish a student club to both bridge the student and alumnae communities and to bring greater understanding of philanthropy at Holy Child.
• Attend Development Committee meetings and take minutes as requested; update and share presentation materials as directed by the Head of Development; assist with scheduling of meetings.
• Maintain minutes Department meetings.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors’ degree or relevant work experience, including five years experience working in fundraising. The ideal candidate will have experience working in development in an independent school.
• Proven track record of closing four- to five-figure gifts, upgrading current donors and increasing participation to meet or exceed fundraising goals.
• Strong command of fundraising principles, best practices, and trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge.
• Experience with graphic design such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, preferred.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, to demonstrate group presentation skills, and to conduct meetings.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and relate well with others including superiors, colleagues, donors, volunteers, and other individuals inside and outside the School — the ideal candidate exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others whether communicating in person, on the phone or by email, and works to maintain positive and constructive working relationships.
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
• Willingness to be a team player and member of the community.
• Strong understanding of, and respect for, Catholic faith, beliefs, and practice.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Occasional night and weekend work is required.
• Able to lift small items of up to 20 pounds occasionally.

How to Apply / Contact

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Connelly School of the Holy Child to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with applicants for employment and to make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely upon job-related factors.

Associate Campus Minister

Date Posted: 5/23/22
Date Needed: Aug 15, 2022
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Technology
Type of Position: Full-Time, 12-month position
Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Masters preferred
Experience Requirement: 2 or more years of ministry

Our Community:
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Description:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate educators to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to our Holy Child Network goals of faith, community, justice, peace and compassion, and the dignity and uniqueness of each person.

Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty/staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

The Associate Campus Minister at Connelly School of the Holy Child is responsible for spiritual support and programming as well as community service for young women in grades 6-12, in the Catholic tradition.  This new position reports to and collaborates with the Head of Mission and Ministry, and works collaboratively with the Student Life and Religion Departments.

This role is key to the mission of Holy Child and the Network of Schools across the United States, with the goal to “foster a faith commitment that engenders a joyous personal relationship with God in addressing the challenges of the world”.

The primary responsibilities include

• Promoting the spiritual growth of students through prayer and sacramental life, school prayer services, retreats,
• Directing the comprehensive Christian service program and encouraging students towards the vision of becoming women of Cornelia Connelly’s Actions Not Words.

Responsibilities Include:

• Plans and leads spiritual retreats for each grade level, with lead responsibility for middle school retreats and 10^th grade retreat. Provides support in planning of Freshman Retreat, Junior Kairos and Senior Retreats in partnership with Head of Mission and Ministry.  With coaching, will lead Kairos retreat in year 2.
• Maintains relationships with retreat centers and coordinates logistics of transportation, meals, permission forms, supplies, and retreat accommodations.
• Maintains relationships with priests to support the sacramental life of the community, primarily for Mass and Reconciliation.
• Plans for weekly student-led prayer services for whole school community, as well as for middle school and upper school divisions.
• Recruits student leaders, facilitates collaborative work meetings, and implements student-led grade level Chapel times for middle school and upper school grades.
  Creates and fosters leadership opportunities for students including liturgical and retreat ministries.
• Works with Head of Mission and Ministry and Visual and Performing Arts Departments on schoolwide special prayer services including Advent Lessons and Carols, Epiphany Tableau, Living Stations of the Cross, and May Crowning.
• Implements the school’s comprehensive Christian Service program including grade-level service requirements across all grades.
• Supports students seeking to find service opportunities that match individual interests and passions.
• Facilitates a Middle School elective course, “Charity in Action”, promoting service learning, exploration, and reflection.
• Serves as the moderator for Holy Child’s Best Buddies Club, leading all elements of this partnership with Best Buddies of Maryland and Potomac Community Resources including communications, student leadership development, facilitating training and event planning and logistics.
• Serves as Office representative to Religion Department for monthly meetings.
• Reports to and collaborates with the Head of Mission and Campus Ministry for the responsibilities described here, as well as to support other community efforts as needed, including in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Additional Requirements:

Some night and weekend work is expected including facilitating overnight retreats on- and off-campus, and several Sunday Masses each year.  Must also be available to facilitate day-long and overnight Christian service opportunities.  This individual is also required to drive the school van with students and/or packages and materials.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A./B.S. required; Masters degree preferred.

Practicing Roman Catholic with experience working in diocesan, parish, nonprofit, or school-based ministry.

How to Apply / Contact
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org

Instructional Technologist/Librarian

Date Posted: 2/2/22
Date Needed: Fall 2022
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Media Specialist/Librarian
Type of Position: Full-Time
Education: Master’s Degree
Experience Requirement: 3 years

Description:
Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy for learning.

Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Our Community
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Description:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking a passionate Instructional Technologist/Librarian to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to the uniqueness of each student; where innovation, academic excellence, and a joy of learning are a priority. Building an inclusive and connected school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information through the refinement and implementation of an information literacy curriculum that integrated into the larger school curriculum
• Empowering students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers and resource specialists to leverage media and technology in the design and implementation of lessons and units of instruction and assessing student learning and instructional effectiveness.
• Providing the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school, and is an integral component of the learning/instructional program.
• Creating an environment that is inviting, conducive to active and participatory learning, and provides support and resources for students and teachers.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information & Library Science required with teaching experience in various levels of secondary education. Master’s Degree preferred; MSDE certification preferred
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values
• Genuine enthusiasm and passion for creating an environment that promotes the development of 21^st century skills amongst students and faculty
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
• Experience implementing a variety of instructional technology integration strategies
• Enjoys working collaboratively to develop and plan curricula.

How to Apply / Contact
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org

Psychology Teacher

Date Posted: 1/21/22
Date Needed: Fall 2022
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Social Studies Teacher
Type of Position: Full-Time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Masters Preferred
Experience Requirement: 3+ years

Description:
Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2022-2023 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy for learning.

Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Our Community
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Description:

The Social Studies Department is seeking a versatile instructor, capable of teaching a variety of classes with a special emphasis on Psychology. Ideal candidates would be capable of teaching all levels of study – from College Preparatory courses to Advanced Placement. At Holy Child we aim to foster a collaborative teaching environment and ask teachers to plan with department and cross-curricular goals in mind. Candidates should be familiar with best practices in research and writing, differentiation, use of technology in the classroom, and possess a diverse array of instructional strategies.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach various levels of Social Studies courses including Psychology to Upper School students of diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Committed to professional growth to enhance student learning
• Respond to the needs of Holy Child, including service learning, advisory program, assigned supervision and other duties as assigned
• An active commitment to enhancing our school community through involvement on committees and in student life activities
• Effective and consistent communication with students, parents, staff, and community
• Develop, select, and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a diverse population.
• Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and the emotional development of young women

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies required with teaching experience in various levels of secondary education. Master’s Degree preferred; MSDE certification preferred
• Ability to create a culturally responsive classroom that fosters a sense of belonging and ensures that all students feel respected and challenged
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values
• Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth and passion for teaching and inspiring a love of learning
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
• Experience using a variety of pedagogical strategies
• Enjoys working collaboratively to develop and plan curricula.
• Proven experience engaging students in class experiences that foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity
• Ability to develop students’ historical and political voice through strong reading, writing, and research curriculum.

How to Apply / Contact
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources:  humanresources@holychild.org

Head of Human Resources

Date Posted: 5/3/22
Date Needed: Immediate
City: Potomac, MD. Montgomery County
Primary Category: Head of Human Resources
Type of Position: Full-Time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Masters Preferred
Experience Requirement: 5+ years related field

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Description and Details:

Reporting to the Head of School, the Head of Human Resources will be an integral member of Holy Child’s collaborative executive team.  The Head of Human Resources will lead and manage all functional areas of human resources (HR) and will be responsible for developing and implementing an inclusive and equitable human resources strategy in support of the school’s strategic priorities. He/she will set a professional, inclusive environment and cultivate a positive work culture. They will ensure that Holy Child runs smoothly and will support the growth and retention of faculty and staff.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Maintain a collegial, confidential, and helpful atmosphere for faculty and staff, acting as the go-to resource for all HR matters
• Partner with internal stakeholders to implement strategies for employee engagement and retention.
• Manage recruitment of employees to include full-time, part-time, exempt, non-exempt, seasonal, faculty, and staff, with a focus on organization structure for right size and right fit
• In consultation with Head of Finance, create and manage staff recognition and reward programs.
• Coordinate the recruiting process for new employees, including the advertising of positions, reviewing resumes, arranging, and assisting with interviews, checking references, communicating, and updating the organizational chart
• Support the administration in the planning for and assignment of educational staff including projected vacancies, transfer actions, long-term substitute teacher assignments.
• Manage the employee onboarding experience including maintaining documentation and coordinating payroll and benefits, facility and system access, background checks, and mandatory training
• Manage the offboarding experience, either from voluntary or involuntary separation, including coordinating payroll and benefits, facility and system access, and exit interviews
• Maintain personnel files to answer inquiries such as employment verifications, employee reference letters for teaching certificates, and fingerprint validity
• Manage and maintain a catalog of training and professional development opportunities, both mandatory and optional, for faculty and staff, leveraging appropriate funding and resources available
• Manage training and maintaining documentation to ensure compliance with critical risk areas including but not limited to child safety and welfare, discrimination, and sexual harassment
• Facilitate the resolution of issues as they pertain to employee relations, including conducting personnel investigations as necessary and documenting evidence-based reports of such meetings, complete with resolutions, and providing follow up support where necessary
• Collaborate with leadership as to the drafting, review and updating of HR policies and procedures to include the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
• Work with Head of Finance and Operations on any matters that may trigger Employment Liability Claims.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred), and a minimum of 3 years of HR experience in the above areas.
• Thorough understanding of HR policies and procedures, and knowledge of Federal and State regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, HIPAA, and EEO laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with all aspects of HR, including compensation, recruitment, benefits, training.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are essential. Ability to lead meetings and presentations, and ability to interface with all levels of staff with tact and diplomacy.
• Must be a collaborative team player, possess a strong customer service orientation, and be a consultative problem-solver.
• Ability to advocate for both staff and management.
• Highly proactive style of work, with a demonstrated track record of developing innovative approaches.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Experience with analyzing data to guide strategic employment planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

How to Apply/Contact: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: humanresources@holychild.org

Substitute Teacher

Responsibilities include:

• Provide classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans.
• Create a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment, by adhering to and enforcing all health and safety protocols.
• Maintain established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned.
• Maintain a professional appearance as an example to students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
• Communicate effectively with parents when needed.
• Meet and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or similar field
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values
• Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth and inspire a love of learning
• Ability to integrate digital tools in the classroom
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
• Experience using a variety of pedagogical strategies

How to Apply / Contact:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and letters of reference to: humanresources@holychild.org

Bus Driver (Part-time)

Connelly School of the Holy Child, a girls’ independent school in the Washington D.C. metro area, is accepting applications for a bus driver for morning and afternoon routes. The maximum amount of time required will be three hours a day, Monday through Friday.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, possession of a satisfactory driving record, able to pass a background check and random drug testing. Ability to manage students while driving. Ability to understand directions regarding bus routes and special arrangements. Additional opportunities include daytime transportation for field trips and events.

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@holychild.org.

How to Apply / Contact
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference to: humanresources@holychild.org

Connelly School of the Holy Child, a girls’ independent school in the Washington D.C. metro area, is accepting applications for an assistant junior varsity and assistant varsity tennis coach. These positions report to the Director of Athletics.

Qualified candidates must have previous coaching or playing experience, have a positive coaching style, value teamwork and sportsmanship and have a strong understanding of the fundamentals of tennis. Practices take place Monday-Friday between the hours of 3:30-6:00. Matches are played Monday-Friday typically at 4:15. The fall season starts August 22 and runs through October 30. The spring season starts February 27 and runs through May 12. This is a stipend paid position per season.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Jamie Ready, Athletic Director (jready@holychild.org).  No phone calls please.