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Aug 20, 2018

Head of School- Sacred Hearts Academy Featured

Head of School – Sacred Hearts Academy Honolulu, Hawai’i Introduction Sacred Hearts Academy in Honolulu, HI is the only all-girls Catholic school in Hawaii, and it serves as the educational center of the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts. The Academy welcomed its first class of students on September 12, 1909. Over the last century, Sacred Hearts has built a rich tradition of preparing young women for success in college, professional careers, and leadership in their communities. Today, Sacred Hearts Academy offers an independent college preparatory education to students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school challenges students to achieve their full potential and prepares them for post-secondary education. Its programs value and reinforce the spiritual, moral, physical and intellectual development and learning of each student. A distinctive component of the Academy is its Service Learning Program. As a National School of Character, Sacred Hearts integrates character education into each area of the curriculum as well as extracurricular programs. School enrollment is approximately 900 students, and the Academy has a staff of 120 members, including administrators, teachers and support staff. As a result of the planned retirement of our current head of school, the Academy’s Board of Directors is initiating a search for the next head. The starting date for this position is July 1, 2019. Position Overview In her 27 years of leadership, our current Head of School has built a legacy that positions Sacred Hearts Academy with local and national prominence in STEM education, the Arts, athletics, and development of women as professional, social and spiritual leaders. The campus now integrates historic and modern educational facilities. The Academy is known for the socio-economic and religious diversity of its student body, and for the personal warmth and hospitality of its faculty, staff, parents, and alumnae. We are looking for the next head of school to build on this legacy and the Academy’s celebrated history to put Sacred Hearts Academy at the forefront of values-based, 21st century education. Under the leadership of the next Head of School, the Academy will be a school of choice for parents of daughters across Oahu, and alumnae will be candidates of choice for employers across the State and beyond. The Academy is fortunate to have the support of many foundations and community partnerships. The next Head of School will continue to nurture and build these relationships. The Head of School is the Academy’s Chief Executive Officer and holds overall responsibility for the school, focusing directly on the mission and development of Sacred Hearts Academy. The Head of School, under the direction of the Board, is responsible for the strategic vision, planning, leadership and results of the Academy, and works closely with staff and faculty and in partnership with parents and the community. Specific areas of responsibility include: business operations, public outreach, donor relations, academic quality and character, and faith community. The head is also responsible for communication and relations with the Members of the Corporation of Sacred Hearts Academy and the Board of Directors. The next Head of School should have the soul of a teacher and demonstrated thought leadership in Pre-K -12 education. The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics: Proven executive leadership, including the presence, energy and vision needed to effect positive outcomes and to move the Academy into the future. Demonstrated ability to attract financial and other support for the Academy and to enhance the school’s established reputation. Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred. Practicing Catholic. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position to Marie Kumabe by September 30, 2018 for full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the ideal candidate has been hired. All inquiries will be kept confidential. The complete job description is available at: https://www.kumabehr.com/job-openings/. KUMABE HR 3465 Waialae Avenue, Suite 230 Honolulu, HI 96816 Phone: 808.629.7655 executivesearchsha@kumabehr.com Marie Kumabe, Principal Website: www.kumabehr.com

Kumabe HR Honolulu, HI, USA Full time

Jul 27, 2018

Seton Teaching Fellow Featured

About the Program . Seton Teaching Fellows (STF) is an initiative of Seton Education Partners, participating in its mission to serve underprivileged children and give them the opportunity to develop the knowledge, character, and faith necessary to earn a college degree, pursue lives of value and integrity, and become saints. Seton Teaching Fellows is a post-graduate mission opportunity that seeks to bring the Catholic faith to the margins of American society. A fellow helps students, their families, and peers know, love, and serve Christ and his Church, developing the habits, dispositions, and beliefs indispensable to human flourishing and happiness. He or she does this by teaching at a classically-inspired, virtue-based charter school connected to an explicitly Catholic faith formation program in the South Bronx, the poorest congressional district in America. Grounding their work within an intentional faith-based community, a Fellow receives the spiritual, sacramental, and communal nourishment necessary for forming disciples in this world and saints in the next. About Seton. Seton Education Partners was co-founded in 2009 by KIPP Foundation co-founder Scott Hamilton and Teach For America alumna Stephanie Saroki de García to expand opportunities for traditionally underserved children to receive a Catholic education that builds knowledge, character, and faith. Seton does this by strategically infusing creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and talented leadership to reverse the widespread decline of urban Catholic education. Seton pioneers new, “break-the-mold” approaches to achieving the academic, character, religious and social justice goals of Catholic education in an economically viable way. About the position. We’re looking for dynamic, faith-filled leaders who love working with kids, are passionate about serving the poor, and want to help underserved children make it to college and heaven. We’re looking for committed Christians who want to grow spiritually by living in an intentional faith community. We’re looking for tenacious servants who believe every child can learn and grow in virtue, and are ready to develop into great leaders. We’re looking for people who welcome challenges and are eager to lend their talents to making a dramatic difference in the lives of hundreds of children. The key responsibilities include: Working at a Great School Co-teach or work in Operations at Brilla Charter Schools , a network of high-performing public charter schools in the South Bronx that currently serves almost 700 students in grades K-5, across three different schools. For the 2018-2019 school year, our network will serve students in grades K-6 and continue to grow a grade each year until 8th grade. Witnessing the Faith Teach Catechism and character to children in a unique Catholic extended day enrichment program called El Camino Faith Formation Program . El Camino serves students at Brilla Public Charter Schools and committed to the ideals of the New Evangelization. Live in an intentional Catholic faith community that focuses on growing spiritually and living simply. Participate in an acclaimed adult formation program that includes three retreats per year, weekly formation, spiritual direction, access to weekly adoration and the sacraments, and networking with other Catholics in NYC. Qualifications and Desired Characteristics Faith-filled Catholic who seeks God in all things and is called to serve others. Core belief that all children can achieve both moral and academic excellence. Relentless, results-oriented achiever who is always looking for a better way to improve outcomes for their students. Sense of humor. Bachelor’s degree. Salary & Benefits Fellows receive housing rent-free and a modest living stipend, so you can enjoy all NYC has to offer. Seton does not provide health benefits directly, but can offer options for individuals to receive health insurance. Email tess@setonpartners.org for more information.

Seton Teaching Fellows New York, NY, USA Full time

Jul 27, 2018

Parish Music Director / K-12 Choir Music Teacher

St. Anthony Parish and Schools are looking for an energetic person with the ability to engage both children and adults. Responsibilities include coordinating music for weekend and school liturgies; teaching music to K-12 students; and directing youth / young adult choir(s) plus our adult choir. Qualifications: Eligible candidates have a demonstrated commitment to promoting Christian ethics and a strong dedication to fostering and developing a quality Christ-centered environment in the Catholic faith. For teaching, candidates with minimum of a bachelors’ degree and an Illinois Professional Educator License are preferred, but those completing licensure requirements may be considered. Diocesan salary and benefits apply for full-time positions. How to Apply: Electronically submit the following as email attachments to ckoenig @stanthony.com: Letter of Interest, Resume, Application of Employment, Copy of Transcripts, and Proof of Licensure. For more information regarding St. Anthony Parish & Schools and this position, visit www.stanthony.com or phone the parish office at 217-347-7129.

St. Anthony of Padua Church St Anthony Church, East Virginia Avenue, Effingham, IL, USA Full time

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