Employment Opportunities

St. Thomas is seeking a Director of Parent and Community Relations who will be responsible for establishing a cohesive strategy for the School and Church to build and maintain strong relationships with current and alumni families, school donors, and staff. This role will also oversee the development of external and internal communication to support key initiatives, including PA events, staff and faculty key messages, social media platforms, etc.  

• Drive and support parent engagement by serving as the liaison between the School and Parents Association, oversee special events, identify new engagement initiatives, and serve as a first filter when there are issues or problems before elevating to Head of School or Rector
• Manage and mentor parent relations support staff to ensure greater work output that truly reflects the school’s value, vision, and mission
• Support the Advancement Team’s stewardship efforts by providing insight into the passions and interests of key families

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and be responsible for executing parent relations school events, included, but not limited to: mentoring new families, parent coffees, alumni and grandparents’ events, gala, golf tournament, 5K, tennis tournament, etc.
• Support and oversee the Parents Association Board and Committees 
• Strategically develop special constituencies programs (parent, grandparent, and alumni and families, donor appreciation) to build community and serve the larger fundraising goals of the school
• Manage the development of written, verbal or visual communication to support various events and initiatives such as; gala, tournaments, faculty & staff appreciation, etc.
• Support the Chief Advancement Officer in stewardship efforts
• Plan a comprehensive calendar of events to engage current families leveraging various touchpoints and interests
• Support Faculty & Staff in navigating and managing relationships with parents (i.e. HRCs, Committee Chairs, etc.)  
• Ensure honest support to the leadership team
• Adhere to the school's Essential Expectations and Characteristics of Professional Excellence

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven team management and organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• An enthusiasm for working with people
• High-level ability to manage many projects simultaneously involving all constituencies and volunteers
• An understanding and commitment to supporting the schools fundraising efforts
• Bachelor of Arts degree

IndySchool Consultancy has been retained by St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School to lead the search for our next Director of Development. 

For more information, please contact Davina Spillmann at davina@indyschoolconsultancy.com or check out the Opportunity Statement.

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School seeks a strategic, relationship‑driven Director of Development to lead annual giving, signature fundraising events and major gifts strategy in partnership with the Chief Advancement Officer. The Director of Development is a key leadership position within the school, responsible for implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies to support the school’s mission and strategic goals. The DoD will work closely with the Administration, Board of Trustees, Vestry, alumni, parents, and other key stakeholders to cultivate relationships, secure financial support, and promote a culture of philanthropy within the school community.

IndySchool Consultancy is proud to partner with St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School in leading this search. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references in confidence to davina@indyschoolconsultancy.com or APPLY HERE.

Confidential review of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is seeking a Lower School Elementary Teacher with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience teaching Lower School.  In this position, the Teacher will be responsible for creating a balanced instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.  Will work to deepen students' understanding of the English language through oral and written language activities. Will establish effective rapport with colleagues, students assigned to the classroom and their families.  Will help motivate students to develop positive attitudes towards learning and the knowledge needed to provide a strong educational foundation that will prepare them for success.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: 

• Support the strategic plan envisioned by the school with respect to pedagogy and curriculum
• Promote the development of social and emotional learning competencies of students through the Responsive Classroom Methodology
• Establish a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment that excites and engages students
• Create, develop, and implement integrated units based on standards and curriculum with grade level team and special area teachers
• Design lesson plans and impart education based on individual students’ abilities; differentiate lesson plans to the needs of all learners
• Develop project-based learning units which include cross-curricular connections
• Ensure teaching methods are adapted to the varying needs of individual students including enrichment or remediation activities
• Integrate technology seamlessly and appropriately into lessons
• Use a wide array of instructional strategies such as guided reading, shared reading, modeling, group discussions, literacy circles, interactive read aloud, writing workshop, and inquiry to facilitate understanding
• Access learning aids and materials for the purpose of teaching concepts in class
• Assist in planning, organizing, participating, and chaperoning class trips and events

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of differing student learning styles, cooperative learning, and differentiation
• Strong instructional methods and classroom management skills
• Expertise in developing and teaching reading, math, and social studies skills 
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team of teachers
• Excellent technology skills and the ability to incorporate technology into curriculum
• High level of personal organization and planning
• Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude

DEGREE:

• Bachelor’s in Elementary Education, Master's degree preferred
• Valid Florida Certification with appropriate endorsements

St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is searching for Associate Teachers who will work alongside the Lead Teacher to help deepen the students' understanding of the English language through reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will help motivate students to develop positive attitudes towards learning and the knowledge needed to provide a strong academic foundation that will prepare them for future success.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: 

• Support the strategic plan envisioned by the school with respect to pedagogy and curriculum
• Promote the development of social and emotional learning competencies of students through the Responsive Classroom Methodology
• Assist with organizing, preparing, and teaching all areas of the curriculum, including lesson plans and assessments (assisting with report cards)
• Work comfortably in small groups 
• Work 1:1 with students who need support or enrichment; able to run a group without step by step instructions
• Provide assistance conducting various individual assessments, as the teacher directs 
• Clerical:  photocopying, checking papers, filing, laminating, daily folders
• Assist with escorting students to and from special area classrooms and with lunch and after-school duties
• Provide assistance with all classroom and school duties

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with young children in a school setting
• Excellent computer/technology skills
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Enjoys working with children, in small or large groups, as well as with individual students
• Excellent organizational skills; works effectively to complete tasks in a timely manner
• A cheerful, friendly, and positive attitude 
• The ability to take control and make decisions that benefit the children
• Ability to be given “classroom duties” such as creating a bulletin board or teaching a lesson

DEGREE:

• Associates degree in Elementary Education.  Bachelors in Early Childhood or Elementary Education preferred
• Associate teachers are expected to have or be working towards an AA degree in Education or Early Childhood Education

Ideal candidate must be mature, friendly, patient, enjoy working with young children. Willing and able to take over a class as required. Must be organized, self-sufficient, and able to interact effectively with students, parents, faculty and staff, and team with lead teacher.

Must possess professional classroom management skills, and have the ability to follow lesson plans and effectively and positively oversee and lead students in the classroom. Must have a Degree, certification a plus.

Compensation:
$130 daily, if less than a full day rate is prorated.
Hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., or otherwise indicated.

When searching for Associate Teachers to join St. Thomas, we look for individuals who will work alongside the Lead Teacher to help deepen students' understanding regarding all components of our curriculum. Associate Teachers will help motivate students to develop positive attitudes towards learning and the knowledge needed to provide a strong academic foundation that will prepare them for future success.

 DEGREE:

• Associates degree in Elementary Education.  Bachelor’s in early childhood or Elementary Education preferred

• Associate Teachers are expected to have or be working towards an AA degree in Education or Early Childhood Education

What we look for in a teacher is someone who will create a balanced instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.  Someone who will work to deepen students' understanding of the English language through reading, writing, speaking and listening.  Someone who will work to incorporate core content areas of social studies, science, technology, and math into daily instruction. Someone who will motivate students to develop a positive attitude towards learning and the knowledge needed to provide a strong academic foundation that will prepare them for success. 

 DEGREE:

• Bachelor’s in Elementary Education, Master's degree preferred

• Valid Florida Certification with appropriate endorsements