Position Classification: Part-time, 10-month, Program Support, salaried exempt

Hours: General hours of this position are approximately 2:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 1:45 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Friday with special hours during student holidays, professional days, and other hours as needed for meetings and professional development

Reports to: Director of Extended Day and Little Saints

Position Summary:

St. Christopher’s School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys’ schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeks a creative and flexible teacher for its Extended Day Program, a unique after-school opportunity for students to explore enriching academic, artistic, and athletic experiences.

Serving approximately 1,000 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher’s is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars—honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.

The Extended Day program serves St. Christopher’s and St. Catherine’s students from both the lower and middle schools by providing an extensive, year-round after-school program in a safe and familiar setting on the St. Christopher’s campus. 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Create and implement co-curricular lessons that foster student growth in academic, social, and emotional areas.
• Organize enrichment opportunities that include arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, and STEM activities.
• Facilitate study halls, provide academic support, and reinforce time management and study skills.
• Actively monitor student behavior and resolve disciplinary matters.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Extended Day team members and Lower School and Middle School teachers.
• Provide parents with professional, timely, and effective communication in written and oral form about the program, student progress, and the calendar and schedule.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development training.

Qualifications and Key Skills: 

• A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, policies, and initiatives
• A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School’s Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher’s Center for the Study of Boys
• A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
• A bachelor’s degree or an associate degree with experience in education preferred.
• A minimum of three years experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting. 
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Personal traits and communication style that nurture the growth of children.
• Passion and joy for working with young people and an enthusiasm for learning. 
• Creative and flexible mindset and a solid work ethic.
• Works cooperatively with adults and has a strong ability to multitask.
• Comfort with using technology daily and a willingness to learn and navigate specific platforms.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Often required to work in poor weather conditions such as temperature, precipitation, and wind during recess and carpool duty.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

How to Apply: 

We only accept applicant resumes through our online portal, which you can access here. Once you select the "Apply Now" button, it will take you through the prompts to complete your application and upload your resume, cover letter and other required documents.

Application deadline is open until filled. 

School Website: www.stchristophers.com 

About St. Christopher's School

Established in 1911, St. Christopher’s School, is a JK-12 all boys school in Richmond, VA. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has the reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the International Boys’ Schools Coalition and our very own Center for the Study of Boys, support the Second Century Vision, which states that we will be a global leader in understanding boys, engaging and teaching them effectively, and developing in them the strength of character, wisdom, and life skills required to succeed in college and to make a positive impact as leaders in a rapidly changing world. The School's single campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. St. Christopher's is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) and holds membership through the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), and the International Boys' Schools Coalition (IBSC). St. Christopher's School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, col...or, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, or disability. Mission Statement: St. Christopher’s School knows, loves, and celebrates boys, promotes their pursuit of excellence, and prepares them for lives of honor and integrity, service, and leadership.

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