Job Opportunities

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• School Counselor

  Bishop Ireton High School is seeking a full-time, comprehensive School Counselor to join our counseling team for the 2025-2026 school year at our campus in Alexandria, Virginia.  School counselors aim to assist students in making the most of their high school experience through academic advising, college readiness and career development, short-term personal/social/emotional counseling, and engaging with the school community beyond the counseling office.

  Qualifications: 

  • Candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church who will promote the Catholic mission of the school.
  • Possess a master’s degree in School Counseling or related field.
  • Possess or work toward obtaining a Pupil Personnel Services License in the Commonwealth of Virginia. 
  • Knowledge of counseling techniques and intervention strategies.
  • Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  Core Responsibilities: 

  • Collaborate with the team within the Office of Counseling Services to develop and provide a comprehensive school counseling program to serve the needs of all students in the areas of personal, social, emotional, academic, and college/career development.
  • Advise students and families on four-year educational planning and course selection.
  • Assist students with the college/career search process. 
  • Write individualized letters of recommendation for students applying to college, summer programs, and scholarships.
  • Collect, analyze, and use data to develop, implement, and evaluate student needs and the school counseling program.
  • Work with teachers and administrators to assist in strategizing approaches to maximize student development. 
  • Upholds and exemplifies high standards of professionalism in fair treatment of all community members.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with three professional references, current resume, and written personal philosophy of education in a Catholic school environment to Tina Becker, Manager of Administrative Services, at tina.becker@bishopireton.org.

  
  

  Applicants need to submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington Office of Catholic Schools at https://arlingtondiocese.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.

  
  

  Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check and take required in-person Virtus training. 

  
  

  About Bishop Ireton
  
  

  Bishop Ireton, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school in historic Alexandria, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a three-tiered focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), humanities and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is central to the school’s mission. Bishop Ireton’s quality is reflected in its distinguished faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing every graduate head to college - often to the most prestigious universities and service academies.

• Physics Teacher (Full-Time)

  Bishop Ireton High School has an opening for a full-time Physics teacher for the 2025-2026 school year at our campus in Alexandria, Virginia.
  
  

  Candidates will:

  • demonstrate professionalism in a collaborative environment.
  • have strong communication skills.
  • possess a bachelor's degree in a science field; master's degree preferred.
  • possess or be willing to obtain a Virginia teaching license or VCEA license
  • citizenship, residency or work visa required

  Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check and take required in-person Virtus training.

  
  

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with three professional references, current resume, and written personal philosophy of education in a Catholic school environment to Tina Becker, Manager of Administrative Services, at tina.becker@bishopireton.org. Applicants should submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington Office of Catholic Schools.

  
  

  About Bishop Ireton

  
  Bishop Ireton, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school in historic Alexandria, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a three-tiered focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), humanities and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is central to the school’s mission. Bishop Ireton’s quality is reflected in its distinguished faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing every graduate head to college - often to the most prestigious universities and service academies.

• College & Career Specialist

  Bishop Ireton High School (Alexandria, VA) is seeking a full-time College and Career Specialist to join our counseling team as an 11-month employee for the 2025-2026 school year. This position will work with students and families, in conjunction with school counselors, to support informed decisions about post-secondary opportunities and all aspects of the college process. This is an added position to the current BI counseling team (consisting of five comprehensive school counselors and a registrar), which assists students in making the most of their high school experience and preparation for life after it. Through short-term personal, social, and emotional counseling, academic advising, college and career advising, and by engaging with the school community beyond the counseling office, the Bishop Ireton Counseling team takes a holistic approach to this goal and seeks a qualified specialist to provide additional resources for college guidance within the increasingly complex and competitive college application process. The College and Career Specialist will report to the Director of Counseling. This specialist’s work will complement that of the existing team members with a dedicated focus on programming related to college readiness and career development and will not include managing a student caseload.
  
  

  Core Responsibilities: 

  • College Advising
    • Maintaining expertise on current college admission trends and issues; maintaining membership in professional organizations (i.e. NACAC, College Board, ACT, etc.) and attending professional development to advance school programming.
    • Organizing and maintaining materials for the BI college resource center (located within the school’s student wellness center), including college scholarship opportunities. 
    • Collecting, analyzing, and using data to evaluate student/family needs within the college counseling process.
    • Collaborating with the counseling team to develop grade-level appropriate informational programs on college admissions for students and families in grades 9-12 (which includes school day and evening programming). 
    • Contributing information related to college via school and counseling team publications.
    • Facilitating on-campus visits by college admission counselors.
    • Facilitating military academy application process needs for students, working with academy representatives.
    • Working within college search and application software (Scoir).
  • Testing 
    • Coordinating and executing standardized tests, including PSAT, AP Exams, and occasional Weekend SAT or SAT School Day needs).
  • Communication 
    • Collaborating with the Director of Counseling, the counseling team, and various other stakeholders (administration, students, families, college admission counselors, professional organizations, etc.) on all areas of college programming and the college application and testing process.
    • Building and maintaining strong relationships with top universities and colleges and collegiate admissions representatives.
    • Upholding and exemplifying high standards of professionalism in fair treatment of all community members.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications: 

  • Possess a bachelor's degree in a related field; master's degree preferred
  • Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting equitable college and career advisory services to a diverse population. 
  • Experience working in post-secondary and career counseling at a high school and/or in the admissions office of an undergraduate college/university.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of colleges and universities; Additional knowledge on international universities preferred as well.
  • Experience with public speaking along with the ability to communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians.
  • Commitment to promoting the Catholic mission of the school. 
  • U.S. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with three professional references, current resume, and written personal philosophy of college preparatory education in a Catholic school environment to Tina Becker, Manager of Administrative Services, at tina.becker@bishopireton.org.
   

  Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check and take required in-person Virtus training.

  
  

  About Bishop Ireton
  
  

  Bishop Ireton is a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school serving 925+ students in historic Alexandria, Virginia, that began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a three-tiered focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), humanities and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is central to the school’s mission. Bishop Ireton’s quality is reflected in its distinguished faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing every graduate head to college - often to the most prestigious universities and service academies.

• Mathematics Teacher

  Bishop Ireton High School has an opening for a full-time Math teacher for the 2025-2026 school year at our campus in Alexandria, Virginia.  Candidates should be able to teach Algebra, Geometry and Pre-Calculus, and Statistics experience is a plus.

  
  

  Candidates will: 

  • Demonstrate professionalism in a collaborative environment.
  • Have strong communication skills.
  • Possess a bachelor's degree in Math; master's degree preferred.
  • Possess or be willing to obtain a Virginia teaching license or VCEA license.
  • Possess required citizenship, residency or work visa.
  • Promote the Catholic mission of the school 

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with three professional references, current resume, and written personal philosophy of education in a Catholic school environment to Tina Becker, Manager of Administrative Services, at tina.becker@bishopireton.org. 

  
  

  Applicants should submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington Office of Catholic Schools at https://arlingtondiocese.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.

  
  

  Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check and take required in-person Virtus training. 

   

  About Bishop Ireton
  
  

  Bishop Ireton, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school in historic Alexandria, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a three-tiered focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), humanities and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is central to the school’s mission. Bishop Ireton’s quality is reflected in its distinguished faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing every graduate head to college - often to highly prestigious universities and service academies.

• Communications and Digital Media Intern

  Position Overview:
  
  The Communications and Digital Media Intern will support Bishop Ireton High School's communication efforts by creating, analyzing and supporting digital content across various platforms. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a college student studying communications or a related field to gain hands-on experience in a professional environment while contributing to the school's mission.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Alongside the Digital Brand Manager, develop social media content for platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
  • Create multimedia content such as graphics, videos, and animations to support school initiatives following school brand guidelines.
  • Research and document digital engagement strategies to enhance future campaigns.
  • Collaborate with the Digital Brand Manager on summer projects, including creating promotional materials for fall events.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions for digital marketing strategies and school-wide communications.

  Qualifications:

  • Must be a current college student, having completed one collegiate year, 30+ credits by job start), majoring in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with social media platforms and content management tools.
  • Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) and/or Canva.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Bishop Ireton alumni status preferred.

  Schedule and Compensation:

  • Two days per week (Tuesday and Thursday, 9 am - 3 pm) onsite
  • May-August internship duration (with flexibility for start and end date)
  • Stipend offered

  Application Process:
  
  Interested candidates should submit the following to tina.becker@bishopireton.org:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover letter detailing interest in the position and relevant experience
  3. Portfolio showcasing previous work (optional but encouraged)

• Certified Athletic Trainer (Immediate Opening)

  Bishop Ireton High School is currently seeking a full-time Certified Athletic Trainer beginning immediately for the 2024-2025 school year. The Certified Athletic Trainer, who will report to the Athletic Director. The Certified Athletic Trainer will provide the appropriate medical support, education, and advice to athletes and guardians, the coaching staff, and the AD regarding injuries, conditions and sports medicine-related issues in a proactive as well as reactive manner. This position is required to maintain all athletic-related medical information, including, but not limited to sports medicine policies and procedures, certified athletic physical exam records establishing fitness for physical activities, documentation of injuries, illnesses, and pre-existing conditions that may impact wellness and ability for athletes to compete safely. When appropriate, provide medical treatment, physical therapy, rehabilitative treatment for injuries and conditions related to an athlete’s ability to compete, including the appropriate time to return to normal activities. 

  
  

  Essential Functions

  • Provide athletic training services during athletic contests, practices, and other activities, as necessary.
  • Provide advice and “return to competition” decisions to players, parents, coaches & staff regarding athlete’s medical condition
  • Maintain accurate records of medical exams, injuries, and rosters of athletes; with school nurse, co-administrator for MAGNUS health system (for athlete-related functions).
  • Report to diocesan risk management those school-related injuries that may require the attention of a doctor or other fee-based health care provider
  • Assist with Bishop Ireton concussion management policy
  • Other tasks as may be assigned by the AD

  
  

  The ideal candidate will demonstrate: 

  • A commitment to a successful athletic program of education, competition, and sportsmanship that fosters the values espoused by the Catholic mission of Bishop Ireton High School
  • Confidentiality
  • A customer service orientation, a positive attitude, and overall enthusiasm for BI athletics

  
  

  Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Graduate from an accredited undergraduate or graduate athletic training program required.
  • Experience: Five or more years of experience preferred.
  • Licensure/certification/registration: NATA BOC certification and Virginia Athletic Training license required.
  • Additional skills required: Excellent customer service, written and oral communication, basic computer application skills, and ability to multitask. Facility with or willingness to learn school management software (Blackbaud). 
  • Additional skills preferred: Hold or ability to hold Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) certification(s).

  
  

  Terms of Employment

  • Full-time, 11-month employee with the option to work summer camps in the 12th month
  • Hours subject to responsibilities of position and frequently requires evening and weekend duty
  • Background check and Virtus training
  • Valid driver’s license 

  
  

  Start Date:       September 2024

  
  

  Salary:             Competitive and commensurate with experience

  
  

  Benefits:          We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including 403(b) and pension. 

  
  

  Contact:          Candidates interested in joining this dynamic, faith-centered organization are invited to submit a cover letter, current resume, and at least three (3) professional references by email to tina.becker@bishopireton.org.

  About Bishop Ireton
  
  

  Bishop Ireton, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school in historic Alexandria, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) initiatives. The spirit of community service and giving back is part of everything the school does. Bishop Ireton’s top-tier status is reflected in its talented faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing virtually every graduate head to college - often to the most prestigious universities and service academies.