Job Opportunities

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• Alumni and Advancement Events Manager

  Bishop Ireton High School is currently seeking a full-time Alumni and Advancement Events Manager beginning immediately. The Alumni and Advancement Events Manager will report to the Advancement Director and the Head of School. This position involves the development, design, planning and organizing of Bishop Ireton Alumni and Advancement event activities. These events occur both off-and on-site, and the responsibilities include the management of logistics such as facilities, invitations, donor/visitor management activities, caterers, vendors and travel logistics. Responsibilities require collaboration with the communications department, the facility maintenance staff, the technology department, various alumni groups and any department involved in support of these activities.

  
  

  This role has outward facing duties, as the Events Manager engages with alumni, families and friends of Bishop Ireton. The Event Manager must be able to navigate not only the logistical requirements of event planning (and working with event vendors), but must also exhibit finesse and flexibility in working with our alumni and families, who are also our valued donor base.

  
  

  This is a full time position at 35-40 hours per week, 12 months per year.
  
  

  Responsibilities:
  

  • Works with the Head of School and the Advancement Team members to conceptualize events and discuss all details regarding event planning; demonstrating good judgment and discrimination in making decisions and managing the events which affect the school as a whole, while staying in accordance with BI policies.
  • Implements a wide range of specialized activities per the annual advancement calendar, including alumni engagement, fundraising-oriented events (including the school’s annual Gala), and other scheduled events.
  • Plans, organizes, and identifies event locations and vendors; works with the Advancement department regarding logistics, guest lists, site selection, vendors, event goals and objectives, etc.
  • Prepares and executes detailed event planning timelines and task lists to effectively track progress of the event.
  • Assists the Head of School and Advancement team to promote events to targeted audiences. Oversees the completion of design and drafting of digital and physical invitations and other collateral. Collaborates to finalize guest lists; handles RSVPs; and works with the Communications office to engage media as necessary.
  • Utilizes expertise in technology (online communications, social media, software applications, etc.) to advance planning and programming needs.
  • Administers facilities and space logistics and manages equipment needs.
  • Determines and coordinates staffing needs for individual events, reaching out to other staff and volunteers, and leveraging collegial relationships when necessary.
  • Coordinates with the Head of School and the Advancement office on event budgets. Oversees financial processes that may include coordinating purchase orders and other business services functions as required.
  • Contributes to and participates in long-range unit event planning. Works with the Head of School and Advancement team to strategize event programming for the year; makes recommendations on event and alumni engagement opportunities.
  • Ensures smooth-running, effective events, including successfully recognizing and resolving potential and real problems in a timely manner using tact, sensitivity and discretion. 

  Required Qualifications 

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and public relations, including event design, organization and production.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Bishop Ireton campus, its vision, mission, programs and policies.
  • Skill in effectively meeting budget and time constraints.
  • Demonstrated organizational and project management skills to work successfully with clients to produce high quality events; and, for fundraising events, skills to provide excellent donor stewardship.
  • Professional experience in the event management field, CMP certification preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of key software applications used by the school, including Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with database applications. Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
  • Highly developed interpersonal communication skills.
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills.
  • Solid project management skills. Strong skills in short-term planning, analysis and problem-solving, customer service and marketing. 

  How to Apply 

  
  Please submit your cover letter (with an explanation on your interest in working in Catholic education), contact information for 3 professional references and your resume to tina.becker@bishopireton.org.

• Assistant Principal, Dean of Academics

  Bishop Ireton High School is seeking an Assistant Principal–Dean of Academics at our campus in Alexandria, Virginia.  The Assistant Principal-Dean of Academics position is a 12-month, full time administrative position that reports directly to the Principal and someone who can effectively manage dedicated academic program efforts to steward the Catholic education mission of our school.
  
  Core Characteristics

  
  The Assistant Principal–Dean of Academics is expected to be an academic leader with excellent communication, organizational and technology skills, training and experience in high school curriculum, monitoring and improving student performance, and managing academic programming. He/She must have enthusiasm for collaborating with faculty, staff, and families. This individual acts as a liaison with the Principal to the school community as an instructional leader.
  
  

  Primary Responsibilities

  
  Mission

  
  The Assistant Principal-Dean of Academics is a Catholic school leader with responsibility to:

  • Ensure that all faculty understand, can articulate and help to fulfill the mission of Bishop Ireton High School. 
  • Collaborate as a participating member of the Instructional Leadership Team (Principal and Assistant Principals) and member of the Senior Staff to provide leadership to fulfill the mission of Bishop Ireton High School.

  Academic Programming

  
  The Assistant Principal, Dean of Academics is a leader of the academic program with responsibility to:

  • Plan and prepare curriculum and course offerings, working with the principal and department leaders to review and revise curriculum annually.
  • Guide and lead the student course selection process in collaboration with Counseling to assist students and families regarding course selection issues/concerns.
  • Analyze needs for sections, teaching assignments, and classroom assignments for master schedule development in collaboration with the principal and ensure needs are addressed.
  • Prepare and implement a master course schedule and classroom assignments in collaboration with the principal, and to maintain class information and grading within the portal system (Blackbaud). 

  Student Performance 

  
  The Assistant Principal–Dean of Academics is a leader of efforts to monitor, reward, support, and intervene as needed to support student achievement with responsibility to: 

  • Regularly monitor student performance through review of gradebook grades. 
  • Identify students who merit honors and awards recognition and assists the Assistant Principal of Student Life with the annual academic and service banquet.
  • Identify students who do not meet grade eligibility criteria at the end of each quarter and assign Academic Probation, communicating with students and families and with the Principal, the Assistant Principal for Student Life, the Director of Counseling, and the Athletic Director.
  • Identify students when they are eligible to be removed from Academic Probation when mid-quarter reports are issued and communicate as with the notice of probation.
  • Serve as an administrative representative to assist faulty and counselors in meetings with teachers of particular students in staffings as appropriate to clarify challenges and brainstorm next steps for students with low academic standing or who are experiencing extraordinary challenges (e.g. extended absence from school) and to follow up as appropriate with the students and their parents.
  • Work in coordination with the Principal to participate in problem solving and conflict resolution for teacher/parent meetings.
  • Manage the Summer School academic courses, working with the Principal and Counseling department on courses to provide and selection of instructors, and with the Head of School on scheduling and costs.

  Bishop Ireton Curricular Resources 

  
  The Assistant Principal–Dean of Academics is a leader of efforts to manage, keep current, update and revise key curricular resource documents in a timely fashion by working with the principal and department leaders, vendors (textbook companies) and other stakeholder and to provide effective communication about the process and the results including:

  • The Course Catalog
  • The List of Adopted Textbooks
  • Course syllabi, scopes and sequences, and exams

  Grade Reports

  
  The Assistant Principal–Dean of Academics manages and monitors grade reporting for mid-quarter progress, quarter, exam and semester report cards with responsibility to: 

  • Create and communicate a calendar of instructional and grade reporting dates in collaboration with the Instructional Admin Team and Head of School to determine school calendar.
  • Facilitate the administration and reporting of grades for semester and end of year exams.
  • Approve “incomplete” grades and follow up with teachers to ensure timely resolution.
  • Verification of grade entry in a timely manner.
  • Releasing reports to students and families.  

  Other Responsibilities

  • With the principal and Assistant Principal–Dean of Faculty, provide supervision of faculty with formative observations and summative evaluations.
  • Regularly attend school sponsored events and activities in coordination with other members of the Instructional Leadership Team to provide a visible administrative presence at school events.  
  • Assist the Principal and the Assistant Principal–Dean of Faculty with recommendations for hiring prospective faculty members.
  • Teach a course as needed and as aligned with other duties and responsibilities. 
  • Collaborate with the Principal to lead Academic Council with faculty department chairs.
  • Be prepared and willing to complete other duties as assigned to forward the mission of the school.

  Qualifications

  • Be a practicing Catholic in good standing 
  • Master’s Degree in Education and School Administration required
  • Holds appropriate Virginia Administration and Supervision Certification or be eligible to obtain this certificate within three years of hire
  • Minimum of three or more years supervisory experience as a department head or higher administrative position
  • Minimum five years teaching experience
  • Experience with reaccreditation and self-study through Cognia or similar accrediting organization preferred
  • Ability to utilize the school’s administrative, instructional and assessment technology platforms and programs
  • Ability to lead a dedicated, professional faculty toward instructional excellence within a rigorous educational program
  • Ability to multi-task projects and duties in a collaborative working environment

  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.

• 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.

• 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.