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• Admissions Administrative Assistant – Full Time

  The Admissions Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting the Director and Associate Director of Admissions in initiating and maintaining accurate and complete student admission records, communicating with new families to educate them about the school, leading them through the admissions process providing them with the support they need to feel welcomed into the Shorecrest community, and assisting them in transitioning to their applicable school.

   

  Responsibilities

  • Establish, track and maintain accurate and complete applicant records in the Admissions software files of FileMaker Pro designed by InResonance. This includes but is not limited to the following applications: Portal, PWS and SFO. Assisting with maintaining the Financial Aid records in IR and work with the Business Office to reconcile to SSS
  • Filter and qualify inquiries to determine appropriate level of follow-up
  • Work with Marketing/Communications to develop print and digital communications and in-person events to cultivate prospective families
  • Demonstrate strong customer service skills
    • Coordinate tours for qualified candidates
    • Arrange classroom visits and “shadowing” days
    • Greet visitors and escort to and from classrooms
  • Work with the Admissions Director to coordinate the enrollment management process that includes both re-enrollment and new applicants
  • Forecast/project enrollment for the school
  • Work with IT Operations to create, maintain, and analyze internal Admissions trend reports
  • Review and analyze reports from numerous sources (SSATB, InResonance, NAIS DASL, etc.) to assist the Director, Administration and the Board in making well informed strategic enrollment decisions to ensure school wide mission goals are being met
  • Maintain and update admissions materials and outgoing correspondence
  • Provide data to various reporting agencies (Ex. NAIS, FLDOE), as requested
  • Assist the Director in building and monitoring the Admissions budget
  • Respond to telephone calls, email inquiries and “walk-in” visitors inquiring about the school
  • Communicate regularly with new families via email, phone, mail, etc.
  • Schedule and give tours when necessary
  • Communicate with families and with applicant schools to document all communications in Admissions records
  • Help new families transition to the school and community
  • Coordinate on and off campus Admissions events when necessary
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Director of Admissions 

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferably in marketing, technology, accounting
  • Minimum of three years of experience in a professional environment using database management/analytic tools
  • Experience working in FileMaker Pro
  • Must demonstrate high level of competency with MS Office products and internet
  • Communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment
  • Knowledge of email marketing and social media strategy is preferred
  • Ability to use basic office equipment
  • Committed to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

  • Lift up to 30lbs (storage boxes, event materials, supplies)
  • Work in standard office conditions and climate
  • Sit for long periods of time at a computer
  • Frequent walks on a campus of Shorecrest size

  Interested candidates should submit resume to Belen Johnson at bjohnson@shorecrest.org by March 22.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.
  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.
  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• Experiential School / Early Childhood Teacher

  The three to five-year-old classroom teacher is responsible for all aspects of creating a dynamic learning environment for students in the class.
  
  Essential Functions
  

  • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
  • Foster student growth in the development of thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills through modeling of strategies, use of appropriate teacher language, and differentiated provision of support
  • Listen to, observe, value, and respond to children’s competencies and interests to build upon them and encourage student learning
  • Promote children’s collaborative, focused engagement with one another and with objects to provoke exploration and play
  • Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods
  • Evaluate and reflect upon student progress in order to plan learning experiences and materials to support understanding and stimulate interest
  • Make visible students’ learning process and each student’s growth as an individual student through portfolios, classroom documentation, and class webpage
  • Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs
  • Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
  • Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of early childhood school programs
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
  • Plans and supervises outside classroom and playground activities
  • Communicate with parents, return phone calls, emails and notes in a timely manner
  • Supervise classroom Teacher Assistant
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of the Experiential School

  Qualifications
  

  • Bachelor’s degree in related subject plus 40 clocks hours required by county
  • Master’s degree in early childhood education preferred
  • Three years experience at the grade of age level preferred
  • Knowledge of progressive, student-centered teaching and learning approaches preferred
  • Experience working with three, four, or five-year-old students in a Reggio Emilia inspired preschool program preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written skills with students, colleagues and parents
  • Proficient in using technology in instruction and web-based tools
  • Able to use basic office equipment
  • Demonstrated organizational skills
  • Committed to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment
  

  • Works in a very involved and busy environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  • May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
  • Spend time sitting on floor or child size furniture
  • Monitor children in classroom, playground, library, and other school areas
  • Be able to come in contact with children who are ill/contagious
  • Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment
  • Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

   

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.
  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.
  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.
  
  Interested candidates should submit resume by April 2 to Nikki Kemp at nkemp@shorecrest.org.

• Lower School K-1 Teacher

  Shorecrest Preparatory School, a PK-12 independent school in St. Petersburg, Florida is accepting applications for a highly motivated, creative, intellectually engaged classroom teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. The school’s approach to teaching strikes a balance between the progressive and the pragmatic, developing lifelong learners who excel not only in colleges and universities, but also in their professional and personal adult lives. The School is committed to a building a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff and families; Shorecrest seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.

  
  

  The ideal candidate is a progressive and passionate educator. They should have the desire to grow in an innovative professional learning community, enthusiasm about teaching and learning, and current with best practices. Candidates must be willing to collaborate with faculty and families, be flexible in order to meet the needs of the school community, and committed to the school’s vision, educational approach, and strategic plan (To review the Shorecrest Strategic Plan, please visit www.shorecrest.org/vision2018).

  
  

  Additional Selection Criteria for Prospective Teachers

  • Commitment to tenets of progressive education
  • Embraces implementing a multicultural classroom and a social emotional curriculum
  • Commitment to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity
  • Experienced teaching reading and writing workshop  
  • Experience with inquiry project-based teaching and learning
  • Draws from constructivist theories of teaching and learning; student-centered
  • Skilled with the use of formative and summative assessments
  • Demonstrates strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Knows and applies knowledge of current professional literature
  • Experience with flexible, creative, and aesthetically pleasing classroom design
  • Background in the creative arts - visual arts, drama, music - is a plus
  • Enjoys collaborating with colleagues and working as a team
  • Willing to contribute regularly to school community activities
  • Proficient with using technology and Web 2.0 tools in the classroom for instruction as well as for student use

  Master's degree is preferred. Interested candidates should submit resume, educational philosophy and contact information for three references to Mrs. Melissa Lotz at MLotz@shorecrest.org by March 1.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• Lower School 2-4 Grade Teacher

  Shorecrest Preparatory School, a PK-12 independent school in St. Petersburg, Florida is accepting applications for a highly motivated, creative, intellectually engaged classroom teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. The school’s approach to teaching strikes a balance between the progressive and the pragmatic, developing lifelong learners who excel not only in colleges and universities, but also in their professional and personal adult lives. The School is committed to a building a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff and families; Shorecrest seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.

  
  

  The ideal candidate is a progressive and passionate educator. He or she has the desire to grow in an innovative professional learning community, is enthusiastic about teaching and learning, and is current with best practices. Candidates must be willing to collaborate with faculty and families, be flexible in order to meet the needs of the school community, and committed to the school’s vision, educational approach, and strategic plan (To review the Shorecrest Strategic Plan, please visit www.shorecrest.org/vision2018).

  
  

  Additional Selection Criteria for Prospective Teachers

  • Commitment to tenets of progressive education
  • Embraces implementing a multicultural classroom and a social-emotional curriculum
  • Commitment to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity
  • Experienced teaching reading and writing workshop  
  • Experience with inquiry project-based teaching and learning
  • Draws from constructivist theories of teaching and learning; student-centered
  • Skilled with the use of formative and summative assessments
  • Demonstrates strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Knows and applies knowledge of current professional literature
  • Experience with flexible, creative, and aesthetically pleasing classroom design
  • Willing to contribute regularly to school community activities
  • Proficient with using technology and Web 2.0 tools in the classroom for instruction as well as for student use

  Master's degree is preferred. Interested candidates should submit Resume, Educational Philosophy and contact information for three references to Mrs. Melissa Lotz at MLotz@shorecrest.org by March 1.

• Lower School Music Teacher

  Shorecrest Preparatory School, a PK-12 independent school in St. Petersburg, Florida, is accepting applications for a highly motivated, creative, intellectually engaged K-4 music teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. The PK-4th grade music program at Shorecrest seeks to nurture a love of music and provide children with a firm understanding of musical concepts and skills.

  
  

  The School’s approach to teaching strikes a balance between the progressive and the pragmatic, developing lifelong learners who excel not only in colleges and universities, but also in their professional and personal adult lives. The School is committed to a building a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff and families; Shorecrest seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported. Candidates must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the school community and committed to the school’s vision, educational approach, and strategic plan. (To review the Shorecrest Strategic Plan, please visit www.shorecrest.org/vision2018.)

  
  

  The ideal candidate is a progressive and passionate educator. He or she will have a strong musical background that includes both teaching and performing and a strong lens towards equity, justice and diversity work when choosing materials and content. He or she has the desire to grow in an innovative professional learning community, is enthusiastic about teaching and learning, and is innovative and growth-oriented. The successful candidate will have a collaborative spirit, an interest in building community within and beyond the classroom, and a strong commitment to nurturing children’s individual talents and passions.

  
  

  Additional Selection Criteria for Prospective Teachers

  • Commitment to tenets of progressive education
  • Experience with thoughtful, respectful, and effective classroom management techniques
  • Commitment to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity
  • Draws from constructivist theories of teaching and learning; student-centered
  • Demonstrates strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
  • Knows and applies knowledge of current professional literature
  • Experience with flexible, creative, and aesthetically pleasing classroom design
  • Experience organizing and directing musical performances in collaboration with classroom teachers
  • Experience in the ORFF-Schulwerk and Kodaly methodology preferred
  • Proficiency on the piano preferred
  • Willing to participate fully in the life of the school
  • Proficient with using technology and Web 2.0 tools in the classroom for instruction as well as for student use

  Master's degree is preferred. Interested candidates should submit Resume, Educational Philosophy and contact information for three references to Mrs. Melissa Lotz at MLotz@shorecrest.org by April 15.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• Upper School English Teacher

  Shorecrest is seeking an accomplished and student-centered English teacher to join an already dynamic English department. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching all levels of English in the Upper School, including AP English and/or Language. The primary focus in the first years will likely involve 9th and 10th grade English. The candidate will have a strong background in the teaching of writing and literary analysis, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to student learning and development. An interest in creating and teaching semester-length advanced English electives is an added asset. The ideal candidate will also be enthusiastic about innovative pedagogies such as discussion-based teaching, authentic assessment, and Project Based Learning.

  
  

  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in subject area required; a Master’s or Doctoral degree is preferred.
  • Experience leading seminar-style discussions, a strong commitment to the teaching of writing and literary analysis.
  • Collaborative and engaged member of the faculty who is committed to curriculum design, teacher growth, and best practices for student learning.
  • Enthusiasm for embracing the independent school model of mentoring, advising and supporting students outside of the classroom.
  • Serve as an advisor to 12-14 students, guiding students in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal development, and acting as primary liaison to parents/guardians.
  • Sponsor a student club and/or coach an athletic team.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of cultural competency and a commitment to a community that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Comfortable using online texts, iPad devices, and Learning Management System.

  Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida. Last year, 70% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective and online offerings, and and an Independent Study option. St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.

   

  Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and a list of three references to Fatima Morlando, Upper School Administrative Assistant at fmorlando@shorecrest.org. Please include “English Position” in the subject heading.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• Upper School Math Teacher

  Shorecrest is seeking an intellectually engaging and student-centered math teacher to join our Upper School math department. Candidates must have an educational background in the subject area and experience teaching high school level math.
  
  The ideal candidate will have a passion for high school students, the ability to foster critical thinking, and a history of continued professional growth. Preference will be given to candidates who are familiar with NCTM standards, have experience integrating ISTE standards and other technology in instruction, and the ability to teach all levels of math, including AP and post AP courses.

  
  

  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in subject area required; a Master’s degree or PhD is preferred.
  • Collaborative and engaged member of the faculty who is committed to students and to teacher growth.
  • Serve as an advisor to 12-14 students, guiding students in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal development, and acting as primary liaison to parents/guardians.
  • Enthusiasm for embracing the independent school model of mentoring, advising and supporting students outside of the classroom.
  • Sponsor a student club and/or coach an athletic team.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of cultural competency and a commitment to a community that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Establish a positive learning environment that includes a variety of teaching strategies.
  • Comfortable using technology including online texts, iPad devices, and Learning Management System.

  Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida. Last year, 70% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective and online offerings, and and an Independent Study option.

  
  

  St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and it is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.

   

  Interested Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Fatima Morlando, Upper School Administrative Assistant at fmorlando@shorecrest.org. Please include “Math Position” in the subject heading.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• Upper School Social Studies / Spanish Teacher

  Shorecrest Preparatory School seeks a faculty member to join the Social Studies and World Languages departments in the fall of 2019. Experience instructing economics, religion, or other contemporary social studies electives are preferred. AP courses suchs as Human Geography and Micro and Macro Economics are a plus. Ability to teach Spanish entirely in the target language using the communicative approach is essential. The ideal candidate will also be enthusiastic about innovative pedagogies such as discussion-based teaching, authentic assessment, and Project Based Learning.

  
  

  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in either subject area required; a Master’s or Doctoral degree is preferred.
  • Experience leading seminar-style discussions, a strong commitment to the teaching of writing and literary analysis.
  • Collaborative and engaged member of the faculty who is committed to curriculum design, teacher growth, and best practices for student learning.
  • Enthusiasm for embracing the independent school model of mentoring, advising and supporting students outside of the classroom.
  • Serve as an advisor to 12-14 students, guiding students in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal development, and acting as primary liaison to parents/guardians.
  • Sponsor a student club and/or coach an athletic team.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of cultural competency and a commitment to a community that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Comfortable using online texts, iPad devices, and Learning Management System.

  Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida. Last year, 70% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective and online offerings, and and an Independent Study option.
  
  St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.

   

  Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and a list of three references to Fatima Morlando, Upper School Administrative Assistant at fmorlando@shorecrest.org. Please include “Spanish Position” in the subject heading.
  
  

  POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

  Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

  Shorecrest is a designated drug-free workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.

• After Care worker – Part Time

  Creative, engaged childcare provider to care for pre-school and/or elementary age students in our after school program. Includes supervising outdoor and indoor play, helping with homework and doing arts and crafts. Child care experience required.
  
  

  Monday through Friday afternoons from around 2:15pm until around 6pm daily.

   

  Essential Functions

  • Set up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies
  • Take attendance at beginning of extended day program and keep attendance current as children leave
  • Greet parents as they sign out their children
  • Keep and turn in monthly attendance sheets relative to payment plans
  • Help with general housekeeping and kitchen tasks
  • Serve snack and keep Director informed of supplies needed
  • Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences
  • Supervise homework and indoor activities as well as outside playground activities
  • Follow directions given by the Director of Auxiliary Programs

  Qualifications 

  • High school degree or GED preferred
  • Interest in children in an educational setting
  • Good verbal skills with students, colleagues and parents
  • Demonstrated organizational skills
  • Able to use basic office equipment, technology and web based tools
  • Committed to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment

  • Works in a highly involved environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
  • Able to get down to the child’s level
  • Monitor children in classroom, playground, and other school areas
  • Be able to come in contact with children who are ill/ contagious
  • Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled CLASSROOM environment
  • Work in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

  Shorecrest is a Drug Free Workplace.

  Shorecrest participates in E-Verify.
  Interested parties should email their resume, application and references to Kendel Mott kmott@shorecrest.org.

• School Bus Driver

  Part Time for Athletics and Field Trips.

  Must Live in the vicinity of St. Petersburg, FL.

  Early Morning thru Afternoon and some Weekend availability.

  CDL Class B Preferred.School Bus and Passenger Endorsements required.

  
  Fax Resume to: (727) 346-1803

  Email Resume to: employment_maint@shorecrest.org
  
  

  DFWO, EOE