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Long Term Substitute Teacher - Second Grade

Holy Child School at Rosemont is a Catholic, co-educational, independent school (3 year old-8th grade) located near the campuses of Villanova University and Rosemont College in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. We strive to ‘Nurture excellence in a Joyful Catholic community’ and are seeking applicants for a long term substitute position teaching second grade, beginning in mid January 2025.

The Lower School at Holy Child consists of grades 1-4. As one of two homeroom teachers, the successful candidate for this second grade position will be responsible for teaching Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Computers to his or her homeroom. The Language Arts block is 100 minutes daily and we teach Everyday Math in a 50 minute daily block. The Lower School program includes specialist teachers in Art, Music, Science and Spanish. During the spring of 2nd grade the children will make their First Holy Communion on Saturday April 26,2025. Our music teacher will coordinate the music for the Mass and we are fortunate to have Mrs. Cassidy, a former 2nd grade teacher at Holy Child, to assist with the 3 days of practice for Communion at St Thomas of Villanova Church in Rosemont. It will be expected that the two second grade substitute teachers, along with Mrs. Cassidy work with the children during this very important time of their sacramental journey and attend First Communion on Saturday April 26.

Teachers use technology regularly as a teaching tool. The School is marked by dedicated teachers, supportive parents and enthusiastic children.

The ideal candidate will:

Understand and appreciate our mission and philosophy as a Holy Child School
Be energetic and enthusiastic about teaching first graders
Know how to use technology effectively as a teaching and communication tool
Have at least 2-3 years experience teaching primary grades in a school setting
Love children and the developmental challenges they present
Value collegiality and be a team player
Communicate consistently and well with parents.

Interested candidates should forward résumés and a comprehensive cover letter to Brian McBride, Head of School, Holy Child School at Rosemont bmcbride@holychildrosemont.org AND Jeanne Marie Blair, Director of the Lower School, jmblair@holychildrosemont.org We will begin reviewing resumes immediately.

Middle School Math Teacher

Holy Child School at Rosemont is a Catholic, co-educational, independent school serving early childhood through grade 8. Located near Villanova University and Rosemont College in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, we strive to “Nurture Excellence in a Joyful Catholic Community” and seek applicants who align with this vision.

Our Middle School is fully departmentalized, offering a balanced program that blends traditional and innovative teaching methods in a warm, nurturing environment. Each grade (5-8) has two homerooms, with approximately 16 students per class.

Position Summary: We are looking for a passionate educator to fill the role of homeroom teacher, advisor, and math teacher. This position involves teaching four sections of math, including Algebra, and serving as a homeroom teacher and advisor for fifth grade.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required; 2-3 years of experience teaching Middle School (grades 5-8) is preferred.
A strong understanding of our mission and philosophy as a Holy Child School.
Energetic and enthusiastic about teaching and working with children.
Experience teaching mathematics is ideal, though we will consider candidates with relevant degrees and tutoring experience.
A collaborative spirit and a commitment to being a team player.

Application Process: Interested candidates should send a detailed cover letter and résumé to Mark McConnon, Director of the Middle School, at mmcconnon@holychildrosemont.org. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Extended Day Staff

Holy Child School at Rosemont is a Catholic, co-educational, independent school (early childhood - grade 8) located near the campuses of Villanova University and Rosemont College in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. We strive to “Nurture Excellence in a Joyful Catholic Community” and seek applicants to help us live and implement that vision.

We are seeking applicants to staff our after school program called "Extended Day," Monday to Friday from 3:00 to 5:30.

This is an ideal opportunity for a current college student who is thinking about a career in elementary education, who has some experience tutoring young children or has summer camp experience with children between 3 and 12 years old. Our program serves approximately 45 to 50 children daily with 3-5 part time college students who work as staff members. The staff would report to the Extended Day coordinator for the program. The students would need to be at Holy Child by 2:50 to be ready to greet the children at 3:00. The afternoon schedule starts with attendance and snack, then followed by homework time for grades 1-4 and indoor/outdoor play for the younger children. This includes board games, crafts, playing with toys, watching movies, and/or going on the playground until they are picked up. This is an hourly position and staff members complete a weekly timesheet.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Director of Auxiliary Programs, Derel Moorehead at dmoorehead@holychildrosemont.org

Substitute Teachers

Holy Child School at Rosemont is a Catholic, coeducational, independent school (Early Childhood to 8th grade) located near the campuses of Villanova University and Rosemont College in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. We strive to Nurture Excellence in a Joyful Catholic Community and seek qualified candidates to serve as substitute teachers in our Early Childhood, Lower School, and/or Middle School Divisions. The successful candidates will have, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree, and experience in teaching. We expect our substitute teachers to implement lesson plans, manage with kindness classes of students, demonstrate enthusiasm for learning, and have a sense of humor, a cooperative spirit, and a dedication to teamwork.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Head of School Brian McBride at bmcbride @holychildrosemont.org .

Holy Child School at Rosemont is an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and recognition of individuals on the basis of their ability and job related qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal state or local law.

We promise to provide an intellectually challenging and creative program of study, delivered in a loving and affirming environment.

We are a Holy Child School, a dynamic school in the Catholic religious tradition, the 21st century articulation of a vigorous and creative educational model developed by Sister Cornelia Connelly, educator and founder of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus. She was a visionary whose educational philosophy celebrates the dignity and uniqueness of every person, places the arts at the center of the educational experience, and encourages the development of a joyous personal relationship with God.