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Norfolk Collegiate is an independent pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 school in Norfolk, Virginia. For more than 70 years, we have been developing critical thinkers, doers and explorers through innovative, engaging instruction in an inclusive and supportive learning community. We are dedicated to being an actively anti-racist institution that creates a safe environment and sense of belonging for all students, families, faculty and staff. 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Collegiate is comprised of nearly 600 students and 100 faculty and staff on two campuses nearly three miles apart and within 10 minutes of downtown Norfolk. The middle (Grades 6-8) and upper school (Grades 9-12) are located on Granby Street. The lower school (pre-K-Grade 5) is located on Tidewater Drive.

OUR FACULTY & STAFF
We value our dedicated faculty and staff. Everyone plays a critical role in providing a warm, challenging and supportive environment for our students.

We offer employees competitive professional development funding and a generous benefits package in an environment that is characterized by open communication, collaboration and a strong sense of community. The combination of motivated students, engaged families, active institutional support and highly qualified employees makes Norfolk Collegiate a satisfying place to work.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Norfolk Collegiate is seeking applicants for the positions listed below. Interested candidates should submit a completed application, as well as the items requested in the ad, to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.

List of 10 items.

  • Athletic Coaches

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking applicants for various athletic coaching positions for the current academic year. Coaches at Norfolk Collegiate serve a crucial function in supplementing the education of children who attend our school. Our robust athletic department helps in the development of the minds, bodies, and characters of our students, and coaches, like teachers in the classroom, serve as guides and mentors to this process. To coach one of the athletic teams at Norfolk Collegiate, an individual must demonstrate a caring and nurturing attitude toward young people and must seek to provide a positive but challenging learning environment for our athletes to develop the ability to push themselves and their teammates to achieve their goals through hard work, discipline, and a positive attitude. Coaches at Norfolk Collegiate must demonstrate knowledge in their particular sport and must be able to transmit that knowledge to athletes under their charge. Applicants should contact Jon Hall, director of athletics, at jhall@norfolkcollegiate.org for more information.
     
  • Bus Drivers

    Norfolk Collegiate seeks part-time bus drivers for the current school year. Responsibilities include afternoon and occasional evening driving of athletic teams for practices and games. From time to time, there will also be opportunities to drive students and teachers to field trips during the school day. Drivers are expected to have an up-to-date CDL with and S or P endorsement and will be paid $25 per hour with a $40 per trip minimum. Interested candidates should contact Athletic Director Jon Hall at 757.480.2885 or jhall@norfolkcollegiate.org.
  • Director of Learning Services

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking a director of learning services to support students with diverse learning needs in grades Pre-K to 12. Reporting to the director of instruction, the director of learning services leads the lower school Learning Resource Program and middle and upper school Learning Resource Center, providing oversight and guidance for these programs. The director is a visible presence throughout all divisions working to support faculty and students with a range of learning styles.
     
    The director works collaboratively with faculty and staff to create and implement student success plans for students with learning differences or those with identified learning needs while communicating with families. The director must have excellent organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty in support of student learning needs.
     
    The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education, psychology, or a related field; experience working in special education or learning support in a school setting; and knowledge of special education systems and practices. Experience working in a diverse college preparatory environment is a plus.
     
    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, list of professional references, unofficial copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, and, if applicable, teacher and/or educational leadership certifications to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org. Review of candidates will begin immediately and for full consideration, applications should be received by June 15, 2023.
  • Extended Care Site Supervisor

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking an experienced educator who will be responsible for maintaining and supervising the daily activities of the extended care program at Norfolk Collegiate. This role is a part-time position. This person will be required to oversee all aspects of the daily routines and ensure students are provided a safe, secure and healthy environment during before and after school hours. These responsibilities will include coordinating after school enrichment activities, maintaining appropriate staffing needs, coordinating substitutes, providing daily monitoring of group activities and reinforcing positive student behavior during extended care hours. The site supervisor will also plan, prepare, and serve healthy snacks to each group and communicate with parents as needed. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a child-related field and have management experience. Candidates must be willing to obtain CPR, First Aid and MAT certifications by the first day of school.
     
    Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, resume, an unofficial copy of transcripts of all undergraduate degrees if applicable, and a list of professional references to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org
  • Extended Care Worker

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking an extended care worker for the after-school extended care program from 2:45-6:15 p.m. The students enrolled in the extended care programs are pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5. The ideal candidate has one to three years experience working with young children. College coursework in elementary education, especially in the areas of child development and psychology, from a 2-year or 4-year institution is preferred. Interested applicants should submit an application, cover letter, resume and an unofficial copy of transcripts of all undergraduate degrees and a list of professional references to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.  
  • Head Sailing Coach

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking qualified candidates for head sailing coach. The school’s mission-driven sailing program has a long, tradition of excellence recognized at the regional, state and national level with many alumni sailing at the intercollegiate level and beyond.

    Leading and developing student-athletes while fostering a passion for sailing is key to the program’s success. This position reports to the director of athletics and oversees the school’s sailing program for Grades 6-12, supervises coaching staff, coordinates team logistics and engages with community partners. Candidates who are qualified and interested in serving in other capacities at the school (staff member, classroom teacher, etc.) are preferred.
     
    Salary is commensurate with experience and any agreed-upon additional school responsibilities. Qualified candidates should send a resume highlighting one’s sailing and coaching experience, as well as any additional experience that could support the school’s overall program and copies of appropriate certifications to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.
  • Human Resources Coordinator

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time human resources coordinator. The human resource coordinator will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including interviewing and hiring faculty and staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing the school’s policies and practices. The human resources coordinator reports directly to the director of finance and operations. A successful candidate for this position will have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and have a minimum of five years of experience, preferably in the not-for-profit environment. This position will partner with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting and retention. In addition, the position will manage the employee benefits administration and employee relations programs for the school as well as lead human resources management training programs. Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, resume, and an unofficial copy of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.
  • Pre-Kindergarten 3 Teaching Assistant

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking qualified candidates for a year-round pre-Kindergarten 3 teaching assistant. We seek teachers who are knowledgeable about teaching young children and who have knowledge of the intellectual, social, emotional and physical developmental needs of three- and four-year-olds. The candidate also should be organized and able to provide instructional, clerical and supervisory assistance under the direction of the lead teacher. We seek teachers who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about teaching pre-Kindergarten students. Candidates should be interested in working with students from a variety of backgrounds who possess a range of abilities and learning styles. The position requires collaborative work with others; therefore, this individual must be able to work effectively with colleagues and parents.  College coursework in early childhood education is required; a bachelor’s degree and previous experience in an early childhood setting are preferred. Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, resume, unofficial copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, professional references and, if applicable, teacher certifications to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.  
  • Substitute Teachers

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking applicants for substitute teaching positions for the current academic year. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to teaching a range of high school, middle school and lower school classes, proctoring study halls, and supporting the school's mission as needed. Ideal candidates will have some teaching experience in a lower, middle or upper school setting, and a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches to learning. We seek teachers who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about teaching. They should have an established interest in working with students from a variety of backgrounds who possess a range of abilities and learning styles. The position requires collaborative work with other teachers and administrators. Norfolk Collegiate offers a close-knit, supportive environment and a collegial atmosphere. We welcome energetic and flexible lifelong learners who are reflective about their teaching practices and expect to collaborate, innovate, and grow as teachers and mentors. Applicants should send a completed application, resume, cover letter and references to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org.
  • Upper School Dean

    Norfolk Collegiate is seeking an upper school dean to support students in Grades 9-12 in their personal, academic and social-emotional growth. Reporting to the head of the upper school, the upper school dean is a key member of the upper school administrative team and a visible presence throughout the division providing support and building relationships with students, faculty and families.

    The dean works collaboratively with faculty on issues related to student support, conduct, leadership and accountability and must have exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. The dean also must have excellent organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with and support faculty, connect with students and provide strong peer leadership.

    The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or higher, excellent knowledge of adolescent development and experience working with students from a variety of backgrounds who possess a range of abilities and interests in a school setting.

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, list of professional references, unofficial copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, and, if applicable, teacher and/or educational leadership certifications to employment@norfolkcollegiate.org. Review of candidates will begin immediately and for full consideration, applications should be received by Feb. 20, 2023.

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