Careers
Why work at SJA?
When you work at St. Joan Antida High School not only are you committing to a wonderful mission of empowering young women to bring voice to their passions, you are working with a tight-knit team that is supportive, dedicated and driven to ensure that our students are college and career ready.
At our school, we engage, we embrace, we empower.
Current Openings
Math Teacher
Title: Math Teacher
Supervisor: Principal
Status: Contract- August 1, 2022 — June 30, 2023
Our History
Founded in faith, sponsored by Sisters. St. Joan Antida High School (SJA), sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida, was founded in 1954 and acts a successful springboard for more than 4,000 young women. SJA provides a student-centered, college and career ready education to young women in grades 9-12. We are a Catholic, values-based organization with an educational model focused on academic quality, personalized attention, and leadership development.
Our Mission
We engage. We embrace. We empower.
Simply, we are driven by a calling to serve young women seeking a spiritually enriching, supportive, and challenging educational experience that helps them find their voice and become leaders. It is our job to make sure that our students are well-prepared for a successful future that strengthens their relationship to their local and global communities. We know these young women can change the world.
This job would be a great fit if:
- You think of your work as a calling and not just a job.
- You hold space in your heart for the mission and values of SJA.
- You are invested in providing growth opportunities for young women.
- You come to work ready to have fun, laugh and grow with a strong team.
Responsibilities:
- Planning for instruction of assigned courses in the content area by developing annual, unit, and lesson plans that align with the curriculum and address individual needs of their students.
- Incorporating technology to effectively create a 21st century learning environments within the classroom.
- Establishing and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Support academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and physical development of every student. Promote student development of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.
- Collaborating with the math department and other faculty members.
- Maintaining accurate student records using formative and summative assessment data to inform and differentiate instruction.
- Communicate regularly with parents/families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship.
- Participating in ongoing professional development.
- Cooperating with the principal and department chair in the planning and development of curriculum.
- A bachelor’s degree or better in education or mathematics and hold a valid teaching certificate.
Qualifications:
- Preferred candidates will have at least 2 years teaching experience.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of SJA.
- Pass an Archdiocesan background check and complete Safe Environment training requirements.
To Apply:
Please provide a resume and cover letter to Principal Megan Otero at motero@saintjoanantida.org.
Science Teacher
Title: Science Teacher
Supervisor: Principal
Status: Contract- August 1, 2022 — June 30, 2023
Our History
Founded in faith, sponsored by Sisters. St. Joan Antida High School (SJA), sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida, was founded in 1954 and acts a successful springboard for more than 4,000 young women. SJA provides a student-centered, college and career ready education to young women in grades 9-12. We are a Catholic, values-based organization with an educational model focused on academic quality, personalized attention, and leadership development.
Our Mission
We engage. We embrace. We empower.
Simply, we are driven by a calling to serve young women seeking a spiritually enriching, supportive, and challenging educational experience that helps them find their voice and become leaders. It is our job to make sure that our students are well-prepared for a successful future that strengthens their relationship to their local and global communities. We know these young women can change the world.
This job would be a great fit if:
- You think of your work as a calling and not just a job.
- You hold space in your heart for the mission and values of SJA.
- You are invested in providing growth opportunities for young women.
- You come to work ready to have fun, laugh and grow with a strong team.
Responsibilities:
- Planning for instruction of assigned courses in the content area by developing annual, unit, and lesson plans that align with the curriculum and address individual needs of their students.
- Incorporating technology to effectively create a 21st century learning environments within the classroom.
- Establishing and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Support academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and physical development of every student. Promote student development of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.
- Collaborating with the math department and other faculty members.
- Maintaining accurate student records using formative and summative assessment data to inform and differentiate instruction.
- Communicate regularly with parents/families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship.
- Participating in ongoing professional development.
- Cooperating with the principal and department chair in the planning and development of curriculum.
- A bachelor’s degree or better in education or science and hold a valid teaching certificate.
Qualifications:
- Preferred candidates will have at least 2 years teaching experience.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of SJA.
- Pass an Archdiocesan background check and complete Safe Environment training requirements.
To Apply:
Please provide a resume and cover letter to Principal Megan Otero at motero@saintjoanantida.org.
Reading Specialist
Title: Reading Specialist
Supervisor: Principal
Status: Contract- August 1, 2022 — June 30, 2023
Our History
Founded in faith, sponsored by Sisters. St. Joan Antida High School (SJA), sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida, was founded in 1954 and acts as a successful springboard for more than 4,000 young women. SJA provides a student-centered, college and career-ready education to young women in grades 9-12. We are a Catholic, values-based organization with an educational model focused on academic quality, personalized attention, and leadership development.
Our Mission
We engage. We embrace. We empower.
Simply, we are driven by a calling to serve young women seeking a spiritually enriching, supportive, and challenging educational experience that helps them find their voice and become leaders. It is our job to make sure that our students are well-prepared for a successful future that strengthens their relationship to their local and global communities. We know these young women can change the world.
This job would be a great fit if:
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You think of your work as a calling and not just a job.
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You hold space in your heart for the mission and values of SJA.
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You come to work ready to have fun, laugh and grow with a strong team.
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You are committed to the social and emotional growth of a diverse group of young women.
Summary
The role of the Reading Specialist is to provide high quality instruction, support and leadership in order to produce high quality outcomes in the area of Reading and Literacy for the students at St. Joan Antida High School. The Reading Specialist assists with establishing school wide and individual reading goals. Additionally, the Reading Specialist will provide interventions to students and work with teachers to implement additional support in the classroom, across all subject areas. The Reading Specialist will lead in creating a culture of reading that ensures strong reading skill development to support quality instruction in all subject areas.
Position Responsibilities Collaboration
- Collaborate with Administration to develop 1, 3 and 5 year goals to monitor the progression of the Reading Literacy program to promote and evaluate the growth of the program and progress in student reading skills.
- Assist in developing and implementing school-wide instructional plans that align with school goals and curriculum.
- Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement strategies embedded in the curriculum to improve reading skills across all subject areas.
- Work with teachers and administration to analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs and identify research-based instructional strategies to close achievement gaps.
- Collaborate with other teachers, instructional coaches, and school administration, to review, develop and evaluate aligned curriculum components, including assessments.
- Assist in collecting, analyzing, and responding to student data.
- Manage and distribute instructional resources to teachers and provide training on using those resources.
- Encourage and support the implementation of technology and innovative reading strategies in the classroom.
- Serve as a member of the student services team.
Staff Development
- Work with school administration to design and provide professional development focused on improving alignment and delivery of the written, taught, and tested curriculum to increase student success and close performance gaps.
- Provide job-embedded professional development for teachers through modeling, engaging, standards-based teaching as needed.
- Conducts meaningful staff development which encourages faculty to use techniques which involves students in critical thinking processes before, during, and after reading.
- Provide individual and group instructional coaching and mentoring to teachers to improve classroom instruction for all learners.
- Assist in teacher observations and walk-throughs and provide feedback that facilitates teacher reflection and growth.
- Assist with the strategic plan and formulation of the School Improvement Plan.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Direct Services/Intervention
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Identify and implement targeted literacy intervention with small groups of students using research-based strategies and resources. Assist classroom teachers to reinforce those skills in the classroom.
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Assist all students to improve their literacy skills through staff development and collaboration with classroom teachers.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
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Effective oral, written, and presentation skills.
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Excellent organizational skills.
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Detail-oriented and able to work on multiple projects within specific timeframes with varying deadlines.
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Ability to maintain extremely confidential, disciplinary, and attendance data.
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Employee development and performance management skills.
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Understanding of the disciplinary code and the steps required for the process.
For All Employees
- Demonstrate support and commitment to the mission and vision of SJA.
- Collaborate and communicate in an appropriate, timely, professional manner.
- Establish and model behaviors that promote high expectations for students, staff, and faculty.
- Model the importance for lifelong learning through commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships that promote respect and success for all.
- Affirm parents/guardians in their role as primary educators.
- Know, serve, and live in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic faith.
- Abide by all policies, procedures, and employee handbook.
- Demonstrate stewardship in the use of material and financial resources.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
- WI reading specialist license preferred; open to those in certification process.
- 3 – 5 years of teaching experience, secondary school preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with students/families and staff in a secondary school.
- Proficient computer skills; especially MS Office and ability to create and maintain student records on a database.
- Proficient use of Internet and email required.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
To apply
Provide cover letter and resume to Megan Otero at motero@saintjoanantida.org
Physical Health & Wellness Teacher
Title: Physical Health & Wellness Teacher
Supervisor: Principal
Status: Contract- August 1, 2022 — June 30, 2023
Our History
Founded in faith, sponsored by Sisters. St. Joan Antida High School (SJA), sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida, was founded in 1954 and acts as a successful springboard for more than 4,000 young women. SJA provides a student-centered, college and career-ready education to young women in grades 9-12. We are a Catholic, values-based organization with an educational model focused on academic quality, personalized attention, and leadership development.
Our Mission
We engage. We embrace. We empower.
Simply, we are driven by a calling to serve young women seeking a spiritually enriching, supportive, and challenging educational experience that helps them find their voice and become leaders. It is our job to make sure that our students are well-prepared for a successful future that strengthens their relationship to their local and global communities. We know these young women can change the world.
This job would be a great fit if:
- You think of your work as a calling and not just a job.
- You hold space in your heart for the mission and values of SJA.
- You are invested in providing growth opportunities for young women.
- You come to work ready to have fun, laugh and grow with a strong team.
Responsibilities:
- Planning for instruction of assigned courses in the content area by developing annual, unit, and lesson plans that align with the curriculum and address individual needs of their students.
- Incorporating technology to effectively create a 21st century learning environments within the classroom.
- Establishing and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Support academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and physical development of every student. Promote student development of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.
- Collaborating with the athletic department and other faculty members.
- Maintaining accurate student records using formative and summative assessment data to inform and differentiate instruction.
- Communicate regularly with parents/families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship.
- Participating in ongoing professional development.
- Cooperating with the principal and department chair in the planning and development of curriculum.
- A bachelor’s degree or better in education or physical education and hold a valid teaching certificate.
Qualifications:
- Preferred candidates will have at least 2 years teaching experience.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of SJA.
- Pass an Archdiocesan background check and complete Safe Environment training requirements.
To Apply:
Please provide a resume and cover letter to Principal Megan Otero at motero@saintjoanantida.org.
Equal Opportunity Statement
St. Joan Antida High School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, medical condition, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.