Careers

Gwynedd-Mercy Academy is seeking a full-time, innovative Technology Teacher with experience and enthusiasm to facilitate the vision, implementation, and evolving instructional technology needs of the students and school. As the Technology Teacher, this person is responsible for creating a classroom environment that develops students’ competency in their utilization of technology and supports cross-curricular technology integration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates technology curriculum integration across grades PreK-8
• Provides instruction in the areas of K-5 technology and 6-8 electives
• Keeps current with new and emerging technologies and provides relevant information/research to faculty and staff in support of their areas of responsibility
• Provides support and mentoring for teachers and staff as needed
• Uses varied assessment strategies to promote creativity and individualized instruction
• Employs effective classroom management techniques to create a challenging, and exciting learning environment
• Enhances the school’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging
• Performs supervisory duties (lunch, recess, bus line, etc.), and assists with other programmatic activities that are part of the school day

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Desire to work in a Mercy-focused Catholic school environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Instructional Technology, or Computer Science
• Applicable PA Teaching Certification
• 3 years of experience in the area of Educational Technology in an elementary and/or middle school setting
• Creative thinker and problem solver with strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team with faculty, parents and students
• ·amiliarity with the following applications: iPad, Windows 10, Microsoft Office 2019/O365, Web 2.0 Tools, Cloud Storage, G Suite for Education, Schoology, and Canva

Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume at www.gmaelem.org/apply.

All candidates must pass Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI Fingerprint Check.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Technology teaching: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ambler, PA 19002 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ambler, PA 19002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Gwynedd-Mercy Academy is seeking a full-time, innovative 7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher and PreK-8 Greenhouse Director. This position includes responsibilities as a 7th Grade Homeroom teacher and teacher of Catholic religious education.

The ideal candidate possesses experience and enthusiasm in developing students' skills and competence in the areas of general science, earth science, biology, physiology, chemistry, and physics. As a 7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher, you will engage students’ skills and abilities in scientific methods and problem-solving, as well as develop their understanding of the application of science utilizing state and national standards.

Grades 7 & 8 Science and 7th Grade Homeroom/Religion Teacher:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Homeroom Religion teacher in a 7th grade classroom
• Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Engage students in service-learning initiatives and volunteer opportunities
• Science teacher for 7th and 8th Grade & PreK-8th Grade Greenhouse Director:
• Use varied instructional and assessment strategies to promote creativity and individualized instruction
• Design learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities
• Instruct students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment, chemicals, and plant and animal life
• Plan, supervise, and guide students in learning from class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities
• Oversee Gwynedd-Mercy Academy’s Greenhouse, PreK-8th Grade greenhouse initiatives, and the production of plants and vegetation
• Support the school’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging
• Help to prepare students for transition into competitive private high schools
• Collaborate with colleagues regarding curriculum planning, instruction, and student support needs in alignment with best practices
• Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents
• Incorporate technology and the use of hands-on manipulatives into instruction as appropriate
• Actively participate in faculty meetings, in-service days, and committee meetings
• Perform supervisory duties (lunch, recess, bus line, etc.), and assist with other programmatic activities that are part of the school day

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Desire to work in a Mercy-focused Catholic school environment
• Bachelor’s degree in an education-related field, Master’s degree preferred
• PA Instructional Certificate: Science (Middle School Science 4-8 or Science 7-12)
• Minimum of three years teaching experience
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Proficiency in using G Suite for Education, MS Office, educational technology, and learning management systems FACTS/RenWeb and Schoology preferred

All candidates must pass Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI Fingerprint Check.

Salary is commensurate with background and experience. Excellent benefits. Must be a U.S. Citizen or possess a United States Permanent Residence Card.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Science: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ambler, PA 19002 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ambler, PA 19002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Operations Assistant is a full-time staff member with primary responsibility for maintaining and optimizing the school’s Blackbaud database by compiling and synthesizing data across departments to streamline reporting throughout the school.

The Development Operations Assistant is a role that combines database management with a focus on fundraising and accounting. This role ensures the smooth running of development-related functions, supports fundraising efforts, and manages data and processes to achieve key organizational goals. This role is an essential member of the Development team that will be responsible for supporting the overall operational efficiencies.

Key responsibilities:

• Optimize the Development team’s use of the school’s alumni and CRM database,
• Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
• Coordinate gift entry and acknowledgement processes.
• Generating regular reports for the Business Office and providing administrative support.
• Database Management: Utilize Raiser’s Edge for event registration, managing RSVPs, tracking attendance, and maintaining accurate donor and alumni data.
• Prepare and process mailing lists and personalized mailings.
• Process check requests, invoices, and expense reports with Development and Business Offices’ oversight.
• Integrate Blackbaud systems: Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge NXT
• Implement data management best practices, including database updates and reporting.
• Assist with fundraising activities, including event coordination, prospect research, and grant management.
• Conduct prospect research by identifying potential new donors or partners by utilizing research tools.
• Work with the Director of Development on key revenue goals and strategies, campaigns, donor tracking and analysis, generating queries, forecasting, and support for events, and other initiatives, where necessary.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure data credibility and generate accurate lists.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate internal department processes to ensure data-driven, efficient fundraising strategies, and functional reporting.
• Maintain tracking and reporting of campaign revenue to support expanded revenue generation.
• Execute data clean up.
• Process philanthropic gifts, data entry, recording, and acknowledgments.
• Provide weekly gift reports to all internal stakeholders.
• Support the Business Office with monthly reconciliation and the annual audit.
• Maintain the Development team office calendar and coordinate cross-departmental meetings and events.
• Assist in school events as needed.

A successful candidate will have:

• Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Non-profit Management/Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in CRM database administration, preferably with Blackbaud or a similar system.
• Operational accounting experience, preferably for a non-profit or educational institution.
• Maintain the utmost confidentiality among all aspects of the school community.
• Ability to prioritize against competing deadlines both individually and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with donor management systems and the types of data necessary to support constituent/client relations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as attention to detail in data management and reporting.
• Experience with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and Blackbaud systems preferred.
• Reliable and self-motivated: ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work occasional weekends, evening hours, and events.
• In-office work required: Ambler, Pennsylvania 19002.

Living close to the 19002 zip code is not a pre-requisite but is helpful since much of the week-end work can run late.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Blackbaud: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ambler, PA 19002 (Required)

Work Location: In person