Employment Opportunities

The following employment opportunities are available for the 2023-24 school year. Interested candidates should send a brief letter of interest and a resume to Mrs. Amanda Rogers, principal, at amanda.rogers@sjsmacon.org.

Elementary School Teacher

Provides appropriate learning experiences and educational opportunities for all students. The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

provides engaging and empowering instruction to students in a private school.
reflects the commitment to Gospel values and Christian tradition in their personal and professional life.
plan and delivers daily lessons in assigned content areas based on standards and benchmarks established by the Diocese of Savannah.
Coordinates classroom instruction in a collaborative manner with other educators.
Communicates effectively with students, parents, peer educators, and administration.

An undergraduate degree and teacher certification is required. Candidate will comply with policies and procedures established by the Diocese of Savannah in accordance with the philosophy of Catholic education. The position is a full-time yearly contract.

Traffic Control Guard

Controls and monitors vehicular and pedestrian traffic at specific locations before and after school as assigned. This position reports to the school principal and facilities manager. Position is 180-day work year when school is in session. Salary range is $18-$25 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications & Requirements:

high school diploma or equivalent.
criminal background check required.
must be able to safely direct children with traffic.
must be able to work in varying weather conditions.
must have reliable transportation.
must be able to communicate effectively.
must be able to respond quickly to emergencies.
knowledge of traffic laws and the ability to use sound judgment.
must be willing to complete all required trainings by the Diocese of Savannah.

Instructional Aides

Instructional aides assist the classroom teacher in providing appropriate learning experiences and educational opportunities for students. Aides must be able to lift 30 lbs., be on their feet for extended periods of time, and adhere to guidelines established by the Diocese of Savannah and St. Joseph’s Catholic School. Job duties include assisting the lead teacher with lesson planning and preparation, working with students in small group instruction, leading activities, and communicating effectively with children and families. Instructional aides are ten-month positions.

Extended Day Program Assistants

St. Joseph’s Catholic School is seeking after school assistants for the Extended Day Program for the 2022-23 school year. This is a part-time position (Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 pm, with some flexibility) and is open to retirees, part-timers, college students, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing completion of homework assignments with assistance when needed
Monitoring the distribution of snacks.
Monitoring indoor/outdoor activities with particular attention to safety and well-being.

An assistant should be physically able to engage in light activities with children, possess the ability to multi-task, and be capable of maintaining close observation at all times. An assistant should understand the level of responsibility that comes with managing children entrusted to their care and must exhibit mature conduct at all times. He/she should be adept at diffusing minor disagreements.

Interested candidates should send a resume or letter of interest with contact information to Ms. Jane Taylor-Lyndon, EDP Director, at jane.taylor@sjsmacon.org.

Substitute Teachers

Substitute teachers provides instruction and supervision in the absence of the classroom teacher. Te oversees classwork according to lesson plans, maintains a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment, as well as supervises the students out of class such as in the hallways and during recess.

Interested candidates should send a brief letter of interest and a resume to Mrs. Amanda Rogers, principal, at amanda.rogers@sjsmacon.org.

A criminal background check and Virtus training are required for all employees.