Ursuline Academy of Dallas-Physics Teacher

Ursuline Academy of Dallas is seeking a full-time teacher for Physics. The ideal candidate will possess the following:

 

  • a Master’s degree in physics or related field
  • at least two years teaching experience in physics and in-depth knowledge of subject

matter

  • a positive, professional, collaborative work style
  • the ability to educate in an engaging manner
  • an enthusiasm for collaboration and participation in a community of learners who are excited to grow and engage in giving and receiving feedback
  • the dedication to ensure the spirit and life of the school mission

 

Ursuline supports the student-based inquiry method, Modeling. Candidates must be comfortable with or willing to learn the Modeling method in teaching physics, with required attendance at a summer workshop unless previously trained. We seek candidates who embrace learner-driven pedagogy.

 

In addition to classroom responsibilities, full-time teachers at Ursuline Academy serve as advisors, actively participate in non-academic student activities such as moderating clubs, chaperoning events, and student supervision, and enthusiastically pursue professional development opportunities as they join a Catholic, independent school culture.

 

Teaching experience in a Catholic and/or independent school and/or all girls’ environment and the ability to teach other sciences and/or math classes is strongly preferred.

 

Founded in 1874, Ursuline Academy of Dallas is an independent Catholic, college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the total development of the individual student through spiritual formation, intellectual growth, service to others, and building of community.

 

Contact: Interested applicants should download the Employment Application and Background Check forms, and then email the completed forms along with a resume, letters of reference, cover letter and transcripts of undergraduate or graduate work to

employment@ursulinedallas.org

Ursaline Academy of Dallas-Math Teacher

Ursuline Academy of Dallas is seeking a full-time mathematics teacher.   The ideal candidate will possess

  • a Master’s degree in math or mathematics education
  • at least two years teaching experience in math at the secondary level including Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and AP Calculus
  • proficiency in the use of technology for pedagogical purposes including, but not limited to, TI-NSpire CX CAS, and TI-Navigator equipment
  • a positive, professional, collaborative work style
  • the ability to educate in an engaging manner
  • an enthusiasm for collaboration and participation in a community of learners who are excited to grow and engage in giving and receiving feedback
  • the dedication to ensure the spirit and life of the school mission

The mathematics program at Ursuline Academy embraces problem solving skills and connections to the world outside of the math classroom.  Ursuline mathematics instruction emphasizes communication, multiple representations, and appropriate integration of technology.   Our teachers strive to provide a safe environment for risk taking in mathematics by promoting perseverance in problem solving and encouraging independent thinking. We seek candidates who embrace learner-driven pedagogy.

In addition to classroom responsibilities, full-time teachers at Ursuline Academy serve as advisors, actively participate in non-academic student activities such as moderating clubs, chaperoning events, and student supervision, and enthusiastically pursue professional development opportunities as they join a Catholic, independent school culture.

Teaching experience in a Catholic and/or independent school and/or all girls’ environment and the ability to teach other sciences and/or math classes is strongly preferred.

Founded in 1874, Ursuline Academy of Dallas is an independent Catholic, college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters. The mission of Ursuline Academy is the total development of the individual student through spiritual formation, intellectual growth, service to others, and building of community.

Contact: Interested applicants should download the Employment Application and Background Check forms, and then email the completed forms along with a resume, letters of reference, cover letter and transcripts of undergraduate or graduate work to

employment@ursulinedallas.org

 

Part-time Babysitter

We are looking for part-time babysitters to support a family in Highland Park in the evenings and weekends for their 3 children- an 11, 13, and 4 year old, primarily to care and support their 4 year old son.
 
Job responsibilities include: serving as a mother’s helper, age appropriate/developmentally appropriate activities and play- EX: taking the child to the park, playing games, etc.,  very light cleaning and light meal prep (EX: feeding him dinner in the evenings), etc.
 
The ideal candidate would be reliable (punctual- always on time & follows through on commitments), responsible and sound decision maker, flexible, compassionate, has experience working with children (especially in early childhood) and a positive/can do attitude. The ideal candidate would have babysitting and/or nanny experience previously.
 
Schedule: Overall, we are looking for someone with a flexible schedule in the evenings and on weekends.
An ideal candidate would also be willing to potentially work overnights on the weekends when needed (you are compensated for this time) and would be paid to sleep.
 
Perks/Benefits: excellent & competitive pay (based on experience), fun working environment, occasional travel opportunities.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your resume (and 2 to 3 professional references- preferably of someone you have babysat for) to the below contact information.
 
Emily Smith
Phone: 612 790 0603