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Posted 01-13-2020

Carmel New Church School is looking to add to our team!

Teaching Position Available for 2020-21 School Year

The Carmel New Church School has an opening for a full-time teacher in the elementary grades, most likely with an emphasis in grades 7 & 8, beginning July 1, 2020. (School year begins in September.)  Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in education, or a degree related to it.  Previous teaching experience in a New Church school, especially in a multi-grade classroom, is an asset.

We are looking for someone who is committed to the principals of New Church education, loves working with children, is highly motivated, has sound organizational skills, and is able to work with a team of dedicated educators in a vibrant New Church school.

To apply or inquire further, please send a letter of application by March 20th along with a resume to:

                               Stephanie Kuhl,

                               Carmel New Church School Principal

                               40 Chapel Hill Drive

                               Kitchener, Ontario N2R 1N2

                               Phone:          519-748-5802

                               Fax:              519-748-5875

                               Email:            stephkuhl@live.ca

Posted 11-20-2019

Principal, Olivet School

Olivet School, a Pre-K-5 school aligned with the Olivet New Church, is currently seeking a Principal to oversee day-day-operations of the school for the 2020/2021 school year and beyond. Reporting to the Pastor of the Olivet New Church, the Principal is responsible for leading school faculty and staff in the implementation of New Church Education, and is accountable for managing all administrative functions, including the school budget, admissions policies and procedures, health and safety, student discipline, and staffing.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative leadership for the school, which involves managing all administrative duties necessary for the effective daily operations of the school; proposing, tracking and managing the budget for the school; overseeing the admissions process; managing health and safety issues; managing discipline issues; overseeing student progress and records.
• Supporting teachers and staff in their daily duties. Maintaining a regular dialogue with each teacher, visiting classrooms on a regular basis, and conducting regular staff and faculty meetings.
• Providing leadership and support for school marketing and fundraising activities, and helping to promote the school to the community by meeting with prospective school families and presenting the value of a New Church education to various constituents.
• Attending Olivet Board meetings, reporting on important developments in the school. Bringing to the Pastor any questions or concerns within the domain of the board to handle.
• Establishing and maintaining affirmative, two-way communications with all faculty, staff, parents, students, and members of the Olivet New Church. This includes providing reports to all interested parties, and listening and actively responding to issues and concerns as they arise.
• Overseeing the hiring of faculty, in conjunction with Human Resources and managing the ongoing performance and professional development of all faculty.
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with all local, provincial, and federal regulations.

A Master’s degree in Education/Education Admin. or equivalent experience and training is preferred. Previous experience, in the classroom and as an administrator is favored.  A background in the philosophy of New Church Education is required. Requires leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills; a strong financial aptitude; the ability to serve as a role model for students, faculty, and staff; and the ability to work cooperatively with all members of the Olivet New Church and extended community.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Valerie Younan at val.younan@olivetnewchurch.org by December 20, 2019.