Careers
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at The Basilica School of Saint Mary. Below are the current open positions that we are looking to fill. If you are interested in helping us fulfill our mission of forming our students into saints, stewards, and scholars in a Christ-centered school, please send your cover letter and resume to HR@smsva.org.
Individuals applying for teacher positions must submit an application with the Diocese of Arlington Office of Catholic Schools. Click here for information and to apply.
Job Opportunities
- Catechist - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Part-Time)
- English Literature, and Language Arts Middle School Teacher and English Chair
- Extended Care Staff
- Facilities Technician
- Instructional Assistants
- Primary, Elementary and Middle School Teachers
- Substitute Teachers
Catechist - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Part-Time)
Position HR Classification: 10-months
Supervisor and Direct Report: Principal
Hours: 20-24 Hours per week while school is in session
Overview of the Position
The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a qualified teacher to serve as a teacher for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for the 2024-2025 School year. The Basilica School is progressively developing an Atrium and will expand instruction from our Pre-K program to the Kindergarten class. The Catechist will work closely with the Kindergarten team and with our Director of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. The Catechist will be committed to offering excellence in our youngest students' intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. This is an excellent opportunity to build a program with a supportive team. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, always with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree, hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have previous Pre-K instructional experiences.
Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington at Diocesan Application and be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mr. Robert Loia at rloia@smsva.org or Mrs. Shannon Mahoney at HR@smsva.org.
English Literature, and Language Arts Middle School Teacher and English Chair
The Basilica School of Saint Mary seeks a teacher of Middle School English and Literature teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year
Position HR Classification: 10-month
Supervisor and Direct Report: Principal
Hours: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM during a regular school day.
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English Literature and Language Teacher for the Middle School |
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Faculty |
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Assistant Principal/Principal |
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Job Description |
The Basilica School of Saint Mary seeks a teacher of Middle School English Literature, Language Arts, and English Department Chair for the 2025-26 School Year. The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eighth grade Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks an English Literature and Language teacher for the Middle School grades and English Department Chair for the 2025-26 school year. The English teacher will work closely with the middle school team in a highly collaborative manner and be committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. The Department Chair will coordinate the literature studies and writing program for grades five through eight, collaborating with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in and passion for English literature and writing, with an ability to engage students in a love for reading and literary analysis. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, always with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree in English or education, will hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have strong instructional experiences. The Basilica School is committed to providing our students and families excellence in Catholic education. We are in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. |
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Minimum Requirements |
Bachelor's degree in English, Humanities, or Education |
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Physical Demands |
Stairs, lift 20 lbs, travel between classrooms and through the campus |
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Application: Applicants must submit an application to the Diocese of Arlington. They must also be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mrs. Shannon Mahoney at HR@smsva.org.
Extended Care Staff
Position HR Classification: 10 months
Supervisor and Direct Report: Extended Care Director
Hours: Mon-Friday 3:00 pm-6:00 pm, flexible day options available
The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking after-school staff for Extended Care Program working with the middle school and elementary grade for the 2024-2025 school year. The staff member will work as a team, in a highly collaborative manner. The staff member will manage a variety of activities including indoor and outdoor play. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars. Ideal candidates will have childcare experience, an understanding of child development, and an interest in providing a happy after-school experience.
The afterschool program requires that you love God, His Children, and their joyful voices! We are in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington. An hourly wage of $18 to start. Will consider 3 days a week for those unable to commit to 5 days
Minimum Requirements
Experience working with children
Physical Demands
Stairs, lift 20 lbs, travel between classrooms and through the campus
Job Type: Part-time
If interested, please contact Mrs. Ashley Bencosme at abencosme@smsva.org
Facilities Technician
The Basilica School of Saint Mary seeks a qualified Facilities Technician. The ideal candidate has excellent general maintenance skills, is a self-starter, can work independently or as a team, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills with others in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, weekends as needed.
Hourly: $30-35 depending on experience
Position Overview:
The qualified candidate will provide service maintenance and repairs, troubleshooting diagnostics, and repairs to commercial buildings. The successful candidate will have excellent working knowledge and references of the following responsibilities and tasks, including but not limited to:
● Minor Drywall repair
● Minor Electrical
● Minor HVAC
● Minor plumbing
● Janitorial
● Moving furniture
● Set up / break down for events
● Be familiar with fire systems and panels
Requirements:
● Trade qualifications preferred |
● Experience working in a commercial environment
● Working knowledge of general maintenance systems of multiple buildings
● 10 years of working experience required
● Excellent communication skills
● Work within a team environment
● Background check/drug check required
● Excellent references
● Ability to use a computer
● Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
● Valid driver's license
● May be needed on weekends when needed
Benefits:
● 401(k)
● 401(k) matching
● Dental Insurance
● Employee assistance program
● Health insurance
● Life insurance
● Paid time off
● Professional development assistance
● Referral program
● Vision insurance
Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington.
The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to the Director of Facilities, Mr. Craig Webb, at cwebb@smsva.org.
Instructional Assistants
The Basilica School of Saint Mary seeks to fill Instructional Assistant Positions
Position HR Classification: 10 month
Supervisor and Direct Report: Homeroom Teacher
Hours: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM during a regular school day
Overview of the Position:
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Teaching Assistant |
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Homeroom Teacher |
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Job Description |
The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking Teaching Assistants for primary and elementary grades teachers for the 2024-2025 School year. Teaching Assistants will work closely with their homeroom teacher in a highly collaborative manner. The Teaching Assistant will support the homeroom teacher and manage various learning activities. The Teaching Assistant and the homeroom teacher are committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, continually with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of an associate's degree, an understanding of child development, and an interest in a teaching career. The Basilica School is committed to providing our students and families excellence in Catholic education. We are in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. |
Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington at Diocesan Application and be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mr. Robert Loia at rloia@smsva.org or Mrs.Shannon Mahoney HR@smsva.org
Compensation: Competitive hourly salary commensurate with experience.
Primary, Elementary and Middle School Teachers
The Basilica School of Saint Mary seeks Primary, Elementary and Middle School Homeroom teachers for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Title: Homeroom Teacher
Department: Faculty
Reports to: Assistant Principal/Principal
Job Description: The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria Virginia, seeks to hire elementary, and middle school homeroom teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, who offer superb instruction and a strong Catholic formation. Our teachers work closely with their grade-level team in a highly collaborative manner committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, always with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree, hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have strong elementary instructional experiences. We seek excellent teachers fully committed to offering a Catholic intellectual, moral, and spiritual formation. The Basilica School is committed to providing our students and families excellence in Catholic education. We are located in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington.
Salaries are highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree, Elementary Experience
Physical Demands: Stairs, lift 20 lbs, travel between classrooms and through the campus.
Application: Applicants must submit an application to the Diocese of Arlington. They must also be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mrs. Shannon Mahoney at HR@smsva.org.
Substitute Teachers
Are you interested in substitute teaching?
Join our team to make a meaningful impact in Catholic education while enjoying the flexibility and diversity of substitute teaching opportunities.
If interested, please contact Mrs. Shannon Mahoney at HR@smsva.org.