Employment

We are seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant (AA) to join our staff supporting our School Principal. This individual will manage the Principal’s schedule, write the Principal’s communication and correspondence, and support event planning and general office activities.

A successful professional candidate will be energetic, highly organized, technologically savvy, has excellent attention to detail, is a team player, and seeks to work in a Catholic school.

The AA to the Principal is a full-time,12-month position.

Hours: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm during a regular school day.

We are currently seeking to fill this position effective immediately. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. 

To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to Mr. Loia, Principal, at rloia@smsva.org, or Mrs. Vittoria Kelley at vkelley@smsva.org. 

Title: Counselor and Counseling Program Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Learning Support Services

Job Description: The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Guidance Counselor  for the 2023-2024 school year. The Counselor will work closely with the with our Learning Supports team in a highly collaborative manner committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in counseling, with an ability to develop a guidance program that will care for the social, emotional, and spiritual and personal growth of students and grades pre-K through eight. 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 counseling, social work, or psychology, will hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have relevant 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. 

Minimum Requirements: The candidate must be eligible for certification as a school counselor in the state of Virginia.

Physical Demands: Stairs, lift 20lbs, travel between classrooms and throughout 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. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 

Additional information: 10-month position

Hours: 7:30 AM -3:30 PM

Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington 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, Principal, at rloia@smsva.org 

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: 

Title	Teaching Assistant
Department	Faculty
Reports to	Homeroom Teacher
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 2023-2024 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  a variety of learning activities.  The Teaching Assistant, along with the homeroom teacher, is  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 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 hr@smsva.org.

Compensation: Competitive hourly salary commensurate with experience.