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Episcopal School of Nashville is committed to an inclusive program.
Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work are encouraged to apply!
Director of Admissions and Marketing
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking a Director of Admissions and Marketing for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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Director of Admissions and Marketing
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Experience:
Proven experience in admissions and marketing roles, preferably in an independent school setting
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing marketing strategies to drive admissions growth
Strong understanding of enrollment management principles and best practices
Experience with digital marketing, social media management, and content creation
Familiarity with enrollment management software and CRM systems (ESN uses Blackbaud)
Personal Qualities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
Ability to inspire and lead a team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
Strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
Creative thinker with a passion for innovative marketing approaches
Commitment to upholding the mission, philosophy, and values of the Episcopal School of Nashville
High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information
Job Responsibilities:
Serving on the School’s senior administration team, the Director of Admissions and Marketing plays a critical role in driving enrollment growth and enhancing the school's brand visibility through strategic admissions and marketing initiatives.
Admissions Strategy:
Collaborate with school leadership to establish data-driven enrollment goals and develop plans to achieve them
Develop and execute comprehensive admissions strategies to attract and enroll mission-aligned students
Oversee the admissions process from inquiry to enrollment, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for prospective families
Oversee the development and implementation of appropriate admissions testing and decision making processes
Utilize the School’s enrollment management software (Blackbaud) and data analytics to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions
Enrollment Management:
Develop a comprehensive admissions and enrollment management calendar
Oversee student records and transcript communications
Work with members of the administration and faculty to organize specific retention efforts at the key grade levels and to increase legacy students
Marketing Strategy:
Develop and implement strategic marketing plans to raise awareness of the school, increase inquiries, and drive enrollment
Manage the school's brand identity and ensure consistency across all marketing materials and communication channels
Lead the creation of compelling marketing content, including print materials, digital assets, website content, and social media posts
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform marketing strategies and stay ahead of the curve
Digital Marketing and Social Media Management:
Oversee the school's digital marketing efforts, including website management, email marketing, and online advertising campaigns
Supervise the person managing the School's social media channels, to ensure engagement with followers, posting of relevant content, and fostering a sense of community
Monitor and analyze digital marketing metrics to evaluate performance, optimize campaigns, and drive continuous improvement
Event Management:
Plan and coordinate admissions events, open houses, and campus tours to showcase the School's offerings and engage with prospective families
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student ambassadors to ensure successful event execution and meaningful interactions with visitors
Evaluate event effectiveness and ROI, making recommendations for enhancements and improvements
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and motivate the admissions and marketing team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities as needed
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the admissions and marketing team
Establish clear goals, objectives, and performance metrics for team members, and regularly review progress and provide feedback
Manage the Coordinator of Admissions and Family Engagement, and the Communications Associate, providing direction, support, and guidance to ensure the effective execution of their responsibilities
Work with and provide direction to the faculty liaison for admissions
Community Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with feeder schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote the school and generate referrals
Represent the school at community events, fairs, and conferences to raise awareness and attract prospective families
Collaborate with school leadership and parent volunteers to engage current families and strengthen the school community
Reporting Relationships: The Director of Admissions and Marketing reports to the Head of School.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
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Grade 1 Lead Teacher
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking a Grade 1 lead teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking an exceptional First Grade Lead Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Episcopal School of Nashville is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be an experienced upper elementary school educator capable of meeting each child’s needs and possess a desire to help the school grow to full enrollment. The position is full-time and exempt.
Episcopal School’s Lower School team fosters a learning environment centered on high academic standards, innovation, creativity, and personal attention. Teachers work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency. During the August in-service in 2024, all teachers at ESN will receive an intensive four day training in Responsive Classroom. All candidates must be willing to embrace and implement the Responsive Classroom approach to teaching and learning.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
The ideal candidate is a thoughtful listener, who is able to effectively motivate and teach upper elementary-age students with diverse learning needs and abilities. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and families, both orally and in writing, is essential. Professionalism, a positive outlook, a good sense of humor, and a student-centered approach to teaching are highly valued. We seek a colleague who enjoys being part of a highly collaborative team, with a commitment to interdisciplinary projects and innovative pedagogy.
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A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Elementary Education. A master’s degree is preferred.
At least three years of full-time lower school teaching experience, and curriculum development. Experience with play based curriculum is also a plus.
Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest the Head of School, Dr. James Jordan at james.jordan@esnashville.
Early Childhood Assistant Teachers
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking early childhood assistant teachers for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking exceptional Early Childhood Assistant Teachers in 3K, PK, and Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Episcopal School of Nashville is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work are encouraged to apply. The position is full-time and offers generous benefits.
The ideal candidate will be an aspiring or experienced educator capable of meeting each child’s needs and supporting the lead teacher(s). In addition, the ideal candidate is a thoughtful listener, who is able to effectively motivate and teach Early Childhood-age students with diverse learning needs and abilities. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and families, both orally and in writing, is essential. Professionalism, a positive outlook, a good sense of humor, and a student-centered approach are highly valued. We seek a colleague who enjoys being part of a highly collaborative team, with a commitment to interdisciplinary projects and innovative pedagogy. All candidates must be willing to embrace and implement the Responsive Classroom approach to teaching and learning.
Episcopal School’s Early Childhood team fosters a learning environment centered on play, innovation, creativity and personal attention. Teachers and assistants work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
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A bachelor’s degree is preferred, ideally in Early Childhood Education. Early Childhood teaching experience is preferred. Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest to Early Childhood Division Lead, Katie Donald, at katie.donald@esnashville.org.
Lower School Assistant Teacher
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking a lower school assistant teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking an exceptional Lower School Assistant Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Episcopal School of Nashville is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be an aspiring or experienced educator capable of meeting each child’s needs and supporting the lead teacher(s). The position is full-time and exempt.
Episcopal School’s Elementary team fosters a learning environment centered on high academic standards, innovation, creativity and personal attention. Teachers and assistants work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
The ideal candidate is a thoughtful listener, who is able to effectively motivate and teach elementary-age students with diverse learning needs and abilities. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and families, both orally and in writing, is essential. Professionalism, a positive outlook, flexibility, a good sense of humor, and a student-centered approach are highly valued. We seek a colleague who enjoys being part of a highly collaborative team, with a commitment to interdisciplinary projects and innovative pedagogy.
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A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Elementary Education. Experience in curriculum development, at least three years of full-time lower school teaching experience, and a master’s degree are preferred. Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest to Renee Norris, Lower School Division Lead, at Renee.norris@esnashville.org.
Part Time Catechist of the Good Shepherd
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking a part-time Catechist of the Good Shepherd for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
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The position is part-time–up to 10 hours per week–and covers PK through 1st grade instruction in small groups.
Episcopal School’s Early Childhood team fosters a learning environment centered on play, innovation, creativity and personal attention. Teachers and assistants work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty. Click here to access ESN’s strategic plan and see what the future holds for us.
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A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Elementary Education. Elementary experience is preferred. Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should
1 - Fill out the linked Application
2 - Submit a Resume and Cover Letter outlining their qualifications and interest to Head of School, Dr. James Jordan at james.jordan@esnashville.org
PK Lead Teacher
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking an exceptional PK lead teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
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Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking an exceptional Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Episcopal School of Nashville is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be an experienced early childhood educator capable of meeting each child’s needs and possess a desire to help the School grow to full enrollment. The position is full-time and offers generous benefits and competitive pay.
The ideal candidate is a thoughtful listener, who is able to effectively motivate and teach Pre-Kindergarten-age students with diverse learning needs and abilities. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and families, both orally and in writing, is essential. Professionalism, a positive outlook, a good sense of humor, and a student-centered approach are highly valued. We seek a colleague who enjoys being part of a highly collaborative team, with a commitment to interdisciplinary projects and innovative pedagogy.
Episcopal School’s Early Childhood team fosters a learning environment centered on play, innovation, creativity and personal attention. Teachers and assistants work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
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A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Early Childhood Education. Experience in play-based curriculum development, at least three years of full-time Early Childhood teaching experience, and a master’s degree are preferred. Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest to Katie Donald, Early Childhood Division Lead, at Katie.Donald@esnashville.org.
PK-8 Substitute Teacher
Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking substitute teacher candidates to cover planned and short notice absences.
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The position is as-needed and pays $17 per hour for short term needs.
Substitutes enjoy small class sizes, engaged students, and a welcoming community.
Episcopal School’s Lower School Team fosters a learning environment centered on the spirit of discovery, critical thinking and problem solving. Teachers and assistants work as a close-knit team to support each other and collaborate on curriculum development to ensure appropriate vertical alignment and consistency.
Located at the Historic Ross Elementary Building in East Nashville, Episcopal School of Nashville is a diverse urban independent school, and is dedicated to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each of its students. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors, and guides. Episcopal School continually strives for an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
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The ideal candidate will be an experienced educator capable of meeting each child’s needs and possess a desire to help the School grow to full enrollment.
The ideal candidate is a thoughtful listener, who is able to effectively motivate and teach PK-8th grade students with diverse learning needs and abilities. An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and families, both orally and in writing, is essential. Professionalism, a positive outlook, a good sense of humor, and a student-centered approach are highly valued. We seek a colleague who enjoys being part of a highly collaborative team, with a commitment to interdisciplinary projects and innovative pedagogy.
A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Elementary Education.
Experience in play-based curriculum development, at least three years of full-time teaching experience (or equivalent), and a master’s degree are preferred. Comfort and familiarity with the use of relevant technology to enhance learning are also essential.
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Interested candidates should
1 - Fill out the linked Application
2 - Submit a Resume and Cover Letter outlining their qualifications and interest to Head of School, Dr. James Jordan at james.jordan@esnashville.org