Employment

List of 4 items.

• ENGLISH TEACHER

  Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung, NJ, is seeking a full-time English teacher to join our Faculty beginning Fall of 2025.  This position involves teaching a full course load in our English Department and participating in extracurricular activities.

     
  Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's degree in English or related discipline; advanced degree preferred
  • Strong, organized work ethic
  • Ability to conduct focused and exciting academic class discussions on level-appropriate literature
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • A desire to collaborate with other departments and serve on committees
  • A positive attitude and a growth mindset
  • Two or more years of experience teaching English on the secondary level preferred

  Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Mrs. Jacqueline Conti Muratore, Assistant Directress, at jmuratore@mountsaintmary.org, and Dr. Joseph Bonk, English Department Chair, at jbonk@mountsaintmary.org.

   

• SCHOOL COUNSELOR

  Mount Saint Mary Academy is seeking a full-time School Counselor for immediate hire.  The counselor will support the Academy’s instructional program and counseling activities, which are designed to assist students in their personal, social, and intellectual development consistent with the goals set by the mission and philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy.  This will include the management of a caseload of students and counseling those assigned students in their academic, personal, and social development.  The counselor will utilize leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to promote student success; work closely with administration, faculty, and staff members; provide preventive services; and communicate regularly with students and parents. 

    

  The ideal candidate will have attention to detail; strong interpersonal, technological, and organizational skills; and experience in high school student counseling.  The candidate should have a master’s degree in the area of school counseling or a related field.  Experience as an SSD Coordinator and working with students with testing accommodations and learning differences is preferred.

    

  Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    

  • Oversee transcripts and fulfillment of graduation requirements
  • Coordinate submission of quarterly grades with the Registrar and teachers
  • Serve on the Student Assistance Committee
  • Instruct and approve curriculum for students in grades 9 and 10 in Counseling Seminar classes covering topics appropriate for each class level, including Freshman Success and Sophomore career development
  • Serve on Admissions Committee; review and interview incoming 8th grade applicants
  • Ensure the consistent implementation of accommodations for students with documented learning differences
  • Oversee SSD testing requests and work with Somerset County in developing and providing accommodation plans
  • Supervise the Pre-ACT standardized testing for our students
  • Serve as chairperson of the National Honor Society
  • Help plan and be present at events or informational workshops for families to learn about the Counseling Department and college planning and application process, including Senior Parent Night, Junior Parent Night, College Information Night, and Freshman/Sophomore Parent Events
  • Assist the Director of College Counseling with the College Fair and AP Exam proctoring

    

  Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to Mrs. Jacqueline Muratore, Assistant Directress, at jmuratore@mountsaintmary.org and Mrs. Dana Goad, School and College Counseling Department Chair, at dgoad@mountsaintmary.org.

• SCIENCE TEACHER

  Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung, NJ is seeking a full-time Physics teacher to join our Faculty beginning Fall of 2025.  Teaching responsibilities include AP Physics 1, Physics Honors, and College Preparatory Physics for junior and senior students.  Additional responsibilities include assisting with the robotics team, the maker space, and our high school chapter of the Society of Women Engineers.
    

  Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
  • Prior teaching experience on the secondary level preferred
  • Ability to teach additional science classes is a plus
  • Ability to conduct engaging lessons utilizing hands-on activities
  • Strong, organized work ethic
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • A desire to collaborate with other departments
  • A positive attitude and a growth mindset

    
  Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Mrs. Jacqueline Muratore, Assistant Directress, at jmuratore@mountsaintmary.org, and Dr. Dorothea Kominos, Science Department Chair, at dkominos@mountsaintmary.org.

• SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER - LEAVE REPLACEMENT

  Family Leave Position Available: Late August to December 5
  
  

  Mount Saint Mary Academy is currently seeking a qualified and enthusiastic educator to fill a maternity leave position from late August to December 5. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching AP Psychology and United States History Honors at the high school level. The selected candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and delivering lessons in alignment with the curriculum while maintaining a positive and engaging classroom environment. Additionally, they will assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and foster strong communication with both students and parents.                               

  
  

  Applicants must have a deep understanding of the AP Psychology and United States History curricula, as well as the ability to create dynamic and effective lesson plans that meet the needs of the students. The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, and faculty is essential, as is the ability to stay organized and manage classroom activities effectively.                                                                                                                         
  

  If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this temporary teaching opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter to Mrs. Jacqueline Muratore, Assistant Directress, at jmuratore@mountsaintmary.org and Mrs. Joanne Cadigan-Peters, Social Studies Department Chair, at jcadigan@mountsaintmary.org. We look forward to reviewing your application and learning how you can contribute to our academic community.