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Careers at John Carroll
The John Carroll School is a Catholic, co-educational, college-preparatory school where each student is known, valued and inspired to grow in grace and wisdom to reach their highest potential. We prepare students to become leaders, critical thinkers and creative problem solvers while being socially responsible, spiritually centered and morally grounded in our Catholic beliefs.
We work tirelessly every day to inspire our student to discover, develop and share their God-given talents for the greater good.
Employment opportunities
Our teachers and coaches are lifelong learners who are passionate about their fields and dedicated to teaching challenging academics and building on our foundation of Catholic values.
Qualified candidates understand, respect and will contribute to the School’s mission and values.
The John Carroll School is an equal opportunity employer, and all employment policies and practices are administered without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disabilities not affecting one’s ability to perform the essential functions of one’s job.
Coaching positions
Anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application found at the link below. Applicants should complete the form and email it to cpatton@johncarroll.org and athletics@johncarroll.org.
Please note, an Associate of Arts degree or greater is required in order to qualify to coach.
Head coach positions offer $4,500 per season, and assistant coach positions up to $2,500.
Faculty & Staff
Chief Advancement Officer
The John Carroll School seeks a dynamic and results-driven Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) to lead and grow the School’s advancement efforts. The CAO is responsible for strategic leadership of fundraising, alumni engagement, communications and donor relations in support of the School’s Catholic mission and growth.
The CAO will cultivate a culture of philanthropy, strengthen relationships with alumni and benefactors, and secure financial resources that support the School’s academic excellence, faith formation, and student opportunities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
• Develop and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy aligned with the School’s mission and strategic plan
• Serve as a member of the School’s Executive Leadership Team
• Partner with the President, Executive Leadership and Board of Trustees to advance fundraising growth objectives and initiatives
Fundraising and Development
• Lead all fundraising efforts including annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns and planned giving
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major donors and benefactors
• Manage the donor database and track advancement metrics
• Develop compelling cases for support and fundraising materials
Alumni, Parent & Community Engagement
• Engage alumni and parents as mission partners.
• Coordinate alumni programs and reunions
Communications & Marketing
• Oversee advancement communication, social media and donor reporting
• Promote the School’s mission, achievements and impact to internal and external audiences
• Collaborate with the Admissions Office to support enrollment initiatives
Events & Stewardship
• Direct fundraising events and donor appreciation programs
• Ensure strong stewardship practices that recognize, grow and retain donors
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5–7 years of advancement, fundraising or nonprofit leadership experience
• Proven success securing major gifts and managing development programs
• Strong understanding of Catholic education and commitment to the mission of Catholic schools
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and leadership skill
• Experience with donor management systems and advancement analytics
Preferred Qualities
• Practicing Catholic or strong familiarity with Catholic educational mission
• Experience working with non-profit boards, alumni communities and volunteers
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project management skills
How to apply
The target salary for this role is $100-160k, commensurate with experience. Health, retirement and other benefits are included.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Vicki Thacker, Chief Financial Officer, at vthacker@johncarroll.org.
Religion Teacher
The John Carroll School seeks a qualified, full-time (10-month) Religion Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year.
Candidates should possess a passion for teaching and be able to collaborate with colleagues to keep different sections of the same course progressing at the same rate. Successful candidates will have a proven record of teaching Religion to high school students and an ability to differentiate instruction. The successful candidate will be expected to provide continuity by facilitating success and growth in students' academic and interpersonal skills through the instruction. It is important to create a safe and optimal learning environment in which student progress is documented, individual student needs are addressed, and effective communication with students, parents, administration, faculty and staff thrives. As a representative of The John Carroll School, the employee is expected to support and carry out the School’s Catholic mission.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide Catholic, secondary education that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Provide a grade-appropriate instructional program for students in accordance with curriculum. Effective instruction will include differentiated learning.
- Participate in faculty, curriculum and team meetings, school committees, and professional development as needed.
- Provide technology enhanced instruction that leads to deeper understanding and real-world experiences.
- Perform assigned duties supervising students, such as advisory and class substitution duties.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan, implement and evaluate instructional programs.
- Prepare daily and weekly lessons.
- Maintain an attractive, organized and engaging learning environment.
- Meet with students for extra help during free periods and before/after school.
- Support the school through attendance at evening and weekend events as necessary, including, but not limited to admissions, Athletics and club events, parent/teacher conferences, etc.
- Chaperone a minimum of four extracurricular activities.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Accurately report grades and attendance and uphold student code of conduct policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Certification by the Archdiocese of Baltimore, or ability to be certified within three years, required.
- Practicing Catholic, required.
- Previous teaching or student teaching experience required.
- Proficiency in the use of classroom technology.
- Proven ability to engage students in meaningful lessons and assignments.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Interest in foreign travel and/or hosting opportunities.
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory state and federal background checks, driving record check, completion of VIRTUS Training, and completion of all required employment paperwork.
How to apply
The salary range for this role is $45-60k, commensurate with experience.
Qualified applicants should submit cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references to Mandy Kincaid, Administrative Assistant, at mkincaid@johncarroll.org.
Please reference the position in the subject line.
Coaching Positions
Field Hockey, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all IAAM rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application (linked below) and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Click here to fill out a coaching application
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Girls Basketball, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all IAAM rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application (linked below) and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Click here to fill out a coaching application
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Varsity Track & Field, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all MIAA and IAAM rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport, including sprinting, starts, form, relays and speed training. Hurdle and field event training is a plus.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application (linked below) and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Boys Varsity Lacrosse, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all MIAA rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application (linked below) and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT A COACHING APPLICATION
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
JV Softball, Head Coach
- Supervise all aspects of the JV team.
- Complete pre-season planning well in advance of the starting date and communicate with the Varsity Head Coach and JV assistants.
- Build a relationship with each student-athlete on the team, regardless of role.
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Run well-organized practices using sound teaching progressions.
- Communicate with parents and student-athletes in a timely fashion.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all IAAM rules and regulations.
- Provide coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Supervise the distribution, maintenance and use of school-issued uniforms and equipment.
- Work in tandem with the Varsity coaches.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings, practices and games.
- Hold a pre-season parent meeting to communicate team philosophy, rules, expectations and schedule.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level is required; experience playing at a high level also preferred.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Boys & Girls Swimming, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all MIAA/IAAM rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings.
- Instill and promote the positive culture and foundational values of the Athletics Department.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, coaching application (linked below) and three references to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Click here to fill out a coaching application
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Girls Varsity Volleyball, Assistant Coach
- Motivate students to improve individually and contribute to team improvement.
- Assist in communicating with parents and the community to promote this sport and The John Carroll School.
- Promote safety within all aspects of the program.
- Follow all IAAM rules and regulations.
- Assist in coaching and instruction that upholds the values and ideals of the Catholic Church and is in alignment with the mission of The John Carroll School.
- Be committed to self-improvement and professional development.
- Build a relationship with each student-athlete on the team, regardless of role.
- Attend pre-season and post-season meetings, practices and games.
- Assist with practice plans, scouting and video breakdown.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Demonstrated success in coaching at the high school level.
- Knowledge of all aspects of the skills involved with this sport.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to relate and work with diverse groups.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Please note that anyone who is interested in a coaching position must also complete the Coaching Application and email it to athletics@johncarroll.org.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The John Carroll School shall assure equal employment opportunity in all its employment policies and practices. These policies and practices shall be administered without regard to race, color, national origin, age, gender, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disabilities not affecting one’s ability to perform the essential functions of one’s job.
