Current Openings

+ School Counselor

Saint Henry School in Nashville, serving over 700 students pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, seeks an experienced School Counselor to join our supportive school environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Plan individual solution-focused counseling, small groups, and drop-in crisis counseling to help in the academic development and personal/social growth of students.
  • Organize classroom counseling lessons on topics such as bullying, conflict resolution, peer relations, and others to be discussed with administration.
  • Coordinate with outside agencies in order to enrich the counseling curriculum.
  • Manage teacher, parent, and outside agency (therapists, doctors, etc.) consultations to discuss student concerns and track progress.
  • Develop plans of action that will assist the student in reaching his/her fullest potential.
  • Provides administrative support.

Faculty members model their Catholic faith in word and action, seek meaningful professional growth opportunities, and are life-long learners. As such, faculty members are passionate about their profession, the students they teach, mentor, and counsel and the school community. Saint Henry School is an exciting, highly professional, and very engaging community.

REQUIREMENTS:

  1. M. A. or M. S. degree in Counselor Education and/or other counseling-related field
  2. Minimum 3 years of experience teaching and/or school-based counseling, preferably in an elementary and/or middle school environment
  3. Valid Tennessee issued certificate and/or license
  4. Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills

TO APPLY: Please send (1) a cover letter stating your intent to work as the School Counselor at Saint Henry School; (2) a complete and professional resume, and; (3) contact information for three references to the attention of Principal Sister Mary Elizabeth at info@sthenry.org

+ Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Aide

Saint Henry School in Nashville, serving 725 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, seeks an energetic, caring, and passionate teacher aide. The teacher aide must be willing to work hard to help bring learning to life and collaborate with a highly qualified professional learning community in a supportive school environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist teacher in planning and preparation for all classroom activities and learning exercises.
  • Monitor student behavior and guide children in working and playing appropriately.
  • Work collaboratively with the team of teachers and aides. Provide support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment.

Faculty members model their Catholic faith in word and action, seek meaningful professional growth opportunities, and are life-long learners. As such, faculty members are passionate about what they do, the students they teach and mentor, and the school community. Saint Henry School is an exciting, highly professional, and very engaging community.

REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

PREFERRED:

  1. Experience working in an early childhood classroom

TO APPLY: Please send (1) a cover letter stating your intent to work as a teacher at Saint Henry School; (2) a complete and professional resume, and (3) contact information for three references to Principal Sister John Mary, O.P. at info@sthenry.org

+ Camp Tiger Town Summer 2025 Internship

Overall Job Summary
Saint Henry School is seeking a motivated Summer Camp Operations Intern to join our Camp Tiger Town director team for a 5-week internship in Nashville, Tennessee. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into school operations and contribute to the success of our summer day camp program, known as Camp Tiger Town. The internship position will be unpaid and offered as class credit or as volunteer hours.

  • Exposure to a leading private Catholic school and its summer camp operations

  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced education professionals

  • Networking opportunities

  • Potential for future opportunities within Saint Henry School

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Summer Camp Support: Contribute to camp operations initiatives, which may include assisting teachers within their day-camps, and supporting camp directors with their operations duties

  • Operational Analysis: Assist in analyzing day-to-day summer camp operations performance data to identify areas for improvement and operational efficiency.

  • Process Improvement: Collaborate with teachers, students, and summer camp directors to develop and implement process improvement initiatives and identify best practices.

  • Public-Facing Communication: Support the development of communication materials and resources for teachers, families, students, and Saint Henry School social media.

  • Inventory Management: Assist in inventory management processes, including product allocation, replenishment strategies, and inventory analysis.

What We Look For

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Education, Operations, Event Management, or a related field (i.e. Communications, Psychology, etc.)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook and Excel.

  • Enthusiasm for education, operations, and continual improvement.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Working Conditions

  • In-person

  • June 2-20th, Monday through Friday

  • July 7-18th, Monday through Friday

Physical Requirements

  • Sitting

  • Standing

  • Walking

  • Lifting up to 20 pounds

About Us
Faithful to the teaching of the Catholic Church, Saint Henry School builds the kingdom of God by forming students in faith, academic integrity, and service to others. Saint Henry School is a Pre-K(3) through 8th Grade Private Catholic School located in Davidson County. We are an integral part of the Saint Henry Parish community in Nashville, Tennessee, composed of over 700 students and 80 teachers and staff, including four Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation.

  • Best of Music City 2022 and 2023 Winner for Best Private School and Best Preschool

To Apply
Please send (1) a cover letter stating your intent to work as a Summer Camp Operations Intern at Saint Henry School; (2) a complete and professional resume, and; (3) contact information for three references to summercamp@sthenry.org

Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

+ Aftercare Staff

Saint Henry School is seeking experienced, innovative, and passionate staff for our Aftercare program. We are seeking applicants willing to work hard to ensure that students are provided supportive and nurturing care in an environment appropriate for after-school hours. The staff will design age-appropriate activities, allow for creative play, and encourage individual interests for our students during after-school hours. Staff members are expected to be passionate about what they do, the students they provide care for and mentor, and the school community. Saint Henry School is an exciting, highly professional, and very engaging community.

  • $18/Hour
  • Weekdays 2:45-5:45PM

Requirements:

  1. High School Diploma
  2. Ability to follow the guidelines and policies provided
  3. Willing to incorporate the teachings of the Catholic faith
  4. Experience working with children in various developmental stages preferred
  5. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

To apply for this position, please email your resume and work availability to Christie El-Shishini at afterhours@sthenry.org.