Employment Opportunities

Current Openings

• Bookstore & Purchasing Manager & Assistant Manager

  Description:
  The bookstore manager & assistant manager will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of BA’s bookstore operations and outside purchasing needs. The positions report to the Office of Marketing & Communication (MarComm) and will work closely with the school’s business manager to maintain accurate financial reports. Outside of the school, the manager coordinates and maintains relationships with product vendors.
  Store Hours: The store is open 40 weeks per year for the majority of the school day, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (M-F), all home football games, and other special events as scheduled.

  Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop purchasing strategy and inventory control
  • Attend purchasing trade shows (Tailgate and CAMEX)
  • Maintain accurate inventory data within Lightspeed (POS system)
  • Creation of items/SKU’s, PO entry & receiving, adjustments, etc.
  • Manage and maintain online store and fulfill orders in a timely manner
  • Maintain relationships with product vendors
  • Maintain a pool of committed volunteers, scheduling for various store related duties
  • Lead and manage ongoing store merchandising and layout and stage
  • Develop discount sale strategies and sales schedule
  • Coordinate special team/program orders
  • Collaborate with MarCom office on store marketing and advertising
  • Cultivate and manage a team of volunteers to provide consistent operating hours, Monday through Friday.
  • Manage bookstore trailer operations at sporting events and other select special events
  • Manage coordination of special store events
  • Collaborate with the school’s business manager on annual inventory
  • Keep records of product sales to inform buying decisions
  • Count, balance drawers and provide timely reporting on sales

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  • 5+ years of retail management experience;
  • Excellent computer knowledge, willingness to learn POS, web structure, Excel
  • Sales data interpretation skills;
  • Excellent customer service and retail selling skills;
  • Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal skills;
  • Demonstrate the ability to think on your feet and solve problems independently;
  • Strong oral and written communications skills;
  • Manage multiple projects/tasks at a time with completion in a timely manner;
  • Alignment with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct.

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• Manager of Technology Integration & Student Information Systems

  Manager of Technology Integration & Student Information Systems

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Staff member:

  • Christ-centered and biblically informed
  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God
  • Is a consummate professional and intentionally relational
  • Communicates effectively with colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • School experience; preferably in an independent school for three or more years
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct
  • Ability to assist in co-curricular activities as assigned

  Department specific needs:

  Oversee and support the school’s Student Information System (SIS), Veracross, as well as its integrated and secondary systems, including Canvas. Coordinate and execute as needed all annual and periodic SIS duties, module upgrades and module expansions. Vet additional software solutions for institutional fit and integration capabilities. Setup and assist with master scheduling, course enrollment, and grading systems. Coordinate with and support Admission, Communications, Business Office, Development, Community Engagement, Academics, Athletics, Christian Life, and College Counseling. Coordinate with website development team and integrate financial and data tools. Serve as point of contact for administration, parents, students and teachers in training and day-to-day troubleshooting and system support.  Assist office personnel with specialized reports.  Provide training on new feature releases and onboard staff as needed. Other duties as assigned.

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• Upper School Spanish Teacher

  Overview:

  Brentwood Academy teachers are passionate learners and leaders of the learning in their classroom. We also exemplify Christ, see each student as unique and valuable, and creatively draw students, through inquiry into a deep and inviting conversation about the intersection of Spanish and how God has made us – body, mind, and spirit. 

  We implement a rigorous curriculum and foster a deeply supportive academic environment for students to grow through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.  

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Teacher: 

  • Is Christ-centered and biblically literate 

  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God 
  • Is a consummate professional 
  • Is intentionally relational and serves as an advisor for 10-12 students 
  • Inspires and facilitates learning through a strong instructional ability 
  • Has a passion for teaching and subject 

  •  Is an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner 
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player 
  • Implements well-planned student learning  

  • through a Biblical worldview  
  • by employing a wide variety of instructional activities  

  • that is responsive to students’ varying needs and interests 
  • that employs formative and summative assessment (for learning) 

  • Leads or assists in at least one co-curricular activity  

  Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; preferably has an advanced degree in Spanish 

  • Teaching experience; three or more years, preferred 
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct 
  • Ability to coach is advantageous in securing a position 

  Department objective: 

  • The World Language Department at Brentwood Academy seeks to equip students with the linguistic proficiency and the cultural knowledge to understand the God’s world more deeply and connect with those from other backgrounds in a global society. 

   

  Department specific needs: 

  • Passion for Spanish 
  • Experience in teaching different levels of Spanish 
  • Pedagogical commitment to students’ active learning 

    

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• Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling

  Overview:

  Brentwood Academy staff are passionate learners and leaders in the school community. We exemplify Christ, see each student as unique and valuable, and support the mission valuing each whole person – body, mind, and spirit- to the glory of God.

  Each Brentwood Academy Staff Member Must:

  • Be Christ-centered and biblically literate
  • Be a consummate professional
  • Be intentionally relational, serving as an advisor for 10-12 students
  • Be an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner
  • Be a collaborative and unifying team-player

  College Counseling Position Duties Include:

  • Guiding upper school students and their families through the college search process, writing letters of recommendation, coordinating educational workshops and programs, and other duties as presented.
  • Assisting the Director in fulfilling the projects and meeting the goals of the College Counseling Office which include but are not limited to
    1. actively engaging all upper school students and parents in the course selection, college search and application process
    2. achieving 100% admission for all seniors to a 4-year college or university
    3. hosting college representatives at Brentwood Academy
    4. researching and advertising outside scholarship opportunities
    5. planning our annual college fairs
    6. helping coordinate our College Advisory Board programming
    7. working collaboratively with other area schools to deliver our annual Nashville Case Studies Program
  • Staying current with college admission practices and trends both nationally and at specific institutions is imperative, and professional development opportunities are available and encouraged.
  • Other duties as assigned

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree is required
  • Experience in college counseling and/or selective admission office
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills
  • Ability and interest to work in a highly active and collaborative team environment necessary
  • Ability to remain organized, to multi-task, and to manage multiple projects in accordance with deadlines.
  • Meeting and event management experience
  • Computer literacy with strong Word, Excel and database experience and a willingness to learn new software is necessary.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the CRM Scoir is preferred but not required.

  Inquiries, resumes, and any references should be directed to Bill Preble, Associate Head of School, Dean of Enrollment Management and External Affairs, (bill_preble@brentwoodacademy.com). More information about Brentwood Academy is available at www.brentwoodacademy.com. Salary is commensurate with experience.

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• Assistant Director of Development for Major Gifts

  Overview:

  The assistant director assists in planning and implementing activities to meet the long-term goal of supporting annual, capital and endowment efforts through major gifts ($25,000 and above) as well as planned gifts. 

  Meeting with donors and prospects to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward planned and major gifts, the assistant director of development for major gifts works as part of a collaborative team of high performing development professionals. This position reports to the director of development. This position is focused on visiting with, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and prospects for major and planned gifts. This position holds the primary responsibility for gifts of estates, trusts, and other plans that reflect financial planning and deferred giving opportunities for Brentwood Academy. 

  Specific Responsibilities 

  • Cultivate a culture of Biblically based generosity. 

  • Manage a portfolio of 150 major and planned giving donors. 
  • Engage in a minimum of 20 personal visits each month.  
  • Present gift opportunities that align with Brentwood Academy’s priorities and the donor’s philanthropic goals. 
  • Honor and respect each donor, pursuing relationships in a setting of confidentiality and trust.  
  • Develop written proposals, illustrations, gift agreements, renewal letters, and other donor communications. 

  • Implement Brentwood Academy’s planned giving and endowment plan.  
  • Participate in major and planned giving donor events, including planning, execution, and speaking roles, as required. 
  • Promptly document donor contacts in donor management system following established protocols. 
  • Provide regular reports on prospect management and fundraising results. 
  • Execute a “moves management” system while working with donors. 

  • Work to ensure donor retention. 
  • With the support of the BA Communications Department, develop collateral materials to support major and planned giving programs. 
  • Coach board members, volunteers and staff members with blended or planned giving solicitations (provides portfolio development support, strategic/technical counsel, and help with donor communications). 
  • Demonstrate a growth mindset by establishing and maintaining professional competency in independent school advancement work through professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional programs, and maintaining appropriate professional memberships. 
  • Develop and maintain cordial and professional working relationships with BA faculty, staff, students, administrators, and appropriate off-campus constituencies. 

  • Other duties as assigned by director of development.  

  Education and Experience 

  • Five or more years of fundraising experience in prospect management, donor cultivation and solicitation (or comparable experience) ideally in a Christ-centered independent school or university.  
  • Bachelor’s degree, graduate degree preferred. 
  • Experience discussing legacy giving or estate planning with donors (or clients). 

  • Experience cultivating and closing charitable gifts of five figures or higher or working with clients in estate or financial planning. 
  • Experience developing and implementing communications materials. 
  • Success in making presentations. 

  Skills, Qualities, and Abilities 

  • Christ-centered and biblically literate.  

  • Overt commitment to Brentwood Academy’s mission statement, diversity statement and Statement of Faith. 
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. 
  • Ability to balance multiple priorities while keeping focus on goals. 
  • Strong organizational skills (particularly planning, managing deadlines, and evaluating progress). 
  • The ability to move individuals through a process of developing a deeper appreciation for the mission of an organization and increasing their giving. 

  • Persuasive communication with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. 
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or comparable software. 
  • Self-motivated, collaborative and unifying team player. 
  • Ability to participate in donor events, including occasional evenings and weekends, and travel to donor meetings.  
  • Ability to develop strategic long-term donor relationships while achieving bottom-line results. 

  • An understanding of current laws regarding taxability of donations, regulations pertaining to fundraising—especially planned gifts, deferred giving strategies, and knowledge of a diverse array of financial instruments are essential.  
  • Knowledge of general accounting practices. 
  • Well-developed leadership abilities.  

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• Upper School Chemistry Teacher

  Faculty Job Description - Chemistry 

  Brentwood Academy teachers are passionate learners and leaders of the learning in their classroom. We also exemplify Christ, see each student as unique and valuable, and creatively draw students, through inquiry into a deep and inviting conversation about the intersection of mathematics and how God has made us – body, mind, and spirit. 

  We implement a rigorous curriculum and foster a deeply supportive academic environment for students to grow through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.  

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Teacher: 

  • Is Christ-centered and biblically literate 

  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God 
  • Is a consummate professional 
  • Is intentionally relational and serves as an advisor for 10-12 students 
  • Inspires and facilitates learning through a strong instructional ability 
  • Has a passion for teaching and subject 
  • Is an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner 
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player 
  • Implements well-planned student learning through a Biblical worldview by employing a wide variety of instructional activities that is responsive to students’ varying needs and interests that employs formative and summative assessment (for learning) 
  • Leads or assists in at least one co-curricular activity  

  Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; preferably has an advanced degree in science 
  • Teaching experience; three or more years, preferred 
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct 
  • Ability to coach is advantageous in securing a position 

  Department objective: 

  • The Brentwood Academy science department aims to equip students with skills needed to observe phenomena and interpret data systematically, carefully, and with a biblical worldview through inquiry-based and experiential learning. 

  Department specific needs: 

  • Passion for Chemistry 
  • Pedagogical commitment to students’ active learning and participation 

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• Upper School Marine Biology Teacher

  Overview:

  Brentwood Academy teachers are passionate learners and leaders of the learning in their classroom. We also exemplify Christ, see each student as unique and valuable, and creatively draw students, through inquiry into a deep and inviting conversation about the intersection of Marine Biology and how God has made us – body, mind, and spirit. 

  We implement a rigorous curriculum and foster a deeply supportive academic environment for students to grow through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.  

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Teacher: 

  • Is Christ-centered and biblically literate 

  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God 
  • Is a consummate professional 
  • Is intentionally relational and serves as an advisor for 10-12 students 
  • Inspires and facilitates learning through a strong instructional ability 
  • Has a passion for teaching and subject 

  •  Is an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner 
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player 
  • Implements well-planned student learning  

  • • through a Biblical worldview  
    • by employing a wide variety of instructional activities  

  • • that is responsive to students’ varying needs and interests 
    • that employs formative and summative assessment (for learning) 

  • Leads or assists in at least one co-curricular activity  

  Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; preferably has an advanced degree in Science 

  • Teaching experience; three or more years, preferred 
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct 
  • Ability to coach is advantageous in securing a position 

  Department Objective: 

  • The Brentwood Academy science department aims to equip students with skills needed to observe phenomena and interpret data systematically, carefully, and with a biblical worldview through inquiry-based and experiential learning. 

  Department Specific Need: 

  • Passion for Marine Biology 
  • Experience in setting up and leading labs 
  • Pedagogical commitment to students’ active learning 

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• Upper School Nutrition Science Teacher

  Overview:

  Brentwood Academy teachers are passionate learners and leaders of the learning in their classroom. We also exemplify Christ, see each student as unique and valuable, and creatively draw students, through inquiry into a deep and inviting conversation about the intersection of Physics and how God has made us – body, mind, and spirit. 

  We implement a rigorous curriculum and foster a deeply supportive academic environment for students to grow through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.  

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Teacher: 

  • Is Christ-centered and biblically literate 

  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God 
  • Is a consummate professional 
  • Is intentionally relational and serves as an advisor for 10-12 students 
  • Inspires and facilitates learning through a strong instructional ability 
  • Has a passion for teaching and subject 

  •  Is an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner 
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player 
  • Implements well-planned student learning  

  • • through a Biblical worldview  
    • by employing a wide variety of instructional activities  

  • • that is responsive to students’ varying needs and interests 
    • that employs formative and summative assessment (for learning) 

  • Leads or assists in at least one co-curricular activity  

  Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; preferably has an advanced degree in science 

  • Teaching experience; three or more years, preferred 
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct 
  • Ability to coach is advantageous in securing a position 

  Department objective: 

  • The Brentwood Academy science department aims to equip students with skills needed to observe phenomena and interpret data systematically, carefully, and with a biblical worldview through inquiry-based and experiential learning. 

  Department specific needs: 

  • Passion for Nutrition Science 
  • Experience in setting up and leading labs 
  • Pedagogical commitment to students’ active learning  

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• Coaching Opportunities

  Current Available Coaching Opportunities:

  US Boys and Girls Tennis

  Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach

  JV Baseball Assistant Coach

  Middle School Assistant Baseball Coach

  Many of our coaching positions are either full-time or part-time positions. Full-time would include a teaching or staff position.  For specifics related to the each opportunity, please inquire with teri_calmus@brentwoodacademy.com for more information.

  Overview: 

  Brentwood Academy coaches are passionate leaders, trusted mentors, and goal-oriented experts in their field. They exemplify Christ, display patience and enthusiasm, and are respectful and clear communicators. BA coaches care about the “whole person” and how God created each student – body, mind, and spirit.

  The Characteristics of a Brentwood Academy Coach:

  • Is Christ-centered and biblically literate
  • Understands, embodies, and cultivates a full-orbed understanding of each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God
  • Is a consummate professional
  • Is intentionally relational
  • Inspires and facilitates growth through a strong instructional ability
  • Has a passion for coaching
  • Is an effective communicator with students, parents, colleagues, and other professionals in a timely manner
  • Is a collaborative and unifying team-player
  • Implements a well-planned athletic program including practices and games
    • Through a Biblical worldview
    • By employing a wide variety of instructional activities
    • That are responsive to students’ varying needs and interests
    • That employs formative and summative assessment (for learning)

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution;
  • Coaching experience; three or more years, preferred
  • Overt agreement with BA’s mission, statement of faith, and code of conduct
  • Ability to teach is advantageous in securing a position

   

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