Working at Asheville School is like no other experience. Faculty and staff members are fully a part of our small community—most Asheville School employees live on campus alongside colleagues and students and lead or participate in school events.
Every action undertaken by the faculty and staff at Asheville School supports our mission and upholds our core values: to prepare our students for college and for life and to provide an atmosphere in which all members of a diverse, engaged, and purposefully small school community appreciate and strive for excellence—an atmosphere that nurtures character and fosters the development of mind, body and spirit.
Our core values are those of perseverance, integrity, respect and compassion. Asheville School employees work to demonstrate, uphold and teach those values to our students.
Asheville School hires faculty and staff positions. All teaching positions are designated as faculty positions.
Faculty Information
Faculty members at Asheville School serve a purpose that is better described as a “calling” than as a “job.” They hold many roles and responsibilities beyond those of classroom teaching.
Most Asheville School faculty members live on campus and have responsibilities in our residential life program, either by working as a hall parent or serving dorm and study hall duties throughout the week. They also coach a sport or lead non-athletic afternoon activities.
Faculty members who thrive at Asheville School are passionate about their class subject, afternoon activities, and the growth and development of the adolescents under their care.
Asheville School teachers typically teach three to four sections of their class subject, coach or lead two seasons of a sport or afternoon activity during the school year, serve as advisors to a small group of students to monitor their progress and help them succeed, participate in our service program by leading community service projects on and off campus, are required to be present for school events and family-style seated meals for weekday lunches and Thursday dinners, sponsor and chaperone weekend activities, and take on weekly dorm or study hall duties.
It is a busy and rewarding schedule. In addition to receiving a competitive salary and benefits package, many faculty members live in housing on campus at no cost. Asheville School also offers tuition support for advanced degrees and supports professional development opportunities for faculty members throughout the year.
If there are no openings currently available, you can send a letter of interest along with your résumé to Dean of Faculty Joe Lambert.
Staff Information
Staff positions at Asheville School are typically in our administrative offices and have a more classic daily schedule than those of our faculty members. While staff members do not have the residential or advisory responsibilities of faculty members, they are an integral part of our community and are invited to take part in all aspects of life at Asheville School.
If there are no openings currently available you can send a letter of interest along with your résumé to the Director of Human Resources at HR@ashevilleschool.org.
Current Openings
- Mathematics Instructor
- Head Varsity Golf Coach and Faculty Member
- Head Varsity Track Coach and Faculty Member
- Manager of Advancement Services and Data
- Director of Marketing & Communications
Mathematics Instructor
Mathematics Teacher
Title: Mathematics Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: December 4, 2020
Position Status: Full Time
Summary
Asheville School, a purposefully small, co-ed boarding school of 295 students founded in 1900, and located on three hundred idyllic acres in the midst of the mountains of Western North Carolina, has an opening for a full-time Mathematics teacher to teach four sections out of our seven-period rotation. We are looking for candidates who visibly love working with adolescents, who embrace differentiated instruction, and who are eager to engage in our afternoon program through coaching or instructing (we offer an array of interscholastic sports, plus art, drama, dance, music, and mountaineering), and to take part in our residential program. Asheville School seeks candidates fully committed to investing energy in all three phases of the School's mission of "mind, body, and spirit".
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach four sections of mathematics during our seven-period rotation.
- Participate in two of the three seasons of our afternoon activities program.
- Serve as an advisor to four to six students.
- Serve as a member of our residential team by living in one of our residential halls.
Minimum Job Requirements
- B.A. in Mathematics or related field
- Strong communications skills
- Flexibility in daily schedule to work in our rotating schedule.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to a background check.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary/Benefits
Asheville School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation is commensurate with applicant’s skills and experience.
Application Process
Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to HR@AshevilleSchool.org. This position is open until filled.
Asheville School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
Head Varsity Golf Coach and Faculty Member
Head Varsity Golf Coach and Faculty Member
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Head Varsity Golf Coach and Faculty Member
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: July 1, 2021
Position Status: Full time, 10-month assignment
Summary
Asheville School, a purposefully small, co-ed boarding school of 295 students founded in 1900, and located on three hundred idyllic acres in the midst of the mountains of Western North Carolina, has an opening for a Head Varsity Golf Coach for the girls and boys teams and full-time teacher of mathematics, science, or humanities.
Coaching Role:
Ideal candidates will have exemplary coaching skills at the high school level, strong experiences in school-based athletics, and a demonstrated passion for coaching and life-long learning.
Duties and Responsibilities for Head Varsity Coaches:
· Plan, direct, and administer policies for all team practices and matches/tournaments
· Create purposeful practice sessions that engage all athletes and foster a lifelong love of athletic competition.
· Promote and sustain a program which aligns with the Asheville School mission, reflects the values of the school, promotes the scholar-athlete model, and develops the skill level of all players.
· Work with admissions department to identify and enroll mission appropriate student-athletes that enhance the competitiveness of the program.
· Ensure that all programming adheres to NCISAA guidelines and policies and that proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
· Collaborate with the Director of Athletics to build competitive event schedules
· Collaborate with the Equipment Manager to ensure that all school-issued equipment is properly inventoried and maintained year-round
· Direct the activities and assignments of all assistant coaches and student managers, including mentoring and seeking professional development opportunities for all staff
· Ensure that all athletes strive for and are held to the Athletic Department’s Varsity Standard
· Model the highest ideals of sportsmanship and promote and maintain professional conduct towards players, officials, parents and spectators
· Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth in the Coaches Handbook
· Drive Asheville School vehicles to and from games
Faculty Role:
We are looking for candidates who visibly love working with adolescents, who embrace the newest pedagogies, who are eager to coach and/or assist with afternoon activities, and who have a desire to be involved in our residential program. Asheville School seeks candidates fully committed to investing energy in all three phases of the School's mission of "mind, body, and spirit".
Duties and Responsibilities for Faculty Members:
· Teach four sections during our seven-period rotation. Humanities and math teachers may be asked to spend one period in our writing or math lab in place of a teaching section.
· Coach two seasons.
· Serve as an advisor to four to six students.
· Serve as a member of our residential team.
· Read and be familiar with the Student Parent Handbook and the Faculty Handbook, and to follow and uphold school policy and regulations.
Minimum Job Requirements- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
· B.S. in Mathematics, Humanities, or a field relevant to our teaching needs;
· At least 3-5 years of teaching experience;
· Comfort with innovative and forward-thinking approaches to instruction;
· Experience as a club, high school or college-level golf coach; expert at providing differentiated instruction to athletes of all levels.
· Knowledgeable of the fundamentals and techniques of competitive golf
A strong commitment to professional growth.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Mathematics, Humanities, or a field relevant to our teaching needs.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven success in teaching high school students and coaching golf.
- Experience implementing inquiry-based or project-based curriculum.
- Experience teaching in independent schools.
· CPR/First Aid certification
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidate must submit to pre-employment and on-going background checks.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary and Benefits:
Asheville School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation is commensurate with applicant’s skills and experience.
Application Process:
Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to HR@AshevilleSchool.org. This position is open until filled.
Asheville School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
Head Varsity Track Coach and Faculty Member
Head Varsity Track Coach and Faculty Member
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Head Varsity Track Coach and Faculty Member
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: July 1, 2021
Position Status: Full time, 10-month assignment
Summary
Asheville School, a purposefully small, co-ed boarding school of 295 students founded in 1900, and located on three hundred idyllic acres in the midst of the mountains of Western North Carolina, has an opening for a Head Varsity Track Coach and full-time teacher of mathematics, science, or humanities.
Coaching Role:
Ideal candidates will have exemplary coaching skills at the high school level, strong experiences in school-based athletics, and a demonstrated passion for coaching and life-long learning.
Duties and Responsibilities for Head Varsity Coaches:
· Plan, direct, and administer policies for all team practices and competitions
· Create purposeful practice sessions that engage all athletes and foster a lifelong love of athletic competition
· Promote and sustain a program which aligns with the Asheville School mission, reflects the values of the school, promotes the scholar-athlete model, and develops the skill level of all players
· Work with admissions department to identify and enroll mission appropriate student-athletes that enhance the competitiveness of the program
· Ensure that all programming adheres to NCISAA guidelines and policies and that proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
· Collaborate with the Director of Athletics to build competitive event schedules
· Collaborate with the Equipment Manager to ensure that all school-issued equipment is properly inventoried and maintained year-round
· Direct the activities and assignments of all assistant coaches and student managers, including mentoring and seeking professional development opportunities for all staff
· Ensure that all athletes strive for and are held to the Athletic Department’s Varsity Standard
· Model the highest ideals of sportsmanship and promote and maintain professional conduct towards players, officials, parents and spectators
· Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth in the Coaches Handbook
· Drive Asheville School vehicles to and from games
Faculty Role:
We are looking for candidates who visibly love working with adolescents, who embrace the newest pedagogies, who are eager to coach and/or assist with afternoon activities, and who have a desire to be involved in our residential program. Asheville School seeks candidates fully committed to investing energy in all three phases of the School's mission of "mind, body, and spirit".
Duties and Responsibilities for Faculty Members:
· Teach four sections during our seven-period rotation. Humanities and math teachers may be asked to spend one period in our writing or math lab in place of a teaching section.
· Coach two seasons.
· Serve as an advisor to four to six students.
· Serve as a member of our residential team.
· Read and be familiar with the Student Parent Handbook and the Faculty Handbook, and to follow and uphold school policy and regulations.
Minimum Job Requirements- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
· B.S. in Mathematics, Humanities or Scientific field related to our teaching needs;
· At least 3-5 years of teaching experience.
· Comfort with innovative and forward-thinking approaches to instruction.
· Experience as a club, high school or college-level track coach; expert at providing differentiated instruction to athletes of all levels.
· Knowledgeable of the fundamentals and techniques of competitive track
A strong commitment to professional growth.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Mathematics, Humanities, or Scientific field related to our teaching needs.
- Minimum of five years of proven success in teaching high school students and coaching varsity track, including coaching certifications.
- Experience implementing inquiry-based or project-based curriculum.
- Experience teaching in independent schools.
· CPR/First Aid certification
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidate must submit to pre-employment and on-going background checks.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary and Benefits:
Asheville School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation is commensurate with applicant’s skills and experience.
Application Process:
Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to HR@AshevilleSchool.org. This position is open until filled.
Asheville School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
Manager of Advancement Services and Data
Summary
Responsible for the overall maintenance and integrity of Asheville School’s donor database, Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT. Reports to the Associate Head of School for Advancement.
School Expectation of Employee:
- Adheres to School Policy and Procedures
- Acts as a role model within and outside the School
- Performs duties as workload necessitates
- Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
- Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
- Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
- Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
- Meets Department productivity standards
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process all gifts and acknowledgements.
- Collaborate with the Business Office for the recording and reconciliation of gifts.
- Maintain and update donor records.
- Provides comprehensive donor reports to Assistant Head of School for Advancement.
- Develop and analyze metrics to improve utilization of database.
- Manage online giving and event registration.
- Provide training and support to users of Raiser’s Edge NXT.
- Update Policy manual and ensure compliance with all procedures.
- Commit to professional development in database administration and analysis.
Minimum Job Requirements- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- 3 years of previous experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to work effectively with teams.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Commitment to donor confidentiality.
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidate must submit to pre-employment and on-going background checks.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary and Benefits:
Asheville School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation is commensurate with applicant’s skills and experience.
Application Process: Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to HR@AshevilleSchool.org. This position is open until filled.
Asheville School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
Director of Marketing & Communications
Summary
Develops, executes, and manages marketing and communications plans to key constituencies including prospective families, parents, grandparents, alumni, and faculty & staff. Reports to the Associate Head of School for Advancement.
School Expectation of Employee:
Adheres to School Policy and Procedures
Acts as a role model within and outside the School
Performs duties as workload necessitates
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
Meets Department productivity standards
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works closely with the administrative team to develop and manage integrated communications plans that support the School’s mission and institutional priorities.
- Identifies internal and external communications needs and oversees the development, implementation, and maintenance of School communications.
- Manages relationships with external creative partners.
- Engages with key stakeholders to ensure communications reflect strategic initiatives, including efforts regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.
Minimum Job Requirements- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 5–7 years of experience in communication, demonstrating increased responsibility and initiative.
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Exceptional project management skills with the ability to create project plans, paying close attention to dates and deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience developing comprehensive plans for communicating to target audiences across print, digital, and social channels
- Experience aligning communication plans with larger institutional goals.
- Fluency in both G-Suite and Microsoft Office applications, and collaborative editing and workflow practices
Preferred:
Experience in independent schools or higher education
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidate must submit to pre-employment and on-going background checks.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Salary and Benefits:
Asheville School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a competitive compensation and benefits package. Compensation is commensurate with applicant’s skills and experience.
Application Process: Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to HR@AshevilleSchool.org. This position is open until filled.
Asheville School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability that can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.
“To people considering a job in a boarding school, especially a job that has a residential life component, I offer an analogy: when I was growing up, I saw my parents every day, not just one night a week for three hours. Working at Asheville School is a way of life. One has to jump all in!”
Burt Gordon '86, 24 Year Asheville School Faculty Member