Employment Opportunities

Overbrook Catholic School is a private, coeducational school for grades prekindergarten through sixth where children grow and learn through prayer, study, community, and service. This dynamic tradition of learning melds the time-honored with the innovative, shaping children's minds and hearts through a faith-based program of academic rigor and wonder that emphasizes the pursuit of wisdom as a shared journey of discovery.
 
If you are interested in joining our outstanding faculty, please send a cover letter, resume, and application form to information@overbrook.edu for one of the following open positions:


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  • Athletic Director and Part-Time PE Teacher

    Full-Time
    Salaried
     
    General Description: The Athletic Director creates and sustains an athletic culture founded upon the Gospel and the development of the whole child. The Athletic Director is a leader who develops, manages, and supervises the athletic programs through the lens of the mission and vision of the school. This position includes teaching 5th and 6th grade PE. 
     
    Qualifications: 
    • Bachelor’s degree in education and/or Sports Administration, Masters preferred.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate in
    a clear and effective manner.
    • Ability to collaborate with and lead groups of various coaches.
    • Ability to problem solve in multiple situations.
    • Strong organizational skills with attention to details.
     
    Primary Responsibilities: 
    • Actively fosters Dominican Tradition and spiritual formation of students.
    • Collaborates with and supervises the Assistant Athletic Director and coaches.
    • Collaborates with teachers and supports the school culture.
    • Supervises athletic events (both interscholastic and intramural), such as games, practices, meets, tournaments, and clinics.
    • Ensures that all coaching positions are filled with qualified and trained coaches.
    • Prepares equipment and aids and supports coaches and athletes. 
    • Maintains accurate records and equipment.
    • Collaborate with the Overbrook Booster Club in order to ensure athletic growth in
    the department.
     
    Overbrook Catholic School, founded in 1936 by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation, is a co-educational, preschool through eighth-grade Catholic independent school with a dynamic tradition of educating children in a community setting through study, prayer and service. Our vibrant and strong school community is a testament to the commitment of all our members, faculty and staff, parents and friends. The Over the Brook Farm consists of garden area, chickens, rabbits, sheep and a farm cat, and outdoor learning area. The school is located on the Dominican Campus at 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, also home to St. Cecilia Academy (high school) and Aquinas College. Overbrook has a strong reputation for academic excellence and the formation of faithful children and youth in freedom and virtue. 

    Start Date:  July 1, 2025 
    Submit:  Resume, cover letter 
    Email:   ocsprincipal@overbrook.edu
    Phone:    615-292-5134
    Contact:  Sister Marie Blanchette, O.P.

  • Director of ExtendedCARE

    Part-Time
     
    Qualifications: Experience working with children in an elementary education setting with supervisory experience. Administration, communication, and computer skills are required. Organizational, program planning, and implementation skills are required. 
     
    Responsibilities: The Director of ExtendedCARE oversees the day-to-day operations of the after-school care program. The program is for students enrolled at Overbrook Catholic School in preschool-3 through 6th grade. The hours of operation are from 2:30 - 6:00 p.m., Monday-Friday on school days. The Director interviews, hires, and trains ExtendedCARE employees, creates the work schedule, and supervises the employees. The Director works with the staff to ensure a safe place for students to work on homework, play games (inside and outside), work on crafts, etc. The Director oversees billing information and submitting payroll information to the business office, as well as preparing all reports required for the Department of Education for the ExtendedCARE program.   

    Overbrook Catholic School, founded in 1936 by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation, is a co-educational, preschool through eighth-grade Catholic independent school with a dynamic tradition of educating children in a community setting through study, prayer and service. Our vibrant and strong school community is a testament to the commitment of all our members, faculty and staff, parents and friends. The Over the Brook Farm consists of garden area, chickens, rabbits, sheep and a farm cat, and outdoor learning area. The school is located on the Dominican Campus at 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, also home to St. Cecilia Academy (high school) and Aquinas College. Overbrook has a strong reputation for academic excellence and the formation of faithful children and youth in freedom and virtue.  

    Submit:  Resume, cover letter 
    Email:   ocsprincipal@overbrook.edu
    Phone:    615-292-5134
    Contact:  Sister Marie Blanchette, O.P.

  • St. Cecilia Academy - Associate Director of Admissions

    Position Overview:
    The Associate Director of Admissions and Financial Assistance plays a critical role in supporting the Director of Enrollment in fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and engaging admissions process for prospective students and families. This individual will assist in recruitment efforts, financial assistance and scholarship allocation, and ensure the successful implementation of retention strategies. The Associate Director will also support event planning, coordinate family tours, and oversee the training and placement of student and parent ambassadors. 

    Key Responsibilities:
    1. Recruitment and Admissions Support:
    o Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified applicants.
    o Organize and participate in recruitment events such as school visit days, community events, Preview Day, school fairs, and informational sessions.
    o Lead family tours and ensure prospective families receive an informative and positive experience throughout the admissions process.
    o Maintain and update prospective student and family databases, ensuring timely follow-up communication.
    2. Financial Assistance and Scholarship Allocation:
    o Support the Director of Enrollment and Financial Assistance Committee with the financial assistance application process, working with families to determine eligibility for need-based aid and scholarships.
    o Collaborate with the Director of Enrollment to allocate scholarships and develop financial aid packages that align with the school’s mission and values.
    3. Re-enrollment and Retention:
    o Develop and execute strategies to retain current families, working closely with the administration to ensure a smooth re-enrollment process.
    o Assist in identifying and addressing potential barriers to re-enrollment and student retention.
    o Communicate with current families regarding re-enrollment deadlines, tuition rates, and available financial assistance.
    4. Event Planning and Execution:
    o Assist in planning, organizing, and executing recruitment and retention events, including orientation, school visits, and welcome night.
    o Coordinate logistics for admissions events, ensuring effective communication and smooth operation.
    o Work collaboratively with the marketing and communications teams to promote events and increase participation.
    5. Ambassador Program:
    o Assist in the recruitment, training, and placement of student and parent ambassadors to support admissions and outreach efforts.
    o Provide guidance and training for ambassadors to ensure effective representation of the school and its values.
    o Monitor and assess the performance of the ambassador program to ensure its alignment with enrollment goals.
    6. Tennessee ESA and School Voucher Liaison:
    o Serve as the school’s primary point of contact for families navigating the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) funding and school voucher program.
    o Assist families with understanding eligibility, application processes, and the integration of ESA funding into the school’s financial structure.
    o Stay informed about changes to state funding policies and school voucher programs to advise families and internal stakeholders.
    7. ISEE Testing Coordination:
    o Oversee the ISEE entrance testing process for prospective families, ensuring that all students are registered and prepared for testing.
    o Collaborate with the testing coordinator and faculty to ensure the administration of ISEE tests is efficient, accurate, and aligned with admissions criteria.

    Additional Duties:
    • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to promote the school’s culture and core values in the admissions process.
    • Prepare reports and presentations for the President, Director of Enrollment, and General Council as requested.
    • Stay current with trends in education, admissions, and financial aid to continually enhance the school’s recruitment and retention efforts.

    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
    • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in admissions, financial assistance, or a related field, preferably within an educational setting.
    • Strong understanding of financial assistance processes, scholarships, and school funding programs.
    • Experience with event planning and coordination.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders.
    • Familiarity with the Tennessee ESA and school voucher programs is a plus.
    • Knowledge of the ISEE entrance testing process is preferred.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

    Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and recruitment activities.
    • Occasional travel for off-campus recruitment events may be required.
     
    Please send a cover letter with resume to Maria Doherty at dohertym@dominicancampus.org.
     

  • STEM Teacher

    Full Time 
     
    General Description: This position is responsible for managing, developing, and sustaining the Overbrook School Beyond the Brook Farm including garden areas and outdoor learning environment. The STEM Teacher teaches STEM lessons based on the farm and physical science permeated with the Christian understanding of creation, stewardship, and life in collaboration with teachers to promote integrated activities into the core curriculum.
     
    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Teach students STEM science lessons based on farming experiences and physical science 
    • Teach students collaboration, effective discussion, and respect while effectively working in a group to solve a problem or answer a question
    • Works directly with school administrators and staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of STEM initiatives and science curriculum.
    • Involve and work with parent and community partners in developing and sustaining the farm and STEM initiatives

    Qualifications: 
    • Bachelor’s degree, knowledge of and experience with sustainable farming required.
    • An interest and demonstrated ability in teaching grade school students.
    • Experience with inquiry learning and ability to apply science and/or math content knowledge to agricultural projects and physical science. 

    Overbrook Catholic School, founded in 1936 by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation, is a co-educational, preschool through eighth-grade Catholic independent school with a dynamic tradition of educating children in a community setting through study, prayer and service. Our vibrant and strong school community is a testament to the commitment of all our members, faculty and staff, parents and friends. The Over the Brook Farm consists of garden area, chickens, rabbits, sheep and a farm cat, and outdoor learning area. The school is located on the Dominican Campus at 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN, also home to St. Cecilia Academy (high school) and Aquinas College. Overbrook has a strong reputation for academic excellence and the formation of faithful children and youth in freedom and virtue.
      
    Start Date:  July 1, 2025 
    Submit:  Resume, cover letter 
    Email:   ocsprincipal@overbrook.edu
    Phone:    615-292-5134
    Contact:  Sister Marie Blanchette, O.P.

  • Strategic Communication Associate

    Direct Supervisor: Director of Strategic Communication, Overbrook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy

    Job Description:

    In support of the goals of the Strategic Communication Department, the Associate assists in the work of growing and managing internal and external communications and marketing for the Dominican Campus schools: Overbrook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy. Through strong written communication, graphic design, online communication, video and photography editing, and other technical support, the Associate will contribute to all areas of school life, admissions, and advancement. The Associate assists the Director in increasing visibility and awareness of Overbook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy among target audiences to make the schools attractive to the Nashville community and to families moving to the area from out of state.
     
    Job Responsibilities:
    • Follow a communication and marketing plan across all media that reflects Overbrook Catholic and St. Cecilia’s missions, including media relations, print materials, website, and social media.
    • Create and edit marketing materials and communications for various areas of school life, including athletics, fine arts, alumni relations, development, and admissions.
    • Help with externally facing marketing support for drama productions, the St. Cecilia Academy Music Conservatory, the St. Cecilia Dance Academy, and special events.
    • Create materials to assist school principals and staff in retention efforts and support school spirit, such as for parent nights, athletic events, fine arts events, camp, leadership workshops, religious celebrations, and other community events.
    • Take photographs and create video content used in marketing materials and online.
    • Create and post online communications – infographics, videos, reels, photos, website updating to maximize engagement.
    • Work with external vendors on the production of audio and video marketing pieces as needed.
    • Write, edit, and pitch approved press releases, op eds, blog posts, letters to the editor, and thought leader pieces to Nashville and other publications.
    • Draft and create invitations, newsletters, e-blasts, etc.
    • Draft content for The Brook and Harpstrings magazines.
    • Coordinate marketing materials for Camp Overbrook and Camp St. Cecilia.
    • Assist with merchandise for the Overbrook and St. Cecilia Spirit Stores.
    • Assist with the organization of the photograph archive.
    • Assist with the production of slideshows/videos for large school presentations as needed.
    • Write scripts for administrators for special events as needed.
    • Create content and update the OCS and SCA websites.
    • Manage back-end systems and update data and email lists in campus software.
    • Update national and local media contact lists.
    • Provide editing support for the offices as needed.
     
    Qualifications:
    • Commitment to and enthusiasm for the Catholic mission and values of Overbrook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy.
    • Appreciation for the Dominican charism as it is lived and expressed on the Campus.
    • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
    • Experience with digital ad and content creation, social media, SEO, Google and other analytic tools, and multi-media planning.
    • Ability to write stories and press releases, manage a website, engage with social media, craft digital and print materials, and produce videos.
    • High level of professionalism and strong interpersonal skills for collaboration that contribute to a positive work environment.
    • Goal and deadline-oriented with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
    • Excellent written, proofreading, and oral communication skills.
    • Self-starter, creative, and enthusiastic team member willing to take on other projects and learn new things.
    • Capacity to attend periodic events outside of school hours.
     
    Status: Non-Exempt

    Compensation: Commensurate with role and experience

    Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement Plan with Matching, PTO, Tuition Discount, and more 

    Please send your resume and cover letter to Amelia Strobel, Director of Strategic Communication, strobela@dominicancampus.org. 

  • Strategic Communication Summer Intern

    Direct Supervisor: OCS/SCA Director of Strategic Communication
     
    Job Description:
    Join Overbrook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy as a Strategic Communication summer intern. You will work with a creative and collaborative group and gain experience with website design, social media strategy, ad creation, and content management. Specific projects include assisting with photography, website refreshes, editing admissions and handbook information, and creating content for the coming year. Examples of prior summer intern projects include creating the SCA Athletic and Fine Art Instagram pages and capturing summer camp moments for social media and print. The work of the Strategic Communication department enhances the visibility of the campus schools and makes them attractive to the community. We appreciate new ideas and different perspectives and look forward to you joining our team.
     
    Personal Traits:
     
    ·       Commitment to and enthusiasm for the Catholic mission and values of Overbrook Catholic School and St. Cecilia Academy
    ·       Appreciation for the Dominican charism as it is lived and expressed on the Campus
    ·       Excellent written and oral communication skills
    ·       High level of professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills
    ·       Flexible and with an ability to collaborate well with colleagues
     
    Status: Unpaid Intern, Flexible Hours
    Please send your resume and cover letter to Amelia Strobel, Director of Strategic Communication, strobela@dominicancampus.org.

  • Teacher of Humanities — 4th – 6th Grades

    WHO WE ARE
    We are cultivators of wisdom and wonder. We are servant leaders shaping young minds and hearts, always pointing toward the certainty of eternal Truth, the opportunity for elevated thinking, and the path to enduring joy. We invest in each student as an individual person created uniquely by God to be in relationship with Him and impact the world for His kingdom.

    We are a safe and connected community in which students feel known, allowing them the freedom to explore new ideas and challenge themselves. We are upholders of academic excellence, helping students overcome challenges and cultivate self-confidence along the way through diverse, hands-on experiences. We are dedicated teachers and staff driven by the love of Jesus, the love of our students and their families, and the love of learning. We are deeply invested in the life of each child who joins our Overbrook Catholic family, and we do everything we can to ensure they thrive.

    Overbrook Catholic School is a private, co-educational school for preschool – sixth-grade students. Owned and operated by the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia since 1936, Overbrook Catholic offers students an education in truth and virtue where the dignity of each human person made in the image and likeness of God is at the center of everything we do.

    TEACHER OF HUMANITIES — 4TH – 6TH GRADES
    The ideal candidate is a joyful, faith-filled Catholic who enjoys working with students. The candidate should have at least three years’ experience teaching in an elementary or middle school setting and be models of the Christian faith and virtue. Teachers are responsible for lesson planning and instruction, classroom management, and leading students in fostering a sense of responsibility and respect.

    To apply, submit online application, resume, and cover letter to Sister Marie Blanchette, O.P. at ocsprincipal@overbrook.edu.

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