Employment

List of 3 items.

• Assistant Coaches for Soccer and Volleyball

   

  St. Cecilia Academy is seeking assistant soccer and volleyball coaches for the 2025-26 school year. 
  
  Qualified candidates preferably have coaching and playing experience at the high school level or beyond. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to Ms. Maddie Williams at searchcommittee@stcecilia.edu.

• Athletic Director

  St. Cecilia Academy, a Catholic college-preparatory high school for young women owned and administered by the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation since 1860, seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Athletic Director to lead and grow its athletic program with excellence and integrity.
  
  

  The Athletic Director is a full-time staff member who serves on the administrative team and reports directly to the principal. This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supervising every aspect of the school’s athletic programs. The Athletic Director is responsible for leading and managing the athletic program in a manner consistent with the mission and philosophy of Saint Cecilia Academy and the teachings of the Catholic Church. The AD will promote a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, integrity, and virtue across all athletic endeavors while fostering the holistic development of young women in mind, body, and spirit. The athletic director serves multiple constituencies: students, parents, coaches, faculty/staff, and administration. The athletic director is often the first point of contact with prospective families and therefore must be passionate about the vision of SCA athletics and an outstanding communicator.
  
  Qualifications

  • A practicing, devout Christian with a strong personal commitment to living and witnessing the faith
  • Deep commitment to the Catholic mission of St. Cecilia Academy and the physical, mental, and spiritual formation of students through athletics
  • Bachelor's degree in physical education, athletic administration, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in athletic administration, leadership, or coaching.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
  • Ability to engage and lead parent volunteers, coaches, and student-athletes
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends, including attendance at games and school events.

  
  Responsibilities

  • Recruit, retain, and supervise outstanding coaches who are aligned with SCA’s Catholic and Dominican mission
  • Sets and maintains standards of excellence and accountability within athletics
  • Oversees annual evaluation of coaches
  • Helps to coordinate coach’s workshop days and professional development
  • Develop a comprehensive orientation and formation program for all coaches, emphasizing spiritual leadership, professionalism, and virtue development
  • Help coaches schedule games for school athletic teams; oversee travel and transportation for away competitions
  • Direct and manage a 7-12 athletic program
  • Coordinate and maintain uniforms, equipment, and all athletic facilities
  • Prepare and manage the annual athletic department budget
  • Ensure all required forms, medical paperwork, and eligibility requirements are submitted by student- athletes
  • Represent SCA in all relevant athletic associations, including TSSAA, and attend associated meetings
  • Work with the Communications Director to highlight athletic achievements, maintain accurate schedules, and promote athletic culture online
  • Partner with the Admissions Office to attract prospective student-athletes and grow the SCA athletic brand
  • Represent SCA in all relevant athletic associations, including but not limited to TSSAA, and attend all meetings.

  
  Why St. Cecilia Academy?

  Founded in 1860, St. Cecilia Academy has been forming young women of faith, intellect, and character for over 160 years. Rooted in the rich tradition of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia, the school seeks to cultivate excellence in all areas of life—academics, faith, leadership, and athletics. The Athletic Director will play a critical role in shaping a vibrant, competitive, faith-filled athletic culture that reflects the Dominican love for truth, beauty, discipline, and holy joy.
  
  

  At St. Cecilia Academy, we believe that athletics should be a proving ground of virtue, where each young woman is challenged to strive for her personal best through discipline, teamwork, and holy joy. The athletic program exists to complement the school’s high academic expectations, reflect a culture of excellence, and help each athlete grow in virtue, resilience, and leadership.

  
  Application Instructions
  Please submit the following materials to Annie Ligowski – searchcommittee@stcecilia.edu

  • Cover Letter expressing your interest and how you would integrate faith and athletics
  • Current Resume
  • Contact information for three professional references

  Visit www.stcecilia.edu to learn more about our mission and community.

• Registrar

  About St. Cecilia Academy
  St. Cecilia Academy is a private, all-girls Catholic high school owned and operated by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation in the Diocese of Nashville. The Academy exists to provide young women with a Christ-centered, rigorous, and joyful Catholic education that nurtures their intellectual, spiritual, and moral development. Rooted in the Dominican tradition, our mission is to form women of faith, integrity, and excellence who are prepared to lead and serve the world.
  
  

  Position Summary
  St. Cecilia Academy, a Catholic, college preparatory high school for young women grades 7-12 in Nashville, TN, seeks a full-time Registrar. The Registrar maintains accurate and up-to-date records of students, maintains student transcripts, and manages the enrollment process for students. The Registrar works closely with the Vice Principal of Academics in creating the master schedule and manages the School Information System, which is Blackbaud. The Registrar ensures the smooth use of the SIS by all the SCA constituencies.
  
  

  Key Responsibilities

  Students/Parents:

  • Maintain student records, enrollment status, grades, and transcripts
    
    

  Teachers/Staff:

  • Liaison between administration and faculty for student records and to ensure the school’s policies and procedures are followed
  • Coordinates with the tech team to manage the updating process each summer
  • Serves as a firsthand troubleshooting resource for teachers and students
  • Serves as liaison to Blackbaud
  • Keeps accurate school records and maintains enrollment information

   

  SIS Database:

  • Manages the entire SIS database, serving as a troubleshooter for questions or problems
  • Creates the master schedule
  • Coordinates updates with the SIS vendor, including beginning and end-of-year functions
    
    

  Administrative Services:

  • Assists Vice Principal of Academics with report cards, honor roll, and transcript requests
    
    

  Qualifications

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication skills with students, parents, faculty, and staff
  • Proficient in Blackbaud or willingness to learn
  • Excellent computer skills and able to use a variety of software programs
    
    

  Why Join St. Cecilia Academy?

  • Opportunity to impact young women’s lives through faith and mentorship
  • A mission-driven, supportive school culture rooted in Catholic tradition
  • A beautiful campus community located in the heart of Nashville, TN

  
  

  To Apply

  Please contact Annie Ligowski at searchcommittee@stcecilia.edu with your cover letter and resume.