EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Thank you for your interest in becoming a part of WJA! 

A strong faculty is the cornerstone of an excellent school. At WJA, you'll find an encouraging community of qualified professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enhance each student’s experience on Varnum Street.

WJA is proud to have an extraordinary teacher retention rate with current faculty members who reach back to the very first classes. Our supportive community creates an atmosphere of professional and personal growth that allows our teachers to bring their full selves to work each day. 

WJA is seeking a full-time Vice Principal for the upcoming school year.

Washington Jesuit Academy (WJA), a tuition-free Catholic, Jesuit middle school serving young men in grades 4–8, seeks a dynamic, mission-driven educator to serve as Vice Principal. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and reflective leader to play a central role in advancing academic excellence, faculty development, and the formation of our students.

The Vice Principal works closely with the Principal and senior leadership team to oversee the academic program, support faculty growth, and ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the school. This role requires a strong instructional leader who is deeply committed to Jesuit education and to forming young men who are academically focused, spiritual, loving, open to growth, and committed to justice.

Please review the full position description here.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Jessica Vartughian, Chief of Staff, jvartughian@wjacademy.org

WJA is seeking a full-time faculty member for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.

WJA faculty members are expected to:

• Teach four sections per day, 50 minutes each
• Work two afternoon duties per week (clubs, coaching, service, etc.)
• Communicate regularly with parents about student performance and classroom expectations
• Demonstrate a profound commitment to excellence in teaching through professional development
• Be a highly effective classroom manager

Strong candidates for teaching positions are disciplined workers, compassionate listeners, tireless advocates for their students, and dedicated to being a part of a positive school culture. They are problem solvers, not problem identifiers. Most importantly, they approach their work as a vocation. There is no greater relationship at WJA than the relationship between teacher and student.

WJA offers:

• Small class sizes (no more than 15 students per class)
• Two uninterrupted planning periods per day
• A supportive community of dedicated educators
• A culture of creativity where teachers are given the autonomy to take risks and grow
• A competitive salary and generous benefits
• Paid professional development including the opportunity to earn advanced degrees

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Mr. Brian Farmer, bfarmer@wjacademy.org.

WJA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WJA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, genetic information, disability, matriculation, or political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WJA employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.