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.
Faculty Member
WJA is seeking a full-time faculty member for the upcoming 2025-2026 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.
Communications & Fundraising Associate
Position Overview: The Communications & Fundraising Associate at Washington Jesuit Academy (WJA) is a dynamic role that combines on campus and event photography, social media management, and donor engagement. This individual will support WJA’s efforts to raise awareness, build donor relationships, and promote the mission through compelling content creation, strategic outreach, and stewardship of both new and younger donors.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Photography and Documentation
- Capture high-quality photographs and videos at school and donor events, including fundraisers, community gatherings, and donor-related activities (day and evening events).
- Ensure images and videos align with the organization’s brand guidelines and are used for marketing, social media, and donor stewardship purposes.
- Edit and organize media files for both digital and print uses.
Social Media Management and Content Creation
- Assist with the development and scheduling of engaging social media content across various platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.).
- Share event highlights, behind-the-scenes moments, and impact stories to foster engagement with supporters.
- Monitor social media channels, respond to inquiries, and engage with followers to enhance the organization’s online presence.
Donor Engagement and Stewardship
- Support in building relationships with new and younger donors by scheduling meetings, making thank-you calls, and sending personalized notes of appreciation.
- Assist in the creation of stewardship materials, including donor impact reports, newsletters, and thank-you packages.
- Keep accurate and updated records of donor communications in the donor management system (Raiser’s Edge/NXT).
Fundraising Support
- Provide administrative support, as needed, for fundraising campaigns, including managing event logistics, drafting donor communications, and assisting with campaign strategy implementation.
- Assist in tracking and acknowledging donations, ensuring all donor contributions are properly recognized and documented.
Event Support and Attendance
- Attend and provide on-site support at organizational events, including setup, guest engagement, and post-event follow-up (day and evening events).
- Coordinate with other team members to ensure smooth event execution and support fundraising goals.
General Administrative and Communications Support
- Assist with drafting content for newsletters, email marketing campaigns, and website updates.
- Help maintain the organization’s brand consistency across all communications.
- Provide additional support for other communications and fundraising projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years in communications, social media management, or fundraising in a non-profit setting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and experience in baseline photo/video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
- Interpersonal Skills: Comfortable with attending donor meetings, both in person and virtually. Strong relationship-building abilities.
- Communication Skills: Strong writing and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages for different audiences.
- Organization and Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
- Flexible and Collaborative: Comfortable working in a fast-paced work environment, with periodic in-person events and teamwork with various stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with donor database software (e.g., Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT, DonorPerfect, etc.).
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices.
- Interest or experience in WJA’s mission.
Compensation:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to Jess Vartughian,
jvartughian@wjacdemy.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.
Faculty Member
Non-Discrimination Policy: The Washington Jesuit Academy admits students of any race, color, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
