Employment

Stone Ridge is looking for a housekeeper to join the staff as soon as possible. 

At the Direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeper performs all of the daily tasks required for a Housekeeping Employee (e.g. washing and disinfecting all restrooms; dusting furniture, fixtures, etc.), as well as, a variety of seasonal and specific housekeeping tasks and responsibilities in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Wash and disinfect  all restrooms floor, walls, toilets, toilets seat, mirrors, sinks, urinals, and fixtures
• Dust furniture, fixtures, etc.
• Use of a variety of power cleaning equipment including, floor machines, walk behind and backpack vacuums, wet-vacuums, stripping and buffing machines, carpet shampoo and extraction machines
• Use of a variety of light-duty custodial equipment, including, but not limited to mops, brooms, dusters, etc.
• Use of a variety of chemical cleaners including but not limited to:  floor stripper, floor finish, toilet bowl and bathroom cleaners, general disinfectants, all purpose cleaners, etc.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all jobs or tasks requiring PPE equipment
• Knowledge of the proper use of spill control materials to use in cleaning up a small chemical spill
• May require coordinating job assignments of some Housekeeping Staff in designated areas    
• The position requires prolonged standing, walking, bending and stooping, lifting and carrying equipment and objects on level surfaces, ladders and/or stairways
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position is classified as an Essential Position for the school and the employee is sometimes required to work when the school is closed. This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Manager. 

Essential skills and experience:

• Minimum of 3 years cleaning experience in a commercial or residential setting preferred.
• A positive attitude
• Ability to perform duties independently, with minimum supervision
• Ability to take direction and follow-through to completion of task
• Comfort working in a team environment
• Ability to work well with supervisor, co-workers, and staff from other departments
• Ability to communicate with the Facilities Manager, Director of Facilities and faculty and staff concerning requests, needs, etc.
• Commitment to communicating clearly and regularly with others
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to exercise good judgement
• Flexibility with work schedule to allow for shift demands can change through the year
• Demonstration of punctuality, reliability, and professionalism

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish
• Ability to supervise and instruct employees

Reporting to this position: This position has no direct reports

The employee is expected to adhere to all school policies, to adhere to the Goals and Criteria set forth by the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, and to act as a role model in adherence to the policies and the Goals and Criteria.

Vaccination Policy
Stone Ridge requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (subject to legally required exemptions) as the best means of reducing the risk of transmission and providing our students and faculty/staff with the safest possible educational environment. Vaccination not only works to protect the individual who is vaccinated, but also protects students who are not yet eligible and anyone at increased risk from COVID-19.

Stone Ridge is seeking a Director of Facilities to begin as soon as possible. 

The Director of Facilities reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and oversees all aspects of maintenance, improvements, and housekeeping for Stone Ridge’s 35 acre campus, including 250,000 square feet of academic buildings, three gymnasiums, a natatorium, artificial and natural turf fields, and numerous auxiliary buildings, and multiple rental properties adjacent to campus. 

The Director of Facilities supervises and directs the Facility Manager, Administrative Assistant, Bus Driver(s), Maintenance staff, Housekeeping Supervisor, and Housekeeping staff; develops and maintains the Maintenance and Operations Department operating and capital budgets; and plans for the School’s preventative and long-term maintenance. The Director of Facilities manages the school’s work order system, maintains a working knowledge of the physical conditions of all campus facilities, and serves as Sustainability Coordinator for the School. This position serves on the School’s Master Plan Committee and plays an integral role in planning for and implementing campus construction projects. The Director of Facilities is a member of the School’s management leadership team and is on call 24/7 for emergencies, in coordination with the Facility Manager who is housed on-campus.

Other job responsibilities include:

• Overseeing contractors providing daily dining services, school bus routes, campus security, and certain maintenance functions (such as HVAC, electrical, and landscaping).
• Working with the Director of Events to coordinate frequent special event set-ups;
• Purchasing housekeeping and maintenance equipment and supplies;
• Overseeing utility services (gas, electric, water & sewer, and telephone);
• Overseeing regulatory compliance in environmental, asbestos, health, and other standards;
• Developing RFPs for contract work; obtaining competitive bids; preparing agreements;
• Maintaining records, plans, permits, warranties, operating manuals, etc. for buildings, equipment, and grounds;
• Overseeing a daily bus transportation program, including both contracted-bus services and the use of School-owned vehicles
• Supporting  the Director of Safety & Security by maintaining the campus PA system, radios for emergency communication and assisting with emergency drills.
• Managing the campus wide access control system.

The ideal candidate:

• possesses a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in a relevant field.
• has at least five years of experience in a supervisory role in facilities or property management.
• has demonstrated leadership experience, including experience with planning major capital projects and developing long-range facilities plans.
• is able to perform all duties of the job, including physical demands such as: walking or standing for extended periods; climbing stairs and lifting up to 20lbs. of equipment; hearing voices, alarms, bells, and horns; driving an automobile; and using standard office equipment and software.
• possesses knowledge of federal, state, and local laws that pertain to facilities administration.
• is able to communicate clearly to a team, both verbally and in writing, in English; ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred but not required. 
• is a team player and leader, demonstrates ethical and professional behavior in all interactions and situations with school constituents, including students, families, faculty, staff, administrators, and contractors. 

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience.

Stone Ridge is looking for a candidate who is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the application online, www.stoneridgeschool.org/employment. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Vaccination Policy
Stone Ridge requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (subject to legally required exemptions) as the best means of reducing the risk of transmission and providing our students and faculty/staff with the safest possible educational environment. Stone Ridges defines fully vaccinated in this context to include the booster. Vaccination not only works to protect the individual who is vaccinated, but also protects students who are not yet eligible and anyone at increased risk from COVID-19.
 

The Stone Ridge School Music Department is currently seeking adjunct faculty to support the after school music and curricular ensemble program in the following areas:

• Piano
• Voice

The ideal candidate has a flexible schedule to include teaching in the afternoons/ early evening, and potentially during the day occasionally as a sectionals coach or music substitute

Possible responsibilities include:

• Teaching applied lessons after school
• Teaching sectionals during the school day a few times a year
• Occasionally assisting/performing at Stone Ridge events
• Maintaining appropriate record keeping for lessons 
• Having availability as a substitute teacher for Music Faculty as needed. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music
• Previous teaching experience at the middle and high school level
• Experience teaching a group of students with varying levels of ability

Required knowledge, skills and abilities: 

• Demonstrated professional performing ability
• Ability to structure individual music instruction based on the needs of a particular student
• Ability to work collaboratively 
• Successful passing of a criminal background check

Stone Ridge is seeking a Facilities Manager to begin this fall.

The Facilities Manager reports to the Director of Facilities and advances all aspects of maintenance, improvements, and housekeeping for Stone Ridge’s 35 acre campus, including 300,000 square feet of academic buildings, three gymnasiums, a natatorium, artificial and natural turf fields, and multiple auxiliary buildings. A motivated individual, with excellent supervisory and communication skills, the Facilities Manager oversees the general operations and maintenance of all campus buildings and grounds and is tasked with providing top niche customer service to the faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities include:
Organizing the Maintenance and Housekeeping staff’s daily work schedules, vacations, etc. to assure adequate staff coverage to meet the needs of the school and provide a top-notch customer service experience for faculty, staff, students and visitors.
Organizing and supervising the daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and specific tasks to assure work required is scheduled, assigned, and completed 
Supervising all work of the Maintenance Staff (6) and Housekeeping Staff (10), ensuring safety and responsibility
Completing all work orders utilizing the varying skills of the Maintenance Staff
Organizing all event set-up and break down needs for school functions.
Attending to hands-on preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs as needed
Working individually and/or utilizing the in-house Maintenance Staff to facilitate: landscaping and grounds maintenance, painting, light construction jobs, vehicle maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC.
Overseeing all Maintenance Employee safety training in collaboration with the Director of Facilities.
Monitoring school security and life safety systems in collaboration with the Director of Safety & Security.
Working closely with the Director of Facilities to ensure all buildings are safe and in good operating condition and that all necessary equipment, etc., is budgeted.

The desired candidate holds 10+ years of experience in buildings and grounds maintenance with a proven record for responsibility and supervisory success. The Facilities Manager is able to perform all duties of the job, including physical demands such as: walking or standing for extended periods; climbing stairs and lifting up to 20lbs. of equipment; hearing alarms, bells, and horns; driving an automobile; and ability to use standard office equipment and software. A candidate who is able to communicate effectively and clearly to a team is preferred, as is someone who possesses experience with one or more trades (mechanical equipment, carpentry, hand tools,  plumbing and electrical).

Qualifications:  
Bilingual: Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is required.
A team player.
Initiates and manages multiple projects at a time.
Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior in all interactions and situations with school constituents, including students, families, faculty, staff, administrators, and contractors. 
Possesses knowledge of federal, state, and local laws that pertain to facilities supervision. 
Is able and available to live on campus for 24/7 emergencies. 

Compensation includes housing, competitive benefits, and salary commensurate with experience. The Facilities Manager is required to live in School-provided housing (currently a three-bedroom house adjacent to campus); there is no rental charge but the Facilities Manager is responsible for utilities and normal upkeep that would be expected of any tenant. Details would be specified in a housing agreement.

Applicants of diverse, underrepresented  backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Stone Ridge is looking for a candidate who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools. Interested candidates should complete the online employment application at https://www.stoneridgeschool.org/employment. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and a cover letter to Ms. Courtney Perna, HR Manager, all in PDF format.

Vaccination Policy
Stone Ridge requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (subject to legally required exemptions) as the best means of reducing the risk of transmission and providing our students and faculty/staff with the safest possible educational environment. Vaccination not only works to protect the individual who is vaccinated, but also protects students who are not yet eligible and anyone at increased risk from COVID-19.
 

Stone Ridge is looking for a part-time facilities and shuttle driver. This individual will perform daily facility walk throughs across 300,000 square feet of built space and 35 acres of grounds. Following each walk through, this position will submit work orders so that the Maintenance and Housekeeping teams can perform repairs to all issues that are identified. (Examples include: cobwebs, light bulbs that need replacement, broken desks, doors not closing properly and downed tree limbs). 

In addition, this position is responsible for driving one of the Stone Ridge 14-passenger shuttle buses for the purpose of bringing students safely from campus to the Medical Center Metro station. This is a local route that is only one mile each way. 

The hours for the position are from 2:30-7:00 on all school days (M-Fri), except during holidays and school breaks. Hourly pay is $25 per hour. 

Duties:

-Operate a 14-passenger Ford 350 conversion minibus. 

--Drive through traffic and obey traffic laws. 

--Follow state and federal transit regulations. 

--Assist with afternoon/evening traffic control when needed. 

--Assist in all areas of the Facilities Department, including daily facility walk throughs

Essential skills and experience: 

--High school degree or equivalent required

--A valid driver's license with clean driving record

--Commercial Driver's license not required, but desired

--Ability to use a computer and input data into a third party website 

--Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff and the public

Stone Ridge is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Head of School for Administration and Governance to begin on August 15, 2022.
 
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a member of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools, is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls, Grades 1-12, with a co-educational Early Childhood Program, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten. With over 700 students and rooted in the Goals of Sacred Heart education, Stone Ridge inspires young women to lead and serve, through lives of purpose that integrate faith, intellect, community, social action, and personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

The Executive Assistant to the Head of School Office provides direct administrative support to the Head of School on matters of administration and governance; and serves as the recording secretary to the Board of Trustees. The person in this position also manages the submission of annual statistical reports to state, local, and national agencies and associations. 

In interfacing with the Board, especially the Chair, the Executive Assistant to the Head of School Office prepares meeting reminders, agendas, minutes, and other necessary documents; collects committee reports and posts materials to the Board Portal prior to meetings; attends all Board of Trustee meetings; and maintains all files for the Board, including: minutes, by-laws, policy manual, trustee resumes, and roster. 

The desired candidate 

• possesses a BA or BS and at least five years of administrative support experience. 
• demonstrates success in an executive environment. 
• is skilled in conducting and collecting confidential research, analyzing data, reaching valid conclusions, and making recommendations.
• uses discretion and is flexible. 
• possesses excellent communication, both orally and in writing; has the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently with professional judgment.
• is proficient in Google Platform, Microsoft Office Suite, Raiser’s Edge, Veracross, and Finalsite.

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience. This position is annual, full-time and requires occasional evening hours for Board meetings.

Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the online employment application at https://www.stoneridgeschool.org/employment. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and a cover letter to Ms. Courtney Perna, HR Manager, all in PDF format. 

Vaccination Policy
Stone Ridge requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (subject to legally required exemptions) as the best means of reducing the risk of transmission and providing our students and faculty/staff with the safest possible educational environment. Vaccination not only works to protect the individual who is vaccinated, but also protects students who are not yet eligible and anyone at increased risk from COVID-19.
 

Stone Ridge is seeking a Part-Time Athletic Trainer to provide support to the Department of Athletics in the daily operation of athletics at the school. 

The Part-Time Athletic Trainer is required to be a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) who will support the Director of Sports Rehabilitation & Performance with the demands of Middle and Upper School after-school athletic programs.  

The Part-Time Athletic Trainer is responsible for:

• providing athletic training services and coverage for the majority of home athletic contests and practices.
• providing athletic training services for "home" games for teams that compete at off-campus facilities, such as ice hockey. 
• acting in accordance with standards set by the National Athletic Trainers Association. 
• evaluating an athletes' readiness to play, and providing participation clearances when necessary and warranted. 
• conducting initial assessments of an athletes' injury or illness in order to provide emergency or continued care and determining whether the athlete should be referred to a physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment. 
• communicating effectively via phone, email or in person with students, coaches, families, Divisional offices, and physicians in regard to student injury or health concerns. 
• assisting with the maintenance of accurate student physical records for sports participation. 
• assisting with the maintenance of accurate records of injuries sustained, of treatments and of outcomes, for annual reporting. 

Qualifications: 

• Board of Certification Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Licensed (or the ability to gain Licensure) to work as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Maryland through the Maryland Board of Physicians
• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience working with children in a school environment is preferred 
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Vaccination Policy
Stone Ridge requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (subject to legally required exemptions) as the best means of reducing the risk of transmission and providing our students and faculty/staff with the safest possible educational environment. Vaccination not only works to protect the individual who is vaccinated, but also protects students who are not yet eligible and anyone at increased risk from COVID-19.

Stone Ridge accepts Coaching Applicants on a rolling basis. Should you have questions about open positions, please contact Dr. Andrew Maguire, Director of Athletics.
 
Applicants of diverse, underrepresented  backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the Employment Application for Coach Positions below. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, statement of philosophy, list of references, and cover letter, all in PDF format.

Interested candidates should send a resume, letter of interest, and list of references to the Dr. Andrew Maguire, Director of Athletics, at amaguire@stoneridgeschool.org.