Career Opportunities

List of 7 items.

• Director of Advancement

  The Position
  To support its compelling mission and strategic priorities, Mercy High School seeks a dynamic Director of Advancement to lead a growing fundraising and alumnae relations program. The Director of Advancement will serve on the Leadership Team and report directly to the President. The Director of Advancement will be responsible for building and managing an effective team to meet the school’s annual fundraising goals, drive a robust major gifts program, and sustain meaningful engagement with alumnae and other constituents.
  
  The Director of Advancement will be a results-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This leader will be responsible for taking Mercy’s highly professional, donor-centered advancement operation to the next level. Working closely with the President and an engaged Board of Trustees, the successful candidate will be a proactive, creative, and flexible leader who performs best in a collaborative, energetic environment. Above all, the Director of Advancement will be able to communicate persuasively a passion for the mission and vision of Mercy High School.
  
  Responsibilities
  Leadership
  • Serve as a member of the Mercy leadership team, ensuring alignment between advancement practices and the strategic priorities and needs of the Mercy community.
  • Lead the advancement team (Annual Fund and Events Manager, Alumnae Engagement Manager, Alumnae Engagement Associate, and Database and Gift Processing Manager) in ways that ensure alignment with Mercy values, culture, and strategic priorities.
  • Work collaboratively with the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees to maximize volunteer engagement and leadership in fundraising.
  
  Fundraising
  • Lead goal setting, implementation, tracking, and reporting of fundraising and alumnae engagement strategies and metrics.
  • Partner with the President and the Board of Trustees to secure major gifts and grants for Mercy’s annual, capital, programmatic, and endowment priorities.
  • Serve as the primary writer and creative thinker for solicitations, correspondence, acknowledgments, and grant proposals.
  • Lead processes that support the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors from the individual, foundation, and corporate sectors.
  • Supervise and support the Annual Fund and Events Manager on activities and events, including the Student Raffle and Gala, in support of The Fund for Mercy High School.
  • Supervise and support the Database and Gift Processing Manager to plan, track, and report on fundraising, alumnae engagement, and stewardship activities. 
  
  Engagement & Events
  • Build on the success of the annual gala and other strategic events to maximize fundraising impact through engagement and follow-up with major gift donors and prospects.
  • Supervise and support the Alumnae Engagement Manager and Alumnae Engagement Associate to strengthen alumnae and constituent programs.
  • Work collaboratively with the Director of Communications and Marketing, as well as other Mercy staff, to create compelling events and campaigns.
  • Maintain relationships with other fundraising leaders in Baltimore and Mercy Education, continuously benchmarking best practices and representing the interests of Mercy.
  
  Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Minimum of eight years leadership experience in fundraising with progressively increasing responsibility
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and from all areas of an organization
  • Significant experience soliciting and closing major gifts/grants from individuals, foundations, and corporations
  • Ability to be a hands-on leader who has effectively managed and developed teams
  • Excellent communications/writing skills, including an ability to listen well
  • Strong planning skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with Raiser’s Edge (strongly preferred)
  • Knowledge of the Baltimore philanthropic community preferred
  
  Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package available.
  
  About Mercy High School
  Founded in 1960 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy High School provides a rigorous education rooted in Catholic, Mercy values that prepares graduates for leadership in college, in the workplace, and in the community. An authorized International Baccalaureate World School, Mercy strives to create “an environment where young women form habits of lifelong inquiry, critical thinking, and courageous action in a global society.” In support of Mercy’s distinctive mission, successful fundraising has brought more than $12 million in capital and programmatic advancements—all designed to provide an exceptional educational experience for Mercy Girls. Today more than 8,000 Mercy alumnae inspire and lead in college, the workplace, and beyond.
  
  Visit www.mercyhighschool.com for more information about Mercy High School.
  
  To Apply
  Please submit a cover letter including salary requirements, resume, and list of three professional references to mlennon@mercyhighschool.com. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

• Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher (January 2025-March 2025)

  School Overview: 
  Founded in 1960 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy High School is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for girls in grades 9-12. Expanding on nearly 200 years of experience in the instruction of adolescent girls, Mercy is proud to carry forward the extraordinary legacy of Mercy education, which began in Baltimore in 1867. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, we deliver a rigorous education marked by academic excellence and personal attention. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Mercy provides an education that is distinguished by innovation, enabling students to form habits of lifelong inquiry, critical thinking, and courageous action in a global society. In the tradition of Catherine McAuley, the founder of the Sisters of Mercy, our work reflects a commitment to hospitality, service, justice, and compassion. More than 8,000 Mercy graduates bring their Mercy values into the world, in Baltimore, and beyond. It is an exciting time to join “Team Magic” and to help showcase our growing school.
  
  

  Mercy High School is seeking a long-term part-time science substitute teacher to begin in January 2025. The position would continue until the teacher returns from leave in April. The ideal candidate can teach the science subjects of Chemistry and Biomedical Sciences. Candidates should be academically strong and dedicated to teaching a diverse group of girls in a community that values intellectual pursuits, strong relationships, and spiritual development.  The successful candidate will be cognizant of the special role a teacher has in the spiritual and religious development of youth, model critical inquiry and lifelong learning, and demonstrate integrity and fairness in all aspects of community life.

   

  As a school authorized by the International Baccalaureate to offer the Middle Years Programme, Mercy’s curriculum in grades 9 and 10 features concept-based instruction and structured inquiry as a pedagogical tool. Courses in the upper levels are challenging and engaging. Mercy is an IB Candidate School pursuing authorization for the IB Diploma Programme.

   

  Responsibilities

  • Plan and effectively implement the science curriculum for five sections of science courses, three Chemistry and two Biomedical Science sections.
  • Use pedagogical best practices, learning standards, and assessments to drive student growth and achievement in alignment with Mercy’s expectations and the International Baccalaureate framework.
  • Create a positive, cooperative, and organized classroom atmosphere.
  • Maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
  • Work collaboratively with the department, year-level teams, student services, and academic leadership team to support student learning.
  • Respect and support the School’s mission.
  • Attend all planning and staff meetings.

   

  Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in science, education, or a related field is required.
  • A willingness to collaborate with colleagues is required.
  • Candidates are subject to a criminal background check, Child Protection Services Screening, and an MSDE Employment History Review prior to employment.

   

  Work Environment:

  • All faculty may be asked to perform their work duties at home (in the event of remote learning) and/or on campus. In both settings, this role is required to maintain a professional, shared work environment.
  • While performing the duties of this job, all faculty are regularly required to talk and hear. This position, while primarily desk, office, and classroom-based, is at times active. It requires both sitting and standing for prolonged periods, and at times walking, including stairs, and the occasional moving/rearranging of items.

   

  ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­FLSA Classification: Exempt                                                             

  Reports to: Department Chair

  Employment Category: Part-time                                                      Duration: 3 months

   

  Please send a cover letter, resume, statement of philosophy of education, and contact information for three professional references to Kathryn Adelsberger, Ed.D., Principal at kadelsberger@mercyhighschool.com 

   

  This description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the work associated with the position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties and additional functions/requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and Mercy High School reserves the right to change this position as deemed appropriate.

• Assistant Coach for Varsity Softball

  Mercy High School is seeking an Assistant Coach for Varsity Softball. Candidates should possess excellent organization and communication skills. This position reports regularly to the director of athletics. The softball season begins in early February and concludes in early May. This is a paid, part-time position and a background check is required.  
  
  

  Interested candidates should send a resume and two to three professional references to George Panageotou P’23, ’26, assistant director of athletics, at GPanageotou@mercyhighschool.com. 

• Head Coach for Varsity Golf

  Mercy High School is seeking a Head Coach for Varsity Golf. Candidates should possess excellent organization and communication skills. This position reports regularly to the director of athletics. The softball season begins in early February and concludes in early May. This is a paid, part-time position and a background check is required.  
  
  

  Interested candidates should send a resume and two to three professional references to George Panageotou P’23, ’26, assistant director of athletics, at GPanageotou@mercyhighschool.com.  

   

• Head Coach for Varsity Indoor Track & Field

  Mercy High School is seeking a Head Coach for Varsity Indoor Track & Field. Candidates should possess excellent organization and communication skills. This position reports regularly to the director of athletics. The Indoor Track and Field season begins in early November and concludes in early February. This is a paid, part-time position and a background check is required.  
  
  

  Interested candidates should send a resume and two to three professional references to George Panageotou P’23, ’26, assistant director of athletics, at GPanageotou@mercyhighschool.com. 

• Head Coach for Varsity Outdoor Track & Field

  Mercy High School is seeking a Head Coach for Varsity Outdoor Track & Field. Candidates should possess excellent organization and communication skills. This position reports regularly to the director of athletics. The Outdoor Track and Field season begins in early February and concludes in early May. This is a paid, part-time position and a background check is required.  
  
  

  Interested candidates should send a resume and two to three professional references to George Panageotou P’23, ’26, assistant director of athletics, at GPanageotou@mercyhighschool.com.  

• Substitute Teachers

  Mercy High School seeks dynamic, student-centered individuals to become a part of our daily substitute list.  Mercy High School is an independent, Catholic, all-girls, college preparatory school for students in grades 9-12 located in Baltimore, MD.

  Substitutes will be contacted for daily assignments in any of Mercy High School’s academic areas on an as-needed basis. The length of an individual substitute teaching assignment varies but will generally be between the hours of 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. 
  
  

  Key duties:

  • Provide continuity in student learning
  • Adhere to the classroom teacher’s daily lesson plans
  • Effectively supervise the classroom
  • Collect and distribute assignments
  • Adhere to school policies and procedures
  • Supervise students during non-instructional time in accordance with absent teacher’s schedule
  • Other teaching duties as requested 

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Prior experience with students in grades 9-12 is strongly preferred, particularly in a classroom setting 

  Qualified candidates will be contacted and invited to begin the interview process.

  Interested candidates should contact Dr. Kathryn Adelsberger, Principal, at kadelsberger@mercyhighschool.com. Please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.