Employment Opportunities
Merion Mercy Academy Employment Application Process
Pennsylvania state law and Merion Mercy Academy require that the following items be completed before a candidate is hired. If seeking to work in a school in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a candidate is advised to complete these items expeditiously.
HIRING Process
- Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and statement of educational philosophy along with three professional references
- Teaching Positions:
- Submit copy of all Bachelor’s and/or Master’s transcripts
- Submit copy of any and all teaching certificates
Employment Forms
The following forms must be submitted before officially starting the position:
- Pennsylvania Request for Criminal Record Check
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
- Pennsylvania Fingerprinting Services (Link for the Service Code)
- Arrest/ Conviction Report and Certificate Form
- Virtus: Protecting God’s Children Presentation Certificate
- ACT 126 Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training
- TB test certification
Merion Mercy Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Merion Mercy Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Job Postings
School Counselor - Part Time
Merion Mercy Academy seeks a part-time school counselor for the 2022-23 school year.
Reporting to the Assistant Head of School for Academics, the school counselor provides a safe, accepting, non-judgmental space for students to discuss personal and academic issues and helps to build a culture of health and wellness at school. The Counselor provides short-term counseling services to students in times of crisis to support their social and emotional health at school and organizes and facilitates small group discussions for students.
In collaboration with an interdisciplinary student support team, the school counselor works to address the social, emotional and academic needs of specific students. As an advocate for students’ mental health and education needs, the school counselor works to support student access to treatment, and helps to create and maintain an emotionally healthy, productive, and safe school community.
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Spanish Language Teacher
Merion Mercy Academy seeks a dynamic and student-centered educator versed in current trends, research, and emerging ideas in education to teach Spanish beginning September 2022. This is a one-year teaching position.
The ideal candidate will inspire students to learn Spanish and will work collaboratively with colleagues in various curricular areas. He or she will embrace the school’s Mercy mission to promote a holistic education that is student-centered and encourages both academic and personal excellence. He or she will be enthusiastic about teaching girls, have a familiarity with instructional technology, and enjoy working within a team setting of shared ideas and constructive feedback in a collaborative manner. The candidates will demonstrate skills in cross-cultural teaching and leadership practices, and be dedicated to working in a diverse community. He or she will contribute to and be committed to diversity and multicultural educational practices.
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School Nurse - Part Time
Merion Mercy Academy seeks a part time school nurse committed to providing a safe and healthy environment where students can learn and grow.
As a licensed registered nurse, the school nurse is responsible for the quality of care delivered while maintaining current licensure and certifications. The school nurse handles acute medical issues, assists with health screenings, monitors records, administers medications, and promotes wellness in accordance with Merion Mercy’s commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment. In addition, the school nurse works with the Head of School and staff to integrate the Catholic faith and culture and infuse the Mercy charism into the school’s entire program.
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Coaches
Merion Mercy is seeking coaches for the Fall 2022 season for Field Hockey, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball and for the Spring 2023 season for Lacrosse and Track.
If interested, please send a resume and letter of interest to Shannon Fisher, Director of Athletics, at ad@merion-mercy.com.
Substitute Teachers
If you are interested in a short-term or long-term substitute teaching position at Merion Mercy Academy please contact Kelley Glynn at KGlynn@merion-mercy.com for more information.