Employment

List of 3 items.

• Athletic Director

  St. Cecilia Academy, a Catholic college-preparatory high school for young women owned and administered by the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation since 1860, seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Athletic Director to lead and grow its athletic program with excellence and integrity.
  
  

  The Athletic Director is a full-time staff member who serves on the administrative team and reports directly to the principal. This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supervising every aspect of the school’s athletic programs. The Athletic Director is responsible for leading and managing the athletic program in a manner consistent with the mission and philosophy of Saint Cecilia Academy and the teachings of the Catholic Church. The AD will promote a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, integrity, and virtue across all athletic endeavors while fostering the holistic development of young women in mind, body, and spirit. The athletic director serves multiple constituencies: students, parents, coaches, faculty/staff, and administration. The athletic director is often the first point of contact with prospective families and therefore must be passionate about the vision of SCA athletics and an outstanding communicator.
  
  Qualifications

  • A practicing, devout Christian with a strong personal commitment to living and witnessing the faith
  • Deep commitment to the Catholic mission of St. Cecilia Academy and the physical, mental, and spiritual formation of students through athletics
  • Bachelor's degree in physical education, athletic administration, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in athletic administration, leadership, or coaching.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
  • Ability to engage and lead parent volunteers, coaches, and student-athletes
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends, including attendance at games and school events.

  
  Responsibilities

  • Recruit, retain, and supervise outstanding coaches who are aligned with SCA’s Catholic and Dominican mission
  • Sets and maintains standards of excellence and accountability within athletics
  • Oversees annual evaluation of coaches
  • Helps to coordinate coach’s workshop days and professional development
  • Develop a comprehensive orientation and formation program for all coaches, emphasizing spiritual leadership, professionalism, and virtue development
  • Help coaches schedule games for school athletic teams; oversee travel and transportation for away competitions
  • Direct and manage a 7-12 athletic program
  • Coordinate and maintain uniforms, equipment, and all athletic facilities
  • Prepare and manage the annual athletic department budget
  • Ensure all required forms, medical paperwork, and eligibility requirements are submitted by student- athletes
  • Represent SCA in all relevant athletic associations, including TSSAA, and attend associated meetings
  • Work with the Communications Director to highlight athletic achievements, maintain accurate schedules, and promote athletic culture online
  • Partner with the Admissions Office to attract prospective student-athletes and grow the SCA athletic brand
  • Represent SCA in all relevant athletic associations, including but not limited to TSSAA, and attend all meetings.

  
  Why St. Cecilia Academy?

  Founded in 1860, St. Cecilia Academy has been forming young women of faith, intellect, and character for over 160 years. Rooted in the rich tradition of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia, the school seeks to cultivate excellence in all areas of life—academics, faith, leadership, and athletics. The Athletic Director will play a critical role in shaping a vibrant, competitive, faith-filled athletic culture that reflects the Dominican love for truth, beauty, discipline, and holy joy.
  
  

  At St. Cecilia Academy, we believe that athletics should be a proving ground of virtue, where each young woman is challenged to strive for her personal best through discipline, teamwork, and holy joy. The athletic program exists to complement the school’s high academic expectations, reflect a culture of excellence, and help each athlete grow in virtue, resilience, and leadership.

  
  Application Instructions
  Please submit the following materials to Annie Ligowski – searchcommittee@stcecilia.edu

  • Cover Letter expressing your interest and how you would integrate faith and athletics
  • Current Resume
  • Contact information for three professional references

  Visit www.stcecilia.edu to learn more about our mission and community.

• Head Girls' Softball Coach

  Saint Cecilia Academy is a private, all-girls Catholic school owned and operated by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation in the Diocese of Nashville. The Academy exists to provide young women with a Christ-centered, rigorous, and joyful Catholic education that nurtures their intellectual, spiritual, and moral development. Rooted in the Dominican tradition, our mission is to form women of faith, integrity, and excellence who are prepared to lead and serve the world. Our athletic program is a dynamic extension of this mission—fostering leadership, humility, courage, teamwork, and perseverance, while cultivating virtue through competition.
  
  

  Position Summary
  Saint Cecilia Academy seeks a Head Girls’ Softball Coach who is passionate about forming young women through sport—developing them physically, mentally, and spiritually. The ideal candidate is a committed Christian who aligns with the school’s mission and values and who can lead a disciplined, competitive, and Christ-centered softball program. This coach will be responsible for overseeing the entire 7–12 softball program at Saint Cecilia Academy.
  
  

  This position requires strong leadership, softball expertise, and a genuine desire to mentor student-athletes on and off the field.

  
  Key Responsibilities

  
  Athletic and Program Development
  

  • Build a comprehensive softball program rooted in excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
  • Oversee all levels of the program (grades 7–12), ensuring alignment in coaching philosophy and player development.
    Plan and lead effective practices and competitive game strategies.
  • Create a culture of discipline, accountability, and high performance.

  Develop players across all skill levels, with an emphasis on teamwork, resilience, and leadership.
  

  Collaborate with the strength and conditioning coach to support physical development and injury prevention.

  
  Faith & Character Formation

  • Integrate Christian values into coaching philosophy—viewing sport as a platform for virtue formation.
  • Foster a team environment where prayer, joy, and mutual respect are part of daily life.
  • Mentor student-athletes in leadership, integrity, and servant-hearted competition.
  • Collaborate with the school’s chaplain or theology faculty to offer spiritual enrichment opportunities.
  • Build a culture of sisterhood, where older players mentor younger teammates and contribute to a unified, Christ-centered program.

  Program Leadership & School Engagement
  

  • Help develop a long-term vision for softball at Saint Cecilia, including outreach to potential feeder programs.
  • Coordinate with the athletic department to organize events, retreats, and service initiatives.
  • Communicate clearly and consistently with student-athletes, families, and the broader school community.
  • Be a visible and positive presence in the life of the school.

  Qualifications
  

  • Practicing Christian with a sincere desire to support the Catholic identity and mission of Saint Cecilia Academy.
  • Previous volleyball coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach and develop both foundational and advanced skills.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
  • Deep passion for forming young women in virtue and leadership through athletics.

  Why Join Saint Cecilia Academy?

  • Opportunity to impact young women’s lives through faith, sport, and mentorship.
  • A mission-driven, supportive school culture rooted in Catholic tradition.
  • Competitive coaching stipend and opportunities for professional development.
  • A beautiful campus community located in the heart of Nashville, TN.

  
  To Apply

  Please contact Ben Spiegelman at spiegelmanb@stcecilia.edu with your cover letter and resume.

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• Head Girls' Swimming Coach

  Saint Cecilia Academy is a private, all-girls Catholic school owned and operated by the Dominican Sisters of the St. Cecilia Congregation in the Diocese of Nashville. The Academy exists to provide young women with a Christ-centered, rigorous, and joyful Catholic education that nurtures their intellectual, spiritual, and moral development. Rooted in the Dominican tradition, our mission is to form women of faith, integrity, and excellence who are prepared to lead and serve the world. Our athletic program is a dynamic extension of this mission—fostering leadership, humility, courage, teamwork, and perseverance, while cultivating virtue through competition.

  
  Position Summary
  Saint Cecilia Academy seeks a Head Girls’ Swim Coach who is passionate about forming young women through sport—developing them physically, mentally, and spiritually. The ideal candidate is a committed Christian who aligns with the school’s mission and values and who can lead a disciplined, competitive, and Christ-centered swim program. This coach will be responsible for overseeing the entire 7–12 swim program at Saint Cecilia Academy.
  
  

  This position requires strong leadership, swimming expertise, and a genuine desire to mentor student-athletes in and out of the pool.

  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  

  Athletic and Program Development

  • Build a comprehensive swim program rooted in excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
  • Oversee all levels of the program (grades 7–12), ensuring alignment in coaching philosophy and player development.
  • Plan and lead effective practices and competitive strategies.
  • Create a culture of discipline, accountability, and high performance.
  • Develop swimmers across all skill levels, with an emphasis on teamwork, resilience, and leadership. 
  • Collaborate with the strength and conditioning coach to support physical development and injury prevention.

  
  Faith & Character Formation

  • Integrate Christian values into coaching philosophy—viewing sport as a platform for virtue formation.
  • Foster a team environment where prayer, joy, and mutual respect are part of daily life.
  • Mentor student-athletes in leadership, integrity, and servant-hearted competition.
  • Collaborate with the school’s chaplain or theology faculty to offer spiritual enrichment opportunities.
  • Build a culture of sisterhood, where older players mentor younger teammates and contribute to a unified, Christ-centered program.

  
  Program Leadership & School Engagement

  • Help develop a long-term vision for swimming at Saint Cecilia, including outreach to potential feeder programs.
  • Coordinate with the athletic department to organize events, retreats, and service initiatives.
  • Communicate clearly and consistently with student-athletes, families, and the broader school community.
  • Be a visible and positive presence in the life of the school.

  
  Qualifications

  • Practicing Christian with a sincere desire to support the Catholic identity and mission of Saint Cecilia Academy.
  • Previous swim coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach and develop both foundational and advanced skills.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
  • Deep passion for forming young women in virtue and leadership through athletics.

  Why Join Saint Cecilia Academy?

  • Opportunity to impact young women’s lives through faith, sport, and mentorship.
  • A mission-driven, supportive school culture rooted in Catholic tradition.
  • Competitive coaching stipend and opportunities for professional development.
  • A beautiful campus community located in the heart of Nashville, TN.

  
  To Apply

  Please contact Ben Spiegelman at spiegelmanb@stcecilia.edu with your cover letter and resume.