Employment

List of 2 items.

• Varsity Head Basketball Coach

  
  GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

  
  Xaverian is seeking applications for a varsity head basketball coach. Xaverian is a member of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletics Association and the Catholic Conference. The varsity head basketball coach is responsible for leading all aspects of our basketball program. They will work closely with our assistant coaches, student-athletes, school personnel, and various support staff to ensure that our program fully serves the needs of our student-athletes, both in the classroom and on the court. The head coach is also a visible member of Xaverian and must represent the best interest of our school community at all times. 

   

  QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • Understanding of and appreciation for Xaverian, and support for our Catholic identity and mission as a Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School.
  • Knowledge of educational athletics, particularly at the high school level.
  • Appreciation for the appropriate place of athletics, especially in the overall development of adolescents.
  • Prior experience coaching basketball at the high school (or higher) level.
  • In-depth knowledge of all components associated with a high school basketball program, including the college recruitment process.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with various constituent groups, including student athletes, colleagues, parents, and community members.
  • A proven communicator, with skills in oral, written, and electronic communications.
  • Experience in a school setting is preferred, although not required. 

  HOW TO APPLY 
  
  

  Resume, cover letter, and three references should be submitted electronically to Jane McCarthy (jmccarthy@xbhs.com). Please indicate Varsity Head Basketball Coach in the subject line. Salary commensurate with experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

   

  Xaverian is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

• FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics Mentor

  
  GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

  Xaverian is seeking applications for a part-time, seasonal, FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Mentor. The ideal candidate will be a passionate and knowledgeable mentor to support and guide our robotics team during the competition season and off-season. The required hours are weekdays from 2:30 - 6:00 p.m. as well as some weekends for practices, competitions, and events (during the school year and summer). Some travel is required.
  
  

  ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Guide and mentor students in designing, building, and programming a competitive robot to compete against other area schools in FIRST Tech Challenge competitions.
  • Provide technical assistance in areas such as mechanical design, CAD, electronics, makerspace fabrication, and programming. Supervise students with use of some power tools.
  • Encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership development among team members.
  • Ensure students follow safety guidelines and best practices in the workshop.
  • Assist with outreach and efforts to support team sustainability.

   

  QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Strong communication and leadership skills to mentor high school students.
  • Willingness to work collaboratively to teach/encourage students on robot-building projects. 
  • Knowledge in the operation of a small set of power tools (e.g. Dremel, miter saw) and/or a willingness to learn and supervise safe power tool operation.
  • Experience with robotics, engineering, CAD, makerspace fabrication and/or programming (in FTC, FRC, VEX, or similar programs) is preferred. 
  • Experience as a FIRST mentor, coach, or prior-participant is preferred.
  • Prior experience working with high school students in an educational or extracurricular setting is preferred.

  HOW TO APPLY:

  Resume, cover letter, and three references should be submitted electronically to Jane McCarthy (jmccarthy@xbhs.com). Please indicate ROBOTICS MENTOR in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.

   

  Xaverian is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.