Careers at GPS

Title: Data Specialist

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Development

ABOUT GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL:

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. GPS has proudly graduated almost 6000 young women since then. Currently, 125 faculty and staff serve 518 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of humanities, arts and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community

engagement.

General Description: The Data Specialist works with data entry, gift processing, and maintaining demographic information within Blackbaud Raiser's Edge (RE) assuring to maintain the integrity and accuracy of the RE database. This position also works with additional gift processing systems and coordinates RE data with other on campus data systems. The Data Specialist will assist with maintaining and developing custom reports as needed by other Development Staff. S/He stays current with the latest changes to RE and helps manage the process of developing Raiser's Edge policies, procedures, and training curriculum for users of RE from the beginner to the advanced level. The Data Specialist works with the Director of

Advancement Services to assist Development Staff in understanding key uses and best practices for using all components of Raiser’s Edge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General Skill & Experience Requirements

Competencies

 

GPS Swim America offers technique-focused swimming lessons to children and adults in the community. There are immediate openings for reliable and responsible swim instructors for our year-round youth lesson program. Applicants should have an enthusiastic desire to teach and work with children, and a swimming background is preferred but not required.

Our heated indoor pool and low student-teacher ratio provide a great teaching environment. All accepted applicants begin as paid apprentices as you learn our curriculum and teaching methods. Swim America is the perfect part-time job for anyone looking for steady pay while pursuing other goals and passions. The swim lessons will be held on Saturday mornings. Compensation is based on years of experience ($15-$20/hr).

The swim lessons director is John Woods, an American Swim Coaches Association Level 5 coach, who has extensive experience at the age group, high school, and USA National level.

 

ABOUT GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL:

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. GPS has proudly graduated almost 6,000 young women since then. Currently, 130 faculty and staff serve more than 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Girls Preparatory School seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Technical Theater Director to join its Performing Arts Department. This person will work as a part of a team to provide leadership for the technical direction of all of the Performing Arts curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular productions. They will also support the wider school community by supervising the technical operations and resources of the theater and other venues, including lighting, sound, and projection support for community events. The ideal candidate is an experienced problem-solver, an enthusiastic collaborator, and a passionate educator who is eager to incorporate their skills into our performing arts program.

This is a full-time position and reports to the Fine and Performing Arts Department Chair.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Key Qualifications:

It is the School’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. It is the intent and resolve of the School to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. The School’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

 

All employees are responsible for complying with the School's equal employment opportunity policy.


Interested and qualified applicants, click here to apply. 

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

 

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 600+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates—striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement—all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS basketball program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

 

· Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in basketball, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

 

· Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline.

 

· Assists with plans and set-up for activities, practices, and interscholastic contests. Travels with student athletes on the team bus to and from all games.

 

· Enforces discipline policies, emphasizes good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and advocates healthy lifestyles.

 

· Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away games and ensures appropriate behavior. Maintains a safe environment for all student athletes at all times.

 

· Assists with collection of team statistics, editing of game and practice film, and scouting of opponents.

 

· Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all TSSAA policies, rules and procedures.

 

· Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.

 

Bachelor’s degree required

A minimum of two (2) years coaching secondary Basketball preferably female student athletes

Knowledge of NFHS and TSSAA Rules for Basketball

Interested and qualified applicants, click here to apply.

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

 

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 600+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates — striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement — all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS basketball program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

ABOUT GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL:

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6,000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 600+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and cocurricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates—striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement—all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS lacrosse program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

 

Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in lacrosse, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

Requirements:

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

 

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 600+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates — striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement — all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS Rowing program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

 

· Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in rowing, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

 

· Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline.

 

· Assists with plans and set-up for activities, practices, and interscholastic contests. Travels with student athletes on the team bus to and from all competitions.

 

· Enforces discipline policies, emphasizes good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and advocates healthy lifestyles.

 

· Maintains a safe environment for all student athletes at all times and ensures their appropriate behavior.

 

· Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all GPS policies, rules and procedures.

 

· Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.

 

· Completion of Bachelor’s Degree expected

· Must be able to lift 50 pounds

· Completed or ability to complete TN Boating Safety Certificate

· A minimum of two (2) years coaching Rowing to female athletes preferred

· Knowledge of US Rowing Rules for competition

Interested and qualified applicants, click here to apply.

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6,000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates—striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement—all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS soccer program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

 

· Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in soccer, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

 

· Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline.

 

· Assists with plans and set-up for activities, practices, and interscholastic contests. Drives activity vehicle to all practices. Drives or rides with student athletes on the team vehicle to and from all games.

 

· Enforces discipline policies, emphasizes good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and advocates healthy lifestyles.

 

· Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away games and ensures appropriate behavior. Maintains a safe environment for all student athletes at all times.

 

· Assists with collection of team statistics, editing of game and practice film, and scouting of opponents.

 

· Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all TSSAA policies, rules and procedures.

 

· Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.

 

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Must hold a valid TN or GA Drivers’ License

A minimum of two (2) years coaching girls soccer or playing soccer at the collegiate level

Knowledge of NFHS and TSSAA Rules for soccer

Interested and qualified applicants, click here to apply. 

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

 

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 600+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates — striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement — all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision of the GPS squash program. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

 

· Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in squash, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

 

· Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline.

 

· Assists with plans and set-up for activities, practices, and interscholastic contests. Drives activity vehicle to all practices. Drives or rides with student athletes on the team vehicle to and from all games.

 

· Enforces discipline policies, emphasizes good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and advocates healthy lifestyles.

 

· Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away matches and ensures appropriate behavior. Maintains a safe environment for all student athletes at all times.

 

· Assists with collection of team statistics, editing of game and practice film, and scouting of opponents as needed.

 

· Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all US Squash policies, rules and procedures.

· Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.

 

Bachelor’s Degree Required

Must hold a valid TN or GA Drivers’ License

A minimum of two (2) years coaching girls squash or playing squash at the collegiate level

Interested and qualified applicants, click here to apply.

Girls Preparatory School inspires each girl to lead a life of integrity and purpose by engaging her mind, cultivating her strengths, and nurturing her self-confidence and respect for others.

 

Girls Preparatory School (GPS) was founded in 1906 to provide girls with the necessary courses to pursue a college education. Since that year, GPS has proudly graduated almost 6,000 young women. Currently, 131 faculty and staff serve 500+ girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum which includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and co-curricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.

 

The GPS Athletics mission includes teaching girls to be team players, understand the importance of mental toughness, accept challenges enthusiastically, and value strength, fitness, stamina, and good health. The bonds of friendship that come from working hard everyday as teammates — striving for excellence toward an ambitious goal and developing the fundamental values of discipline and self-improvement — all are part of athletics at Girls Preparatory School. Ultimately, the GPS athletic environment is about aiming to be the very best on the field of competition, in the classroom, and in life. That attitude is shared by the outstanding staff of award-winning GPS coaches and more than 300 athletes who are involved at the varsity and middle school level. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.

 

The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision for the swimming and diving program in a manner that aligns with the mission of the total athletic program at GPS. This individual will be responsible for providing direction, instruction, and supervision to female student athletes so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork. The candidate will also direct the activity and development of the middle school swimming program and coordinate their work with the head varsity swimming coach.

 

· Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in swimming, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members.

 

· Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline.

 

· Plans and sets up activities, training, and interscholastic contests. Develops appropriate practice schedules. Travels with student athletes on the team bus to and from all meets and competitions.

 

· Enforces discipline policies, emphasizes good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and encourages healthy lifestyles. Supports and advocates the school’s belief in the value of multi-sport participation.

 

· Maintains a safe environment for all student athletes at all times. Supervises students in locker rooms at the pool and works with the GPS Aquatics Coordinator to ensure that our swimming facility is in safe working order.

 

· Works closely with the Head Varsity Swimming Coach in preparing practice and competition schedules, managing equipment and supplies, and collecting necessary medical forms.

 

· Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all TISCA policies, rules and procedures.

 

· Assists in the recruitment of student-athletes with aspirations of participating in college.

 

· Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.