St. Paul Academy and Summit School seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Publications Assistant

About St. Paul Academy and Summit School:

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 920 students in kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.

Our mission—shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world—is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do. It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child. Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values. But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.

For additional information about the school’s curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu.

About the Upper School:

The Upper School is home to students in Grades 9-12 and is characterized by advanced inquiry, lively discussion, deep engagement with topics, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Students develop the habits and relationships that will carry them through high school and into the world of college and beyond. The Upper School's rigorous academic curriculum and seminar-based learning model is complemented by a network of support that includes teachers, advisors, college counselors, and resources for both academic and social/emotional well-being.

For more information about the Upper School, please visit the Upper School section of our website.

Position Begins: September 2024

Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt

Department: Faculty Support, Upper School

Job Description:

This is an exceptional opportunity for any teacher-journalist looking to help grow and support a nationally recognized, award-winning student publications program which includes The Rubicon (our printed newspaper), RubicOnline (our online newspaper), Iris: Art + Lit, and Ibid Yearbook.

This is an hourly .25 position open to applicants with the expertise and acumen to support student journalists and our student journalism programs effectively and thoughtfully. The position begins in September of 2024.

Ideal candidates should possess or be on track to earn a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or a related field (ie. Communications, English with a Journalism/Student Publications focus), and be a quick adopter of new programs, including productivity software, Adobe CS, and WordPress. The ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines is required. The ideal candidate will have experience with project-based learning and demonstrated enthusiasm for course development and modification. Additionally, the Publications Assistant is expected to chaperone student trips and attend training at the Minnesota High School Press Association and a National Convention in the spring.

As importantly, we seek a candidate who has a demonstrated passion for working with young people. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Candidates should support the mission and values of SPA, the vision of the Upper School, and be eager to join a professional community where collaboration is valued and where openness to growth is the norm.

How to Apply:

The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should apply online at www.spa.edu/employment and submit a letter of interest and resume.

SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff, and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.