Employment Opportunities at Holy Names Academy Holy Names Academy

vice principal of academics

Position Overview: The Vice Principal of Academics oversees the academic program and ensures high standards of teaching and learning. This role supports faculty development, curriculum alignment, and student success. The Vice Principal of Academics is a member of the administrative team working collaboratively to plan, coordinate, and advance overall school operations.

This role begins August 1, 2026. The role is an 11-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum & Instruction

Lead curriculum development, review, and revision across departments.
Ensure alignment with college readiness requirements and accreditation expectations.
Promote effective instructional strategies and assessment practices.

Faculty Support & Professional Development

Mentor teachers through classroom observations, coaching, and evaluations.
Support academic department chairs.
Organize professional development opportunities aligned with school goals.
Assist in hiring and onboarding academic personnel.
Supervises personnel in Academic Office, registrar, counseling, academic support, and library.

Academic Operations

Oversee grade reporting, academic records, attendance, and scheduling.
Support academic support services, school counselors, and college counselors.
Coordinate standardized testing and data analysis.
Manage textbook selection and textbook sale.
Collaborate on Admissions processes with the Head of School and Admissions team.

Academic Integrity & Culture

Uphold policies related to academic honesty and expectations of students.

Qualifications:

Required

Education: Master’s degree in an education-related field
Experience: 5-7 years of experience in education

Preferred

Washington State teaching and/or administrator certification
Experience in leadership position at the high school level
Experience with block scheduling

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrated experience working with students, teachers, and parents, building strong relationships and holding them to high standards and expectations.
Content knowledge of high school academics and college prep programs.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive school environment.
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff, students, and parents.
Adaptability, punctuality, flexibility, maturity, and enthusiasm.

Benefits

Salary range is $130,000 - $155,000.
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement program, and flexible spending accounts.
Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
Summer sabbatical program and professional development opportunities.
Use of school fitness center, library, and free indoor parking.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment dedicated to empowering young women from diverse economic, religious, and geographic backgrounds.

How to Apply
Click here to submit resume and complete application. Application deadline is Thursday, February 12. Applications received after this date will be considered for interviews only if the position remains open.

vice principal of student life

Position Overview:
The Vice Principal of Student Life fosters a welcoming, inclusive campus culture rooted in the SNJM charism. This role oversees the daily school schedule, student discipline, extracurricular programs, and campus life initiatives, and supervises student activity personnel and programs. As a member of the administrative team, the Vice Principal of Student Life collaborates closely with colleagues to plan, coordinate, and advance the overall operations and mission of the school.

This role begins August 1, 2026. The role is an 11-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Behavior & Formation

Implement and oversee the student code of conduct and supportive discipline practices.
Promote character development aligned with SNJM charism.
Address behavioral issues and work with counselors, parents, and teachers to support student well-being.

Campus Life & Extracurriculars

Oversee clubs, activities, field trips, and school events.
Collaborate with Student Activity Coordinator in student leadership and school activities.
Oversee daily operations, homeroom program, school calendars, and daily schedules.

Student Support & Safety

Collaborate with counselors, learning support, and others to meet student needs.
Ensure emergency response protocols, safety procedures, and emergency planning are followed.
Coordinate supervision and chaperone schedules.

Communication & Community Engagement

Maintain communication with students and families regarding student life matters.
Partner with parents, faculty, and community organizations to enhance student experiences.

Qualifications:

Required

Education: Master’s degree in education or related field
Experience: 5-7 years of experience in education

Preferred

Washington State teaching and/or administrator certification
Experience in leadership position at the high school level
Experience in a Catholic school

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrated experience working with and building strong relationships with students.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive school environment.
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff, students, and parents.
Adaptability, punctuality, flexibility, maturity, and enthusiasm.

Benefits

Salary range is $130,000 - $155,000.
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement program, and flexible spending accounts.
Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
Summer sabbatical program and professional development opportunities.
Use of school fitness center, library, and free indoor parking.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment dedicated to empowering young women from diverse economic, religious, and geographic backgrounds.

admissions & outreach coordinator

Job Summary
Holy Names Academy seeks a talented, dynamic, and proactive Admissions & Outreach Coordinator to join a well-developed admissions program. The person is responsible for planning and implementing programs, events, camps, and projects in collaboration with multiple departments, and for communicating the mission and brand of Holy Names Academy to various audiences. This is a full-time, year-round position.

Responsibilities

Work with Director of Admissions to maintain full enrollment and provide support for admissions programs, including open houses, regional information events, classroom visits to area grade schools, student shadow days, parent tours, etc.
Develop and market engagement programs to support recruitment, partnerships, and institutional growth.
Plan, schedule, market, and manage all aspects of Holy Names Academy’s summer camp program.
Capture photos, videos, and stories and contribute creative ideas for engaging social media and news content.
Collaborate across departments to cultivate and maintain a positive school climate.

Qualifications

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Ability to represent Holy Names Academy and its mission to constituents
Strong organizational skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and student-centered
Experience with social-media platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, website content management systems, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Canva, and photography
Ability to work weekend and evening events, as needed
Non-smoker
Successful completion of a criminal background check, fingerprints, and Safe Environment training prior to start of employment
Preferred: BA in related field; prior experience in education, admissions, marketing, photography, social media, and/or leading summer camps

Benefits

Annual salary: $60,000-$70,000, depending on skills and experience
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement program, and flexible spending accounts
Generous vacation and sick leave policies
Summer sabbatical program and professional development opportunities
Use of school fitness center, library, and free indoor parking
Collaborative and inclusive work environment dedicated to empowering young women from diverse economic, religious, and geographic backgrounds

How to Apply
Click here to submit a resume, cover letter, and list of two professional references. Application deadline is Thursday, February 5, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered for interviews only if the position remains open.

JV Lacrosse Coach

Position Overview:
We are seeking a JV Lacrosse Coach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrated knowledge, dedication, experience, and ability to teach lacrosse skills and conditioning programs.
Supervision and instruction of lacrosse athletes during all team activities.
Effective communication with student athletes and their families.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches in the HNA lacrosse program.
Take direction from the Program Head and Athletic Director as needed.
Seeking continuing education opportunities in your sport (clinics, attending college practices, working camps, etc.).
Maintain compliance with all Holy Names Academy, Metro League, and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) rules and regulations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience and expertise in the sport.
Prior coaching experience at the high school, youth, or club level.
25 years of age or older.
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
Available for all practice sessions (Monday - Friday - 3-5pm) and games (dates vary)
Current First Aid and CPR and certifications (or be willing to obtain certification prior to season).
Must be willing and able to drive a 14-passenger minibus (training provided).
Successful completion of a criminal background check, fingerprints and Safe Environment training prior to start of season.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $3,000 - $3,500, paid over the season. Salary is based on skills and experience.
Benefits: Paid Sick Days, Funds available for professional development opportunities.

Application Process: Please apply online by submitting a resume, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references here. The application deadline is February 6, 2026. The application portal will remain open until job is filled.

assistant jv tennis coach

Position Overview:
We are seeking an Assistant JV Tennis Coach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrated knowledge, dedication, experience, and ability to teach tennis skills and conditioning programs.
Supervision and instruction of tennis athletes during all team activities.
Effective communication with student athletes and their families.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches in the HNA tennis program.
Take direction from the Program Head and Athletic Director as needed.
Seeking continuing education opportunities in your sport (clinics, attending college practices, working camps, etc.).
Maintain compliance with all Holy Names Academy, Metro League, and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) rules and regulations

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience and expertise in the sport.
Prior coaching experience at the high school, youth, or club level.
25 years of age or older.
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
Available for all practice sessions (Monday - Friday - 3-5pm) and games (dates vary)
Current First Aid and CPR and certifications (or be willing to obtain certification prior to season).
Must be willing and able to drive a 14-passenger minibus (training provided).
Successful completion of a criminal background check, fingerprints and Safe Environment training prior to start of season.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $3,000 - $3,500, paid over the season. Salary is based on skills and experience.
Benefits: Paid Sick Days, Funds available for professional development opportunities.

assistant track and field coaches - sprints & JUMPS

Position Overview:
Our Track & Field program is seeking two dedicated Assistant Coaches to join our coaching staff:

Assistant Coach – Sprints

Primary responsibility: Work with our sprint athletes to develop speed, technique, and race strategy.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in sprint programming and training plan development.

Assistant Coach – Jumps

Primary responsibility: Coach athletes in horizontal and/or vertical jumps, focusing on technical development and performance improvement.
Preferred qualifications: Background in jump-specific training and event preparation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrated knowledge, dedication, experience, and ability to teach running skills, jumping skills, and conditioning programs.
Supervision and instruction of track and field athletes during all team activities.
Effective communication with student athletes and their families.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches in the HNA track and field program.
Take direction from the Program Head and Athletic Director as needed.
Seeking continuing education opportunities in your sport (clinics, attending college practices, working camps, etc.).
Maintain compliance with all Holy Names Academy, Metro League, and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) rules and regulations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience and expertise in the sport.
Prior coaching experience at the high school, youth, or club level.
25 years of age or older.
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
Available for all practice sessions (Monday - Friday - 3-5pm) and meets (dates vary)
Current First Aid and CPR and certifications (or be willing to obtain certification prior to season).
Must be willing and able to drive a 14-passenger minibus (training provided).
Successful completion of a criminal background check, fingerprints and Safe Environment training prior to start of season.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $3,000 - $3,500, paid over the season. Salary is based on skills and experience.
Benefits: Paid Sick Days, Funds available for professional development opportunities.

Assistant robotics Coach

Position Overview:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Robotics Coach to join the Holy Names Academy, Reign Robotics Team. This is an exciting opportunity to mentor young women in STEM, build a strong robotics program, and gain hands-on experience in coaching, project management, and team leadership. The Assistant Robotics Coach will work closely with the Head Robotics Coach, learning the ins and outs of leading a competitive robotics team. The goal of this position is to develop the skills necessary to take on the Head Coach role in the future.

General Tasks & Responsibilities:

Robot Building Support: Assist with the hands-on building and programming of the team's robot during both the off-season and build/competition seasons.
Business Team Collaboration: Work with the student business team to ensure that marketing efforts align with the needs of the robotics team and the mission of the school.
Mentorship & Development: Learn and collaborate closely with the Head Coach to understand the responsibilities involved in leading a robotics team, with the intent to take over leadership in the coming years.
Student Registration & Permission Slips: Oversee and manage student registration for the team, including ensuring that all permission slips are completed for events.
Team Apparel: Coordinate the ordering and distribution of team shirts and other apparel, ensuring that the team presents itself cohesively at events.
Outreach Event Arrangements: Help organize and manage outreach events aimed at promoting the team and encouraging interest in robotics within the school and broader community.

Time Commitment:

Off-Season (September - December):

Frequency: One or two days per week.
Hours: Typically 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM (specific days to be discussed with the Head Coach).

Build/Competition Season (January - March, possibly Mid-April depending on qualification for districts):

Frequency: Monday-Friday.
Hours: Typically 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Note: Holidays are excluded, but there may be additional time requirements for certain activities and events.

Event/Competition Weekends:

The team will participate in two competition weekends in March, with additional outreach events in the fall (usually October). Availability for these weekends is required.

Compensation:

$3,000 - $5,000

Learn More and Apply Here: Assistant Robotics Coach

Updated January 22, 2026

Holy Names Academy Mission

Holy Names Academy inspires young women of diverse beliefs and backgrounds to excel in life with confidence and courage, to think critically, act with purpose, advocate for justice, serve with compassion, and lead with integrity.

About Holy Names Academy

Holy Names Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school founded in 1880 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. The school offers excellent academic, arts, athletic, spiritual, and leadership programs that promote the development of the whole person in an environment of inclusion, collaboration, and community.

The school was named one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces” by the Puget Sound Business Journal and was the 1st-place winner among nonprofit companies in “Washington’s 100 Best Companies to Work For” by Seattle Business magazine.

HNA students are sought by the nation’s most selective colleges and universities; 72% of the Class of 2025 received entrance honors and academic scholarships—collectively valued at $32 million. More than 11,500 young women have graduated from Holy Names Academy, and today, its alumnae serve their communities around the world, professionally and personally.