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Careers at GPS

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at Girls Preparatory School. We are committed to finding educators and staff who have excellent credentials and who are dedicated to educating girls and supporting girls’ education.

If you have questions about careers at GPS or need assistance, please contact Kimberly Reid by email or phone at 423.634.7651.


Open Positions

Faculty + Staff Positions

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  • + Bus Driver

    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 510 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 is looking for an experienced school bus driver for transporting students to and from GPS, following a preplanned route according to a defined time schedule through-out the school year. May include driving in the mornings, afternoons and evenings. Work will follow the school’s academic calendar. Due to this, work hours will be reduced during school closures/breaks (Summer Break, Fall Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, Holidays, etc).
     
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Reporting to the Transportation Manager:
    • Drive safely along designated routes.
    • Obey traffic laws, safety procedures, and transit regulations.
    • Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations.
    • Follow a specific timetable while on duty.
    • Assist passengers with disabilities in getting on the bus.
    • Prevent or stop unruly behavior from passengers.
    • Communicate with passengers and employers regarding delays or any issues along a route.
    • Check the bus tires, lights, and oil when needed for essential maintenance.
     
    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Must possess Class B CDL
    • Must be at least 25 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent
    • Must have experience as a bus driver
    • Must have clean commercial driving record, P endorsement, and no air break restrictions
     
     
     
    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. 

  • + Custodial Manager

    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, approximately 130 faculty and staff serve approximately 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 

    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world. 

    Faculty support each student in a learner-centered and collaborative culture that is aligned with our mission, vision, and values.

    Furthermore, faculty and staff are expected to understand and embody our tenets of excellence.

    Essential Functions
    • Plan, schedule, assign, and supervise the activities of custodial staff. 
    • Manage inspection protocols and individual performance evaluations to maximize quality and efficiency of all team members.
    • Instructs all employees in the proper methods and use of materials and equipment for safe and efficient work performance.
    • Review team’s time cards and monitor absences, reassigning work as necessary.
    • Supervises and performs regular maintenance of equipment; makes repairs within abilities.
    • Request and purchase supplies as needed, within budget guidelines.
    • Responds to and takes appropriate actions in the event of emergency or critical incidents to resolve, confine or prevent potentially injurious or hazardous conditions.
    • Complete housekeeping duties in specified area(s) and as backup to absent colleagues.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED is preferred
    • At least four years of experience in custodial services. Supervisory experience, including knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment and supplies, is preferred.
    • Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
    • Knowledge of O.S.H.A. requirements and the ability to routinely follow those guidelines and requirements.
    • Basic computer skills and the ability to use a work order system.

    Physical Requirements and Work Environment
    • Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
    • Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, disease, pathogenic substances and toxic/poisonous agents.

    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.

    Click here to apply.

  • + IT Systems Administrator

    Position Title: IT Systems Administrator
    Date Modified: January 15, 2025
    FLSA Classification: Exempt
    Reports to: Director of Information Technology
    Position Purpose: Primary support for campus network and server infrastructure

    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, 130 faculty and staff serve approximately 505 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 
     
    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world.

    Position Summary
    The IT Systems Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the IT system infrastructure needed to support the academic and administrative requirements of the school. 
     
    Essential Job Functions:

    • Administration of local and cloud-based network systems, including servers, switches, firewalls, VOIP, surveillance, access control, and backup systems.
    • Maintain active directory, Azure/Google SSO integrations, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace; create and manage accounts, security groups and email accounts.
    • Install, terminate and test twisted-pair & fiber optic cabling in accordance with ISO/IEC 11801.
    • As tier-3 help desk support, install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair Apple and Microsoft based hardware and software in a networked environment.
    • Train and provide troubleshooting procedures to help desk and technology integrationist for first-line network issues.
    • Create learning resources for faculty, staff and students.
    • Develop and maintain disaster recovery procedures for servers and network systems.
    • Participate in appropriate PD and obtain relevant certifications when requested.
    • Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of IT or CFO/COO.

    Qualifications:
    • Strong communication and organizational skills, detail- and customer-oriented, fast paced, able to prioritize and multitask.
    • Ability to troubleshoot, define problems, and recommend or implement appropriate solutions. 
    • Understand the OSI (Open Systems Interconnect) model and network protocols.
    • Ability to participate in after-hours upgrades, troubleshooting, and/or on-call availability as needed.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in managing a network, hardware and software.
    • Minimum of an associate’s degree or professional certifications in a related field preferred.
    • 3 to 5 years experience as a network administrator or equivalent training and experience; demonstrated commitment to stay current.
    Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
    • Ability to lift heavy (up to 50 lbs.) of equipment.
    • Crawl under or around furniture to install computer equipment.
    • Climb ladders and reach to install computer wiring and perform other tasks.
    • Works in standard office conditions and climate.
    • GPS is a non-smoking environment.

    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.

    Click here to apply.

  • + Middle School Science Teacher

    Middle School Science Teacher
    Girls Preparatory School
    Chattanooga, Tennessee


    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, 120 faculty and staff serve approximately 500 girls in grades six–12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 

    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world. 

    Faculty support each student in a learner-centered and collaborative culture that is aligned with our mission, vision, and values. Furthermore, faculty and staff are expected to understand and embody our tenets of excellence.

    Teaching Position Summary
    With some flexibility for staffing assignments, Girls Preparatory School seeks an excellent teacher who is excited to take a learner-centered approach to engaging, supporting, and challenging GPS students within our STEM department. We are particularly interested in a candidate who is excited to teach middle school science. The current opening is for a 6th grade Earth Science teacher, though candidates with the versatility to extend into other STEM courses and levels will be considered an asset in our hiring process.

    Our faculty strives to create personalized class environments that are responsive to girls’ academic and individual needs. Being a teacher at GPS means working in an inclusive team setting where shared ideas and constructive feedback are the fabric of our faculty culture. We seek a teacher whose daily instructional plans and broader curricular design are authentic, equitable, competency-based, and reflective of 21st-century learning best practices. Through high engagement, interdisciplinary connections, and learning activities that build critical thinking and problem-solving in students, the teacher in this role will offer a vibrant and relational experience for GPS students.  

    Teaching Duties and Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Division Head(s) and the STEM Department Chair, the person in this role will:
    • Teach middle school science classes using a learner-centered approach; 
    • Design and maintain a classroom environment that supports girls’ academic and personal growth;
    • Plan, develop, and execute lessons that reflect our broader curriculum and adapt to the needs of students as they progress;
    • Establish effective rapport with students within a supportive and equitable classroom culture;
    • Implement a variety of learner-centered pedagogical approaches to instruction and assessment;
    • Evaluate and communicate student progress; 
    • Demonstrate knowledge of best practices in differentiated instruction;
    • Collaborate with learning support specialists in order to meet the needs of students with learning differences;
    • Serve as an advisor to a group of 10-12 students;
    • Contribute to school life by sponsoring a club, offering an after-school activity, coaching, or some other method based on faculty interest; 
    • Attend and participate in departmental and conference meetings, committing to professional development and the professional life of the faculty; and
    • Use outstanding and varied written and verbal communication skills to partner with students, families, and colleagues.

    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree required;
    • Master’s and/or doctoral degree in a relevant discipline preferred;
    • Three to five years of teaching experience in a STEM discipline preferred; and
    • Girls Preparatory School is committed to employing only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

    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.

    Click here to apply. 

  • + Middle/Upper School Art Teacher

    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, 130 faculty and staff serve approximately 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 

    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world. 

    Faculty support each student in a learner-centered and collaborative culture aligned with our mission, vision, and values. Furthermore, faculty and staff are expected to understand and embody our tenets of excellence.

    Teaching Position Summary
    Girls Preparatory School seeks an instructor to join our visual and performing arts department as a visual arts teacher. The educator who fills this role should be a skilled and passionate visual arts educator, adept at teaching a range of traditional and contemporary techniques while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Through learner-centered practices and an interdisciplinary approach, this teacher will support our students’ growth in both course objectives and broader competencies in our Profile of a Graduate. 

    The exemplary teaching candidate should demonstrate a strong educational and academic understanding of various artistic media and a passion for inspiring creativity in students. They will have experience in designing and executing an arts curriculum with interdisciplinary connections and varied, learner-centered pedagogical methods. A preference will be given to candidates who bring deep qualifications, such as experience with a wide variety of media or teaching AP courses/college portfolio courses.

    While our teaching assignments can change based on school needs and faculty interest, the selected teacher will most likely teach both middle and upper school courses in 2025-26. Foundational visual art courses are offered in each year of middle school.  In upper school, courses are offered in foundations of art, drawing, printmaking, painting, sculpture, and ceramics, as well as several AP/college portfolio courses.

    Teaching Duties and Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Division Heads and the Director of Fine & Performing Arts, the person in this role will
    • Maintain a commitment to learner-centered, inclusive, and interdisciplinary learning, connecting art to broader cultural and academic contexts;
    • Create a supportive studio environment that encourages artistic risk-taking and personal expression; supports girls’ artistic, academic and personal growth; and is characterized by rapport with students within an equitable classroom culture;
    • Plan, develop, and execute lessons that reflect our broader curriculum and adapt to the needs of students as they progress;
    • Demonstrate expertise in utilizing varied, engaging pedagogical techniques;
    • Evaluate and communicate student progress; 
    • Demonstrate knowledge of best practices in differentiated instruction;
    • Collaborate with learning support specialists in order to meet the needs of students with learning differences;
    • Serve as an advisor to a group of 10-12 students;
    • Contribute to school life by sponsoring a club, offering an after-school activity, coaching, or some other method based on faculty interest; 
    • Attend and participate in departmental and conference meetings, committing to professional growth and the professional life of the faculty; and
    • Use outstanding and varied written and verbal communication skills to partner with students, families, and colleagues.

    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree in visual art or other related field required;
    • Graduate degree in visual art or related field preferred;
    • At least three years of teaching experience at the secondary or postsecondary levels preferred; and
    • Girls Preparatory School is committed to employing only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

    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.

    Click here to apply.

  • + Middle/Upper School Spanish Teacher

    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, 130 faculty and staff serve approximately 500 girls in grades six through 12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 

    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world. 

    Faculty support each student in a learner-centered and collaborative culture that is aligned with our mission, vision, and values. Furthermore, faculty and staff are expected to understand and embody our tenets of excellence.

    Teaching Position Summary
    Girls Preparatory School seeks an excellent teacher who is excited to take a learner-centered approach to engaging, supporting, and challenging GPS students in Spanish classes within our Humanities department. The ideal candidate will be able to teach beginning level Spanish through Advanced Placement.

    Our faculty strives to create personalized class environments that are responsive to girls’ academic and individual needs. Being a teacher at GPS means working in an inclusive team setting, where shared ideas and constructive feedback are the fabric of our faculty culture. We seek a teacher whose daily instructional plans and broader curricular design are authentic, equitable, competency-based, and reflective of 21st-century learning best practices. Through high engagement, interdisciplinary connections, and learning activities that build critical thinking and problem-solving in students, the teacher in this role will offer a vibrant and relational experience for GPS students.

    Teaching Duties and Responsibilities
    Reporting to the Division Heads, World Languages faculty are expected to
    • Design and maintain a classroom environment that supports girls’ academic and personal growth;
    • Plan, develop, and execute lessons that reflect the World Languages curriculum and adapt to the needs of students as they progress;
    • Establish effective rapport with students within a supportive and equitable classroom culture;
    • Implement a variety of learner-centered pedagogical approaches to instruction and assessment;
    • Evaluate and communicate student progress; 
    • Differentiate instruction to support varied learners;
    • Collaborate with learning support specialists in order to meet the needs of students with learning differences;
    • Serve as an advisor to a group of 10–12 students;
    • Contribute to school life by sponsoring a club, offering an after-school activity, coaching, or some other method based on faculty interest; 
    • Attend and participate in departmental and conference meetings, committing to professional development and the professional life of the faculty; and
    • Use outstanding and varied written and verbal communication skills to partner with students, families, and colleagues.
    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, education, or related field required;
    • Advanced degree in a relevant discipline preferred;
    • Two to five years of world language teaching experience preferred; and
    • Girls Preparatory School is committed to employing only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
    Click here to apply.

    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.

  • + Housekeeper

    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, 120 faculty and staff serve 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of humanities, arts, and STEM courses, and cocurricular programs of leadership development, athletics, performing arts, and community engagement.
     
    POSITION SUMMARY:  The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the school. The Housekeeper is responsible for an area and will be expected to clean to the frequency and standard set. Full-time and part-time work available. 
     
    REPORTS TO:  Custodial Manager
     
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas so that health standards are met.
    • Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
    • Empty wastebaskets, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
    • Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
    • Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors, using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
    • Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
    • Perform other duties as directed.
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
    • Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation products, techniques and method
    • Working knowledge of operating cleaning equipment
    • Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel and bend
    • Ability to lift, push and pull required load (usually about 30lbs to 50lbs)
     
    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. 

Coaching Positions

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  • + Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach

    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 6000 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.

    ATHLETICS AT GPS:
    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 every day 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.  

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision for the Middle School Volleyball 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 student-athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter (addressed to Director of Athletics, Allie Tennyson), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document.
     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in volleyball, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members. 
    • Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletics excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline. 
    • Assists with plans, 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. Supports and advocates the school’s belief in the value of multi-sport participation.
    • 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. 
    • Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all TSSAA policies, rules and procedures. Studies and upholds department and school policy outlined in the GPS Coaches’ Handbook.
    • Communicates and 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.

    Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s Degree Expected
    • A minimum of two (2) years coaching secondary volleyball, preferably female student-athletes.
    • Knowledge of NFHS and TSSAA Rules for volleyball.
    • Demonstrated commitment to building cultural competencies and empowering students to engage across differences.


    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.

    Click here to apply.

  • + Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach

    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 6000 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.

    ATHLETICS AT GPS
    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 every day 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 levels. GPS has a proud athletic history with 61 state championships won in 15 total varsity sports.  

    POSITION SUMMARY
    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. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter (addressed to Director of Athletics, Allie Tennyson), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document.
     
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • 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. 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, parent,s and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner. Professionally represents Girls Preparatory School at all times.
     
    Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s Degree Required
    • A minimum of two (2) years coaching secondary Soccer preferably female student athletes.
    • Knowledge of NFHS and TSSAA Rules for Soccer.
    • Demonstrated commitment to building cultural competencies and empowering students to engage across differences.
    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, 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.

    Click here to apply.

  • + Head Middle School Volleyball Coach

    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 6000 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.

    ATHLETICS AT GPS:
    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 every day 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.  

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    The successful candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision for the Middle School Volleyball 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 student-athletes, so they achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter (addressed to Director of Athletics, Allie Tennyson), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document.
     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Instructs and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in volleyball, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members. 
    • Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletics excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline. 
    • Plans and sets up activities, practices, and interscholastic contests. Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules. 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. Supports and advocates the school’s belief in the value of multi-sport participation.
    • 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. 
    • Works closely with the athletic director and head varsity volleyball coach in preparing practice and game schedules, purchasing equipment and supplies, and collecting necessary medical forms. Monitors sustainable budgetary practices for the sport. Notifies the Athletic Director of facility needs or improvements in a timely manner.
    • Maintains appropriate certifications and training as required. Follows and maintains knowledge of all TSSAA policies, rules and procedures. Studies and upholds department and school policy outlined in the GPS Coaches’ Handbook.
    • Communicates and 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.

    Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s Degree Expected
    • A minimum of two (2) years coaching secondary volleyball, preferably female student-athletes.
    • Knowledge of NFHS and TSSAA Rules for volleyball.
    • Demonstrated commitment to building cultural competencies and empowering students to engage across differences.
    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.

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  • + Head Varsity Basketball Coach

    Head Varsity Basketball Coach (full-time)
    Girls Preparatory School
    Chattanooga, Tennessee


    To Apply: Please submit in a single PDF with the following: your resume, and a cover letter expressing your interest in the coaching role, GPS, and Chattanooga. In the cover letter, please include a specific statement regarding the full-time position(s) you would like to be considered for in tandem with the Head Varsity Basketball Coach position, and please address your fit and interest in the position(s) you’ve indicated.

    About Girls Preparatory School
    The mission of Girls Preparatory School (GPS) is to inspire 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. Currently, 130 faculty and staff serve approximately 500 girls in grades 6-12 with a college preparatory curriculum that includes a full complement of courses in the humanities, STEM, the arts, and more, as well as a rich and varied cocurricular program. 

    GPS prioritizes healthy connections and relationships, fostering a culture where each girl is known, heard, and empowered to use her voice. This culture of acceptance and belonging nurtures and lifts her up in mind, body, and spirit so that she can find her place and discover her potential with confidence and joy for dynamic engagement in a rapidly changing world. 

    Faculty support each student in a learner-centered and collaborative culture that is aligned with our mission, vision, and values. Furthermore, faculty and staff are expected to understand and embody our tenets of excellence.

    Position Summary
    Girls Preparatory School seeks a passionate coaching professional who will lead our competitive basketball program and serve as the Head Varsity Coach. In order for the position to be full-time, it will be combined with another vacant full-time role at the school that aligns with the candidate’s skill set. Current opportunities include a role in the admissions office, Athletics Operations & Social Media Coordinator, Art Teacher, IT Administrator, Science Teacher, and possibly other positions that will be added to our careers page as they become available. We welcome applications from qualified basketball coaches with an array of experiences that are transferable to an independent school setting.

    Duties & Responsibilities
    As a member of the athletic department, the ideal candidate will show the ability to provide leadership, organization, and supervision for the entire sixth- through 12th-grade basketball program in a manner that aligns with the mission of the broader 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. 

    Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Strategic Partnerships, the person in this role will:

    • Have a comprehensive understanding of running a sixth- through 12th-grade basketball program and value the development of middle school players to progress through and impact our varsity program;
    • Instruct and demonstrate the skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in basketball, aiding the educational and individual growth of team members;
    • Implement and maintain a standard of performance consistent with the institution’s goals of athletic excellence while supporting the school’s standards for academic and personal discipline; 
    • Plan and set up activities, practices, and interscholastic contests;
    • Develop appropriate training programs and practice schedules and travel with student-athletes on the team bus to and from all games;
    • Enforce discipline policies, emphasize good sportsmanship in word and behavior, and advocate healthy lifestyles;
    • Support and advocate the school’s belief in the value of multi-sport participation;
    • Maintain a safe environment for all student athletes at all times;
    • Work closely with the Director of Athletics and Strategic Partnerships and the Associate Athletic Director for Operations in preparing practice and game schedules; purchasing uniforms, equipment and supplies; and collecting necessary medical forms; 
    • Monitor sustainable budgetary practices for the sport and notify the Director of Facilities for needs or improvements as soon as possible;
    • Maintain appropriate certifications and training as required; 
    • Follow and maintain knowledge of all TSSAA policies, rules, and procedures;
    • Inform local media of scores, stats, and stories related to the program;
    • Assist in the recruitment of student-athletes with aspirations of participating in college; and 
    • Interact thoughtfully and courteously with all students, staff, parents and officials and resolve conflict in a professional manner,  professionally representing Girls Preparatory School at all times.

    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree required;
    • At least five years working as a basketball coach in a school, club, and/or college environment; and
    • Girls Preparatory School is committed to employing only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

    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.

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  • + Head Varsity Volleyball Coach

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Girls Preparatory School is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. 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.

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