Careers at Admiral Farragut Academy

Admiral Farragut Academy, a St. Petersburg, FL K-12 independent, day and boarding school with 475 students and 110 employees seeks a passionate full-time President and Head of School. The person in this position leads all aspects of Admiral Farragut Academy’s operations and overall administration with an emphasis on strategic goals, continual growth, financial stability, student success, and employee engagement. The President and Head of School is the primary administrator and chief educator of the school and as such bears ultimate responsibility for all students, employees, programs, policies, and the cultural, financial, academic, and business health of Admiral Farragut Academy. 

Professional Experience:

• 8-10 years of senior administrative leadership experience serving K-12 schools, including independent schools. Professional experience in a boarding school environment is preferred.
• Ability to lead and inspire innovation at all levels of an organization
• Understanding of academic best practices, including 21^st Century Learning
• Demonstrated results in strengthening academics and co-curriculars for K-12 students 
• Experience in developing, managing, and executing a strategic plan
• Strong financial acumen and management oversight
• Easy ability to speak in public and interact positively in a variety of professional and educational settings with adults and children 
• Clear commitment to timely communication and robust collaboration throughout the organization
• Ability to lead Farragut’s mission of providing a college preparatory environment that promotes academic excellence, leadership skills, and character and social development within a diverse community of students

Education:

Master’s degree in education, school administration or a related field from a college or university that is accredited by a regional accrediting body for degree-granting institutions of higher education.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be acceptable in lieu of those requirements listed above.

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

Admiral Farragut Academy seeks a passionate full-time Advanced English Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.  A Master’s degree in English is required. A minimum of 4 years of experience teaching advanced-level classes in 11th-12th grades or at the college level is required; FL Teaching Certification preferred. Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen required.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Admiral Farragut Academy is seeking a highly motivated, professional, energetic, certified Senior Naval Science Instructor (retired USN or USMC commissioned officer in grades O4 through O6).   The NJROTC program is 172 strong, and growing.  Two NSI’s will report to the SNSI.  The SNSI reports to the Commandant.  Experience in JROTC and Drill/Color Guard highly preferred; experience in a private school setting and/or a residence life situation a plus.  The SNSI Applicant must be willing to work after school, evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary to support the many unit events and activities, as well as school and community events. The program is well established with a deep and rich naval heritage and enjoys excellent support from the Area Manager, and Academy administration. Our unit is involved in multiple facets of NJROTC including Drill Team, Color Guard, Orienteering, Sailing, Athletics, Academics, and community service. Primary duties will include classroom instruction, coaching Drill Team and Color Guard, overseeing the fitness program, mentoring cadets, and program administration and management.  This is a 12-month position at Navy MIP plus annual raises and performance based bonuses.

*Other Requirements Include:
– Ability to pass a Department of Justice fingerprint clearance & drug screen
– Valid FL driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire date), and a clean driving record
– Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
– Valid CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to become certified within 30 days of hire date)

Admiral Farragut Academy is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance tasks and assist the Senior Maintenance Technicians in one or more fields (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, etc.). Performs general cleaning and other tasks as assigned.

Essential Functions Include:
Drywall/Plaster repair and painting
Furniture assembly and relocation
Changing lights and/or fixtures
Minor electrical repairs
Minor HVAC diagnostics, repair, and maintenance
Plumbing repairs, replacements, installation
Carpentry repairs and installations
Repair, maintain/monitor all assets (tools, vehicles, machinery)
Make ready all classrooms, offices, dorms, and auditorium as needed
On-call maintenance for all facilities, scheduled rotations
Maintain exterior property, including the exterior of buildings and groundskeeping needs
Assist with events and performances as needed
Perform daily trash removal, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming, and other janitorial duties as needed
Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Education and Work Experience Requirements:
High school education or equivalent desired
1 year of facilities maintenance experience
Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Ability to use technology for work orders and various maintenance needs
Must be able to assist and learn from senior maintenance technicians
Must demonstrate strong cooperation, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
Must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
Ability to push/lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to climb ladders
Bending at the waist, sitting, kneeling, climbing, walking, crouching as required
Ability to safely operate tools and equipment used by the maintenance department
Ability to work in extreme temperatures
Working in high noise level environments requiring hearing protection
Working around lubricants, solvents, batteries, cleaning fluids, paints

Admiral Farragut Academy seeks a passionate full-time Kindergarten Teacher for our Lower School. The position is for the 2022-2023 school year.  A Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education/Teaching is required; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.  A minimum of 4 years’ experience teaching in Elementary school, preferably Kindergarten is required; FL Teaching Certification preferred. Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen required.

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