Employment Opportunities

Mission Statement

Bishop Dunne Catholic School empowers each student to explore, inquire, lead, and serve through a college preparatory education in a joyful community of faith.

Vision Statement

Inspiring future leaders to innovate and serve by delivering the best Catholic education to the students of North Texas. 

Reports to: Director of External Relations

Direct Reports: Assistant Director-Advancement; Manager of Donor Relations; Database Manager

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks a Director of Development and Alumni Relations who will oversee all fund-raising efforts of the school. The Director is responsible for alumni engagement efforts, including events and fund-raising.  Bishop Dunne raises over $1 million per year to support the operations of the school, especially for tuition assistance, from parents, alumni, and philanthropists who support Catholic education.   

Bishop Dunne is the only Catholic diocesan school in Dallas that enrolls students in grades six through twelve.  The Bishop Dunne student body mirrors the diversity of Dallas, with over 75% identifying as students of color, and approximately half the students are Catholic. During the past year, with the help of the consultants at Track 15, Bishop Dunne has revised its giving programs, moving away from reliance on a single large gala. The Director of Development and Alumni Relations will develop strategies that build on this work and inspire donors to support Catholic education in the Southern sector of Dallas. The Director will work with the President and the advancement team articulating the vision, building relationships, and engaging with donors to ensure they are cultivated, embraced, and thoroughly informed about Bishop Dunne.

The Bishop Dunne Board, with input from members of the school community, has recently completed a bold new Strategic Plan that will guide us through 2025. The school also recently commissioned a Growth and Sustainability Study to help develop plans for the future. 

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred; experience in development and fund-raising at a non-profit.  Experience with Catholic education would be a plus.  Significant leadership experience in development with understanding of best practices, innovative and engaging programs, and data analytics is desired.

 Special Knowledge/Skills:

·         Deep appreciation for and knowledge of the value of Catholic education. 

·         Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of, diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools.

·         Warm and engaging presence, with ability to build relationships, develop volunteer networks, and connect with and inspire a variety of people.

·         Exceptional communication skills and the ability to inspire confidence when working with all constituents.

·        Ability to raise awareness of Bishop Dunne Catholic School in order to raise funds for designated programs and projects.

·         A strategic mindset to organize and implement a development plan that is aligned with the Strategic Plan.   

·        Ability to organize, execute and grow the Dunne Together annual fund program.

·         Ability to plan, promote, and execute innovative special events to promote community relations and thank donors.

·         Ability to organize and plan specific alumni events such as Alumni Homecoming Party, Young Alumni Party, Alumni Golf Tournament, and Alumni Family Picnic.

·         Ability to coordinate with class leaders on Alumni Reunions and coordinate events on campus.

·         Experience writing successful grant requests to foundations and corporations for designated projects and programs.

·        Ability to oversee the management of the database.

·        Experience developing programs to connect donors with students receiving tuition assistance.

 

The Director of Development and Alumni Relations will:

·        Work with the business office to track donations and how they support the programs at the school.

·         Work with the Advancement Committee of the Board of Directors.

·         Assist the President and Chief Financial Officer in preparing reports on finances, donations and giving.

·         Support the fund-raising efforts associated with GeoTech and the Literary Festival.

·         Successfully manage the development staff and work collaboratively with others in the school community.

·        Attend networking events and keep abreast of advancement opportunities and trends.

·         Successfully complete Safe Environment and all background checks.

·         Complete all other duties as assigned by the President.

The ideal candidate:

·         Will be proficient in using donor development and fundraising database software (Bishop Dunne currently uses Sustain)

·         Will be a CFRE or working towards obtaining his/her CFRE.

 

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to furnish a letter of intent, current resume, and the names/contact information of 3 professional references. The letter of intent should average one page long, and no more than two, and address your experience and key successes in the areas of development, building relationships and fund raising.

Please email the materials to Ms. Anna Lee Friesen, HR Director (hr@bdcs.org).

Bishop Dunne Catholic School provides a competitive benefits plan to eligible employees. The salary is commensurate with experience.

 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School:  Director of College Guidance 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks a Director of College Guidance starting as soon as possible. The director is a member of the guidance team, focusing on the college process.  To keep our community safe, Bishop Dunne has a mask mandate for all indoor activities. 

Mission Statement 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School empowers each student to explore, inquire, lead, and serve through a college preparatory education in a joyful community of faith. 

Bishop Dunne is the only Catholic diocesan school that enrolls students in grades six through twelve.  The Bishop Dunne student body mirrors the diversity of Dallas, with over 75% identifying as students of color, and approximately half the students are Catholic. The Seven-Year Advantage allows us to support students and their families over a longer period of time, so they are well prepared for college.    

Nearly 99% of our students will attend college.  The majority of the students will stay in Texas.  They attend both private and public colleges and universities.  In most years, a quarter of the students will go out-of-state, many to highly selective schools.  Over 75% of students regularly earn significant financial aid and scholarships.  This assistance is an important component of their college decision-making process.   

Reports to: Dean of Students    

Education/Experience Required:  Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred; possess the credentials to teach; experience in either college admissions or college guidance. Strong technology skills and familiarity with learning management systems; scheduling experience. 

FLSA Status: Professional - Exempt 

General Duties:  Educating students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing; advising and supporting students and families as they go through the process; and helping students and families aspire realistically and choose wisely. 

Specific Duties: 

The College Guidance Director is responsible for: 

• Meeting with juniors and seniors, individually and in groups, to talk about the process and individual college choices;   

• Creating a climate of college readiness for all students from 6th grade to 12th grade; 

• Organizing college campus visits for freshmen and sophomore classes; 

• Working with international students on their immigration process and helping them understand US college admissions, especially aspects unique to them; 

• Meeting with all college admissions representatives who visit campus and facilitating meetings between college representatives and students;   

• Serving as a liaison with college admissions offices throughout the year and attending informational meetings hosted by colleges and universities; 

• Overseeing and organizing College Ready Academy for first generation students and families;  

• Pursue and publicize scholarship opportunities for students; 

• Assisting in organizing and maintaining the college guidance website; 

• Creating the annual Profile of the School; 

• Making informational presentations and planning the annual school College Fair, Financial Aid workshops, Application Nights, and Senior Awards Ceremony;  

• Organizing parent evenings and parent breakfasts for education on college preparation; 

• Preparing an official school recommendation for each senior who requests one, gathering information from parents, teachers, school records, and students themselves;   

• Completing all School Reports and mid-year report forms requested by colleges, including evaluations of students; generating and submitting all transcripts related to college admission and scholarships; 

• Informing parents through the school newsletter and by updating information on SCOIR, about test dates, local college events, and financial aid; 

• Acting as the lead advisor to the senior class as a whole and advising many individual seniors each year, providing academic and personal counseling; acting as senior class leader for faculty meetings;  

• Working with the senior class on class events, such as acting as a chaperone at retreat and prom, and attending class meetings for students and/or faculty;  

• Keeping track of admission decisions, statistics, and creating reports for Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, and President upon request; 

• Working on the quarterly grade reports and sending those to school families;  

• Remaining aware of issues and trends in college admission, higher education, testing, as well as keeping up to date about specific colleges and maintaining membership in professional organizations such as the Texas Association of College Admissions Counselors; 

• Attending professional development trainings and presentations geared towards enhancing professional growth; 

• Maintaining and disseminating information about standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL; 

• Organizing AP testing and staffing of exams; 

• Offering an ACT/SAT Prep Course that helps students prepare for tests and gives them an understanding of the impact of tests on college admission;  

• Gathering information about the school Valedictorian and Salutatorian; 

• Working with the communications director to publicize the accomplishments of the senior class through social media; 

• Completing all other duties as assigned by supervisor and president.   

How to Apply: 

Qualified applicants are encouraged to furnish a current resume, transcripts and the names/contact information of 3 professional references.  

Please email the materials to Ms. Anna Lee Friesen, HR Director (hr@bdcs.org). 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School provides a competitive benefits plan to eligible employees. The salary is commensurate with experience. 

 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks a dynamic Manager of Donor Relations responsible for administrative operations of the development department, including donor cultivation and stewardship activities, gift processing, donor acknowledgment, and the planning of strategic alumni, faculty and staff engagement initiatives.  To keep our community safe, Bishop Dunne has a mask mandate for all indoor activities. 

General Duties:  The Manager of Donor Relations will manage the recognition, cultivation, and solicitation process of all individual donors, alumni, and sponsors. The Manager of Donor Relations will support the Development Team to ensure that all solicitation pieces, sponsorship packets, and other advancement-related materials are properly developed, created and distributed in a timely and appropriate manner. The Manager of Donor Relations will also organize, arrange and prepare for meetings, site-visits, and other fundraising events as well as act as Project Manager for campaigns as directed by Director of External Relations. This role will also support the donor Database Administrator to reconcile discrepancies and to ensure the database (Sustain) is current and will support queries on a timely, regular basis.

Reports to: Director of Development and Alumni Relations

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of five years of experience in development or alumni relations with demonstrated accomplishment in fostering productive relationships with volunteers and/or donors.

FLSA Status: Professional - Exempt 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Extensive knowledge (conceptual and operationally) of marketing concepts and mass email campaigns.
• Knowledge of donor database software
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employee, donor, funder, and constituent information.
• Highly organized, self-sufficient, and able to manage time and multiple projects on deadline, combined with skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve department goals.
• Attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills, and data-driven thinking a must.
• Experience with data entry, reconciliation, and analyzing a compilation of numerical data for financial reporting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in composition and proofreading including good command of English grammar and spelling.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse group of fellow team members, executives, managers, external groups and subject matter experts.
• The demonstrated ability to strategize, implement and build programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.

Specific Duties:

• Establish and build relationships with a wide range of alumni, locally, regionally, and nationally; maintain regular communication with alumni. Implement ongoing alumni communications utilizing an array of platforms including email, social media, web presence, print and other outlets; remain up to date on current methods and innovations to effectively communicate with alumni.
• Develop campus partnerships and coordinate faculty/staff giving campaigns (North Texas Giving Day, Dunne Together, etc.)
• Collaborate closely within alumni and annual giving programming team to increase support from alumni; routinely identify and qualify alumni prospects for gifts; communicate development-related activities via written contact reports filed in donor database.
• Process donations and prepare acknowledgement letters and other correspondence.
• Assist with preliminary research on prospective corporate foundation and individual donors, as needed and understand the fundraising cycle for donors
• Supports the donor Database Administrator to reconcile discrepancies and to ensure the database (Sustain) is current and will support queries on a timely, regular basis.
• Create donors appeal letters and other correspondence
• Maintain guest lists, gather, and prepare registration materials and other duties as assigned for fundraising events
• Provide all administrative details associated with development-related meetings (i.e. prepare and distribute notices, agendas, minutes, etc.)
• Manage development team in ensuring a quality stewardship and cultivation program with proper acknowledgment through appropriate means and correspondences, plaques, receptions, and donor appreciation activities
• Provide regular standing reports and ad hoc reports as needed
• Support Board committees as requested
• Abide by all policies as outlined in the Catholic Schools Office Handbook of Policies and Procedures for Elementary and Secondary Schools and the BDCS Faculty and Staff Policies and Procedures
• Complete all other duties as assigned by the President, Director of External Relations, and Director of Development

How to Apply: 

Qualified applicants are encouraged to furnish a current resume, transcripts and the names/contact information of 3 professional references.  

Please email the materials to Ms. Anna Lee Friesen, HR Director (hr@bdcs.org). 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School provides a competitive benefits plan to eligible employees. The salary is commensurate with experience. 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks to hire a Head High School Softball Coach who will advance the mission of the school, mentor and help develop student-athletes as softball players and women, and be a positive participant in the school culture, including advancing the Catholic identity of the school, and develop positive relationships with school colleagues and administration.  The part-time, stipend paid position will be for the 2021-2022 Academic Year.

Successful Head High School Softball Coach Candidates will:

·         Promote a culture that reflects the core values of Bishop Dunne Catholic School:  caring, dedicated, faithful;

·         Possess a superior knowledge of the sport of Girls’ Softball including, but not limited to, knowledge of training and conditioning techniques and the ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities;  

·         Actively promote and increase the competitiveness of the softball program at Bishop Dunne;

·         Oversee a program of student formation in the athletic department that engenders responsibility, respect, and compassion;

·         Have the ability to work collaboratively with student-athletes, faculty, parents, alumni, and administrators;

·         Commitment to a culture of excellence;

·         Possess and maintain a moral character that is consistent with being a positive role model for students;

·         Be a positive and effective communicator;

·         Complete National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) Fundamentals of Coaching Course;

·         Complete annual NFHS Concussions in Sports Course;

·         Experience playing softball at the high school level or above preferred;

·         Have 2-3 years of Head High School Coaching experience, or at least 3 years coaching experience at an Assistant level;

·         Teaching certificate, a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities include:

• Organize and plan in-season and off-season training;
• Schedule all non-district, district and tournament games
• Supervise players, assistant coaches and volunteers at all team events (games, practices, road trips, meetings, etc.);
• Provide basic medical treatment for not life-threatening injuries. Be able to execute emergency plan for athletic facilities;
• Attend Athletic Department Coaches Training;
• Maintain annual TAPPS S.C.O.P.E. training;
• Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification, as well as Safe Environment Training.

All candidates must be able to pass background checks and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program.

Qualified candidates, please send a resume to Anna Lee Friesen, Human Resources, at hr@bdcs.org.

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks to hire a Head High School Tennis Coach who will advance the mission of the school, mentor and help develop student-athletes as Tennis players and men and women, and be a positive participant in the school culture, including advancing the Catholic identity of the school, and develop positive relationships with school colleagues and administration.  The part-time, stipend paid position will be for the 2021-2022 Academic Year.

Successful Head High School Tennis Coach Candidates will:

·         Promote a culture that reflects the core values of Bishop Dunne Catholic School:  caring, dedicated, faithful;

·         Possess a superior knowledge of the sport of Tennis including, but not limited to, knowledge of training and conditioning techniques and the ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities;  

·         Actively promote and increase the competitiveness of the tennis program at Bishop Dunne;

·         Oversee a program of student formation in the athletic department that engenders responsibility, respect, and compassion;

·         Have the ability to work collaboratively with student-athletes, faculty, parents, alumni, and administrators;

·         Commitment to a culture of excellence;

·         Possess and maintain a moral character that is consistent with being a positive role model for students;

·         Be a positive and effective communicator;

·         Complete National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) Fundamentals of Coaching Course;

·         Complete annual NFHS Concussions in Sports Course;

·         Experience playing softball at the high school level or above preferred;

·         Have 2-3 years of Head High School Coaching experience, or at least 3 years coaching experience at an Assistant level;

·         Teaching certificate, a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities include:

• Organize and plan in-season and off-season training;
• Schedule all non-district, district and tournament games
• Supervise players, assistant coaches and volunteers at all team events (games, practices, road trips, meetings, etc.);
• Provide basic medical treatment for not life-threatening injuries. Be able to execute emergency plan for athletic facilities;
• Attend Athletic Department Coaches Training;

·         Maintain annual TAPPS S.C.O.P.E. training;

·         Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification, as well as Safe Environment Training.

All candidates must be able to pass background checks and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program.

Qualified candidates, please send a resume to Anna Lee Friesen, Human Resources, at hr@bdcs.org.

Bishop Dunne Catholic School is seeking a Girls Assistant High School Soccer Coach. The part-time, stipend paid position will be for the 2021-2022 Academic Year.

 Education/Experience Requirements:

 ·         Have a minimum of 2-3 years coaching experience at an Assistant level;

·         Experience playing soccer at the high school level or above preferred:

·         Teaching certificate a plus, but not required.

·         Complete National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) Fundamentals of Coaching Course;

·         Complete annual NFHS Concussions in Sports Course;

·         Possess a superior knowledge of the sport of soccer including, but not limited to, knowledge of training and conditioning techniques and the ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities;  

Successful Girls Assistant High School Soccer Coach Candidates will:

·         Promote a culture that reflects the core values of Bishop Dunne Catholic School: caring, dedicated, faithful;

·         Actively promote and increase the competitiveness of the soccer program at Bishop Dunne;

·         Oversee a program of student formation in the athletic department that engenders responsibility, respect, and compassion;

·         Work collaboratively with student-athletes, faculty, parents, alumni, and administrators;

·         Commitment to a culture of excellence;

·         Possess and maintain a moral character that is consistent with being a positive role model for students;

·         Be a positive and effective communicator;

Responsibilities include:

• Organize and plan in-season and off-season training;
• Supervise players and volunteers at all team events (games, practices, road trips, meetings, etc.);
• Provide basic medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. Be able to execute emergency plan for athletic facilities;
• Attend Athletic Department Coaches Training;

·         Maintain annual TAPPS S.C.O.P.E. training;

·         Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification, as well as Safe Environment Training.

All candidates must be able to pass background checks and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program.

Qualified candidates, please send a resume to Anna Lee Friesen, Human Resources, at hr@bdcs.org.

Bishop Dunne Catholic School is seeking a part-time Bus Driver to work extra trips and routes, as needed, during the 2021-2022 school year. The position will be scheduled an average of 10-15 hours per week.  This position is ideal for a person seeking a flexible schedule and able to commit to evening and weekend hours.

General Duties:  Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route.  Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.

Experience and Education Required:

• High School Diploma
• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with P (Passenger) and S (School Bus) endorsements
• Minimum of 3-5 years bus driving experience preferred

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Satisfactory driving record
• Willing to complete requirements for the following, if not previously satisfied
  • Satisfactory results of a controlled substance test and criminal history check
  • Satisfactory completion of a DOT physical
  • Satisfactory completion of a bus driver safety course
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate the bus

Pay Rate: $20 per hour minimum.  Rates vary based on route. 

All candidates must be able to pass background checks and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program.

Qualified candidates please send cover letter, resume, and proof of CDL license to Anna Lee Friesen, Human Resources, at hr@bdcs.org.

Bishop Dunne Catholic School:  Spanish Teacher 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School seeks a Spanish Teacher starting as soon as possible. The teacher will be a member of the World Languages department.  To keep our community safe, Bishop Dunne has a mask mandate for all indoor activities. 

Mission Statement 

Bishop Dunne Catholic School empowers each student to explore, inquire, lead, and serve through a college preparatory education in a joyful community of faith. 

Bishop Dunne is the only Catholic diocesan school that enrolls students in grades six through twelve.  The Bishop Dunne student body mirrors the diversity of Dallas, with over 75% identifying as students of color, and approximately half the students are Catholic.  

General Duties:   

The mission of the Catholic school is to “Teach as Jesus did,” thereby mandating teachers in our schools to be reflections of Christ’s love and concern.   

Education/Experience Required:  

• A bachelor’s degree in Spanish from an accredited university  

• A valid Texas teaching certificate for grades 7-12 or a minimum of 12 hours of appropriate courses in education 

• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills 

• Strong interpersonal communications skills; competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization 

• Strong technology skills for use in instructional and professional tasks 

FLSA Classification: Exempt - Professional  

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., after school hours as required 

Reports to: Assistant Principal 

Job Requirements: 

The candidate will be a dedicated professional who understands the joys and demands of teaching and is able to design daily lessons that meet the goals of the classes, complete grading, maintain an advisory group and lead advisory group meetings, as well as perform all basic administrative duties (ex. maintain attendance records, accurate grade book, comment writing). Our teachers are fully engaged in the life of the school and inspire students to reach their potential.   

General Duties:  

The following Teacher Competencies are standards that are to be maintained: 

• Classroom Management 

• Instructional Proficiency 

• Professional Attitude and Performance 

• Professional Interaction 

• Professional Growth 

All candidates must be able to pass background checks and comply with the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment Program. 

Qualified candidates please send cover letter, resume and transcripts to Anna Lee Friesen, Human Resources, at hr@bdcs.org.