BUSINESS MANAGER/Director of finance

University High School of Indiana seeks a full-time Business Manager/Director of Finance to support all financial operations of the school. University is a vibrant and dynamic community of 360 students and 50 faculty and staff who work together daily in service of the school’s mission “to expand the hearts and minds of students and to nurture excellence through academic, creative, and physical achievement.” University has reached its enrollment capacity for each of the last several years while continuing to expand both racial and socioeconomic diversity within our student body.

The Business Manager/Director of Finance is responsible for all facets of the business office, as well as partnering with the administration on short and long-term financial planning for the school. Job duties include managing all aspects of the school’s budget (accounts payable and receivable), evaluating financial aid applications, preparing enrollment and employment contracts, contracting with vendors, and preparing the annual audit package. The Business Manager/Director of Finance also serves as a liaison with our PEO on payroll and benefit issues and with our insurance representatives on risk management. The Business Manager/Director of Finance reports directly to the Head of School and is the staff liaison to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees. The Business Manager/Director of Finance is also a member of the school’s administrative team, serves on various committees, serves as a mentor in the school’s 1:1 mentoring program, and engages in various parts of the school community beyond the business department.

This position relies on a varied skill set that includes critical thinking and strategic planning but also comfort with communication, customer service, and building/maintaining relationships with a vast number of constituents. Exact position title and compensation will reflect duties and experience of the candidate hired.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s or other advanced degree preferred
• Strong background in finance, budgeting, and cash management required
• 3+ years business office leadership required; experience in an educational or non-profit setting preferred
• Ability to work autonomously and manage department-level work, including personnel and planning required; experience with this preferred
• Willingness to mentor required; mentoring experience preferred
• Commitment to the school’s core values of diversity, excellence, personal responsibility, stewardship, creativity, and mutual respect, support, and trust required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Facility with technology required
• Ability to collaborate with or teach in other departments may also be considered
• Background check and current authorization to be employed in the U.S. required

University High School of Indiana is an independent college preparatory school located in Carmel, IN. University High School offers an excellent salary and benefits package. University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, disability, marital status, and veteran status. Read more about the school at www.universityhighschool.org.

Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

Please send cover letter and resume to University High School, c/o Jennifer Thompson @ 2825 W. 116th Street, Carmel, IN 46032; fax: 317-733-4484; email: jthompson@universityhighschool.org.

Learning Support Services Instructional Assistant

University High School seeks a dynamic Instructional Assistant to work full-time in our Learning Support Services (LSS) department beginning in August 2023. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with high school students with learning differences, a desire to collaborate with staff of the LSS department and other faculty members, and a willingness to support students both academically and in the area of wellness. For the 2023-24 school year, the position is hourly.  Depending on the candidate, hours could be 25 to 40 hours per week. 

The Instructional Assistant is responsible for providing direct assistance to the LSS staff by working directly with individual students and small groups in the area of academic tutoring, particularly in math and supporting high school curriculum. This person will also be responsible for proctoring informal and standardized assessments and implementing and monitoring students’ accommodations and goals. Respect for the confidentiality of students and families is a core component of the program. Other daily responsibilities include record keeping, adapting instructional materials, and clerical duties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Ability to be trained in practices and systems in LSS for record keeping and daily routines required
• Competency in at least one of these academic areas desired: algebra, advanced math courses, and/or science
• Experience working with high school students desired, especially in college preparatory setting
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty and the LSS team required
• Commitment to the school’s core values of diversity, excellence, personal responsibility, stewardship, creativity, and mutual respect, support, and trust required
• Facility with technology required
• Background check and current authorization to be employed in the U.S. required

This person will be a contract employee of the Carmel-Clay School Corporation and AfterSchoolHQ, but they will be chosen by and work at University High School. The position is federally funded. 

University High School of Indiana is an independent college preparatory school located in Carmel, IN. University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, disability, marital status, and veteran status.

Please send cover letter and resume to University High School, c/o Stacey Summitt-Mann @ 2825 W. 116th Street, Carmel, IN 46032; fax: 317-733-4484; email: ssummittmann@universityhighschool.org.

Substitute Teacher

University High School is always looking to expand its pool of short-term substitute teachers. If you are interested in substitute teaching opportunities, please contact Kathy Davis, school secretary, at kdavis@universityhighschool.org. A background check is required.

Summer Camp Teacher

University High School of Indiana seeks dynamic teachers to teach summer enrichment camps to elementary and middle school students during the summer of 2024. These camps tend to be weeklong half-day courses, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. The teacher will have the freedom to develop content/curriculum for a camp that would appeal to this age level.

Summer Camp Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, and implements camps for children grades 1-8.
• Provides high-quality educational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for participants.
• Supervises students and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Maintains a schedule for participants.
• Facilitates and creates lesson plans for daily activities.
• Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including check-in and check-out of students and daily attendance.
• Knows and understands all emergency procedures and safety guidelines associated with the school.

University High School of Indiana is an independent college preparatory school located in Carmel, IN. University is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, disability, marital status, and veteran status.

Please email summer@universityhighschool.org for further information.