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Saint John’s School is an equal opportunity employer and makes all decisions regarding employment, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment without regard to a candidate or employee’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veterans status, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by USA and Puerto Rico laws.

Interested candidates please send a letter of interest and Curriculum Vitae to:
Ms. Karla Ocasio, HR Director 
1454 Ashford Ave, San Juan, PR 00907 
 Fax: 787-268-1454  E-mail: employment@sjspr.org


Current Openings:

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  • Director of Development

     
    Saint John’s School seeks a dynamic and strategic Director of Development to lead all fundraising and advancement initiatives that support the school’s continued excellence. This is a pivotal leadership role charged with building meaningful relationships and securing critical resources—most notably through the design and execution of a $10 million capital campaign for the Imagine the Possibilities initiative. 
    As a member of the school’s Leadership Team, the Director of Development will shape the long-term philanthropic vision of Saint John’s School, in alignment with our mission and strategic plan. This role offers the unique opportunity to champion a transformative campaign while fostering deep engagement with alumni, families, and the broader community. 
    Key Responsibilities 
    Capital Campaign Leadership
    • · Lead and implement a comprehensive capital campaign to raise $10 million for campus transformation. 
    • · Partner closely with the Head of School, Board, and campaign leadership to identify, cultivate, and steward major donors. 
    Fundraising & Stewardship
    • · Design and execute a comprehensive annual and long-term development strategy. 
    • · Develop compelling donor communications and marketing materials. 
    • · Oversee donor recognition and stewardship efforts, ensuring a culture of gratitude and ongoing engagement. 
    • · Strengthen alumni relations and expand community partnerships. 
    Institutional Collaboration
    • · Serve as a member of the Leadership Team and a non-voting member of the Development and Alumni Affairs Committee. 
    • · Collaborate with Admissions, Communications, and Alumni Relations to ensure alignment in messaging and outreach. 
    • · Advise on fundraising goals across annual, capital, and endowment campaigns. 
    Management & Reporting
    • · Manage the Development Office budget and operations. 
    • · Prepare and present monthly reports to the Head of School and Board Committees on campaign progress and priorities. 
     
    Qualifications 
    • · Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certification in nonprofit management, communications, or related field preferred. 
    • · 5–7 years of progressive experience in fundraising, with a successful track record in capital campaign leadership. 
    • · Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. 
    • · Experience in donor database management (e.g., Raiser's Edge, DonorPerfect, or equivalent). 
    • · Demonstrated ability to engage and inspire a diverse community of stakeholders. 
    • · Deep commitment to the mission and values of Saint John’s School. 
     
    This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of one of Puerto Rico’s premier educational institutions. 
     
    Join us in imagining and realizing the possibilities.

    How to Apply:
     
    Interested candidates, please send a letter of interest detailing your qualifications, fundraising philosophy, three references, and your Curriculum Vitae to employment@sjspr.org. Please include in the subject line: "Director of Development".
     
    Saint John’s School is an equal-opportunity employer.
  • Substitute Teachers

    Requirements:
    • At least one (1) year of successful teaching experience working with students, ideally in a private or independent school. 

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    Karla Ocasio 

    Human Resources Director
    UAGM - Masters
Saint John’s School is a non-profit, college preparatory, nonsectarian, coeducational day school founded in 1915. The school, located in a residential area of Condado, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has an enrollment of over 800 students from Toddler to grade twelve. Instruction is mostly in English with the exception of language courses.