Apply for Future Lower School Faculty

Join a growth-oriented, collaborative learning community committed to the Westminster’s mission and vision, including core values of inclusivity and service. In developing the whole person for college and for life,” Westminster hires and retains passionate, talented, diverse educators like you to prepare our students to be lifelong learners, well equipped to address local and global challenges. 

Westminster excels regionally and nationally in every area of school life, from academics to the arts and athletics, achieving excellence through a wide range of programming--and we need you to help us! 

Westminster stands ready to support you with exceptional resources, including a Center for Teaching that provides workshops, cohorts, coaching and resources to help you be your best. At Westminster, you are more than just an academic expert; you make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues--and they, in turn, make a difference in yours.

Anticipated start date: August 3, 2020

Supervisor: Head of the Lower School

Position Status:  This position is a salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 10-month position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience at the elementary level; advanced degree preferred

• Demonstrated understanding of: 

  • Constructivist theory and practice

  • Integrated studies

  • Responsive Classroom

  • Readers and Writer’s Workshop

  • Math in Focus/Singapore Math

  • Learning targets and assessments

In addition to experience and a strong educational background, successful candidates demonstrate a love of working with children, an engaging teaching style, the ability to interact well with parents and colleagues, and a willingness to create and promote an inclusive learning environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partnering with another lead teacher in the classroom

• Creating differentiated learning experiences aligned with assessments

• Teaching an intentional social and emotional learning curriculum

• Contributing to interdisciplinary curriculum design and student support strategies

• Participating in the Lower School PLC (Professional Learning Community)

• Ensuring student safety by supervising recess, lunch, and transitions

• Providing feedback on and evaluation of students for Admissions

• Attending scheduled committee and faculty meetings, both during and after-school

• Contributing to the larger school community through coaching or sponsoring

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the regular business day.  Overnight and out-of-area travel may also be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

Apply for Future Middle School Faculty

Join a growth-oriented, collaborative learning community committed to the Westminster’s mission and vision, including core values of inclusivity and service. In developing the whole person for college and for life,” Westminster hires and retains passionate, talented, diverse educators like you to prepare our students to be lifelong learners, well equipped to address local and global challenges. 

Westminster excels regionally and nationally in every area of school life, from academics to the arts and athletics, achieving excellence through a wide range of programming--and we need you to help us! 

Westminster stands ready to support you with exceptional resources, including a Center for Teaching that provides workshops, cohorts, coaching and resources to help you be your best. At Westminster, you are more than just an academic expert; you make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues--and they, in turn, make a difference in yours.

Anticipated start date: August 3, 2020

Supervisor: Head of the Middle School

Position Status:  This position is a salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 10-month position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience in secondary education

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach 3-4 sections of relevant class(es)

• Co-teach a 2-week immersive, interdisciplinary class during MayATL

• Work directly with other Middle School teachers as part of a Professional Learning Community

• Advise students as part of the Middle School Advisory Program

• Contribute to the larger school community through coaching or sponsoring other extracurricular programs. 

In addition to relevant experience and a strong educational background, successful candidates demonstrate a love of working with children, an engaging teaching style, the ability to interact well with parents and colleagues, and a willingness to create and promote an inclusive learning environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the regular business day.  Overnight and out-of-area travel may also be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

Apply for Future Upper School Faculty

Join a growth-oriented, collaborative learning community committed to the Westminster’s mission and vision, including core values of inclusivity and service. In developing the whole person for college and for life,” Westminster hires and retains passionate, talented, diverse educators like you to prepare our students to be lifelong learners, well equipped to address local and global challenges. 

Westminster excels regionally and nationally in every area of school life, from academics to the arts and athletics, achieving excellence through a wide range of programming--and we need you to help us! 

Westminster stands ready to support you with exceptional resources, including a Center for Teaching that provides workshops, cohorts, coaching and resources to help you be your best. At Westminster, you are more than just an academic expert; you make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues--and they, in turn, make a difference in yours.

Anticipated start date: August 3, 2020

Supervisor: Head of the Upper School

Position Status:  This position is a salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 10-month position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience in secondary or higher education

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach 3-4 sections of relevant class(es)

• Co-teach a 3-week immersive, interdisciplinary class during Jan Term

• Work directly with other Upper School teachers as part of a Professional Learning Community (PLC)

• Advise students as part of the Upper School Advisory Program

• Contribute to the larger school community through coaching or sponsoring other extracurricular programs. 

In addition to relevant experience and a strong educational background, successful candidates demonstrate a love of working with children, an engaging teaching style, the ability to interact well with parents and colleagues, and a willingness to create and promote an inclusive learning environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the regular business day.  Overnight and out-of-area travel may also be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

Click to Apply: Web Development and Strategy Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The position of Web Development and Strategy Manager is an integral member of the Communications Department, which is a part of the Office for Institutional Advancement. The Web Development and Strategy Manager will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining Westminster’s primary website as well as all microsites. The Manager must have a strong understanding of the user experience and demonstrated expertise in web content, usability, architecture, and design.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Strategic Communications, the Web Development and Strategy Manager will establish a website strategy that evolves with the School’s marketing goals, is user-centric, and effectively conveys the unique value proposition of the Westminster experience. The Manager must demonstrate strong project management skills; an understanding of digital communications best practices and strategies for the web; and experience applying UX and UI principles. The Manager must also have excellent written, organizational, and communication skills that facilitate collaboration with colleagues throughout the School as well as parents, alumni, students, and third-party vendors and partners. The Manager must be self-motivated, efficient, and detail-oriented, and have the ability to manage and collaborate across departments and divisions. The Manager will also be responsible for overseeing the School’s mass email communications and digital campus signage. A clear understanding of the independent school or education market is preferred.

Supervisor: Associate Vice President for Strategic Communications

Supervisory Responsibilities:  No Direct Reports

Position Status:  Salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 12-month

Hours of Work:  Standard work week. Days of work are Monday through Friday and the core hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embrace the mission and strategic priorities of The Westminster Schools
• Oversee the development of website content, user experience and user interface design (UX/UI), site information architecture (IA) and mobile-first responsive design
• Lead web analytics and utilize data to inform decisions and strategy 
• Manage the communications-related elements of the School’s student information system, ensuring that digital communications are effective in reaching the appropriate audiences and align with institutional branding and messaging standards, including the School’s mass email communications system
• Serves as the main point of contact for the School’s website vendor, Finalsite
• Supports the Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications with the development, editing, and dissemination of the School’s e-newsletter
• Oversees the School’s online calendar in partnership with the Institutional Technology Department
• Manages the School’s digital campus signage
• Collaborates with on-campus divisions and departments on communications-related projects
• Supports Marketing and Communications colleagues with photography and videography coverage and editing Participates in project planning and development
• Leads all web-related project planning and development
• Establishes high standards in quality and service and identifies work process improvements
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
• At least five years of digital experience
• Experience conceptualizing and managing websites and other digital initiatives from content development to post-launch management
• Demonstrated expertise applying UX and UI principles, including the development of tailored or personalized user experiences driven by data
• Strong command of a variety of content management systems, in order to troubleshoot and understand CMS logic (experience with Finalsite Composer and Veracross products is preferred)
• Experience using HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Apple OS, Google Calendar and Drive, and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven success working closely with strategic communicators and administrative colleagues to develop effective and innovative user-centric communications solutions
• Experience developing standards, schedules, and workflow processes to meet deadlines and institutional needs
• Strong communications skills with emphasis on empowering and collaborating with colleagues
• Familiarity with education communications supporting admissions, advancement, and engagement a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and may walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.  

TRAVEL

Occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.

Note:  This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees within this classification.  This position description should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required or assigned to an employee in this position.  Nothing contained in this position description restricts Westminster’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Click to Apply: Facilities Operations and Project Management Intern

POSITION OVERVIEW

Westminster offers a variety of Summer School courses for rising sixth through twelfth graders. Middle School students take classes to build academic skills, have an enrichment experience, or transition to Middle School. Upper School students generally choose to attend Summer School for forward credit or academic enrichment. Most interns primarily work in the Middle School, but they may also work with Upper School students, as needed.

Supervisor: The Director of Facilities and the Project Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Position Status:  Stipend, non-exempt, part-time, seasonal

Hours of Work:  As scheduled with hours falling on Monday - Friday between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is a 3-month assignment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Assisting Project Management Team with capital projects

• Coordinates various vendors and subcontractors to obtain quotes.
• Prepares vendor quotes for approval and decision-making process.
• Assists in creating project scopes.
• Supervises and directing vendors and subcontractors as part of the project management support responsibility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY:  Supporting the utilities audit project

• Inventories all the meters for all campus utilities (gas, water, and electric).
• Audits each location and the corresponding utility bill.
• Creates usage and performance reports.
• Develops graphical representation for each meter for quick access and use.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY:  Assisting with asset management & inventory project

• Inventories facilities equipment and input into CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Facilities equipment will include HVAC equipment, Fire / Life Safety equipment, Foodservice equipment and etc.
• Assists in creating maintenance schedules based on input assets.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Manages and updates campus FCA(Facilities Condition Assessment) database.
• Assists with coordination of summer MACs (Moves, Adds & Changes) for faculty and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Working towards a degree in a field related to Facilities, Construction and/or Project Management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel and Word, G Suite)
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Ability to walk over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; sitting and standing for long periods of time is also required.

TRAVEL

Travel if, necessary, will be primarily local and during the regular business day.  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.

Note:  This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees within this classification.  This position description should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required or assigned to an employee in this position. Nothing contained in this position description restricts Westminster’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.