Employment Opportunities

1. Review our website, particularly our school mission, philosophy and history
2. Send the following to employment@wilberforceschool.org
   a. Cover letter
   b. Resume
   c. Staff Application

2021-2022 School Year

The Front Office is the central hub for student information and guest management. The Front Office Administrator is the first point of contact for visitors and members of our community. The Front Office Administrator Substitute is an organized and flexible individual, is comfortable in a hospitality and welcoming role, and learns quickly. The Front Office Administrator Substitute helps with attendance, directs calls and deliveries, aids students with health-related care, and assists with student arrival and dismissal procedures.

The Health Consultant is the manager of student health records and advisor to the school on health practices and procedures. The Health Consultant ensures that the school is compliant with all state and local health requirements for students and athletes.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Registered Nurse

Experience:

• Familiarity and experience with medications/forms for severe food allergies and asthma
• Proficient technical skills in Google Suite (Drive, Gmail, Docs, Sheets) and ability to learn quickly student data platforms (FACTS, Magnus Health)
• Experience in school nursing

Work Hours:

• Approx. 20/Hours per week during 45 operational weeks (August - May)
• 80% remote, 20% on campus

Personal Qualities:

• Be committed to furthering our school’s Christian mission and philosophy of faith-based education
• Agree to uphold our school’s Statement of Faith
• Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or Code of Conduct
• Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ
• Godly character (pastoral and other character references may be required)
• Membership or faithful attendance at a local church whose beliefs are consistent with the Nicene Creed
• Excellent communication skills, including wisdom and tact in discussing and explaining potentially sensitive health issues with their parents
• Discretion and faithfulness in honoring the confidentiality of children’s personal health information

Ministry Purpose:
In accordance with Ephesians 4:11-12 and Titus 2:7-8 the Teacher is responsible for training the next generation of Christian leaders and equipping them for a life of service to their Savior, homes, churches, vocations, and communities.

Personal Qualities:

• Be committed to furthering our school’s Christian mission and philosophy of faith-based education
• Agree to uphold our school’s Statement of Faith
• Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or Code of Conduct
• Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ
• Godly character (pastoral and other character references may be required)
• Membership or faithful attendance at a local church whose beliefs are consistent with the Nicene Creed
• Gift of teaching
• Views teaching as a high calling
• Self-educator and lifetime learner
• Well-spoken with excellent grammar, diction, and vocabulary
• Understanding of and agreement with the missions, philosophy and pedagogy of The Wilberforce School, including classical framework and Charlotte Mason influence
• Teachable and committed to grow, learn, and develop new understanding and skills
• Understanding of and ability to articulate biblical worldview
• Ability to integrate biblical worldview into all subject matters to be studied
• Maturity and emotional stability
• Heart for the age of students being taught
• Strong desire to see students learn well, to know God, and to love God

Responsibilities:

• Spiritual Leadership:
  • Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all curricula and teaching.
  • Be prepared to communicate the school’s religious beliefs to students and others who inquire.
  • Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with students, parents, staff, and administration.

• With Students:
  • Models for students genuine love for God, love of scripture, and love of learning
  • Prays (privately) for each student in the class; prays with the class daily
  • Plans teaching schedule on a daily, weekly, trimester/semester, and yearly basis, with the help of Administration
  • Works through the curriculum at an appropriate pace, with ongoing assessment of how each child is progressing through the material
  • Uses formal and informal assessment tools to measure students' progress
  • Individualizes instruction according to each child's needs while moving everyone toward class-wide high standards of achievement
  • Identifies and addresses academic or disciplinary problems; documents situations and/or alerts the Head of School or parents when appropriate
  • Respects the confidentiality of students, families, and colleagues by using the highest degree of discretion in all communication
  • Completes administrative tasks to maintain smooth operation of classroom

• With Parents:
  • Views parents as students' primary teachers
  • Views parent-teacher communication as highly important and valuable; expresses to parents a commitment to teach and nurture their child
  • Communicates with parents when issues arise with their child, whether in academics, discipline, or other matters
  • Makes parents aware of what is being taught at school through work sent home and other means

• With Other Teachers:
  • Contributes to a cooperative and collegial atmosphere among teachers and staff
  • Participates in teacher mentoring relationships and is committed to personal/professional growth
  • Participates in training, devotionals, and other meeting and initiatives
  • Performs both teaching and non-teaching tasks with attention to quality, detail, timeliness, and professionalism

1. Review our website, particularly our school mission, philosophy and history.
2. Review Profile of a Wilberforce Teacher.
3. Send the following to employment@wilberforceschool.org:
   a. Cover Letter
   b. Resume
   c. Faculty Application | Part 1

The Wilberforce School is expanding and adding to our faculty for the next school year. The Upper School Physics Teacher demonstrates subject knowledge and the ability to engage students with an inquiry-based pedagogy. The teacher incorporates demonstrations and laboratory activities. 11th and 12th grade students use MATLAB programming language as part of Physics/MATLAB course. Additional capacities, such as computer programming, are helpful for this position.

(See Profile of a Wilberforce Teacher for background, personal qualities, and responsibilities.)

The Wilberforce School is expanding and adding to our faculty for the next school year. This position would teach general science in Middle School and either Biology or Chemistry in Upper School (depending on teaching experience and school needs). The teacher incorporates demonstrations and laboratory activities as appropriate for the class and curriculum. Experience in high school-level teaching is preferable. Expertise in subject and work experience in the field of study will be considered.

(See Profile of a Wilberforce Teacher for background, personal qualities, and responsibilities.)

Substitutes may be asked to teach any grade level, for either half or full days. This is a great way for us to get to know you and for you to become familiar with our distinctive culture. Job expectations will vary, depending on grade level and subject.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Teaching experience is preferred, with exceptions granted for outstanding candidates with demonstrated teaching gifts and calling
• Ability to teach well, as demonstrated by references
• Availability at least 3 days/week, 7:45am-3:15pm

Questions before applying to be a substitute teacher? Contact employment@wilberforceschool.org

Experience:

• Experience as a player
• Experience as a coach

Personal Qualities:

• Positive approach to interactions with students, parents, officials, and the coaches and players of opposing teams
• Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ
• Godly character (pastoral and other character reference may be required)
• Understanding of and agreement with the mission, philosophy, and pedagogy of The Wilberforce School
• Membership or regular attendance at a local church

Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with the Athletic Director, athletes, and parents
• Plan for and run practices four days a week (3:00-5:00 pm); no practices/competitions on school breaks/holidays (US teams may have weekend competitions)
• Work 10 hours/week, which includes planning, practices, and competition

1. Review our website, particularly our school mission, philosophy, and history
2. Review Profile of a Wilberforce Coach
3. Send the following to patrice.wright@wilberforceschool.org
   a. Cover Letter
   b. Resume

MS Boys Soccer
MS Girls Soccer
MS XC
US Girls Soccer
US Boys Soccer
US XC

MS Girls Basketball
MS Boys Basketball
MS Swim
US Girls Basketball
US Boys Basketball*
US Swim

MS Girls Lacrosse
MS Boys Lacrosse*
MS Track (co-ed)
US Girls Lacrosse
US Track (throwing coach)*
US Boys Volleyball