Employment Opportunities

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Opportunity:

WAKEFIELD SCHOOL, INC
The Plains, Virginia

LOWER & MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST
Position Announcement
Wakefield School, located in The Plains, Virginia, seeks a dynamic and innovative Lower and Middle 
School Educational Specialist who loves working with young people to serve as a member of its 
faculty beginning in August of 2023. This full-time position (which includes benefits) supports the 
academic and developmental needs of Wakefield students building on their innate abilities and 
dispositions while supporting their academic and developmental growth in first to eighth grades. 
Duties and responsibilities include identifying and serving students with emerging or identified 
needs for support or enrichment in their academic growth. Employing current educational best 
practices, personalized learning techniques, mindfulness, and neuroscience research, the 
Educational Specialist is a resource for teachers and parents to consult on academic and 
developmental needs. A leader in teaching and learning, the position requires a deep understanding 
of varied learning styles, learning differences, and giftedness, as well as collaborating with teams 
of teachers to address student needs.

The ideal candidate will possess independent school experience, and a deep understanding of children’s academic and developmental expectations at each grade and age level. Experience with case management, including student learning plans, neuropsychological testing, and remediation and enrichment best practices, in addition to management of related resources, is preferred.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

●  Administer developmental screenings and reading/numeration benchmarking in collaboration with 
classroom teachers to assess and develop cohorts for support and enrichment in grades 1 - 8
●  Develop and implement intervention, support, and enrichment for students in grades 1 - 8 to 
enhance the learning process in collaboration with classroom teachers
●  Develop and implement proactive academic plans to support classroom instruction for individual 
student needs, which may include the creation and implementation of varied types of documentation 
and assessment
●  Manage the organization, communication, implementation, administration, and monitoring of 
accommodations and student progress for assigned caseload, in collaboration with the Educational 
Specialist team and under the supervision of the Director of Student Health and Wellness.
●  Serve as a first resource for teachers looking for additional suggestions, strategies, and/or 
methods related to the academic and developmental needs of individual students, as well as groups 
of students
●  Assist in support of students and families who have children with academic plans 
transitioning to/from Wakefield School

●  Keep the Director of Student Health and Wellness, Division Heads, and Head of School fully 
informed on student issues and other relevant matters pertaining to student and school life
●  Provide training/teaching for students, teachers, and parents for the school’s ongoing 
development of best practices, pedagogical approaches, and differentiated instruction as related to 
the Academic Resource Center
●  Serve as a liaison and coordinate with teachers, administrators, and outside support systems 
for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information, making recommendations, and 
supporting our students
●  As an Admissions Committee Member, facilitate academic readiness screenings, review application files, make recommendations, and participate in Admissions decisions meetings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

●  Experience in providing student intervention and progress monitoring; teacher leadership and 
training experience preferred
●  Passion for the mission and the vision of Wakefield School; including embracing the strategic 
initiatives of the school
●  Working knowledge of academic plan creation and execution
●  Experience in multisensory approaches to reading such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson
●  Thoughtful judgment, effective interpersonal skills, excellent skills in oral and written 
communications
●  Ability to effectively present information and lead professional development to all 
constituencies of the school
●  Three years minimum of relevant experience; Master’s degree in an applicable field

ABOUT WAKEFIELD SCHOOL:
Established in 1972, Wakefield School is a private independent college-preparatory day school for 
students in Junior Kindergarten through grade 12 engaging in a rigorous and inspiring liberal arts 
curriculum. Our ambitious vision for every student is to foster capable, ethical, articulate 
citizens who seek the challenge, make a difference and live extraordinary lives, each in his or her 
own way. Located on a 65-acre campus in the picturesque village of The Plains, Virginia, Wakefield 
serves nearly 400 students from our surrounding area.

Please submit your letter of interest and resume electronically
HERE.
 

Opportunity: 

Wakefield School, located in The Plains, Virginia, seeks a dynamic and innovative Middle and Upper School teacher who loves working with young people to serve as a member of its faculty beginning in August of 2023. This full-time position (which includes benefits) includes teaching high school and middle school classes in the Mathematics Department and STEM Electives, as well as advising 8-10 students. The ideal candidate would have independent school teaching experience, a degree in relevant fields of study including Mathematics or Computer Science, and be committed to ongoing professional development.

At Wakefield School, we take pride in fostering an environment where our students are challenged and nurtured. Wakefield strives to ensure an engaging, purposeful, and collaborative experience, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive in a deep and imaginative inquiry.

This position is well served by a teacher with a desire to craft the program offerings and grow with the needs of the School. Especially exciting is the opportunity to connect courses through an interdisciplinary approach to learning with an emphasis on real-world application and progressive pedagogy.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Embrace and model a culture of innovation and progressive teaching methods in curriculum and instruction.

Authentically engage with students embracing the unique culture of Wakefield School.

Serve as an advisor and advocate for students including academic and personal growth needs of assigned advisees.

Serve as an engaged faculty member collaborating with others in setting the professional practices and curriculum for the school.

ABOUT WAKEFIELD SCHOOL:

Established in 1972, Wakefield School is a private independent college-preparatory day school for students in Junior Kindergarten through grade 12 engaging in a rigorous and inspiring liberal arts curriculum. Our ambitious vision for every student is to foster capable, ethical, articulate citizens who seek the challenge, make a difference and live extraordinary lives, each in his or her own way. Located on a 65-acre campus in the picturesque village of The Plains, Virginia, Wakefield serves nearly 400 students from our surrounding area.

Please submit your cover letter and resume electronically HERE .

 

Opportunity

Wakefield School in The Plains, Virginia, seeks a Physical Education Teacher to work with students in Junior Kindergarten through 5th grade for the 2023-2024 academic year. In addition, the Physical Education Teacher will be a coach for at least two Middle/Upper School athletic teams. The Physical Education Teacher is an integral part of the Lower School, Middle School, Upper School, and Athletics Department, a community of teachers who embrace the school’s mission and values and who help students develop athletically and live healthy lives. A physical education teacher at Wakefield must be passionate about teaching students of all ages the importance of physical education through creative and well-thought-out activities.  It is important that the educator be adaptable, resourceful in using a variety of spaces, demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and learning, and easily collaborate with colleagues. This position is a ten-month full-time position with annual renewal which begins August 2023. 

Physical Education Teaching Duties

• Teach Physical Education classes to early childhood and lower-school-aged children, and potentially middle school students at times, using innovative games and challenges that promote physical activity among all students.

• Provide engaging, fun, and effective instruction that encourages a health and wellness foundation for students, helps students develop age-appropriate motor skills, and develops proper exercise habits.

• Ensure maximum participation for all students regardless of skill level.

• Communicate in developmentally-appropriate ways through an altruistic approach that clearly communicates that every student can succeed and will benefit from a physically active, healthy lifestyle.

• Focus on making learning visible through effective student engagement. 

• Work collaboratively with other teachers in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities.

• Evaluate not only physical growth but also social and emotional growth.

• Attend scheduled faculty/division/department meetings

• Participate in professional development 

• Perform additional faculty duties assigned including, but not limited to being an advisor, supervising students during carpool, lunch, advisory, recess, and so forth.

Coaching Duties

• Supervise student-athletes and teams as assigned by the Athletic Director.

• Instruct student-athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy, and physical training as outlined by the head coach.

• Be knowledgeable about and responsible for implementing all athletic policies, including Wakefield’s athletic policies as well as state, league, and sports rules and regulations.

• Assist in maintaining necessary forms, records, and paperwork.

• Oversee the safety conditions, general cleanliness, and general maintenance of equipment and sports facilities, including, but not limited to facility prep and takedown for practices and games, laundry, disinfecting, equipment organization, and storage solutions.

• Recommend to the Athletics Director budgetary needs for the program.

• Assist in all aspects of the program.

Personal and Professional Characteristics and Experiences

• A bachelor’s degree in physical education or a related field is required.

• An ability to meet the needs of students of various ages and learning needs through differentiated instruction.

• Creativity in lesson design that balances content, skill, and student self-direction through the use of a variety of instructional methods.

• Appreciation for and understanding of school-aged children, demonstrating a loving and nurturing temperament.

• Excellent classroom management skills that promote a positive classroom environment.

• Familiarity with technology or ability and desire to learn about technology for lesson design, lesson implementation, and recording student progress.

• An ability to communicate clearly and with appropriate empathy to students, parents, and colleagues.

• Collaborative spirit when working with colleagues within the same department across grade levels and within the same grade level across departments.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Embraces the school’s mission and seeks to help students develop in all aspects.

ABOUT WAKEFIELD SCHOOL:

Established in 1972, Wakefield School is a private independent college-preparatory day school for students in Junior Kindergarten through grade 12 engaging in a rigorous and inspiring liberal arts curriculum. Our ambitious vision for every student is to foster capable, ethical, articulate citizens who seek the challenge, make a difference, and live extraordinary lives, each in his or her own way. Located on a 65-acre campus in the picturesque village of The Plains, Virginia, Wakefield serves nearly 400 students from our surrounding area.

Submit your cover letter and resume electronically HERE .

Wakefield School is looking for substitute teachers for the 2022-2023 school year. Opportunities include supervising students and providing temporary instruction at all grade levels.

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have at least a high school degree. Prior teaching experience is a plus.

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Wakefield School is looking for bus drivers for the 2022-2023 school year. Opportunities include daily routes and field trips.

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a clean driving record. CDL a plus.

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