Employment Opportunities

Current Openings

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

The Director of Administration & Finance reports to the Executive Director and plays an integral role as a thought partner to the Executive Director.  He/she also plays an integral role as a member of the school’s senior leadership team responsible for strategic decision making. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, collaborative, participative, and mission-centered manager who works closely with the Executive Director, the Board of Trustees, the senior leadership team, staff and faculty, parents, and external partners to ensure the school operates in a financially sustainable manner and that its financial policies and priorities align with the school’s mission and strategic vision.  The Director of Administration and Finance also works closely with the Executive Director in making the school a positive and fulfilling work environment for all staff and faculty by guiding the fair and equitable creation and application of human resources policies and processes for the school.

Core Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Direct and manage the finance functions of the school in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and develop effective internal control policies.
• Keep the senior leadership team, Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and budget managers updated on the financial status of the school through timely and accurate reports, including forecasting and budget variances, monthly and annual financial statements, and other needed or requested financial reports.
• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting. Ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees. Ensure timely and accurate tax filings.
• Together with the Executive Director, co-lead the organization’s annual budgeting process, in strategic partnership with the senior leadership team, the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, and relevant budget managers to ensure sufficient resources to meet both day-to-day needs and the strategic vision of the school.
• With the Executive Director and budget managers, co-develop budgets and provide financial reports for the school’s auxiliary programs and grant-funded programs.
• Develop and oversee financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets, protect confidential information, and ensure accurate financial reporting. 
• Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices, including developing and maintaining a financial policies and procedures manual.
• Manage all banking relationships, cash flow, loans and lines of credit. 
• Assist the school in identifying and securing alternative revenue streams.

Human Resources Administration

• Manage and oversee the school’s human resources functions, including: recruitment and hiring, benefits administration and oversight, new employee orientation, and employee retention strategies
• Develop and update the school’s employee handbook
• Further develop the school’s human resources through professional development opportunities, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training, and recruiting
• Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined
• Establish and manage a training program to educate employees regarding staff tools, policies, and procedures
• Ensure that human resources policies and practices are current with best practices, legally compliant, and are clearly articulated and consistently applied

Additional Responsibilities

• In partnership with the Director of Admissions, help facilitate the enrollment of new students and re-enrollment of current students through the creation and distribution of student contracts and relevant communication
• In partnership with the Financial Aid Committee, manage the financial aid process and ensure awards are in accordance with the school’s stated policies.
• Review and implement insurance policies needed to effectively manage risk.
• Analyze need for additional support staff for finance functions;  hire and supervise either an accounting assistant/bookkeeper or human resources specialist
• Other responsibilities and duties, as assigned

Desired Qualifications & Qualities

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred
• At least 7-10 years years of related professional experience, with at least 5-7 years experience working in a non-profit and/or school-based environment 
• Proven success in a senior administrative role, including previous experience working with a Board of Trustees
• Previous experience overseeing human resources functions, preferably in a non-profit and/or school-based environment, with demonstrated experience investing in and developing staff and positioning them to succeed and a strong commitment to implementing fair, transparent, equitable, and financially sustainable human resources practices.
• Exceptional capacity for building relationships and working collaboratively with people.
• Willingness to work in close partnership with other organizational leaders and the Board of Trustees to help fulfill the vision and strategic goals of the school.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to and to effectively collaborate with colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Strong technology skills, experience with Quickbooks, able to easily learn new software programs, and a desire to work smarter not harder.
• Keen organizational and analytical skills with an attention to details.
• Self-directed, positive, energetic, flexible, compassionate, collaborative, and team-oriented individual.  
• Integrity, high ethical standards, compassion, sense of humor, mission-oriented, and commitment to excellence. 

SPANISH TEACHER

The Woodstock Day School (WDS) is seeking a part-time, in-person Spanish teacher for the 2021-2022 school year.

Essential Duties

• Teaching Spanish for grades 4-7.
• WDS encourages curricula focused on social justice and that encompasses language and content outside Western narratives.
• In addition, faculty are expected to participate in some school-wide events and have other duties and responsibilities assigned as needed. Faculty are also expected to meet with students on an individual basis.

Ideal candidates embrace a range of pedagogical approaches and will be excited about teaching in a progressive community.  The ideal candidates have also demonstrated a commitment to addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion within and outside the classroom.

Desired Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree is required. A graduate degree in Spanish, language education and/or a relevant discipline is preferred. 
• A minimum of three years of teaching world language or a related discipline is preferred.
• Prior experience teaching students in grades 4-7

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER

The Physical Education Teacher is the primary instructional delivery person for student health and wellness, and fitness and growth. From nursery school through upper school, every student has physical education classes twice a week. The goals are to build self-efficacy, physical awareness, cooperation and sportsmanship, and good health and wellness. Students engage in activities for physical skill building (running, catching, throwing), cooperation and problem-solving (cooperative games and outdoor education) and also for particular sports (yoga, basketball, archery, ultimate frisbee, and others.) Our physical education and athletic program provides opportunities for students to discover what they are passionate about as athletes and to build individual athletic facility in addition to building skills like cooperation, perseverance and reflection.

General Responsibilities

• Teaches physical fitness classes according for grades 6-12.
• Facilitates students’ physical, cognitive and social and emotional learning through lessons designed to sequentially develop skills appropriate to their ability, confidence levels, and developmental stage.
• Provides engaging, fun, and effective instruction that helps build a health and wellness foundation for students. 
• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports utilizing curriculum and other appropriate learning activities. 
• Provides maximum participation for all students; differentiates as needed to ensure all students experience success.
• Develops engaging and effective lesson plans and supplementary materials.
• Provides ongoing formative feedback to students.
• Communicates in developmentally appropriate ways through a humane, sensitive approach that clearly communicates that every student, regardless of ability, can succeed and will benefit from a physically active, healthy lifestyle. 
• Evaluates fitness and social and emotional growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records as necessary. Communicates with parents and team members on student progress. 
• Maintains control of storage, PE equipment, recess equipment, locker room, and school property. 
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with team members, parents, community members, and partners to improve the instructional program and student success. 
• Organizing and managing team sports
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in education or a related field
• Previous experience teaching at the K-12 level
• NYS Teacher Certification in Physical Education (preferred but not required)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of many different kinds of exercise
• Motivation and enthusiasm with a genuine passion for teaching young learners.
• Ability to create a student-centered classroom.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

WDS is building its roster of Substitute Teachers for the 2021-2022 school year.  Short-term and long-term, full-time opportunities are both available. Responsibilities include:

• Following implementation of lesson plans provided by classroom teachers
• Managing classroom environments in absence of the regular teacher

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching in preschool, elementary, middle, and high school settings.
• NYS teaching certification is not required but is a plus.