WES seeks individuals who are committed to outstanding teaching and enjoy working in a community of active learners to join our staff.
Qualifications include a professional background in the discipline you wish to teach, experience teaching or working with students in other capacities, excellent communication skills, both written and oral, flexibility, the ability to work with colleagues, and a sense of humor.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:
A list of current openings follows. Please direct all inquiries to the contact person listed. If no current positions are available, you are welcome to submit your resume and cover letter to be put on file.
Washington Episcopal School seeks a Controller to begin as soon as possible. The Controller will be an integral part of the Business Office, responsible for coordinating with and assisting the Business Officer in the preparation of financial reports such as income statement, balance sheet, statements of cash flows, and analyses of investments, in addition to other special reports as needed. The Controller helps supervise the accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing operations and Human Resources, including payroll.
Reporting directly to the Business Officer, the Controller is also responsible for recommending and administering all accounting policies and procedures, ensuring that strong internal controls and effective transaction processing routines protect the assets of the school and result in meaningful, timely, and accurate financial reporting.
Education And Experience:
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of expertise in non-profit accounting, ideally in an independent school or higher education setting. This position requires strong organization, attention to detail, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong proficiency with Excel, Office and other computerized accounting systems is required (experience with Blackbaud Smart Tuition and QuickBooks highly beneficial). Highest regard for confidentiality and exemplary ethical standards is necessary, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects under the pressure of deadlines.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Supervise and assist with accounts receivable, payroll, HR, and student billing in the Business Office.
· Ensure accurate and timely financial information and reporting, including all financial statements, cash and variance analyses, and dashboard reports.
· Perform bank and investment reconciliations.
· Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
· Maintain accurate and appropriate general ledger chart of accounts.
· Actively stay current on new regulations in GAAP and relevant non-profit accounting issues.
· Provide support for the Business Officer in preparations for Finance Committee meetings or other Board-related meetings.
· Coordinate with the Business Officer on the preparation, review and filing of IRS Forms 5500 and 990 with outside auditors.
· Crucial team member for annual financial audit prep work.
· Assist with periodic surveys for various school industry organizations
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
· Time management skills – Manages many tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines. Respected for ability to meet deadlines.
· Accuracy – Produces results with high accuracy.
· Organizational skills – Creates action plans to meet goals and deadlines.
· Written and verbal communications skills – Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and maintains open communication channels with numerous constituencies of the School, including peers, administrators, parents and vendors.
Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full-time early childhood associate teacher beginning in the fall of 2020. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in early childhood or elementary education and will have demonstrated a successful experience working with the young child.
The associate teacher is a professional partner of Washington Episcopal’s early childhood staff, typically joining the faculty for a one to two-year appointment as a salaried full-time employee. The associate teacher is responsible for assisting the classroom lead teacher with the general supervision and management of the class. The lead teacher delegates responsibilities and mentors the associate teacher in order to promote a two-teacher classroom.
Washington Episcopal School, established in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for approximately 300 students, from Nursery through Grade 8, and located in Bethesda, MD. WES inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared.
WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.
Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Early Childhood teacher (Kindergarten – Grade 1) beginning in the fall of 2020. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree, in early childhood or elementary education, with a graduate degree preferred, and will have demonstrated successful experience working with young children.
The candidate will be responsible for the general supervision and management of the class, as well as the planning and execution of the educational program in accordance with the early childhood curriculum. Early childhood teachers work closely together as a team to ensure each child’s success. The candidate will also work collaboratively with division colleagues and administrators on curriculum development and integration of technology.
Washington Episcopal School, established in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for approximately 300 students, from Nursery through Grade 8, and located in Bethesda, MD. WES inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared.
WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.
Washington Episcopal School (WES) is seeking a full-time Elementary School teacher. With an average class size of 14 students, the candidate will be responsible for planning and implementing an elementary program including the core homeroom subjects of language arts, mathematics, and social studies. Teachers within grade levels work closely together to plan instruction, develop curriculum, and ensure success for all children.
WES is committed to providing high-quality professional development to help faculty deepen their professional expertise and grow as individuals. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education (or similar field), with a graduate degree preferred, and will have demonstrated successful experience working with elementary school-aged children. Experience with the Responsive Classroom approach and Teachers College Reading and Writing Workshop is preferable.
Washington Episcopal School, established in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for approximately 300 students, from Nursery through Grade 8, and located in Bethesda, MD. WES inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared.
WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.
Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a Director of the Extended Day Program. This is a salaried position with benefits.
The Extended Day program serves students in grades Nursery-8 from 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. every day except Friday when the student hours are 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. The mission of the program is to provide a safe environment in which students in Nursery through Grade 8 spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks and activities, and work on school assignments.
The Extended Day Director manages the day-to-day operations of this program, where the following logistics are integral to and play an important part in the success of the program. All are under the responsibility of the Director:
Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and will have demonstrated a successful experience working with children.
Founded in 1986, Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8. WES believes that learning should be joyful, because academic excellence and happy children belong together. The School represents a diverse community, where the uniqueness of each member of the school is celebrated. The WES goal is to educate the whole child in order to prepare each graduate to become a citizen of the world.
WES has immediate openings for substitute teachers in Nursery through Grade 8. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience is required. Work with the Responsive Classroom approach is a plus.
WES is seeking personnel to help in the Extended Day Program. The Extended Day program serves students in Grades Nursery-8 from 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. every day except Friday when the student hours are 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. The mission of the program is to provide a safe environment in which students in Nursery through Grade 8 spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks and activities, and work on school assignments. Extended Day personnel are paid by the hour.
Qualified candidates will possess a High School diploma and will have demonstrated a successful experience working with children.
