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Careers

Working at WES

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:

  • Health insurance
  • Payment to a TIAA-CREF retirement annuity
  • Funding for professional development
  • Tuition remission for the children of faculty and staff
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Current Job Openings

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.

Elementary School Teacher

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, founded in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for approximately 320 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.

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Early Childhood Associate Teacher

Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Associate Teacher beginning in the fall of 2022.  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 is an independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.

WES provides a competitive wage and an inviting, professional, and collegial working environment. 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.

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Extended Day Personnel

Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking personnel to help in their 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.

Founded in 1986, Washington Episcopal School 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.

Qualified candidates will possess at least a High School diploma and will have demonstrated a successful experience working with children.

Apply Now >

Classroom Support Personnel

Washington Episcopal School is seeking full-time Classroom Support Personnel to assist in Nursery through Grade 8. Classroom Support Personnel will supervise students when a teacher is out of the class, or supervising students during lunch and recess, as well as coordinating with teachers as needed to manage classes and materials.

Washington Episcopal School, founded in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8. WES inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.

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.

Strong applicants will have a bachelor’s degree and prior experience working with children of various ages. Additional qualifications include strong organization and communication skills, experience working with computer technology, flexibility, patience, sense of humor, and a demonstrated love for working with young children and their families.

Apply Now >

Washington Episcopal School is welcoming and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

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