CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
Part-time (71% FTE) Middle and Upper School Chinese Language Teacher | start date ASAP (posted August 21, 2024) |
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Job Summary: Reporting to the Middle and Upper School Principals, the Middle and Upper School Chinese Language Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing differentiated Chinese instruction for Grades 6-8 and IB Chinese based on ongoing assessment; communicating clearly with parents and colleagues; and coordinating support with the best interests of each individual child in mind. Salary Range: $58,750 - $116,500 (prorated for part-time status). Click above to apply. |
Primary, Middle, Upper School Substitute Teachers |
WIS is in need of substitute teachers for the 2024-25 academic year beginning August 26, 2024. Substitute teachers are needed for all divisions — Primary (Early Childhood through Grade 5), Middle (Grades 6-8) and Upper Schools (Grades 9-12). There is a particular need for French, Spanish, and Chinese teachers (Chinese for Middle and Upper School only); native speakers only. Early Childhood (Preschool, Prekindergarten and Kindergarten) is full immersion in either French or Spanish. Grades 1 through 5 receive half the instruction in English and half in either French or Spanish in all subjects (math, social studies, science). Specialists include Art/Digital Technology, Music and PE. Expertise in all subjects is needed, including: math, the sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, general science), English (including writing as well as literature), digital media, history, geography, economics. Candidates with flexible schedules who are available for frequent assignments in several subjects and/or grades are likely to work more often. Requirements include a relevant degree and a minimum of two years of teaching experience. Knowledge of the IB PYP or IB DP preferred but not required. $200 per day |
Part-time Extended Day Care Counselor |
Summary of Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Extended Learning, the Extended Day Counselor is responsible for (a) the overall supervision of students enrolled in extended day care and after school classes (b) leading structured activities on the playground (c) assisting teachers in carrying out activities during the course of the day as needed (d) ensuring students arrive on time for all after school classes (e) teaching social and emotional skills (f) ensuring the safety and well-being of all children and contributing to the effective operation of WIS’ extended learning programs according to standards of excellence. Responsibilities and Duties:
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Middle School Cross Country Coach |
We are currently hiring for the position of Cross Country Middle School coach. This is a part-time stipended position that reports to the Athletics Director. This position is not eligible for additional benefits. Essential Functions:
Required Experience: Candidates should have coaching experience at the high school and/or club levels and preferably running experience at the high school and/or college level. Other: Middle School usually practices from 3:00-4:15 PM three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). Home and away meets vary and can include some weekends and holidays. Fall Season Dates: 8/19/24 - 10/29/24 (Season end date determined by post season play) Application process: Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three references. |
12 CORE BELIEFS ABOUT LEARNING
WIS holds true to 12 Core Beliefs About Learning, which are based upon Principles of Learning, Teaching, and Assessment from the Tasmanian Department of Education, Australia.
1. We believe that all humans want to learn, and that learning is an essential, innate, ongoing, and lifelong process. |
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2. We believe that learning is a process of making meaning of the world. |
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3. We believe that learners are unique and they are responsible for their own learning. |
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4. We believe that learning depends on being able to connect prior knowledge, perceptions, or patterns of experience to new experiences, new information, and contexts. |
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5. We believe that learning is profoundly influenced by social relationships. |
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6. We believe that learning is significantly affected by emotions. |
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7. We believe that self-perception directly affects motivation and learning. |
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8. We believe that learning is more effective when information is embedded in purposeful and meaningful experiences and interactions. |
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9. We believe that learning is contextual. |
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10. We believe that learning is enhanced when learners are aware of how thinking and learning occur (meta-cognition), which gives learners increased control over their learning. |
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11. We believe that learning is demonstrated when learners can apply their understandings in new situations in flexible and thought-provoking ways. |
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12. We believe that learning is complex and non-linear. |
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