Working at WIS

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

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:

• Provide supervision and direction for children and work to maintain their safety.
• Actively engage children in structured and inclusive play.
• Maintain an orderly playground environment, enforcing school rules and appropriate consequences while on the playground.
• Document incidents and/or accidents that occur and report to Director of Extended Learning, along with any other problems or concerns.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of snacks to children as needed.
• Provide supervision and direction for children and work to maintain their safety.
• Maintain daily attendance sheets for students enrolled in extended day care.
• Attend all scheduled and mandatory meetings and training events as well as special events and activities hosted by WIS Extended Learning Programs.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude at all times, with children, staff, parents and other community members.
• Perform duties outside the scope of this position description as needed.

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:

• Responsible for the planning of practices and games
• Organization and use of equipment
• Communication in person and via email to student and parents
• Helping with uniform distribution and collection
• Should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Additional duties as assigned by the Athletics Director
• Ability to regularly sit and/or stand for long periods and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations

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.

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