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Job Openings
Viewpoint School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from persons of any race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical conditions (such as cancer or genetic characteristics, physical or mental impairment), or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.

Viewpoint is pleased to receive letters of inquiry in any field when opportunities are available as listed below.
 
Teaching at Viewpoint
As the rest of this site will show you, Viewpoint School is a vibrant, dynamic, and exciting place to work. Our semirural 25-acre campus offers a natural environment perfect for the development of young minds and bodies. Teachers at Viewpoint are experts in their various fields, typically possessing education beyond the bachelor's degree. Viewpoint encourages diversity among its faculty members and actively seeks outstanding applicants from all backgrounds.

Summer Program Opportunities:
 
Teacher of Physics
Viewpoint is seeking a Physics Teacher for the Summer Programs Division. This position is seasonal and will be six weeks in duration (June 18 – July 27). The course will meet from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday except for Wednesday, July 4, 2012.  This position involves teaching physics to high school students who are seeking to earn a full-year's credit for physics. Successful candidates must plan and provide for appropriate learning experiences for students; supervise students in a variety of school-related settings; monitor and evaluate student outcomes; communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and the community; and develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. A bachelor’s degree in a field of science is required. A master's degree in a field of science or a related field, is preferred. Candidates also must have at least two years teaching experience. Interested candidates should e-mail a letter of intent and resume to Ms. April Johnson, Administrative Assistant of Summer Programs, at april.johnson@viewpoint.org.

Workshop Leaders (Seasonal Summer Position from July 30-August 17)
Viewpoint Summer Programs is seeking experienced Workshop Leaders who are innovative, passionate, and dedicated to teaching. We currently have openings in the following workshops:

Pre-historic Art- students will explore what it means to be a human artist.
En Plein Air- students will focus studying and utilizing our environment to inspire our artistic body of work.
An Artistic “Self” Study- students will explore what it means to represent themselves through art.
Pop-Up Book Art- how to play with color, dimension and the importance of story-telling.
I Get By With a Little Help from My Friends- students will reflect on the importance of friendship in our lives.
Printmaking Classes- students will use materials such as linoleum tiles, vegetables, fruits and found objects.
Every Day is a Holiday- each day celebrates a different world culture/holiday with feasts, festivities and celebrations.
Textile Art- knitting and weaving classes.
An Introduction to The Far East- learn about customs from the non-Western world including India, Chinese and Japanese cultures.

Successful candidates will be creative, love working with children and have the ability to maintain a high level of enthusiasm. Candidates must also have experience with the workshop(s) they will be teaching, and experience working with children or in a camp setting is a plus. Interested candidates should e-mail a letter of intent and a resume to Ms. April Johnson, Administrative Assistant of Summer Programs, at april.johnson@viewpoint.org.

Camp Counselors (Seasonal Summer position from July 30-August 17)
Viewpoint is seeking Camp Counselors for the Summer Programs Division. The Camp Counselors will serve as a host, teacher, mentor, role model and guardian to each camper in their group. Camp Counselors must be able to supervise, nurture, teach, and lead campers in their daily activities.  They must also enforce safety regulations and procedures, cooperate with Senior Staff in all All-Camp Events, facilitate camper involvement in meals and camp activities, and complete any other duties assigned. The Camp Counselors will strive to ensure that campers have a positive, fulfilling and educational summer camp experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have experience working in a camp setting. Interested candidates should e-mail a letter of intent and resume to Ms. April Johnson, Administrative Assistant of Summer Programs, at april.johnson@viewpoint.org. 

Teacher of Vocal Music in the Lower School  
Viewpoint seeks a Teacher of Vocal Music in the Lower School. The position involves teaching general music classes to grades Three through Five, directing a wide variety of performances, and conducting the Lower School Chorus. A degree in Music Education and Orff and Kodaly experience is preferred. Successful candidates will be creative, team-oriented, work well with children, and are life-long learners. Interested candidates should e-mail a letter of intent and resume to Ms. Kristin Herkstroeter, Chair of the Music Department at kherkstroeter@viewpoint.org


For faculty positions, unless noted otherwise above, please direct your correspondence to:
 
Mr. Paul F. Rosenbaum
Associate Headmaster: Chief Operating Officer
Viewpoint School
23620 Mulholland Highway
Calabasas, CA 91302
E-mail: prosenbaum@viewpoint.org
Fax: 818-591-7354

For open athletic positions, unless noted otherwise above, please direct your correspondence to:

Mr. Patrick Moyal
Director of Athletics
Viewpoint School
23620 Mulholland Highway
Calabasas, CA 91302
E-mail: pmoyal@viewpoint.org
Phone: 818 591-6447
 
For staff positions, unless noted otherwise above, please direct your correspondence to:
 
Mrs. Joyce Goodman
Director of Human Resources
Viewpoint School
23620 Mulholland Highway
Calabasas, CA 91302
Fax: 818-591-6693

Benefits at a Glance
Viewpoint School offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time and part time employees who work 30 hours or more per week, which includes:
  • Kaiser Permanente or Anthem/Blue Cross health plans
  • Delta Dental plans
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • Credit Union
  • A matching pension program, if eligibility requirements are met, through TIAA-CREF (regular employees who work 20 hours or more per week may also qualify)
  • Professional Development Funds supporting participation in work-related classes and workshops