Careers

List of 6 items.

• Controller

  Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Controller to manage the Business Office and work closely with the CFOO to assure accurate and timely reporting of the School's operations.
  
  Primary Functions:
  
  • Direct the day-to-day accounting operations including oversight of accounts payable and receivable, payroll, purchasing and maintenance of the general ledger for a $50M budget. Enforce the use of generally accepted accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures to keep an accurate continuous record of transactions
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports prepared on a fund accounting basis in an accurate and timely manner. Responsible for performing analytical review of the financial reports and for clearly communicating variances to CFOO
  • Assist the CFOO in preparation of committee and board reports
  • Lead the annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the CFOO; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and produce monthly budget versus actual reports
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings; monitor expenses to ensure compliance with budgets
  • Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting. Present suggested investment vehicles for any of the four investment pools to CFOO for approval along with rate of return analysis
  • Meet at least annually in February with Division and Department Heads to review current year activity comparing actual to budget and to discuss the subsequent year’s budget needs
  • Create preliminary budgets in November and March for review with CFOO
  • Maintain the 10 year budget forecasting model
  • Review and assure that the reserve accounts properly reflect activity; analyze reserve account balances for adequacy
  • Audit payroll changes with special emphasis on the first pay periods that reflect change in pay rates and changes in benefits; compare signed contracts with new wage rates in payroll system
  • Update annually the written procedures and standards to maintain adequate internal control capabilities and communicate strategies to implement these controls to the Business Office team
  • Maintain compliance with governmental regulations and changing regulatory environment by staying current on law and rules that may effect compliance in the areas of accounting and nonprofit management
  • Participate as a fiduciary to the 403b plan – attend quarterly meetings and provide feedback regarding investment line-up
  • Manage all accounting and reporting aspects for the 403b plan. Ensure matching tests are performed and in compliance, ensure the timely employee reporting of both the SAR and annual Plan Fee Disclosures, oversee the annual audit, review the Form 5500 for filing
  • Manage and prepare reports necessary for the completion of the annual School audit and tax return by the School’s independent auditors. Review Draft of 990 to give recommendation for approval by the Board
  • Responsible for all year-end entries required to close the books; ensure accounting, tax and other financial reports required by regulatory agencies, financial institutions and others are completed and submitted as scheduled.
  • Complete annual questionnaires for insurance renewals and participate in meetings with the insurance broker to discuss trends and the changing insurance environment both for property and health benefits – communicate with CFOO
  • Maintain the records to properly account for temporary and permanently restricted gifts to the School
  • Work closely with the Director of Human Resources to ensure the School stays in compliance with regulatory requirements and other individual personnel issues that may arise
  • Work with the CFOO and Advancement office to properly report all current and future capital improvements, acquisitions and capital contributions for presentation to the Board committees.

  
  Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:
  
  • Position requires Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of seven years of accounting/financial administration and management experience, preferably in an independent school environment; MBA or CPA preferred
  • Must demonstrate expertise with basic word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and computer functions. Knowledge of Senior Systems accounting software a plus
  • Ability to communicate effectively with school representatives, parents, students, and representatives from the business community
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Position requires the ability to work independently as well as with executive management, Board members, staff, teachers, and parents, and at all times to exhibit a positive attitude, to be self-motivated, and to be able to cope successfully with stressful situations, schedules and deadlines
  • In addition to the position described above, you agree to perform other duties and responsibilities as shall be assigned by Head of School or other supervisor

  
  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

• Department Chair for Mathematics

  Viewpoint School is seeking a Department Chair for Mathematics, grades 6-12, for the 2020-21 school year. The Chair will supervise a staff of 11, including an Assistant Department Chair for Middle School, and teach 4 sections of math in grades 7-12. The Department Chair for Mathematics reports to the Upper School Division Head and is a member of Viewpoint’s Education Council.

   

  Viewpoint prioritizes the quality of the student experience within a context of academic and co-curricular achievement. Viewpoint offers significant support for professional development, and bases its emphases for curriculum and instruction on current neuroscience. Viewpoint asks teachers to create classroom climates conducive to collaboration, creativity, and relevance.

   

  Preferred candidates will be those with previously demonstrated expertise in leadership and an advanced degree in mathematics or a related field. Candidates interested in applying should submit a resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.   

• Director of Academic Systems and Institutional Research

  Viewpoint School is seeking a Director of Academic Systems and Institutional Research. The Director of Academic Systems and Institutional Research will manage systems to lead and support the development and operation of the academic program. Oversee the collection and analysis of research data relevant for strategic institutional programs and priorities.
  
  Primary Functions:
  • Oversees management of systems for student information, learning management, scheduling, and curriculum mapping
  • Coordinates the development of the Master Schedule annually; works closely with academic leadership to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely distribution of faculty duties, course offerings, and room assignments
  • Informs decision-making by the School’s academic leadership related to curriculum, scheduling, course proposals, and credentialing
  • Analyzes and distributes research that supports the strategic functioning of academic and other departments at Viewpoint
  • Serves as the School’s liaison to the University of California; maintains the NCAA list to the UC list and the AP list
  • Plans, implements, and assesses the School's standardized testing, and supervises the work of the AP Coordinator
  • Coordinates the preparation of the Curriculum Guides of the School as well as other documents and processes related to student scheduling
  • Assumes a major role in the periodic re-accreditation of the School
  
  Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in related field
  • Relevant experience as a teacher and administrator in a college prep school
  • A willingness to quickly learn important academic programs and processes, as well as the tools and databases necessary to perform job functions
  • Effective collaboration with teachers and administrators, and a willingness to embrace the collegial and inclusive processes of change
  • A firm command of current educational issues and directions, including knowledge of an AP and Honors Curriculum
  • An appreciation of the essential roles of arts and athletics in a comprehensive education
  • Expertise in the diagnostic tools and tests that gauge the success of a curriculum
  • A commitment to the following aspects of a 21st century academic program: global programming, diversity, sustainability, human development, and programs in the arts and academic that support and extend student interests and initiatives
  • Efficient administrative skills and an ability to anticipate needs well in advance of deadlines
  • A strong ethical foundation, and the ability to work successfully with those who hold different opinions
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment
  • In addition to the responsibilities described above, perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School or other supervisor
  
  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

• Teacher of Social Studies in the Middle School

  Viewpoint School is seeking an instructor of social studies in grades 6-8 for the 2020-21 school year. Candidates should demonstrate a solid understanding of the ancient world and US history, as well as a student-centered approach to teaching and learning. A knowledge of neuroscience principles related to teaching and learning is useful. Demonstrated personal qualities such as collegiality, strong communication skills, and a team orientation are also important requirements for the position.

   

  Viewpoint offers significant support for professional development, and bases its emphases for curriculum and instruction on current neuroscience. Viewpoint asks teachers to create classroom climates conducive to collaboration, creativity, and relevance.

   

  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

• Campus Safety Officer

  Viewpoint School is currently seeking on-call part-time Campus Safety Officers. Shifts and times are as follows:

  11:00 a.m. -7:30 p.m., 2:00-10:30 p.m., or 10:30 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

   

  • Swing
  • Graveyard
  • Weekends

  
  Qualifications and requirements include, but not limited to:
  
  

  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience in law enforcement, security protection or combination of the two
  • BSIS Guard Card required
  • Additional certifications, licensing or training in security or safety related field is highly suggested.

   

  The school will provide a work shirt, jacket and equipment as needed. You are required to supply pants and shoes.
  
  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume to careers@viewpoint.org.

• JV Head/Assistant Tennis Coach

  Viewpoint School is currently looking for possibly two passionate individuals to help head up our Junior Varsity Boys Tennis team this spring. The position is Monday-Thursday with most trainings taking place on Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Warner Center Tennis. Matches take place on Tuesday and Thursday after school. Candidates should have playing experience and feel comfortable leading a group of 12-14 players. The season begins February 3 and finishes on April 23, 2020.
  
  Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.