Careers

List of 5 items.

• Director of Development

  Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Director of Development. The Director of Development Works closely with the Assistant Head of School for Advancement, Head of School, and key volunteer committees to advance the mission and goals of the School and to create a culture of philanthropy. Responsible for managing the development program for Viewpoint School, including annual giving, planned giving, foundations and special events. Ensures that there is strong volunteer leadership and participation in development programs. Manages a portfolio of major gifts prospects
  
  

  RESPONSIBILITIES:      

   

  Management

   

  • In collaboration with the Assistant Head of School for Advancement, formulates a comprehensive development program.
  • Makes recommendations to Assistant Head of School for Advancement on the policy, staffing, and budget needed to accomplish goals.
  • Oversees the preparation of the annual development plan and budget.
  • Hires, trains, evaluates and supervises staff.
  • Oversees events designed to build community, steward donors and raise funds.
  • Oversees stewardship program designed to build a culture of philanthropy and to appropriately thank and recognize donors.
  • Oversees foundation relations.
  • Oversees information systems designed to support the school’s advancement efforts.
  • Ensures that direct reports have a performance plan with goals.

  • Develops ongoing professional development program for staff.
  • Recognizes staff for accomplishments using creative and personalized rewards.

   

  Annual Giving

   

  • Develops a detailed plan for the Viewpoint Fund, including revenue and expenditures for inclusion in the overall Development plan.
  • Sets goals based on historical analysis of donor and prospect base and School needs.
  • Develops targeted campaigns for parents of current students, grandparents of current students, alumnae parents, alumnae and faculty and staff.
  • Establishes complex calendar of solicitations by targeted constituency and fundraising strategy.
  • Uses wealth screening, giving history and other information to determine ask amounts for each constituent.    
  • Provides ongoing and targeted evaluation and analysis to meet goals.
  • Personally contacts prospects as appropriate for the annual fund.
  • Staffs the volunteer leadership for the Viewpoint Fund including ensuring that volunteers receive the appropriate support and recognition.
  • Manages an effective program of personal solicitation utilizing top-level volunteers, including identifying, enlisting, training, and recognizing volunteers.
  • Works with the Director of Alumni Relations and Viewpoint Network to raise funds from alumni.
  • Uses multiple channels in soliciting donors.
  • Coordinates Viewpoint Fund with other school fundraising.
  • Ensures that major gift prospects are identified among current annual fund donors.
  • Monitors program results and provides ongoing analysis and evaluation of solicitation programs.
  • Recommends and implements changes in strategies to meet program goals and objectives.
  • Composes written documents and brochures in support of the Viewpoint Fund.
  • Coordinates gift acknowledgment and pledge fulfillment.
  • Coordinates stewardship plan for annual fund donors.
  • Maximizes the corporate matching gift potential among current and prospective annual fund donors.
  • Manages Viewpoint Fund stewardship and cultivation events.
  • Manages the production of the Annual Report.

   

  Planned Giving

   

  • Identifies screens and prioritizes prospects who are strong candidates for making gifts to Viewpoint through planned giving vehicles.
  • Personally and with others cultivates donors to name Viewpoint in their estate plans.
  • Develops and implements a year-round marketing program for planned giving, including overseeing the preparation and distribution of promotional materials related to planned giving.
  • Establishes system to maintain and report on planned giving results and expectancies.

   

   

  Other Duties

   

  • Manages special projects assigned by the Assistant Head of School for Advancement.
  • Becomes involved in the life of the school, including attending school academic, performing arts and athletics events.

   

  QUALIFICATIONS:

   

  • 7+ years of progressively more responsible experience in advancement.
  • Impressive record of accomplishment in fundraising.
  • Deep appreciation and understanding of the School’s mission and the ability to articulate its values and vision internally and externally.
  • Ability to conceptualize, plan, and implement a cohesive strategy for development.
  • Thorough grasp of the current trends in development.
  • Proven ability to balance multiple priorities in a complex environment.
  • Strong presentation skills. Able to represent Viewpoint professionally.
  • Demonstrable planning, administrative, organizational, and budget skills.
  • Familiarity with computerized data management programs and their application in a development department setting. Experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus.
  • Ability to establish measurable goals and objectives and to develop and implement strategies to achieve them.
  • Capable of collaborating with others in the fulfillment of responsibilities.
  • Team building skills
  • Decision making skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Must possess strong verbal writing and communication skills
  • Program development skills, logistics, planning and creativity
  • Effective verbal and listening communications skills
  • Ability to work with little or no supervision

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

• Director of Strategic Marketing

  Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Director of Strategic Marketing. The Director of Strategic Marketing is responsible for telling the Viewpoint story to internal and external audiences, advancing the School’s mission and helping achieve our educational, enrollment, and philanthropic goals. Primary areas of responsibility include content creation, messaging, and storytelling that promotes Viewpoint’s unique value advances Viewpoint’s regional, state and national visibility and reputation, grows brand awareness, and communicates the School’s purpose, vision and values. The Director of Strategic Marketing ensures that marketing and communications efforts deepen the connection and emotional bonds the School’s constituents experience with Viewpoint. This individual oversees all internal and external marketing communications activities, including messaging and branding, publications, social media, digital communications, web presence, advertising and public relations, and advancement communications.
  
  The Director of Strategic Marketing reports to the Assistant Head of School for Advancement, serves as a member of the school’s senior leadership team, and works collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff and others to achieve institutional objectives. This role will work closely with the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment to market the school to potential applicants. This individual is also responsible for developing the case for support that drives the school’s fundraising efforts.
  
  Specific Responsibilities
  
  • Create and execute a strategic marketing communications plan to increase Viewpoint’s public profile, visibility, and brand–recognition at the regional and national level.
  

  • Serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership of Viewpoint on key strategies to elevate and maintain the school’s brand awareness among critical stakeholders.
  • Lead the strategic planning and production of a variety of web, social media, digital, print, video production, and other media products.
  • Ensure that predictive analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence are used to keep the School’s marketing strategies efficient and cutting edge.

  • Oversee the design, production, and distribution of all Viewpoint marketing and communication publications and printed material, working in close collaboration with relevant colleagues.
  

  • Oversee and ensure editing for the highest level of professionalism in all written communication that represents the School.
  • Oversee all website, video, and photography initiatives in keeping with brand objectives.
  • Oversee digital marketing efforts including website design, brand alignment, maintenance, and efficacy.
  • In partnership with the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment, provide leadership, strategy development, and execution for marketing and communications plans that meet specific enrollment goals.
  • In collaboration with the Assistant Head of School of Advancement, design strategies and implement concrete plans to improve participation and net dollars raised through annual giving and major gifts efforts.
  • Ensure brand and messaging quality and consistency and establish/enforce guidelines as needed across all departments, activities, and events and among professional and volunteer leadership.

  • Direct the day-to-day activities of the Marketing Communications office and ensure that administrative systems and procedures such as data collection, review, and reporting function smoothly and efficiently.
  

  • Manage and guide the Publications Manager and Digital Media Manager, setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback, and encouraging open and ongoing communication both within the Marketing Communications office and with other key departments.

  • Serve as the campus media relations contact generally and in emergency and crisis situations. Be on call 24/7 to communicate necessary information to the Viewpoint community.
  • Keep the Head of School, Assistant Head of School and other senior leaders informed with accurate and timely information regarding marketing communications initiatives and progress toward established goals.
  • Engage actively in professional development to remain current in best practices related to private-independent school communications, emerging social media, and effective marketing and branding strategies.
  • Actively support the Head of School, Viewpoint’s institutional priorities, and strategic framework, in alignment with the School’s mission, vision, and values.
  
  Qualifications
  
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • At least 7-10 years of experience in marketing and communications.
  • An ability to see the big picture when integrating different communications channels.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a highly collaborative nature.
  • Ability to facilitate work between a wide range of individuals and groups.
  • High level of energy, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Strategic thinker, innovative and versatile leader and have the proven ability to provide strategic direction while being hands-on and able to inspire a team.
  • High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information are a must.
  • Experience leading/inspiring a team of talented professionals.
  • Knowledge of evolving communications and marketing industry trends is required along with an understanding of data analytics, practices, tools and platforms.
  • Ability to develop new marketing assets across all mediums and channels, including social, print, video, advertising, etc.
  • Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines in an effective and timely manner.
  • Outstanding speaking, writing, and editing skills.
  • Ability to develop, monitor, and adhere to budgets and production schedules

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

• Teacher of First Grade

  Viewpoint School is seeking a Teacher of First Grade.
  
  Primary Functions:
  
  

  • Teach First Grade core curriculum subjects, using a wide variety of engaging, interactive teaching strategies.
  • Differentiate curriculum appropriate to students needs through small group lessons.
  • Use the Responsive Classroom approach to create a positive, structured, predictable, joyful learning environment for students.
  • Collaborate with the First Grade team to plan and implement lessons to maintain consistency in the curriculum. Meet with the grade level team weekly.
  • Evaluate and assess student progress in both academic and behavioral standards, providing developmentally appropriate grades and report card comments.
  • Integrate appropriate use of technology to enhance students’ understanding of curriculum content, yet maintain a variety of non-tech interactive teaching strategies.
  • Collaborate with enrichment teachers to create cross-curricular projects, where appropriate.
  • Work with the Primary School music teacher to perform at school assemblies.
  • Showcase student work at the annual Open House in May.
  • Communicate in a professional manner with parents and administrators regarding the program and student progress.
  • Support and assist with the annual Valentine Classroom Visit/Maker Space K-5 event in February.
  • Attend Back-to-School Night, Open House, Maker Day, Faculty Workshop Days, team meetings, and all mandatory professional development.
  • Participate in 1-2 Saturday admission events.
  • Be an active participant in other school events, as needed.
  
  Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:
  
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in teaching or a related field (credential preferred).
  • 3-5 years teaching experience.
  • Desire to continue seeking growth opportunities and professional development as an educator in a school environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with students, colleagues, and parents.
  • The desire and ability to contribute to student and community life inside and outside the classroom.
  • Recognition and promotion of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
  
  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.

• Teacher of Science in the Primary School

  Viewpoint School is seeking a Primary School (K-2) Science Teacher.
  
  Primary Functions:
  
  • Teach Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Science using a wide range of hands-on, inquiry-based lessons.
  • Incorporate STEAM concepts and Next Generation Science Standards, (NGSS), into the K-2 Science Curriculum.
  • Integrate appropriate use of technology to enhance students’ understanding of scientific concepts, yet maintain hands-on, inquiry-based exploration.
  • Initiate and plan field trips and guest speakers, working closely with homeroom teachers and the Lower School Science teacher in grades 3-5.
  • Collaborate with the Lower School Science teacher and Department Chair to coordinate and integrate the overall science program.
  • Work with the Lower School Science teacher to plan an Earth Day Assembly.
  • Evaluate and assess student progress in both science and behavioral standards, providing developmentally appropriate grades and report card comments.
  • Collaborate with other specialists and homeroom teachers to create cross-curricular projects.
  • Showcase student work at the annual Open House in May.
  • Communicate in a professional manner with parents, homeroom teachers, and administrators regarding the program and student progress.
  • Collaborate with the Innovation Space and Technology teachers to integrate lessons, where appropriate.
  • Assist with the annual Maker Space K-5 event.
  • Attending Back-to-School Night, Open House, Maker Day, Faculty Workshop Days, Science team meetings and Division meetings, and all mandatory professional development.
  • Participate in 2-3 Saturday admission events.
  • Be an active participant in other school events, as needed.
  
  

  Qualifications:

  
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in science, or a related field (credential preferred).
  • 3-5 years teaching experience.
  • Desire to continue seeking growth opportunities and professional development as a science educator in a school environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with students, colleagues, and parents.
  • The desire and ability to contribute to student and community life inside and outside the classroom.
  • Recognition and promotion of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
  
  Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume and cover letter to careers@viewpoint.org.
  

   

• Campus Safety Officer - On-Call

  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.