Careers

Viewpoint School is currently seeking an Assistant Head of Middle School. The Assistant Head of Middle School provides direct support to the Head of Middle School in matters of curriculum coordination, scheduling, document production, parent counseling and student support.

Primary Functions: 

• Assists the Head of Middle School in all aspects of the Middle School's operations
• Heads the Middle School in the absence of the Division Head
• Plans major events in the Middle School calendar, including faculty meetings, orientation, Parents Night, and Eighth Grade Promotion
• Takes an active role in planning and implementing Middle School efforts for diversity and inclusion
• Participates actively in admission events and the promotion of the Middle School; collaborates with parent volunteers in development of events
• Participates collaboratively in overseeing the curriculum of the Middle School
• Works closely with department chairs and administrators from all divisions to consider scheduling and course offerings
• Works with teachers and administrators of the Lower and Upper Schools to help ensure a smooth transition for students between divisions
• Participates in Education Council (curriculum committee), Middle School Student Support Team, and Admissions Committee
• Schedules the Middle School assembly program
• Works with the School Counselor to facilitate the Advisory Program
• Manages the Middle School Daily Bulletin
• Supervises carpool and provides active supervision of student life
• Coordinates grade-wide field trips
• Ensures all classes are covered and coordinates substitute teachers
• Assists the Head of Middle School with the hiring of new faculty.
• Coordinates and schedules placement testing of Middle School students in conjunction with the Admissions Department
• Administers and coordinates necessary standardized testing in the Middle School and leads faculty in the analysis of this data
• Joins with the Middle School administrative team in facilitating parent/teacher conferences
• Assists with Middle School discipline (when appropriate)
• Teaches a Middle School class (when available) 

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

• Master’s degree or postgraduate work in subject matter and/or educational administration is preferred
• A minimum of five years teaching and administration experience in an independent school environment or Bachelor’s Degree plus equivalent teaching and administration experience in an independent school environment.
• Demonstrated fluency with MS Office Suite, educational technology, online gradebooks, and a school Learning Management System
• Ability to communicate rapidly and effectively with all constituents in a school environment
• Demonstrated skill in diplomatically and effectively managing difficult situations involving students, teachers, and families
• Position requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision-making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, multitasking, and writing
• The successful candidate should be current on trends and directions in pedagogy and education
• 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 to careers@viewpoint.org.

Viewpoint School is currently looking for a part-time marketing and communications intern to join our team for the Spring semester to support the functions of our Marketing department. This is a paid internship. We’re looking for a self-starter with strong interests in digital marketing, design, photography and video creation, social media, writing, and community. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for marketing and public relations with a keen attention to detail and is an outgoing and hardworking individual. You’ll need to be able to think creatively, be self-motivated, and produce extremely detailed work. This internship will also provide hands-on insight into a fast-paced role, as well as invaluable learning about the marketing industry. You will report to the Director of Digital Marketing and Communications. This internship offers 20-25 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support with all marketing administrative needs
• Assist with managing on-site productions
• Provide support for all PR-related events, including photo and video documentation; creation of social media posts and news stories
• Develop local media lists
• Support community relations efforts
• Support digital marketing campaigns, initiatives and executions
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorms

Qualifications:

• College student studying Marketing/Communications, Advertising, Public Relations or related fields
• Applied understanding of basic marketing principles
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
•  Adept in basic photography and video
•  Creative problem-solving skills
•  Self-starter with ability to work independently
•  Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment.
•  Strong written, verbal and organizational
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

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

Viewpoint is currently seeking a Systems Administrator reporting to our Director of Information Technology.   This position’s primary function is to support the Apple and Google technologies at the school.  Secondary functions include resolving support tickets requiring escalation, interfacing with users throughout the support process and configuration/deployment of end-user devices through management tools and processes. 

Primary functions include but limited to, effectively leverage Jamf Pro to configure, deploy, manage, and maintain Mac computers, iPads, and Apple TVs.  Manage server and cloud solutions such as: Google Workspace, Active Directory, Office 365, Zoom, Avast Antivirus, Windows Print Server, PaperCut Print Management, VDI, and storage.  Assist with support ticket resolution; provide feedback to IT staff as needed throughout the resolution process and ensure communication to the end-user through the life of the ticket.  Write and maintain clear imaging and application deployment documentation for Tier 1 support personnel; develop technical documentation for employees, students & online knowledge base. Identify trends and frequent problems; address by create automations or compiling front-facing documentation, as well as complying with departmental SLAs, ticket management and solution documentation procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in supporting macOS, iOS and Google technology.  Jamf Certified Admin (required) or Jamf Certified Expert (desired), Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP), Google Certified Associate Cloud Engineer or higher, Bash/Python Scripting experience as well as experience with Google SSO SAML, Apps Script, JavaScript and API’s.

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

Viewpoint School is currently seeking an Assistant Varsity Coach and Head Coach of Frosh Soph Boys Basketball. The Assistant Varsity Coach/Head Coach of Frosh Soph Boys Basketball will instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition by planning practices, supervising students, and provide excellent coaching. The Coach will help athletes improve their individual skill sets while building team chemistry. In addition, The Coach will also be responsible for scouting future opponents, stat keeping, and scouting reports. In addition the Coach will be required to attend all practices and games. A complete knowledge of rules, strategies, and techniques of the game of basketball is required. Qualifications include previous Varsity coaching/playing experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for teaching.

Viewpoint School is currently seeking an energetic and dynamic person to assist in supervising students that attend our Extended Day Program. The Extended Day Program provides childcare services to K-5 students every afternoon, Monday through Friday. Our program includes daily playground time, homework assistance, special games and activities, and weekly art projects. The ideal candidates would add to our team through their passion for education and previous experience working with children. This is a part-time position. 

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

Viewpoint is currently seeking a Support Services Runner. The Support Services Runner assists with the setup and tear down of all types of campus events.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup and tear down of all types of campus events, during the day, after-hours, and on weekends. Move, load and unload furniture and equipment, set up tables and chairs, transport food, beverages, and supplies to the event site. Restore and reconfigure event site once event ends.
• Support the School’s performing arts programs by assisting with set assembly and working as a stage hand during events.
• Maintain and manage stockrooms and storage areas in which event and break area supplies are kept. Ensures supplies are on hand ahead of when they are needed. Know where everything is, monitor inventory levels, place replenishment orders as needed as well as new orders for unique event-specific items, and shop for items that cannot be delivered.
• Fulfill requests for breakroom supplies in a timely manner.

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School diploma is required. College degree preferred.
• Employee must be available to work a flexible schedule with the ability to occasionally work early mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Employee must possess a valid drivers’ license, maintain a clean driving record, and be coverable by School’s insurance.
• Experience in a customer service setting preferred, with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with parents, faculty, staff, and administration
• Employee must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time, must be able to climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain and hillside pathways, must be able to carry, transport, and lift up to 50 pounds, and must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Position requires dependability, reliability, punctuality, flexibility, adaptability, common sense, problem solving, decision making, and good judgment.
• Employee must be fully capable using English and be able to write, read, speak, understand, and carry out complex instructions communicated in that language.

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

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Middle School Spanish teacher who is able to teach introductory and beginner level courses at the Middle School level with the possibility of covering intermediate-low sections as needed. The ideal candidate employs a variety of comprehensible input strategies, brings alive the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and designs engaging, student-centered lessons. Successful candidates should have native or near-native fluency, demonstrated teaching experience in language acquisition, and/or an advanced degree in Spanish. We seek applicants who wish to be involved in Spanish clubs, serve as advisors, desire to collaborate across divisions, and are willing to work with departmental colleagues in the areas of curriculum design and development. Viewpoint prioritizes candidates who are creative, collaborative, foster a love of learning, and spark intellectual curiosity in the classroom. 

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated résumé to careers@viewpoint.org

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a qualified professional for the role of Senior Director of Major Gifts to join our experienced, creative, and inclusive team during our 60^th Anniversary year. The individual is a key member of the team, responsible for raising more than $1 million annually in designated funds from current parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents, as well as managing a Major Gifts Officer. Reporting to the Assistant Head of School for External Affairs, the Director is part of an advancement team that raises over $3 million annually for general operating support, designated giving to arts, athletics, STEM, faculty professional development, and financial aid as well as restricted funds for special projects. The position will also supervise the Major Gifts Officer. The Senior Director of Major Gifts will oversee the planning and implementation of the individual giving program, which includes the Head of School Circles ($25k-$100k), Leaders’ Circle ($10k+), and the Patriots’ Circle ($5K) as well as the alumni and planned giving program.  The Director has a defined portfolio of 150 prospects of alumni, parents of alumni, and current parents. The individual will work closely with the Director of Special Events and Director of the Viewpoint Fund to develop compelling programming and unique events for the stewardship, cultivation, and upgrading of Viewpoint Fund donors.

To explore this superb career opportunity on a highly confidential basis please send your resume and letter of interest along with a list of 4 references (which will only be contacted if mutual interest is determined) to: Doug Cooney, Executive Search Consultant, DEERFIELD ASSOCIATES Executive Search, Inc.  572 Washington Street, Suite 15, Wellesley, MA 02482   Telephone: 781-237-2800.  Email: jobs@deerfieldassociates.com