Careers

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Teacher of English in the Middle and Upper Schools for the 2022-23 school year. Successful candidates will be innovative, collaborative teachers who use student-centered approaches to develop adventurous readers, flexible thinkers, and robust writers and communicators.  We welcome a wide variety of skills and interests, including understanding of social and emotional learning, Advanced Placement experience, and ability to advise a student magazine.  

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

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Dean of 11th Grade. The Grade Level Deans are responsible for maintaining Viewpoint’s culture and community at their respective grade levels. They value student wellness, enforce behavioral expectations, and work with teachers to maintain a positive and respectful environment in the grade. The successful candidate for each position will bring excellent leadership and communication skills to the role along with a strong understanding of Upper School students. Grade Level Deans report to the Head of Upper School and the Dean of Students.

Specifics duties include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

• Teacher of two Upper School classes.
• Supports students to meet community expectations of dress code, attendance, sign-in
• procedures, and hallway behavior. Also, follow-through with correspondence record keeping
• relating to discipline through Conduct.
• Meets regularly with the Dean of Students.
• Present in the hallway during two free periods, I Block and lunch on a rotating basis.Works with Human Development and Diversity and Inclusivity programs to plan grade level
• seminars
• Serve as a member of the Student Support Team.
• Works with College Counselors to support student needs.
• Attends all grade level events including but not limited to retreats and dances.
• Encourage class unity and class/school spirit.
• Facilitates grade level meetings with teachers to support students.
• Meets regularly with students to check in.
• Help facilitate grade level transitions.
• Facilitate grade level retreat/ events.

Candidates interested in applying for the position should submit an updated resume 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.  https://deerfieldassociates.com/viewpoint-school/

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 

Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Director of Special Events for Advancement. Under the supervision of the Assistant Head of School for External Affairs, the Director of Special Events is responsible for the planning and implementation of all special events organized by the external affairs office. This individual is responsible for creating and leading a program of special events and donor relations programs and oversees all event fundraising activities. Events range from small intimate dinners to stewardship events, and a large-scale ticketed benefit and auction. The Director is a key member of the team and is involved with all fundraising-related activities.

 Primary Functions: 

• Implement a comprehensive special events fundraising strategy; Develop and maintain an annual calendar of Viewpoint Fund, Cultivation, and Benefit events; Select events include the annual benefit, new parent cultivations events, grandparent’s day, donor recognition events, and campaign events; Work with team and volunteer leadership to conceptualize events, including the purpose, targeted audience, key themes, location, and timeline. 
• Along with the Assistant Head of School for External Affairs, brief Viewpoint administrators, trustees, and others on their roles in events, including, if necessary, a briefing packet (guest list, profiles, program, script, etc.) about the event with adequate lead-time.
•  Design and manage all event logistics including catering, venue, transportation, signage, audio/visual, invitation lists, printed and e-invitations, programs, and presentation materials; serve as the office’s liaison with the School’s operations staff; Partner with Chief Marketing Officer on marketing, branding strategy, content creation, and outreach strategy for all advancement events.
• Work closely with the Director of Advancement Services to effectively document all contacts with donors, prospective donors, and special events attendees using Raiser’s Edge’s best practices; oversee processing and acknowledgement of event registrations, auction items, sponsorships, contributions, and tickets.
• Stewards relationships with the School's families, trustees, alumni, faculty, parents, and staff; Identifies and cultivates relationships with Annual Benefit co-chairs and members of the benefit committee; Engages in the life of the School by regularly participating in campus and community activities.
• Maintains, cultivates, and solicits personal portfolio of benefit leadership prospects and donors with a $500k+ target.
•  Other duties as assigned.

   Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Seven years or more of experience in fundraising events management at an independent school, university, museum, or other nonprofit organization required.
• Extensive Raiser’s Edge experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills with an ability to achieve cross-functional teamwork.
• Excellent oral and written communications and presentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate and lead all phases necessary in planning and executing a season of events.
• Experience managing and inspiring volunteer committees.
• Knowledge of special events trends and best practices.
• Highly-skilled in events and fundraising systems and auction software.
• Substantial experience coordinating large scale auctions.
• Experience developing and managing budgets.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends and immerse themself in Viewpoint community activities.

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 Accounts Receivable Administrator. The Accounts Receivable Administrator manages all accounts receivable functions of the School which includes timely processing and reporting.

Primary Functions: 

• Post tuition liability and generate monthly bills per the monthly schedule using accounts receivable module
• Follow up with divisional managers in order to post incidental charges that occur during the school year
• Process all cash receipts (this includes checks, e-checks, credit cards, etc.) for school related charges
• Maintain daily back up for all deposits (this includes pdf files from bank and e-checks and credit cards remittance forms from processing company)
• Post deposits into the accounting system
• Maintain accurate files of all billing transactions for each student account
• Prepare delinquent account letters to parents for signature
• Prepare tuition refund plan calculation and cover letter for withdrawn students for review by the Associate Business Manager and Assistant Director of Financial Aid
• Post all charges, credits, and refunds for financial aid recipients per the direction of the Associate Business Manager and Assistant Director of Financial Aid
• Prepare all the necessary components for the June tuition billing for review by the Associate Business Manager and Assistant Director of Financial Aid
• Responsible for the online re-enrollment contract process including the non-financial contracts when applicable. Generate the appropriate paperwork for students on financial or academic hold.
• Answer accounts receivable phone inquiries and follow up to ensure questions and issues have been resolved
• Coordinate letter and e-mail communication with current families regarding the Financial Aid process, deadlines, and components
• Publish Financial Aid Contracts and engage in parent follow-up
• Prepare all accounts receivable monthly reports
• Prepare the monthly A/R Analysis Report
• Prepare cash deposits for tuition and incidentals and maintain a backup schedule for such deposits
• Process and post deposits for the Patriot Card
• Coordinate with the Support Service Department the building of debit statements for the Patriot Debit Cards
• Prepare delinquent account paperwork to send to collection agency
• Publish Financial Aid contracts and engage in parent follow-up
• Assist with special projects, as requested

 Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

• Position requires Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of three years of accounting/financial administration experience, however, in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree, the School will consider equivalent combination of college and related work experience
• Must demonstrate competency with basic word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, and computer functions.  Knowledge of Senior Systems accounting software a plus
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to set priorities and work well with deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in working with highly sensitive information
• Detail oriented and understand the need for a high degree of accuracy
• 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 seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator. The Accounts Payable Administrator process payments for goods and services according to school procedures. Compile and maintain accounts payable reports, records and files.

Primary Functions: 

• Reviews and verifies invoices and other requests for payment
• Prepares AP checks according to school policies and payment procedures
• Answers all vendor inquiries
• Assists with monthly closings and special departmental projects
• Opens and distributes daily mail
  • Send any invoices received out for supervisor approval
  • Organize and run an adding machine tape of any accounts receivable checks received
  • Organize and distribute to the Senior Accountant any Advancement cash receipts
• Reconcile all corporate credit card statements
• File and maintain all vendor files
• Match Purchase Orders to invoices
• Process petty cash requests
• Vendor W-9 maintenance and prepare year-end 1099’s
• Process cash and check payments for miscellaneous school activities and the Summer Programs
• Fill in during the absence of the Purchasing Manager or Accounts Receivable Administrator
• Maintain the Business Office inventory and its presence
• Assist with special projects, as requested by Controller, Associate Business Manager or Senior Accountant

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree with coursework or work experience in accounting is recommended.  
• Must demonstrate competency with basic word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, and computer functions. 
• Knowledge of Senior Systems, Blackbaud FE and/or Sage accounting software a plus
• Experience with invoice processing software a plus (e.g., Bill, Yooz and/or Concur).
• Requires strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to set priorities and work well with deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality working with highly sensitive information
• Detail oriented and understand the need for a high degree of accuracy
• Position requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, multitasking, and writing
• 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 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 offering a competitive wage.

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

Viewpoint School is currently seeking an 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.