List of 3 items.

• 7th-8th Social Studies Teacher

  Grade levels: 7^th and 8^th 
  Department: Middle School

  Location: Middle School Classroom  
  Immediate supervisor: Head of Middle School 

  Anticipated Start: January 2027
  
  

  Teacher’s Primary Purpose: To design and implement creative and engaging social studies lessons that allow each student the opportunity to reach their God-given potential in a way that supports the mission and values of the school.

   

  Duties & Responsibilities: 

   

  • Specialization and passion for teaching social studies (primarily United States History)
  • Staying current with teaching strategies, techniques, and educational technology 
  • Plan and implement the Middle School Geography Bowl 
  • Consistent and clear parent and student communication
  • Working collaboratively with administrators and colleagues  
  • Participation on school committees 
  • Attendance and participation in divisional meetings 
  • Student arrival and/or dismissal duties 
  • Adherence to Woodland’s Faculty Guidelines 
  • Participating in professional development 
  • Supervision of students 
  • Ability to work well with others in a collaborative independent Christian school environment
  • Implementation of Woodland’s Educational Philosophy
  • Support the school’s Statement of Faith
    
     
    
    Experience & Physical Requirements: 
  • Teaching experience (minimum of three years preferred but not required) 
  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in related field 
  • Valid teacher licensure preferred 
  • Proficient to advanced technology skills 
  • Ability to regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and visually identify visitors 
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds 
    
     
    
    Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application and email a cover letter, resume, and personal statement of educational philosophy (PDF version) to employment@woodlandschool.org or mail to: Woodland Presbyterian School, Attn: Employment, 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38119

   

  Woodland believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

• After-School Care

  After-School Care Counselors are in charge of children aged 2 through eighth grade. Duties could include leading a variety of activities, games, serving snacks, and helping students with homework. 
  
  

  After School Care Counselors must possess the following qualities and/or skills:

  • Strong communication skills, counselors must be able to talk with students and colleagues about the progress of children in their care
  • Patience and strong decision-making skills
  • Instructional and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and visually observe students and the environment
  • Ability to follow and enforce safety policies
  • Flexibility and adaptability to new situations  
  • Assist in recreation programs
  • Assist with student check‐in/out
  • Attend all training meetings
  • Willingness to work indoors and outdoors
  • Must be 18 years old or older and be able to pass a background and reference check

  
  Work Hours and Compensation:

  After-school Care and Summer Camp Counselors are seasonal positions with daily work hours from 2:15-6:00 p.m.
  
  

  Application Process:

  Email or send by mail a cover letter, this employment application, a resume, and references to  employment@woodlandschool.org or by mail at 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.
  
  Woodland believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

• Substitute Teacher

  Substitute Teacher
  
  

  Grade Levels: Little Woodland (two year olds) – eighth grade
  Department: Early Childhood, Lower School, and Middle School
  Immediate Supervisor: Division Director

  Job Summary: Substitute for regular classroom teacher
  
  

  Job Responsibilities:
  

  • Assume all duties and responsibilities of regular classroom teacher;
  • Follow lesson plans provided by classroom teacher and facilitate learning opportunities for students;
  • Supervise students throughout daily routine in a variety of settings;
  • Communicate effectively and interact with students and staff (With parents, as necessary);
  • Provide an environment and climate conducive to the cognitive, educational, social, emotional, and physical development of children;
  • Other duties as requested.

  Knowledge/Experience/Physical Requirements:
  

  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Education or a related field
  • Experience working with children, preferably as a classroom teacher
  • Ability to regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and visually observe students and the environment
  • A positive attitude and the ability to work well with others

  
  

  Application Process:

  Email or send by mail a cover letter, employment application, resume, references, and a statement of educational philosophy to employment@woodlandschool.org or by mail at 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.
  
  Woodland believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.