Woodland Presbyterian School is committed to maintaining a talented faculty and staff. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and support diversity through our academic and extracurricular initiatives as well as faculty development programs. 

Candidates interested in a position with Woodland Presbyterian School should complete this Employment Application and email it along with a cover letter, current resume, and personal statement of educational philosophy 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.

Current career opportunities are listed below. Please click on the title to view the complete job description.

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  • After-School Care & Summer Camp Counselors

    After-School Care and Summer Camp 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 and Summer Camp 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.