Woodland Presbyterian School, a co-ed, 2K-8, independent Christian school, seeks a part-time (5 hours/day for 12 months) Administrative Assistant to work as a member of Woodland’s team. This position will ideally begin training in November 2021. The Administrative Assistant reports directly to the Head of School and works closely with all faculty, staff, administration, and all stakeholders of Woodland. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for many general office management tasks and assists with internal and external communication, marketing, and event planning.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of integrity and have related work experience. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred but not required. He/she must be creative, detail oriented, well-organized, warm, friendly, and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced independent Christian school environment. Strong computer and technology skills are necessary (Excel, Word, data-entry). 

Job Description: 

The Administrative Assistant supports the administrative team, including the Head of School. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for many office management tasks including maintaining office supplies and equipment, student cumulative records, and sending and receiving student transcripts. The Administrative Assistant often answers and transfers phone calls, helps coordinate and communicate with prospective families, faculty, staff, parents, and students. This position also helps plan and coordinate events that take place throughout the school year. 

Qualified applicants should submit: 1- application, 2- resume, and 3- philosophy of customer service in an independent school to Adam Moore, Head of School, via email at amoore@woodlandschool.org or by mail to 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119.  

After-School Care Counselors are in charge of children age 2 through eighth grade that stay after school. In this role, your duties could include leading a variety of activities, games, serving snacks, helping students with homework. After-school care counselors offer students the chance to be productive and have fun in a safe and supportive environment.

Successful After School Care Counselors 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:
The position of After School Care Counselor is a seasonal position that is paid once a month, starting salary is $10/hour. The daily hours worked vary but run no longer than 2:30-6:30; a specific work schedule is created upon hire.

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

Applicants should submit an application, a resume, and a letter of interest to Amy Smythe, Head of Early Childhood and Lower School, by email at asmythe@woodlandschool.org or by mail to 5217 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38120. All candidates must pass a drug screening test and background check, as well as provide three references before being employed.

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