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Job Title:                            Director of Well-being and Belonging

Office or Division:             All School

Reports To:                        Head of School

Effective Dates:                 August 14, 2023 – June 15, 2024 (FTE 1.0, 10 months)

Position Summary

Wellington is seeking a school leader with a counseling background and a collaborative approach to help support our faculty and students through additional well-being and belonging programming. This position will supervise our counselors, with an interest in integrating a team that includes counseling, learning support, and DEI components. The position has the following initial areas of focus:

  1. Build systems and processes to integrate our counseling, learning support, and student life activities to create a highly connected student success approach.
  2. Support students, families, and faculty with programming focused on belonging, incorporating school initiatives connected to our diversity, equity, and inclusion work, including work with our students and relevant clubs and co-curricular experiences.
  3. Coordinate outside professional resources and presenters related to well-being and belonging topics deemed most impactful and necessary for our students, parents, and faculty.
  4. Work in close coordination with the Wellington leadership team.

Position Requirements

  • Significant experience in school counseling (independent school experience is preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to build systems and processes related to student support
  • Experience with and an understanding of clinical counseling practices
  • Deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with significant experience and training in the implementation of programming and leadership in this realm
  • Understanding of educational, physical, social, and psychological needs of students and expertise in collaborating with additional professionals to support school needs
  • Effective communication, including experience with written, verbal, and social media
  • Comfort with and understanding of technology
  • A degree (master’s preferred) in school counseling

All qualified candidates should submit the following to Christine Conkle, executive assistant to the head of school, at conkle@wellington.org by April 1, 2023:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

Job Title:                            Math Teacher – Long-term Substitute and Part-time

Office or Division:             Middle School

Reports To:                        Co-Heads of Middle School

Effective Dates:                 March 27-June 2, 2023 (Hours: 7:45 - 11:45 am)

Position Summary

Wellington is seeking a long-term substitute for middle school math. While this position is a part-time contracted position, there will be opportunities to extend the day in other substitute teaching capacities, if desired.

The ideal candidate will have math teaching experience and the ability, talent, and desire to teach a range of math classes. Candidates should be forward-thinking, innovative, collaborative, and enthusiastic in their approach to their classroom environment. Demonstrated integration of current academic technologies, diverse teaching strategies, and varied modes of assessment.

Key Responsibilities (Long-term Substitute):

  • Teach two sections of math (5th grade advanced math and 6th grade Pre-Algebra)
  • Serve as an involved and committed member of the faculty
  • Recognize the importance of diverse teaching strategies and modes of assessment
  • Model a growth mindset in all aspects of professional endeavors

Qualified candidates should send materials to Jamie Fencl, middle school administrative assistant, at fencl@wellington.org by March 24, 2023. All candidates should include:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

More information can be found at http://www.wellington.org/about/employment.

Job Title:                            Technology and Special Event Coordinator

Office or Division:             Technology

Reports To:                        Director of Technology

Effective Dates:                 2023-24 school year – start date August 1, 2023 | FTE 1.0/11-month

                                               Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., (flexible work hours to support morning and evening events)

Position Summary

Wellington seeks an individual with strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to support others in the areas of technology and audio/visual services. This individual works to improve the ease of technology use within the community and will take the lead on community events to ensure the school is well positioned for success. The technology and special event coordinator is a member of the technology department and will work closely with the experience team to provide support and technical knowledge as needed. They will also be available on-demand to help answer a variety of technology-related questions and concerns for all constituents of the school (students, parents, faculty, staff, board members, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare for school events
  • Work with Staffulty to plan for upcoming events
  • Understand and prepare for technology and audio-video A/V needs for each event
  • Prepare and maintain an events calendar
  • Available and present for all in-house events to ensure hands-on support
  • Livestream events as needed
     
  • Provide technical assistance
  • Provide on-demand support to students, faculty, parents, and staff (may include servicing devices, Wi-Fi troubleshooting, resetting logins, etc.)
  • Work as a member of the Technology Team to respond to technology support requests 
  • Act as a hardware/software resource 
  • Maintain and systemically review all A/V systems
  • Maintain and systematically review programs for all computer systems  
  • Maintain inventory and upkeep of division specific technology equipment.  Example:  iPad program or Chromebook program 
  • Support faculty with implementation of technology projects
     
  • Contributes to the overall school community  
  • Performs any other reasonable duties related to school operations which are requested by the Director of Technology or the Head of School. 
     

Position Requirements

  • Candidates should have a bachelor’s in computer science, education, or related field, or a minimum of 5 years related experience.
  • Familiarity with both Windows and Macintosh Operating Systems.
     

Skills, Tasks and Abilities

  • Technical support skills for computer hardware and software
  • Technical knowledge and experience with audio and video equipment
  • Actively engaging in ongoing professional learning by keeping abreast of new knowledge in technology
  • Mechanically and grammatically correct written language
  • Attend required meetings
     

Characteristics

  • The ability to work effectively as a valued and collaborative team member
  • A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all aspects of professional practice
  • A commitment to the exchange of ideas, benefits from sharing, and receiving feedback

Qualified candidates should send materials to John Kruzan, director of technology, kruzan@wellington.org by June 1, 2023. All candidates should include:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

More information can be found at http://www.wellington.org/about/employment.

Job Title:                            Upper School Counselor

Office or Division:             Upper School

Reports To:                        Head of Upper School

Effective Dates:                 2023-2024 school year (10-month, 1.0 FTE)

Position Summary

The Wellington upper school (grades 9 -12) is seeking a dynamic counselor to help students find their purpose and realize their potential for tomorrow’s world. The counselor will collaborate with the head of upper school, dean of students, and grade level deans to impact all aspects of student wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading, developing, and delivering an engaging, forward-thinking, research-based social-emotional learning curriculum to students in grades 9-12.
  • Provide culturally affirming support to a diverse student body. These cultural identifiers include, but are not limited to, ethnicity, family status, gender identity and expression, neurodiversity, race, sexuality, and socioeconomic status.
  • Support students in developing skills including, but not limited to, healthy peer relationships, social problem solving, and stress management.
  • Provide individual and group counseling to students.
  • Advise and train faculty and staff on an individual student therapeutic needs and best practices to support student needs.
  • Collaborate with the learning specialist to create student support plans.
  • Identify and use clear protocols for assessing and supporting students in need, students in transition, and safety concerns.
  • Refer students and family to behavioral health specialists and collaborate with them to develop support plans for students.
  • Offering faculty and staff training and support in social-emotional learning and well-being for children.
  • Consulting with dean of students and grade level deans on student behavior and social-emotional needs.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation including records on all counseling work.
  • Facilitating affinity and belonging groups, as needed, for upper school students.
  • Eagerly participates in and actively pursuing professional development opportunities based on best practices as well as our school mission and goals.
  • Actively embracing, demonstrating, and modeling equity, inclusivity, and cultural competence in all aspects of practice.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or school counseling (master’s degree preferred).
  • Ohio Department of Education Pupil Services License required.
  • Experience working with high school students (grades 9 -12).
  • Knowledge of child development and how to support social-emotional development.
  • Knowledge of learning differences and how to support students who learn differently in the classroom.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency in all aspects of practice.
  • Communicate with parents through forward-thinking use of technology complemented by proactive communication in other formats.
  • Actively engage in ongoing professional learning.

Qualified candidates should send materials to Brenda Porter, upper school administrative assistant, porter@wellington.org by April 1, 2023. All candidates should include:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

More information can be found at http://www.wellington.org/about/employment.

Job Title:                      School Nurse (part-time)

Office or Division:       Operations

Reports To:                  Chief Operating Officer/Director of Athletics

Effective Dates:           2023-24 school year (10-month, 0.5 FTE)
                                      (preferred hours 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Mon-Fri)

Key Responsibilities

The part-time school nurse works in partnership with the full-time school nurse and the school to create a healthy environment and to respond to the individual needs of children. 

Position Requirements

The part-time school nurse assists in the management of school health services, is responsible for the health needs of students ranging from three to eighteen years of age, and provides care and health advice for employees.

School Health Services

  • Assists in providing individualized care for each student  
  • Ensures the continuity of care for students with health needs while they are away from school by instructing faculty on how and when to intervene, how to administer injectable medication, and when to summon emergency care.   
  • Protects confidential health information as it pertains to HIPAA and FERPA requirements while providing faculty and staff with the information they need to educate children with health issues. 
  • Plans, delivers, and documents the care given.  
  • Communicates with parents about any situation that may be serious or affect their child’s ability to learn. 
  • Dispenses prescription medication according to physicians’ orders. Dispenses over-the-counter medication according to standing orders with parent permission. 
  • Conducts age-appropriate, required health screenings and notifies parents when referral for further evaluation is necessary. 
  • Participates in the identification and follow-up of students at risk for physical and psychosocial problems. 
  • Institutes Ohio Department of Health guidelines for control of communicable diseases. 
  • Follows the guidelines for crisis/emergency care. 
  • Ensures compliance with regulations governing programs and facilities as related to health, wellness, and health services. 
  • Advocates for student health and wellbeing.

 Health Education 

  • Assists in educating students, families, and employees about communicable diseases and ways to prevent their spread. 
  • Assists in educating parents about caring for sick children and when they need to stay home. 
  • Assists in classroom instruction on health-related topics. 
  • Utilizes the opportunity to provide health teaching during student visits to the health office. 
  • Serves as a resource to students, families, and employees regarding general health information.  

School Environment 

  • Identifies safety hazards by utilizing student injury data and reports these to the facilities manager for corrective action. 
  • Monitors items or practices that may cause health hazards or nuisance health problems and recommends change. 
  • Participates in inspections of the school environment by regulating agencies. 
  • Advises on methods of communicable disease control when there is an environmental concern. 

Other Duties 

  • Assumes responsibility for professional growth and continuing education activities.
  • Maintains the highest standards of nursing practice and ethics.
  • May be asked to attend large school events like, but not limited to, commencement.

Preferred Educational and Experiential Preparation

  • Current RN License in the state of Ohio
  • Experience with adolescent diabetic care
  • At least 2 years of working experience as a registered nurse

All qualified candidates should submit the following to Vanessa Wolfe, Human Resources Coordinator at wolfe@wellington.org by March 1, 2023:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

More information can be found at http://www.wellington.org/about/employment.

Office or Division:       Early Childhood/Lower School

Reports To:                  Director of Experiential Learning

Effective Dates:           August 2022-June 2023, part-time 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Position Summary:

Wellington’s Early Childhood and Lower School Aftercare Program supports three-year-old students through fourth grade. It is a fee-based program designed to provide a safe, positive, and fun transition between the school day and home. The Aftercare Program is available from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Indoor/outdoor recess, snacks, and themed activities are just a few of the experiences for the students while in Aftercare.      

Aftercare teachers are responsible for supervising and providing a positive and safe experience for students after school. Students are in smaller groups based on age, and each group is supported by dedicated staff through the afternoon. Students’ interests guide some of the activities and teachers’ interests can also guide the offerings for students.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Be accountable for students arriving to the program
  • Active supervision of students
  • Positively engage with students during snack, structured activities, and unstructured play
  • Help plan and implement games, crafts, read-alouds, and other indoor/outdoor activities
  • Hold students accountable to follow behavioral expectations
  • A positive sense of humor, enthusiasm, and effective communication and written communication skills

Qualified candidates should send materials to Gina Spicer, Director of Experiential Learning, at spicer@wellington.org. All candidates should include:

We believe every person plays a role in making Wellington a diverse, equitable, and inclusive place to learn, teach, and work. We seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and staff who thrive on being engaged participants in our vibrant, innovative educational community. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, financial aid, or employment.

More information can be found at http://www.wellington.org/about/employment.

Wellington fills our substitute needs through the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO).  Apply to be a substitute through the ESC of Central Ohio

Questions regarding the application process, may be addressed by contacting the ESCCO at substitute@escco.org or 614-445-3750. 

Wellington offers competitive daily pay rates and a free lunch to substitutes.