Administrative Opportunity at Stanley British Primary School

Position: Admission and Summer Camp Associate

Full Time Position: Starting June 15, 2022

Position: Admission and Summer Camp Associate

Reports to: Director of Admission and Summer Camp

Direct reports: None

Contract Terms: Full-time exempt, 12-month position, starting June 15, 2022

Key responsibilities

Stanley Admissions

• Provide personal initial point of contact for admissions inquiries

• Lead individual and small-group tours for prospective families.

• Attend open houses, student visit days, school fairs and other admissions related events in the Denver community (occasionally including evenings and weekends)

• Understand and effectively communicate with a wide range of constituencies about the Stanley BPS mission and British Primary educational philosophy. 

• Make meaningful connections between the unique attributes of Stanley BPS and the priorities of prospective families

• manage admissions database throughout the admissions process – inquiry through acceptance, and manage all applicant files

• Communicate effectively with families, including those of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, about all aspects of the admissions process and the Stanley BPS educational philosophy

• Coordinate and support parent and student volunteers who support the admissions program

• Administer screenings during student visits and meet with parents for follow-up interviews

• Assist with managing marketing materials

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission and Summer Program

Stanley Summer Camp

• Schedule staff and work with the Business Office to create contracts

• Serve as a main point of contact for Summer at Stanley customer service, and support parents and staff with scheduling and modifying summer camp orders.

• Using camp database system, create camp brochure and help develop and send out Summer at Stanley marketing and registration materials

• Organize Summer at Stanley staff paperwork, and support with all communication to Summer at Stanley staff

• Support the Summer Camp Director and the School Health Coordinator with organizing and maintaining student health care plans

• Helping with camp responsibility during the summer (engaging with campers, parents and staff).  

• Maintaining integrity and confidentiality around financial transactions and financial assistance.  

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission and Summer Program

Key competencies and qualifications

• Commitment to multicultural practice and cultural competence

• A high standard of integrity and ethical behavior with all constituencies and a commitment to customer service

• Highly professional interpersonal skills and masterful writing skills for a variety of audiences and purposes

• Strong experience employing relevant technology tools such as the Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and experience with Blackbaud and SchoolAdmin is preferred

• Tact, discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality in managing sensitive situations and information about students, staff and families.

Experience and background desired

• Bachelor’s degree

• Teaching and/or K-8 school administration experience. Experience in independent schools is strongly preferred.

• Understanding of British Primary philosophy and progressive educational philosophies.

• Prior work experience that reflects responsibility for organization, administration, communication, and customer service.

Compensation

This is a 12 month exempt administrative position.  Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications, and will be offered in the range of $50,000-$55,000.

We Value

• An inclusive and diverse community

• Joyfulness

• Lifelong learning

• Positive and constructive communication

• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness

• An understanding of children and childhood

• Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs.

To Apply

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Susan Farr Executive Assistant to the Head of School, [email protected].  

Teaching Opportunity at Stanley British Primary School

Opening:  3rd-8th Grade Visual Arts Teacher

 Full-time position to begin August 1, 2022

About Stanley BPS: For more than 40 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. We carefully blend an academic program grounded in a whole-child approach with an attention to each child’s social/emotional development. Our British Primary philosophy promotes the simple notion that when students enjoy what they’re doing and take an active role in their education, learning truly becomes a joy and a lifelong endeavor. SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Teaching 3rd-8th Grade visual and fine arts classes

• Inspiring and educating children to develop to their full potential – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and creatively

• Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community that values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child

• Implementing integrated, meaningful, developmentally-appropriate curricula in which students can explore and experiment through first-hand experiences

• Creating opportunities for students to know themselves, to make good choices, and take responsibility for their own learning and actions

• Assisting in the 3rd-8th grade events, trips, and other activities

• Depending on background, involvement with the middle school athletics program, and/or 3-8 extracurricular activities

• Assisting with duties, such as carpool, recess, and lunch duty

• Supporting other duties as assigned

• Actively engaging in ongoing professional development

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree

• A degree in the arts or experience teaching visual arts 

• An appreciation for and understanding of Stanley British Primary’s philosophy of education, including the 7 goals for learners of self-awareness, collaboration, respect, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, lifelong learning

• A deep enjoyment in working with, honoring, and valuing each individual child

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value in the classroom and within the school community

• A commitment to, enjoyment of, and appreciation of the developmental needs of 3rd-8th grade students

• A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students

• Experience working in a diverse environment

• Highly organized and attentive to detail, keeping track of a wide variety of dates, deadlines and logistics

• A willingness to pitch in and help out wherever needed

• A self-starter who is attentive to the needs of individual faculty and of the overall 3-4-5 and middle school teams.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Familiarity and comfort with a range of technology, including the Google platform and the Microsoft software suite

• A desire to work with 3-4-5 and middle school aged children

• A positive presence and enthusiasm for life-long learning

We Value:

• An inclusive and diverse community

• Joyfulness

• Lifelong learning

• Positive and constructive communication

• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness

• An understanding of children and childhood

• Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs.

Pay Range: $45,000-$80,000 depending on experience  

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Name: Susan Farr, Executive Assistant to the Head of School

Email: [email protected]

Stanley British Primary School                                 

303-360-0803

350 Quebec St.                                                          

Denver, CO 80230

Teaching Opportunity at Stanley British Primary School

Opening:  Middle School Social Studies  

• Full time position for the 2022-2023 school year

About Stanley BPS: For more than 40 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. We carefully blend an academic program grounded in a whole-child approach with an attention to each child’s social/emotional development. Our British Primary philosophy promotes the simple notion that when students enjoy what they’re doing and take an active role in their education, learning truly becomes a joy and a lifelong endeavor. SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Teach middle school social studies classes.

• Work within a team-based, collaborative environment to support students of varied levels and abilities.

• Develop curriculum that builds out the scope and sequence of the middle school science curriculum.

• Collaborate with colleagues to provide interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students across class.

• Assist with duties as needed, such as carpool, recess, and lunch duty.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:

• Experience teaching social studies or a relevant field.

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field to the discipline taught.

• A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students.

• Experience working in a diverse environment

• Commitment to engendering inclusiveness as a core value in the classroom and within the school community

• An appreciation for and understanding of Stanley British Primary’s philosophy of education, including the 7 goals for learners of self-awareness, collaboration, respect, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, lifelong learning

• A deep enjoyment of working with kids and getting to know them as individual people, honoring and valuing each individual child.

• A commitment to, enjoyment of, and appreciation of the development needs of middle school students.

• A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students.

• A bachelor’s degree.

• Experience working in a diverse environment.

• Highly organized and attentive to detail, able to keep track of a wide variety of dates, deadlines and logistics.

• A willingness to pitch in and help out wherever needed.

• A self-starter who is attentive to the needs of individual faculty and of the overall middle school team.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Familiarity and comfort with a range of technology, including the Google platform, and the Microsoft suite of software.

• A desire to learn as much as possible about the world of independent schools.

• A desire to work with middle school age children.

• A positive presence and enthusiasm for life-long learning.

We Value:

• An inclusive and diverse community

• Joyfulness

• Lifelong learning

• Positive and constructive communication

• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness

• An understanding of children and childhood

• Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs.

Pay Range: $45,000-$80,000 depending on experience

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Name: Susan Farr, Executive Assistant to the Head of School

Email: [email protected]

Stanley British Primary School                             

303-360-0803

350 Quebec St.                                                          

Denver, CO 80230

The Denver Waldorf School (DWS) is seeking an HR Generalist to join our faculty and staff as Human Resources Manager.  The HR Manager is responsible for the completion of all HR activities and functions in the following areas:  employee relations, employee equity, benefits management, management of hiring and termination processes, policy implementation, and payroll functions.  This individual serves the school by serving the faculty and staff in all areas related to employment. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Recruitment and hiring - job postings, candidate communications, scheduling interviews, salary determination and offer/hire letters
• Onboarding and offboarding of all employees – background checks and employee eligibility verifications, orientation, employee paperwork (including CDHS licensing requirements), exit interviews, unemployment claims
• Benefits Administration – enrollments, terminations, COBRA, changes, eligibility, annual open enrollment, compliance
• Employment records Management – maintain personnel files, payroll files, PTO, Leaves, ADA accommodations
• Payroll Processing – manage timesheets, manage payroll data, process payroll semi-monthly, process salary increases, manage year-end process and reporting
• Implement and enforce the policies and procedures – maintain and update Employee Handbook, hiring protocols
• Keep up to date with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations and maintain compliance
• Support employment-related questions and issues, leave requests, reasonable accommodations under ADAAA, disciplinary issues/actions

Requirements:

• 2 years of HR experience, including payroll processing
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or related field is preferred
• An HR certification is desired
• Outstanding written and verbal skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle difficult situations with diplomacy and professionalism
• Ability to work as part of a team 
• Proficiency in Word, Excel

Salary Range:  $48,000 - $56,000, depending on education and experience

Available benefits:  Health, Dental, Long Term Disability, Retirement Plan, FSA and HRA plans, Tuition Remission for one child, PTO.

The Denver Waldorf High School

The Denver Waldorf High School is an urban Waldorf school in the heart of Denver near the Rocky Mountains. The high school enrolls approximately 80 students within a prek-12th grade school of 315 students.  Our high school is broad in scope and vast in our curriculum.  With a deeply committed faculty and student body we are able to break molds and foster individualized journeys.  The school is an accredited member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS). The school’s mission is to awaken and inspire students’ critical thinking, emotional intelligence and artistic expression, preparing them to bring relevant contributions to the world. We are committed to recognizing and developing the whole human being in an inclusive and engaging environment.

To Apply

Please e-mail a letter of interest, resume and three references to:

HR Manager
The Denver Waldorf School
2100 S. Pennsylvania St.
Denver, CO 80210
or
email [email protected]