Employment

Middle School Field Instructor - Spring 2022

General Information:

Westside School, located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, serves ~350 students preschool through eighth grade. For 40 years the school has emphasized knowing and educating the whole child, learning by doing, and the cultivation of creativity across disciplines. The Outdoor Education program begins in 3rd grade. Through a variety of wilderness based outdoor experiences, each year introduces new skills and promotes individual student growth, teamwork, leadership, and adventure.

Position Summary:

Field instructors on Westside School outdoor trips are primarily responsible for outdoor skill instruction, leading activities and games, leading (or co-leading) decision making related to risk management, helping facilitate daily functions (meals, transitions, etc.), and sharing van driving responsibilities. We are currently looking for instructors for the following trips:

• 5th Grade: Introduction to Tent Camping, 6/7/22 - 6/10/22

  • The 5th grade will camp together for 3 nights in Mt Rainier NP, exploring the park through small group day hikes, and bonding through games, initiatives, and shared adventures.

• 7th Grade: Introduction to Backpacking, 6/7/22 - 6/10/22

  • Students will be split into 4 small groups (<10) for overnight backpacking trips in the North Cascade Mountains. Exact locations depend on snow and weather conditions.

Required Dates: 

• Friday, 6/3/22 - Orientation and training (new field instructors only)

• Monday, 6/6/22 - On campus prep with students (all field instructors)

• Tuesday 6/7 - Friday 6/10 - In field 

Qualifications:

• Current CPR + WFA, WRF, or higher medical certification

• Minimum of 21 years of age

• Pass a Washington State background check

• Current driver's license and willingness to drive 12-15 passenger vehicles

• Diverse outdoor experience

• Preference given to candidates with experience leading outdoor overnight trips with youth in the specified trip regions, and those who are able to participate in pre-trip prep days.

Compensation: 

$200 - $225 / day, depending on experience, for four field days, plus $150 / day for prep and orientation days. 

Contact: 
If interested, or for more details regarding either trip and/or instructor responsibilities, please submit a resume and two references to Colleen McCullagh, outdoors@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an equal opportunity employer.

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Classroom (4-5 year-olds) (1.0 FTE)

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside School serves 380 students in preschool through eighth grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten program serves 60 students in 2 preschool classrooms for 3-4 year olds, and 2 pre-K classrooms for 4-5 year olds. Each classroom has one lead teacher and one instructional assistant who collaborate to implement and design a meaningful, joyful, play-based early childhood program.

Westside expanded its early learning program in 2021! Read more about it here.

Westside is in search of a qualified teacher to join our Early Learning program as a lead teachers. Candidates should hold a degree in early childhood education, elementary education, or a related field such as human development. We are seeking candidates who are able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who have a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. The PK lead teacher are responsible for their classroom in all areas. Westside’s emergent PK curriculum is play-based, focused on experiential learning, and designed to foster the social-emotional foundations for academic learning. Our PK teachers promote a joyful school environment where play is learning, where our youngest students learn to make sense of the world around them, build social and cognitive skills, and construct knowledge that they will use as they move into Kindergarten and beyond.

It also involves creating a community of learners in the classroom who respect and care for one another. The lead teacher works collaboratively with other classroom and specialist teachers. The lead teacher participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Early Learning Division Head

Responsibilities include:

• Promote and advance  the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well being of the students in the classroom.
• Plan, prepare and deliver an experience that facilitates active, play-based learning.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
• Regularly assess student progress and present this learning in bi-annual progress reports and formal and in-formal conferences.
• Maintain the classroom environment and materials attractively and manage the classroom budget.
• Make students thinking and learning visible through documentation and classroom displays
• Share ownership for the educational program with colleagues and the Early Learning Division Head.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work.
• Set annual goals for focus and growth with the Early Learning Division Head, participate in a peer support team, and seek out and engage in staff development opportunities.
• Serve as a mentor for a classroom Instructional Assistant.
• Communicate with the parent community by writing weekly newsletters, parent teacher conferences, and written progress reports

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values.
• Masters degree or equivalent experience in teaching, early child development or a related field. 
• Minimum of two years of Early Childhood teaching experience.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills; good presentation skills. 
• Skill and experience at differentiated instruction. 
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues including the desire to plan learning projects across classrooms and disciplines.
• Familiarity and facility with current research informing teaching and learning.
• Understanding of state childcare licensing rules and regulations.
• Stars Training, First Aid and CPR preferred although we will provide this training for the right candidate. Must pass a Washington State background check.

Start Date: August 18, 2022

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. 

Westside School's Mission:
Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement:
Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Kindergarten Grade Teacher (1.0 FTE)

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~400 students in preschool through eighth grade. Westside School has seen tremendous growth in the past two years, with waitlists from preschool to 4th grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Lower School serves 200 students in Kindergarten-4th grade, and is organized into grade level teams of 2 teachers and 2 instructional assistants, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. 

Westside is in search of an individual to join our Lower School team as a Kindergarten faculty member. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.  The Kindergarten grade lead teacher is responsible for their classroom in all areas.  This involves developing and implementing a comprehensive age-appropriate curriculum for math, reading, writing, handwriting, spelling, science, and social studies.  It also involves creating a community of learners in the classroom who respect and care for one another. The lead teacher works collaboratively with other classroom and specialist teachers. The lead teacher participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and  upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Lower School Head

Responsibilities include:

• Promote and advance  the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well being of the students in the classroom.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instruction that facilitates active learning experiences.
• Implements curriculum that challenges each student to realize their full potential.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work.
• Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students.
• Regularly assess student learning and present this learning in formal reports and conferences.
• Maintain the classroom environment and materials attractively and manage the classroom budget.
• Share ownership for the educational program with colleagues and the Lower School leadership team.
• Set annual goals for focus and growth with the Lower School Head, participate in a peer support team, and seek out and engage in staff development opportunities.
• Serve as a mentor for a classroom Instructional Assistant.
• Communicate with the parent community by writing weekly newsletters.
• Cover recess duty at least two times per week.
• Other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values.
• Masters degree or equivalent experience in teaching, child development or curriculum design. 
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience in a Pre-K, K, or 1st grade classroom
• Experience in a variety of instructional techniques and approaches. 
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills; good presentation skills. 
• Skill and experience at differentiated instruction. 
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues including the desire to plan curriculum experiences across classrooms and disciplines.
• Familiarity and facility with current research informing teaching and learning

 Start Date: August 18, 2022

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including recommended booster shots. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references, to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fourth Grade Teacher (10 months, 1.0 FTE) 

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~400 students in preschool through eighth grade. Westside School has seen tremendous growth in the past two years, with waitlists from preschool to 4th grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Lower School serves 200 students in Kindergarten-4th grade, and is organized into grade level teams of 2 teachers and 2 instructional assistants, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. 

Westside is in search of an individual to join our Lower School team as a fourth grade faculty member. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.  The fourth grade lead teacher is responsible for their classroom in all areas.  This involves developing and implementing a comprehensive age-appropriate curriculum for math, reading, writing, handwriting, spelling, science, and social studies.  It also involves creating a community of learners in the classroom who respect and care for one another. The lead teacher works collaboratively with other classroom and specialist teachers. The lead teacher participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Lower School Head

Responsibilities include:

• Promote and advance  the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well being of the students in the classroom.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instruction that facilitates active learning experiences.
• Implements curriculum that challenges each student to realize their full potential.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work.
• Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students.
• Regularly assess student learning and present this learning in formal reports and conferences.
• Maintain the classroom environment and materials attractively and manage the classroom budget.
• Share ownership for the educational program with colleagues and the Lower School leadership team.
• Set annual goals for focus and growth with the Lower School Head, participate in a peer support team, and seek out and engage in staff development opportunities.
• Serve as a mentor for a classroom Instructional Assistant.
• Communicate with the parent community by writing weekly newsletters.
• Cover recess duty at least two times per week.
• Other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values.
• Masters degree (preferred) or equivalent experience in teaching, child development or curriculum design. 
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience in an upper elementary classroom
• Experience in a variety of instructional techniques and approaches. 
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills; good presentation skills. 
• Skill and experience at differentiated instruction. 
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues including the desire to plan curriculum experiences across classrooms and disciplines.
• Familiarity and facility with current research informing teaching and learning.

Start Date: August 18, 2022

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including recommended booster shots. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references, to employment@westsideschool.org

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Middle School Learning Specialist (10 months 1.0 FTE) 

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves 330 students in preschool through eighth grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Middle School serves 150 students in 5th-8th grade, and is organized into 5/6 and 7/8  grade level teams, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. 

Westside is in search of an individual to join our Middle School team as a Middle School Learning Specialist.  Reporting to the Director of Learning Support, the Middle School Learning Specialist will be responsible for supporting students through direct instruction in both push-in and pull-out models.  Primary responsibilities include managing a caseload of fifth to eighth grade students, developing accommodation plans based on the interpretation of psycho-educational evaluations, communicating student needs and progress with both parents and teachers, and collaborating with teachers, other support staff, and administrators to ensure the success of each student. 

We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.  The Learning Specialist ensures each student has access to school learning services, advocating for all students in diverse cultural groups. They display accurate and detailed knowledge of students' skills, special needs, interests, and cultural heritage. Other responsibilities include maintaining documentation and researching best practices and latest methods in special education including implementation of assistive technology and collaboration with the Lower School to ensure the smooth transition of students within divisions. This employee participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Director of Learning Support

Key Responsibilities: 

• Work with students individually, in small groups, and through a collaborative teaching model, in the areas of study skills, organization, literacy, and math support.
• Support students through individual and division-wide learning assessments, along with the development and implementation of personalized learning plans.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work.
• Support faculty to understand student learning profiles and to differentiate classroom instruction for students with varied learning styles or specific learning challenges.
• Enhances their own cultural competence and facilitates the cultural awareness, knowledge and skills of all school personnel in relation to student learning. 
• Enhances the knowledge of educators in cultural awareness; how cultural beliefs, values, and sensibilities affect the way students think and behave. 
• Interact with colleagues in an environment characterized by mutual support and collaboration.
• Work directly with students and parents on academic concerns, providing professional referrals when necessary. 
• Document and maintain student records around interventions and assessments. Analyze and share data, and provide guidelines for using data to inform instruction for teachers. 
• Act as Middle School Advisor to a small group of students.
• Lead and participate in parent and community-wide education events.
• Attend ‘special circumstances’ parent/teacher conferences and be available, at teachers’ request, for regular conferences.
• Meet regularly with the Middle School Division Head and Director of Learning Support.
• Help perpetuate a school-wide culture characterized by highly engaged students and faculty, high expectations, joyful learning, academic success, and a strong sense of community. 
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education/Experience: 

• An advanced degree in learning differences, special education, or a related field.
• WA teaching certification preferred.
• Experience supporting students with learning differences and executive functioning challenges in an academic setting. 
• Experience with examining the difference between equality and equity in relation to students' neurodiversity and identity as a learner. 
• A minimum of two to five years teaching experience.
• A participant in the local and national conversation about learning support, evidenced through authorship, collaborations, workshop facilitation or conference presentation.
• Experience designing, implementing and coordinating learning plans in a school setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Knowledge of learning differences, psychoeducational testing, documentation, and assistive technology.
• Training in multi-sensory literacy approaches (i.e., Wired for Reading, Slingerland, Orton-Gillingham).
• Full understanding of differentiated instructional strategies across the curriculum. 
• A deep understanding of the correlations between social-emotional learning and academic success.
• Intercultural competence, ability to interact appropriately with a diverse array of students, coworkers, family members; ability to teach diverse groups of students effectively, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion. 
• Understanding of how systematic and institutional barriers affect students' learning experiences and outcomes. 
• Sensitivity to issues of bias, racism, prejudice, and stereotyping.
• Ability to design and implement differentiated strategies that promote both academic and social emotional development.
• Familiarity with current research and best practices on middle school cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational and facilitation skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills. 
• Strong networking skills to ensure access to resources in the broader community. 
• Good understanding of the complexity of pursuing change within a school setting.
• Detail-oriented and resourceful. Tactful and discreet. Patience, resilience, and a sense of humor.

Technological Skills:   

• Adept with technological tools for educational assessment, organization, communication, and personalization of learning.

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside Student Support Department Mission

To provide a proactive and comprehensive program to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students, and to identify and address barriers to growth. By partnering with families, staff, and the wider community, we will promote joyful learning and a sense of belonging at Westside School.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

Start Date: August 18, 2021

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2021-2022 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees.  

To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to employment@westsideschool.org. 

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

School Counselor (10 months, 1.0 FTE) 

Westside School faculty and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School, we value different backgrounds and ideas. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply. Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~400 students in preschool through eighth grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside School has seen tremendous growth in the past two years, with waitlists from preschool to 4th grade. We are adding this position to support our growing community.

The School Counselor will work primarily with Lower School (grades K-4) and Early Learning (Preschool, Pre-K) students and teachers.  This position is charged with the responsibility of supporting student wellness, developing and delivering social and emotional curriculum, and elevating and promoting the practice and visibility of social and emotional learning throughout the school community. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. This position serves as a counseling resource to students, families and faculty. The School Counselor will work primarily with Lower School and Early Learning teaching teams to support the integration and implementation of social-emotional learning strategies, and to cultivate student responsibility, community stewardship and a positive school culture. The School Counselor participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Director of Counseling & Social Emotional Learning

Key Responsibilities:

• Help perpetuate a school-wide culture characterized by highly engaged students and faculty, high expectations, joyful learning, personal wellness and a strong sense of community. 
• Work directly with students and parents on counseling issues, provide professional counseling referrals when necessary. 
• Serve as a consultant to teachers, parents, outside professionals and school administrators to help address the social emotional needs of students.
• Develop and deliver social and emotional curriculum for grade level, small group, and individual support.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate personalized learning plans for students with counseling needs, in collaboration with teachers and administrators. 
• Attend ‘special circumstances’ parent/teacher conferences and be available, at teachers’ request, for regular conferences.
• Work within the Student Support Team to coordinate activities and services to meet student needs.
• Participate in parent and community-wide SEL education events.
• Support a positive school climate.
• Meet regularly with the Director of Counseling & SEL
• Cover recess duty at least two times per week
• Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:  

• An advanced degree in school counseling, school psychology, child psychology, social work, or related discipline
• Teaching and/or counseling experience in a K-8 school setting.
• Adept with technological tools for educational assessment, organization, communication and personalization of learning.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• A deep understanding of the correlations between social-emotional learning and academic success
• Ability to design and implement differentiated strategies that promote both academic and social emotional development
• Familiarity with current research and best practices on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative  skills 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Detail-oriented and resourceful 
• Tactful and discreet 
• Patience, resilience and a sense of humor
• High-energy and enthusiastic about working in an academic atmosphere

Start Date: August 18, 2022

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time (10 month) position for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including recommended booster shots. 

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references, to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spanish Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Grades 5-8: Middle School) 1.0 FTE
August 19th - December 16th, 2022

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves 400 students in preschool through eighth grade. 34% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Middle School serves 150 students in 5th-8th grade, and is organized into 5/6 and 7/8 grade level teams, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. 

The Spanish teacher for Middle School joins a four-person World Language team (Middle School and Lower School Spanish and Mandarin). This role is responsible for delivering and maintaining a curriculum based on Somos Level 1, published by Comprehensible Classroom for the 5th-8th grades. The Spanish teacher works collaboratively with other classroom teachers and participates fully in the life of the school, attending meetings and staff retreats, curriculum nights, school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School. This long-term substitute will have the opportunity to collaborate with our current teacher headed out on leave the last two weeks of August to prepare for the start of the school year. 

Reports to:  Middle School Head 

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain and help focus the school’s mission, vision and values.
• Teach 50-55 minute classes to each middle school grade four times per week.
• Promote and advance the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being of the students during Spanish classes.
• Implement and adapt to the curriculum using current world language instructional methodologies. 
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist work.
• Coordinate regularly with classroom teachers about curriculum and classroom areas of study. Meet with classroom teachers as needed to discuss student progress and identified needs.
• Regularly assess student learning and present this learning in formal reports and conferences.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Advise a small group of middle school students. Advisory groups will meet once daily each week.
• Work in teams to guide students on domestic outdoor trips.
• Work collaboratively with the World Language Team to develop the World Language Learning Continuum and best classroom practice. World Language Teachers are expected to meet weekly for team meetings.
• Enhance their own cultural competence and facilitate the cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills of all students  in relation to language learning. 
• Communicate with parents as needed.
• Maintain and purchase Spanish curriculum materials.
• Cover dismissal, lunch, snack, recess, and other duties throughout the year. 

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Minimum of two years of Spanish language teaching experience, preferably at the middle school level (fifth through eighth grade).
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Spanish language, Spanish language education, or Second Language Acquisition, or Bachelors (or higher) in Education with a World Language Teaching Endorsement or certification through government agencies (e.g. STARTALK).
• Must possess a Spanish proficiency level of Advanced Low (or higher) in written and spoken Spanish.
• Understanding of how systematic and institutional barriers affect students' learning experiences and outcomes. 
• Sensitivity to issues of bias, racism, prejudice, and stereotyping.
• Understanding of and relevant experience in a variety of current language instructional techniques and methodologies.
• Skills and experience in differentiated instruction.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues, including the desire to plan curriculum experiences across the Middle School.
• Familiarity and facility with current research informing teaching and learning (general classroom instructional methodologies, social and emotional learning, classroom management, learning differences, etc.).

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

Start Date: August 19th, 2022

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. 

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position from August 19th - December 16th, 2022.  Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

To Apply: To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy, and a list of 3-5 references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Instructional Assistant for Fifth Grade (1.0 FTE)

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves approximately 400 students in preschool through eighth grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Middle School serves 150 students in 5th-8th grade, and is organized into 5/6 and 7/8  grade level teams, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. 

Westside is in search of an individual to join our Middle School team to support fifth grade students primarily in their math and humanities (language arts and social studies) classes. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.   

The role of the Fifth Grade Support Teacher is to provide support to fifth grade students throughout the school day. This may include leading small groups during humanities math lessons, working one-on-one with students, and supervising students during recess and study hall.  It involves supporting the 5th/6th grade teaching team to build a community of learners in the classrooms who respect and care for one another. The Fifth Grade Support Teacher works collaboratively with the teaching team and participates fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and valuesof Westside School.

Reports to: Director of Teaching & Learning 

Responsibilities include:

• Promote and advance  the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well being of the students in the classroom.
• Support  instruction that facilitates active learning experiences.
• Support the implementation of a curriculum that challenges each student to realize their full potential.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily student interactions and within the curriculum.
• Support classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students, in partnership with the teaching team.
• Lead an advisory group of 5th graders daily.
• Establish familiarity with the overall program and related resources and materials so that they can actively assist in learning activities.
• Work with students in small groups, individually, or as a whole class.
• Help to maintain an attractive classroom environment and materials.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work.
• Set annual goals for focus and growth with the Director of Teaching & Learning. 
• Show initiative by asking for assignments that would expand performance and capability, under the direction of the teaching team and/or Middle School Head.
• Perform such tasks and duties as assigned that would be generally within those functions to be expected at a school or as mutually agreeable between the Support Teacher, the teaching team, or Middle School Head.
• Supervise the playground/lunchroom as assigned, following established recess rules and discipline, and reporting notable student behaviors.
• Provides short-term substitution in the classroom for absent teachers.

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and values.
• Love of working with children in an outstanding professional setting.
• Prior experience working with upper elementary school or middle school students in a variety of instructional approaches. 
• A willingness to learn about, reflect upon, and support a dynamic learning environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues including the desire to support curriculum experiences across classrooms and disciplines.
• An expressed effort to collaborate with colleagues, accept feedback and conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• A positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Bachelor's Degree.

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

Start Date: August 18, 2022 

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2021-2022 academic school year. Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including recommended booster shots. 

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references, to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Westside School faculty and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. We are looking for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education.  At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply. Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves 380 students, 30% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Westside School is seeking joyous part-time individuals to work in our Extended Day Program (EDP). The role of the EDP staff member is to supervise children, coordinate activities, and work in conjunction with other staff and the Extended Day Director. This position may include additional school duties and has the potential to be full-time during the summer.

Reports to: Director of Extended Day and Summer Programs

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and help focus the school mission, vision and values.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of students in the Extended Day Program.
• Establish familiarity with the program and related materials in order to assist actively in activities.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily student interactions.
• Support expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students.
• Greet students and monitor sign-in and sign-out procedures.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and implementing daily activities.
• Maintain a healthy, fun, and structured EDP environment.
• Assist with snack preparation.
• Maintain organization of EDP spaces and playground.
• Serve as a role model for students.

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Love of working with children in an outstanding professional setting.
• Prior experience working with preschool and/or elementary school students.
• A willingness to learn about, reflect upon, and support a dynamic learning environment.
• Understanding of how systematic and institutional barriers affect students' learning experiences and outcomes.
• Sensitivity to issues of bias, racism, prejudice, and stereotyping.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program.
• Possess a Food Handlers Permit, First Aid/CPR certification, and a STARS ID, or willingness to obtain.  (Westside School will cover costs and time.)
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work and communicate well with staff,  students and parents.
• An expressed effort to collaborate with colleagues, accept feedback and conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• A positive attitude and sense of humor.

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

Start Date: Immediately

Compensation and Benefits: This is a part-time, hourly position for the 2021-2022 school year. Hours are generally 1:45-5:45pm, with some variations depending on grade level.

To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter, with three professional references, to employment@westsideschool.org

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Westside School is looking for both teachers and instructional assistants with experience working with children in grades, preschool and eighth grade, to add to our substitute roster. We also need substitutes for music and performing arts, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, physical education, and visual arts.

The ideal candidate will be accessible for early morning calls. Candidates with partial availability during the week are also encouraged to apply. Please submit resume and references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an equal opportunity employer.

PART-TIME MORNING SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School, we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~380 students in preschool through eighth grade. 34% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Early Learning division serves 60 students in preschool and pre-K. Our Lower School serves 200 students in Kindergarten-4th grade, and is organized into K-1-2 and 3-4  grade level teams who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. Westside’s Middle School serves 150 students in 5th-8th grade, and is organized into 5/6 and 7/8  grade level teams, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum.

Westside School is seeking an experienced and compassionate driver to support the transportation of our students on weekday mornings for the 2022-2023 school year. We have an opening for a Part-Time Bus Driver to drive a 15 passenger bus. Qualified candidates enjoy working with children, have a clean driving record, and must be available between 6:45 AM and 8:30 AM.

 Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations

Responsibilities:

• Transport up to 14 children to school in the mornings
• Maintain a clean and mechanically-sound bus at all times
• Obey all traffic laws
• Perform simple inspections of the bus before and after each route
• Ensure safety of all students
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for students
• Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Driver’s License required
• 1+ years’ experience driving a school bus (training provided for the right candidate)
• No at-fault traffic accidents in the last 5 years
• Clean driving record (no traffic citations in the last 5 years)
• Ability to carry out assigned route on time
• Experience working with children preferred

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside Student Support Department Mission

To provide a proactive and comprehensive program to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students, and to identify and address barriers to growth. By partnering with families, staff, and the wider community, we will promote joyful learning and a sense of belonging at Westside School.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

Start Date: September 6, 2022

COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. New employees will be required to show proof of vaccination.

To Apply: If you are interested, please respond with a letter of interest and your resume to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 

Early Learning Assistant Teacher (Part-Time 29 Hrs.)
 

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~380 students in preschool through eighth grade. Twenty-nine percent of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s preschool/pre-Kindergarten program serves 60 students in 2 preschool (PS) classrooms for 3-4 year olds, and 2 pre-K (PK) classrooms for 4-5 year olds. Each classroom has one lead teacher and one instructional assistant who collaborate to implement and design a meaningful, joyful, play-based early childhood program. 

Westside is seeking a passionate, collaborative teacher to join our Early Learning team in the position of Assistant Teacher. This teacher will work with the Early Learning Team supporting teachers and students in a preschool or pre-Kindergarten classroom part-time, as well as lead a cohort of Early Learning students in aftercare (2:00-5:00). The Assistant Teacher will bridge the transition from school day to aftercare, creating continuity for students enrolled in our Extended Day Program. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s focus on diversity and inclusion and who demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. Westside’s emergent Early Learning curriculum is play-based, focused on experiential learning, and designed to foster the social-emotional foundations for academic learning. 

Our Early Learning Assistant Teacher will promote a joyful school environment where play is learning, where our youngest students learn to make sense of the world around them, build social and cognitive skills, and construct knowledge that they will use as they move into Kindergarten and beyond. The Early Learning Instructional Assistants support the creation of a community of learners in the classroom who respect and care for one another. They participate fully in the life of the school, attending in-service days, meetings, and school celebrations, and uphold the mission, vision, and values of Westside School.

Reports to: Early Learning Division Head

Responsibilities:

• Work in-person from 11:00am to 5:15pm with a 30 minute break
• Assist Lead Teacher and Instructional Assistants with classroom management and be committed to oversee the safety and well-being of students in the classroom as well as on the playground during the school day
• Co-teach Early Learning Aftercare program with Early Learning aftercare staff
• Assist in the preparation of the indoor and outdoor learning environments (ex: preparing materials and supplies, cleaning up, properly storing materials in collaboration with the children)
• Assist children with activities and transitions
• Establish strong daily routines and rhythms for children
• Plan interesting and relaxing after school activities
• Supports classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily student interactions and within the curriculum
• Maintain positive relationships with families
• Prepare and serve snack
• Perform other duties as assigned

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional qualifications:

• High School diploma required
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with preschool age children
• Passionate, knowledgeable, and creative
• Team player and committed to making learning joyful
• A willingness to learn about, reflect upon, and support a dynamic learning environment
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues, accept feedback, and conduct oneself in a professional manner
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively communicate with parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• WA State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) for Child Care Center: Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Qualifications (Preferred. Will provide training for the right candidate.)
  • Including but not limited to: DCYF background check, TB test, High school diploma, Childcare basics, First Aid/ CPR, Blood-borne pathogens training
     

Start Date: August 18, 2022

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. 

Westside School's Mission:
Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement:
Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society.

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Middle School Mandarin Teacher for Grades 5-8 (1.0 FTE)

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and are passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning, with intentional administrative support. At Westside School we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~400 students in preschool through eighth grade. 34% of our student body are Black, Indigenous and People of Color. Westside’s Middle School serves 150 students in 5th-8th grade, and is organized into 5/6 and 7/8 grade level teams, who collaborate to both implement and design meaningful curriculum. We also have a number of cross-divisional staff that work throughout the entire Middle School. 

The Grade 5-8 Mandarin Teacher is part of a four person World Languages team that works collaboratively to ensure alignment between lower and middle school World Languages.  The Mandarin Teacher works collaboratively with other classroom teachers and participates fully in the life of the school, attending meetings and staff retreats, curriculum nights, school celebrations, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of Westside School. 

Reports to:  Middle School Head 

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain and help focus the school’s mission, vision, and values.
• Teach 50-55 minute classes to one section each of sixth through eighth grade and two sections of 5th grade. 
• Promote and advance the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being of the students.
• Implement and adapt the curriculum using best practices in Mandarin instruction, including differentiation to meet the needs of all students.
• Engage in Westside’s continued journey to educate ourselves and embrace issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist work.
• Coordinate regularly with other classroom teachers about curriculum and classroom areas of study.
• Meet with classroom teachers as needed to discuss student progress and identified needs. 
• Meet regularly with World Language Team to maintain continuity and alignment of benchmarks and standards in world language curriculum.
• Regularly assess student learning and present this learning in formal reports and conferences.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Advise a small group of middle school students. Advisory groups will meet once daily each week.
• Participate in international trips to China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore or other Chinese speaking countries.
• Communicate with parents as needed.
• Maintain World Language curriculum materials.
• Cover dismissal, lunch, snack, recess, and other duties throughout the year. 

Successful candidates will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• Minimum of two years of Mandarin teaching experience, preferably at the upper elementary or middle school level.
• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in world languages (Mandarin endorsement), second language acquisition, education, or a related discipline. Teaching certification preferred.
• Understanding of how systematic and institutional barriers affect students' learning experiences and outcomes. 
• Sensitivity to issues of bias, racism, prejudice, and stereotyping.
• Understanding of and relevant experience in a variety of current language instructional techniques and methodologies.
• Skills and experience in differentiating instruction.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues, including the desire to plan curriculum experiences across the Middle School.
• Familiarity and facility with current research informing teaching and learning (general classroom instructional methodologies, social and emotional learning, classroom management, learning differences, etc.).

Start Date: August 18th, 2022

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. 

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time position for the 2022-2023 school year.  Westside School offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, professional development, and some flexibility with time off. 

To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy, and a list of 3-5 references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-Time Librarian (0.5 FTE)

Westside School teachers and staff work collaboratively to inspire creativity, innovation, and to deepen our sense of community. Westside faculty are exceptionally qualified in our fields, committed to being lifelong learners, and passionate about our work. Our academic structure places a high value on integrated curriculum and project-based learning with intentional administrative support. At Westside School, we value different backgrounds and ideas and we strive to build an inclusive community. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.

Located in the Arbor Heights neighborhood of West Seattle, Westside serves ~400 students in preschool through eighth grade. Westside School has seen tremendous growth in the past two years, with waitlists from preschool to 4th grade. 29% of our student body are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. 

Westside School seeks a dynamic part-time School Librarian for the 2022-2023 school year, primarily supporting our Pre-K-4th grade classrooms. The ideal candidate will support our school’s mission, goals, and vision; bring a spirit of enthusiasm and energy; and be willing to take thoughtful initiative in a collaborative setting. We are looking for applicants who are independent, creative, and who can design and develop library programming that inspires curiosity, inquiry, and a life-long love of reading.

Responsibilities:

• Promote and advance the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being of students during library classes.
• Implement a comprehensive information literacy curriculum.
• Teach each class of PK-4th grade, one hour every two weeks.
• Collaborate with teachers to teach project-based research skills and develop a curriculum using 21st century skills that incorporate the use of information literacy and technology.
• Coordinate regularly with classroom teachers about curriculum and classroom areas of study. 
• Understand the needs of and enjoy working with PS-8th grade aged students (primarily PreK-4th).
• Promote a lifelong love of reading and a robust reading culture through regularly scheduled book groups, author visits, displays, etc.
• Ensure the library collection represents a diverse and multicultural range of authors and topics.
• Empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, and skillful researchers.
• Oversee the maintenance of the library collection including circulation, collection development, inventory, and evaluation.
• Play an active role in special events such as book fairs and author visits.
• Create and maintain a joyful, vibrant, organized, and welcoming environment.
• Additional duties as assigned such as, lunch, snack, and recess.

Qualifications:

• Master of Library Science (MLS) preferred.
• At least 3 years of library and/or teaching experience.
• Flexibility, curiosity, enthusiasm, and extensive knowledge of children’s literature.
• Strong knowledge of the content area, teaching methods, learning styles, and educational research related to PK-4th grade learners and readers.
• An understanding of the scope and the sequence of library and information literacy curriculum.
• Experience in evaluating and selecting print and digital resources with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to collaborate proactively with students, faculty, and parents.

Technology and Software Knowledge:

• G Suite for Education, Microsoft Office, iPad usage, Follett Destiny Library Manager, database, and digital content.

Start Date: August 18th, 2022

Westside School Mission

Westside School prepares students for the world by challenging them to achieve academic success, and by connecting their human spirit and imagination to learning.

Westside School's Diversity Statement

Westside School is committed to promoting inclusiveness, diversity, and cultural competence in its education, employment practices, school community, and governance. It views inclusiveness as a fundamental value, diversity as a key element, and cultural competence as a vital skill necessary to prepare students to participate in and contribute to a global society. 

Westside uses the term diversity broadly to encompass differences in the attributes of individuals, families, and communities.

COVID-19 School Mandate: Westside School follows WA State Government’s mandates in regard to COVID-19. This includes but is not limited to the mandate that all school employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (excluding religious and medical exemptions), including a booster shot. 

Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be based on experience according to Westside’s 2022-23 Teacher Salary Scale. This is a half-time position for the 2022-2023 school year.  Westside School does not offer health benefits to part-time employees; however, benefits do include professional development and flexibility with time off. 

To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, statement of educational philosophy, and a list of 3 references to employment@westsideschool.org.

Westside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.