Woodlawn School is currently searching for a Communications Manager. The Communications Manager supports the Director of Marketing by managing communications functions that include writing press releases and news stories featuring various elements of school life; manage, update, and ensure the functionality of the school’s website and social media; serve as a member of the school’s Marketing and Events committees; database management of those elements of the school’s Blackbaud operating systems that pertain to constituent communications; community public relations functions; and essential office functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Website and Social Media Management & Support

• Participate and engage in website design, management, and strategy sessions.
• Support the transition to the school’s new WordPress website and August 2022 debut.
• Develop content for the new website that attractively and effectively features school life.
• Manage and support the ongoing operation of the website, ensuring its information is always accurate, timely, and engaging.
• Support the Director of Marketing in making effective use of Google Analytics and other tools to measure and improve the efficacy of the school’s marketing communications.
• Under the direction of the Director of Marketing, manage, coordinate, and support successful relationships with providers of communications services (website design and hosting company, videographers and photographers, advertising agencies, representatives of local paid media, and more).

Public Relations

• Gather story ideas and create content for press releases and news stories to be featured on the school’s website, social media, email communications, direct mail, and local media.
• Work with various constituent groups to develop, implement, and support communications strategies for programs and events, examples include Parent Connection’s Gala and STEAMfest events; enrollment and fundraising; academic and athletic programs and events, and more.

Managing the Communications Databases and Operating Systems

• Operate and manage the Blackbaud database systems that pertain to admissions prospects; parents of enrolled children; alumni and alumni parents, and friends of the school.
• Provide analysis and reporting of communications activities that measure contact with different constituent groups, develop and utilize historical reporting, forward-looking projections, and scorecard metrics. Evaluation and enhancement of existing plans and the development of new plans and tools to improve the quality and consistency of the school’s communications with stakeholders.
• Proactively establish and maintain close collaboration within the Leadership Team, Marketing, Enrollment, Development, and other departments.
• Regular work at events and meetings.; the position requires some overtime and weekend work.
• Comply with school policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and/or other job-related experience may be substituted instead of the degree.
• Demonstrated proficiency in posting content to WordPress and social media such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and more.
• Demonstrated proficiency in editing photos and illustrations, basic skills in graphic design of website postings and social media postings.
• Experience in Communications and Public Relations operations, with experience in independent schools, higher education, and/or nonprofit organizations having special value.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite.
• Experience in Blackbaud or ability to learn that system.

Skills

• Ability to write, edit, and proofread copy on a highly professional level.
• Ability to organize and think independently with orientation to deadline and detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively meet goals and objectives while fostering positive employee relationships and good team and organizational morale.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Constituent database skills: data entry, query, reporting, and analysis.
• Confidentiality and ethical gathering of information presumed.
• Committed to high service, high-touch interaction with the Woodlawn community.
• Adheres to the highest level of professionalism by demonstrating honesty, integrity, and maturity.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously required.
• Creative approach to problem-solving.
• High comfort level with ambiguity and evolving institutional priorities.

This is a full-time position, reporting to the Director of Marketing. Competitive salary and benefits.

Interested candidates should write a letter of interest, provide a resume, provide samples of work (writing and graphic design/Layout), and 3 – 5 references to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. No phone calls, please.

Woodlawn School is currently seeking an experienced full-time upper school math teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate is a curious, enthusiastic leader who models lifelong learning, enjoys working with high school-aged students, is comfortable teaching all levels of high school math and courses (including Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus, AP Calculus and/or Discrete), and has a strong interest in a project-based interdisciplinary curriculum.

The school seeks faculty members who are passionate about their respective areas of expertise, eager to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines, committed to ongoing professional development, and willing to contribute their talents and time to co-curricular and extra-curricular student programming and activities. Woodlawn offers a challenging, integrated academic experience and is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a math discipline, education, or related field; master's preferred
• Understanding of the developmental needs of high school students
• A high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and eagerness to engage in lifelong learning
• Interest in service learning, community building, emotional intelligence, and a passion to actively integrate ideas and curriculum across disciplines
• Experience teaching high school match (ideally 3+ years)
• Experience and belief in differentiating math instruction
• Proactive and responsibe written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of independent school culture

Qualified candidates should attach a cover letter, resume, and any other supporting documents such as letters of recommendation and certificates to the Associate Head of School, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
No phone calls, please.

Woodlawn School is seeking an experienced full-time upper school science teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate is a curious, enthusiastic leader who models lifelong learning, enjoys working with adolescents, has expertise and a passion for teaching an array of science courses, including but not limited to biology and introductory physics and chemistry. The ability to teach courses such as environmental studies, anatomy & physiology, and/or AP Chemistry would be an additional asset. A strong interest in project-based interdisciplinary curriculum and design is essential.
The school seeks faculty members who are passionate about their respective areas of expertise, eager to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines, committed to ongoing professional development, and willing to contribute their talents and time to extra-curricular student programming and activities. Woodlawn offers a challenging, integrated academic experience and is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a science discipline, education, or a related field; master’s preferred
• Understands and is responsive to the developmental needs of adolescents students and enjoying the journey alongside them
• High degree of flexibility, adaptability, and an adventurous spirit
• Interest in service learning, community building, emotional intelligence, and a passion to actively integrate ideas and curriculum
• Three years or more of classroom experience teaching science to upper school students
• Designer of curriculum and thought leader implementor, that instills a love of the field of science in the lab, and the natural world around us on a 61-acre campus
• Proactive and responsive written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of independent school culture and thrives as a life-long learner

To be considered, qualified candidates should attach a cover letter, resume, and any other supporting documents such as letters of recommendation and certificates to Holly Honeycutt, - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Woodlawn School is seeking an experienced full-time lower school lead teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate is a nurturing and responsive classroom leader, who models lifelong learning and is passionate about teaching young lower school students. We are seeking candidates that have a keen sense of child development, thrive when differentiating instruction, and are interested in joining our project-based interdisciplinary team. The school seeks faculty members who are passionate about their respective areas of expertise, eager to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines, committed to ongoing professional development, and willing to contribute their talents and time to extra-curricular student programming and activities.
Founded in 2002, Woodlawn School offers a challenging, project-based academic experience to students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve. Situated on a scenic, 61-acre campus one mile north of Davidson, North Carolina, the school is easily accessible from Interstate 77 and the surrounding Lake Norman communities. The campus’s administrative center is the historic Woodlawn home, built in 1836 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The school is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS/AdvancEd).

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a elementary education, or a related field; master’s in education preferred
• Understanding of the developmental needs of lower school students
• High degree of flexibility and collaboration
• Interest in service learning and community building
• Three years or more of classroom experience in lower school education; preferred (1st-3rd previous teaching experience)
• Experience creating and developing curriculum for lower school students
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of independent school culture

Please send a letter of interest, resume, statement of philosophy and list of references to Holly Honeycutt, Associate Head of School, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Woodlawn School is seeking full-time associate/assistant teachers to join us for the 2022-2023 academic year. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and grow as a professional educator under the guidance and support of our lower school lead teachers (PK-1st). We are seeking candidates that are nurturing and have a keen sense of child social-emotional and academic development. The successful candidate will be a learner-centered educator that embodies a growth mindset, and believes in fundamentally educating the whole-child. The associate teacher will embrace the responsive classroom philosophy, enjoy differentiating instruction, and is eager to contribute to our project-based interdisciplinary team.

The school seeks faculty members who are passionate about their respective areas of expertise, eager to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines, committed to ongoing professional development, and willing to contribute their talents and time to extra-curricular student programming and activities. Founded in 2002, Woodlawn School offers a challenging, project-based academic experience to students in grades kindergarten through twelve. Situated on a scenic, 61-acre campus one mile north of Davidson, North Carolina, the school is easily accessible from Interstate 77 and the surrounding Lake Norman communities. The campus’s administrative center is the historic Woodlawn home, built in 1836 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The school is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS/AdvancEd).

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a elementary education, or a related field; and eager to learn and grow as a professional educator
• Understanding of the developmental needs of preschool and kindergarten-aged students
• High degree of flexibility and collaboration
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to our project-based learning curriculum
• Passionate and interested in service learning and community building
• Two years or more of classroom experience in lower school education and/or early childhood education
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of independent school culture

Please send a letter of interest, resume, statement of philosophy and list of references to Holly Honeycutt, Associate Head of School, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Woodlawn School is seeking an experienced part-time School Counselor for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate will address the personal, social, and academic needs of our students PK-12 through individual counseling, facilitating peer mediations, and small group lessons. The counselor will work collaboratively with others to students and faculty, and adhere to the professional and ethical standards of the American School Counselor Association. The ideal candidate will have a MA, MEd or Specialist in Counseling, experience in school setting and be passionate about project-based learning. The is a daily, part-time position (20 hours a week) for 10-months that will report to the Associate Head of School.
The school seeks faculty members who are passionate about their respective areas of expertise, eager to collaborate with other teachers across disciplines, committed to ongoing professional development, and willing to contribute their talents and time to extra-curricular student programming and activities. Woodlawn offers a challenging, integrated academic experience and is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The successful candidate will provide:

• Individual student personal and academic planning and goal setting
• Short-term counseling for students
• Facilitate referrals for long-term support and provide wrap-around services for students
• Collaborate with families, teachers, administrators, to ensure student success
• Advocate for students and their well-being
• Engage in data analysis to identify student issues, needs, and challenges

To be considered, qualified candidates should attach a cover letter, resume, and any other supporting documents such as letters of recommendation and certificates to Holly Honeycutt, - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Woodlawn School is seeking After Care Associate teachers for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidates are nurturing role models that embrace lifelong learning and are eager to supervise and assist lower school students during after school hours (3pm - 5:30pm) daily. We offer a supportive and enriching environment where students can learn and play after school hours, and competitive hourly compensation. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., our Associate Head of School, for further details about these opportunities.

Founded in 2002, Woodlawn School offers a challenging, project-based academic experience to students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve. Situated on a scenic, 61-acre campus one mile north of Davidson, North Carolina, the school is easily accessible from Interstate 77 and the surrounding Lake Norman communities. The campus’s administrative center is the historic Woodlawn home, built in 1836 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The school is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS/AdvancEd).

Woodlawn School is seeking educators that are interested in substitute teaching for the 2020-2021 school year. The ideal candidate must display a passion and love for children. A background in education and a strong interest in project-based interdisciplinary curriculum would be a plus. The successful candidate is flexible, compassionate, and collaborative. Woodlawn offers a challenging, integrated academic experience and is accredited by both the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

We are eager to welcome someone into our community who will live the mission and core values of our school, and who will work to inspire a continued love of learning for our students. Interested candidates please send a cover letter and resume to Paul Zanowski, Head of School, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.