Careers at Waynflete

Waynflete seeks an experienced teacher to join its Fourth-Fifth grade multiage, team-taught program for the 2020-2021 school year as a full-time teacher. We are looking for an individual with a strong academic background, innovative teaching skills, a sound understanding of child development, experience with interdisciplinary teaching, the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of various learners, an appreciation for diversity, and excellent communication and collaboration skills.

With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to continue to develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, team work, and leadership. We believe that all students benefit from more inclusive environments. Taking inspiration from our mission, we seek qualified faculty and staff with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community.

To apply, please click here and upload a resume and cover letter addressed to Lower School Director, Anne Hopkins. If available, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts are also appreciated. No phone calls, please. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled.    

Waynflete is accepting applications for several education mentors to facilitate grades 7-12 remote learning at a potential Remote Learning Hub for approximately 30 hours per week. Education Mentors will be physically present at one of our two possible off-campus locations where students in grades 7-12 will connect to their classes through remote learning. All students and staff present in the Remote Hubs will participate in programming that follows health and safety protocols developed by Waynflete that are in full compliance with the Maine CDC guidelines for health and safety in schools. Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to: 

• developing supportive relationships with students

• creating a sense of community within the space

• providing students with remote learning guidance and assisting students with executive functioning skills as needed

• facilitating healthy free period activities 

• light cleaning (professional cleaners will clean the space every night)

• monitoring adherence to health and safety protocols 

• maintaining accurate attendance

• other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications: Strong Candidates will possess an interest and enthusiasm for working with students in grades 7-12. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in education or other related field and/or have experience working with this age group as a teacher, coach, or youth worker. Applicants must understand that the Remote Learning Hubs are being developed as new programming at Waynflete and the ability to be flexible within the initial parameters of the position is required. We seek to employ educators who value and honor relationships and collaborative work with students and faculty and who understand the importance of community in teaching and learning. 

With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to continue to develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, team work, and leadership. We believe that all students benefit from more inclusive environments. Taking inspiration from our mission, we seek qualified faculty and staff with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community.

To apply, please click here and upload a resume and cover letter addressed to Remote Learning Hub Director, John Holdridge. If available, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts are also appreciated. No phone calls, please. Applications will be reviewed immediately (first consideration given to completed applications submitted by August 16) and the position will remain open until filled.