Careers
Careers
Waynflete seeks teachers and staff who are inspired by our mission, want to work in a school environment, and are dedicated to serving the needs of children. We seek qualified individuals with the knowledge, skills, and ability to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community.
Waynflete prides itself on being a place where children are known, where relationships are at the core of the experience, and where students of all walks of life can excel. When hiring faculty and staff, we seek individuals who will embrace our values and want to continue to grow as professionals.
Waynflete has 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.
Current Opportunities
Camp Director (12/1/23)
Waynflete School is seeking a Camp Director to begin in February 2024. This position is approximately 10 hours per week February-April, 20 hours per week in May, and full-time during the operation of Waynflete Summer Camp in June and July. The Camp Director manages a dynamic educational and recreational program working closely with the Director and Assistant of Auxiliary Programs. Responsibilities include the supervision of 70+ staff members, oversight of 600+ campers over a 6-week period, coordination of camp schedules and logistics, communication with camp families, and program oversight.
The Camp Director must demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, written/verbal, organizational, project management, and technology skills. The ideal candidate has extensive experience working with Google platforms, MS Office Suite and CampBrain database management. They must enjoy working with children and communicating with a broad range of constituents. Flexibility and management of a wide variety of responsibilities in a dynamic, fast paced environment is essential. 2+ years of prior supervisory experience in camp or school administration is required. First Aid/CPR/AED training required.
With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to further develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, 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. If available, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts are also appreciated. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Part-time Afterschool Teacher (11/15/23)
Waynflete is anticipating a hiring need for 1-2 part-time teachers for its Afterschool Program, which serves children from PK through Grade 8.. The Afterschool Program addresses students’ needs at the end of the school day with an inclusive, supportive community and engaging activities, including storytelling, art projects, and plenty of outdoor play.
The schedule is M,T,TH,F from 2:45-5:15 PM, with one afternoon until 6:00 PM, and Wednesdays from 11:30 AM-6:00 PM, for a total of 15-18 hours per week. Additional days of full-day programming occur during the school year, including dates in September before the first day of school, October, January, March, May and June directly following the last day of the school year; Afterschool teachers run these full day programs and are asked to reserve these dates/hours ahead of time. Anyone interested in working exclusively on Wednesdays is encouraged to reach out as well.
Qualifications: Teaching experience in a school or recreational environment desired. Qualified candidate may also have an opportunity to substitute for teachers in the Lower School. CHRC and DHHS fingerprinting will be required.
With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to further develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, 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. If available, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts are also appreciated. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Long-term Substitute History Teacher (11/7/23)
Waynflete seeks a long-term substitute history teacher from April 22 through May 17, 2024 (with training/transition planning during the week of April 8). Responsibilities will include teaching three sections of 10th grade history (Topics in Global History) and one section of 9th grade history (World Civilizations). Candidates should have prior experience teaching high school history.
The 10th grade students will be working on a writing and research unit and the 9th grade students will be exploring the history of Christianity and Islam.
With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to further develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, 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. If available, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts are also appreciated. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Bus Driver - Evenings and Weekends (9/21/23)
Waynflete is seeking a licensed school bus driver for approximately 20 hrs/wk. Duties will include driving for field trips, athletic, and other school-related events during the afternoon, evenings, and weekends. The successful candidate must have a positive attitude, enjoy children, work well in a team setting, and pass a school-required physical. Strong driving experience and a commitment to safety are essential. Commercial driver’s license with S endorsement required.
With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are committed to developing inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, 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, cover letter, and contact info for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Waynflete Coach Openings for 2023–24 (9/7/23)
Waynflete is looking to fill the following coaching positions for the upcoming school year. Playing and/or coaching experience in the sport is required.
Winter 2023–24
- Middle School Nordic Skiing— Practices begin Oct 30, ends Feb 16. Practices are Mon/Thu/Fri 2:00–3:15 p.m. Races are after school usually at 3:30 p.m.
- Middle School Boys Basketball — Begins Oct 30, ends Feb 16. Practices are Mon/Thu/Fri 2:00–3:15 p.m. Games are after school usually at 3:30 or 4:30 p.m.
Spring 2024
- Middle School Baseball — Begins March 4, ends June 3. Practices are Mon/Thu/Fri 2:00–3:15 p.m. Games are after school usually at 3:30 p.m.
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, cover letter addressed to Athletic Director, Ross Burdick, and contact info for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the positions will remain open until filled.
General interest in working at Waynflete
If you would like to submit an application for general consideration for future openings, please click here: Submit a General Application
Waynflete seeks teachers and staff who are inspired by our mission, want to work in a school environment, and are dedicated to serving the needs of children. We seek qualified individuals with the knowledge, skills, and ability to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community. Waynflete has 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.
Application Procedure
For teaching positions, a bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required; a master’s degree and teaching experience preferred. For administrative staff positions, we look for relevant experience and education for the posted job. We are particularly interested in candidates with a proven commitment to teaching and working in a diverse and multicultural setting.
Full background checks are required for all positions including fingerprinting as required by Maine State Law.
Procedures:
- Click here to apply to all positions.
- In accordance with Maine law, all persons hired to work at Waynflete must hold a current Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) certification from the Maine Department of Education. Click here for more information on obtaining a CHRC.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with generous school matching contribution
- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Tuition benefit and financial aid
- Discounted summer camp and after-care programs
- Employee education/professional development grants
- Use of school library and fitness room
- Paid leave
Living in Maine
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Greater Portland boasts residents from all over the world, making it a vibrant and diverse global city. The local public elementary school, Reiche, has students from twenty-two nations represented, with twenty-nine languages spoken.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Waynflete School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Waynflete School expressly prohibits any unlawful form of employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, sex, genetic information, protected veteran status, or no other category protected under federal, state, and local laws. Improper interference with the ability of Waynflete School employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
On Being a Person of Color at Waynflete
Click here to read “On Being a Person of Color at Waynflete,” an article by Middle School Director Divya Muralidhara.
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