Washington Episcopal School (WES) seeks a Director of Extended Day and Classroom Support person.  This is a full-time salaried exempt position with benefits, with a work schedule of 10 am - 6pm.   

Extended Day is offered for grades PK3 – Grade 8 after school  Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 6:00 and Friday from 2:30 – 6:00.  The mission of the program is to provide a joyful and engaging environment for students as they spend time outside on the playground, enjoy snacks, activities, and games and work on assignments in a safe, enriching extended day experience for students at WES. 

When not directing Extended Day, the successful candidate will be supporting teachers in classrooms and with duties outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Extended Day program
• Plan and prepare daily activities and opportunities that encourage joy, curiosity, and exploration
• Facilitate study halls, provide academic support, and reinforce time management and study skills
• Manage and maintain Extended Day data management software (CampBrain)
• Provide effective communication with parents, both in person and digitally
• Manage a team of assistants and coordinate their hours
• Assist as a substitute teacher and with recess, lunch and other duties as needed
• Manage a program budget; order supplies and snack food as needed

Washington Episcopal School (WES) is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8.   Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.

 WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Successful experience working with children in various ages
• Be a kind and caring adult in the students’ lives
• A high level of energy and initiative along with a positive disposition
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

About Washington Episcopal School

Founded in 1986, Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through Grade 8. WES believes that learning should be joyful, because academic excellence and happy children belong together. The School represents a diverse community, where the uniqueness of each member of the school is celebrated. WES develops children into kind, confident, and prepared young adults. Washington Episcopal School is an equal opportunity employer.

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