New York, New York
Posted: 10-Jun-26
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: 85,000-105,000 per year
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Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
Are you...
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A curious and creative leader excited to create programs that bridge intellect, heart, and imagination?
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A compassionate and collaborative educator and role model for students?
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An enthusiastic community member eager to build relationships?
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An educator that loves creating activities that excite children?
Yes? Then read on!
Who we are:
We are an independent PreK-5 school located in Wallingford's Good Shepherd Center. Meridian inspires children to approach learning with passion and curiosity. Classes are small, and our curriculum is challenging. We encourage students to be reflective and to explore a diversity of thoughts and perspectives. We ask a lot of our students. We ask them to try, to make mistakes, to rebound, to apologize, to move forward with integrity. We ask them to take intellectual risks and to be thoughtful, caring community members. As citizens of the world, we encourage them to make connections between themselves, their local community, and the larger global society. We strive for Meridian students to develop into curious, compassionate, responsible young adolescents who begin to understand the power that resides in their hearts and their minds.
We believe the challenges of our world require culturally-competent, well-rounded, critical-thinking individuals prepared to be responsible and active global citizens. This is our work as educators in partnership with students and their families. We offer an academic education that balances the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of children. We believe a school community that is inclusive and diverse promotes a child’s sense of belonging. Meridian students learn to understand varying points of view, which over time will fuel innovation, creativity, and positive change for communities near and far.
Job Summary: The Director of Auxiliary Programs Auxiliary Program oversees the School’s Extended Day (ED) and Summer Quest (SQ) programs.
Job Responsibilities:
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Design and lead a dynamic after-school and summer program which provide activities that are stimulating and fun
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Prioritize the health and safety of all students and staff engaged in ED and SQ programs
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Plan and evaluate the ED and SQ curriculum and enrichment camp offerings - ensuring alignment with the School’s mission and values
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Oversee the operations of the ED and SQ programs (i.e., preparing communications about programs, registering students, communicating student information to parents, responding to parent inquiries in a timely manner, resolving billing issues, and purchasing snacks and supplies)
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Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise ED and SQ staff
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Work alongside the ED and SQ staff to supervise students Monday through Friday
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Recruit and manage all enrichment vendor relationships (i.e., check vendor backgrounds, create vendor contracts, track and review vendor invoices, supervise vendor classrooms, and evaluate vendor work)
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Set, communicate, and maintain student expectations - ensuring alignment with the School wide approach and faculty/administration, as situations arise
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Collaborate with the leadership team on an ongoing basis to ensure processes and training enable ED and SQ staff to handle behavioral challenges and communication with parents in a manner consistent with the School’s philosophy
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Develop a rapport with parents/guardians to facilitate ongoing communication
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Collaborate with administrative staff and faculty to schedule the use of facilities for ED and SQ programs
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Complete other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required; degree in elementary childhood education or related field, or equivalent education and experience preferred
- Five years experience working with children required
- Working knowledge of budget preparation, control, and management
- Experience and knowledge with youth behavior management and child abuse prevention
- Demonstrated ability in personnel supervision, the recruitment and retention of key personnel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, relying on minimal direction or supervision
- Flexibility, maturity, and a sense of humor
- Ability to keep information in the strictest of confidence
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
- Proficient at working in a Microsoft Windows and Google suite environment
- Ability to sit, stand, and/or move around our campus frequently
- Ability to drive school vehicle including 14 passenger van (no CDL required)
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to travel locally
- Ability to work outside in any weather
If this sounds like you, please complete our online employment application, and upload your resume and a cover letter indicating your interest in The Meridian School.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Meridian we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
The Meridian School is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally protected status, including race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age (over 40), marital status, physical or mental disability, use of a trained service animal, gender identity, sexual orientation, political ideology, HIV status, and veteran status. Our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all of its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.
Visit our website at www.meridianschool.edu.
