Whitfield School, an innovative educational institution for students in grades 6-12, seeks to welcome an Upper School humanities teacher to a community that emphasizes college preparation through character education. Teachers at Whitfield actively engage with—and learn from—colleagues on a daily basis, thrive on the opportunity to co-create an equitable and inclusive environment alongside a diverse student body, and apply research-based best practices in their classrooms day in and day out.

This position is for the 2021-2022 academic year (start date August 1, 2021).

In addition to demonstrating a passion for this work, ideal candidates will:

• Have a demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Have both a depth and breadth of knowledge regarding upper school humanities curriculum—including college preparatory studies of literature and composition.
• Have a demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction—especially with 9th and 10th grade students.
• Have strong experience teaching reading and writing as a process.

Professional expectations include:

• Integrate Habits of Mind and Heart, Whitfield’s social-emotional and character education framework, across all school programming and experiences.
• Leverage diversity, equity, and inclusion through culturally competent teaching and embracing the diversity of our student body.
• Managing a grade-level advisory, which meets several times a week and serves as the foundation of the school’s teacher-student-family relationship.
• Technology integration through Whitfield’s learning management system (Blackbaud ON) and industry-leading 1:1 laptop program (Microsoft Surface Pro).
• Commitment to students beyond the classroom through athletics or extracurricular activities, school event participation, and before/after school “open door” availability.

Interested candidates please submit three PDF files to Upper School Director Sara Ringe, sara.ringe@whitfieldschool.org:

1. Cover letter as introduction to search committee

2. Resume detailing experiences and qualifications

3. List of three references with contact information

Whitfield actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programming, policies, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, age, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, disability status, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Whitfield School is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all candidates to apply.

Whitfield School, an innovative educational institution for students in grades 6-12, seeks to welcome an Upper School math teacher to a community that emphasizes college prep through character education. Teachers at Whitfield actively engage with—and learn from—colleagues on a daily basis, thrive on the opportunity to co-create an equitable and inclusive environment alongside a diverse student body, and apply research-based best practices in their classrooms day in and day out.

This position is for the 2021-2022 academic year (start date August 1, 2021). 

In addition to demonstrating a passion for this work, ideal candidates will:

• Have a demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues

• Have both a depth and breadth of knowledge regarding an upper school math curriculum - including coursework from algebra through introductory calculus

• Have a demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction - especially with 9th,10th and 11th grade students

Professional expectations include:

• Integrate Habits of Mind and Heart, Whitfield’s social-emotional and character education framework, across all school programming and experiences.

• Leverage diversity, equity, and inclusion through culturally competent teaching and embracing the diversity of our student body. 

• Managing a grade-level advisory, which meets several times a week and serves as the foundation of the school’s teacher-student-family relationship.

• Technology integration through Whitfield’s learning management system (Blackbaud ON) and industry-leading 1:1 laptop program (Microsoft Surface Pro).

• Commitment to students beyond the classroom through athletics or extracurricular activities, school event participation, and before/after school “open door” availability.

Interested candidates please submit three PDF files to Upper School Director Sara Ringe, sara.ringe@whitfieldschool.org:

1. Cover letter as introduction to search committee

2. Resume detailing experiences and qualifications

3. List of three references with contact information

Whitfield actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programming, policies, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, age, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, disability status, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Whitfield School is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all candidates to apply.

Whitfield School serves students in suburban St. Louis in grades 6-12 by providing a coeducational, college preparatory education that cultivates ethical, confident, and successful students in a community of innovation, collaboration, and trust.  Whitfield School seeks an energetic and experienced professional to advance a successful admission program in collaboration with the Director of Institutional Advancement.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated a high level of professionalism, responsibility and customer service that will drive the department to meet annual enrollment and revenue goals.

The Director of Enrollment Management is one of four senior administrators who report to the Director of Institutional Advancement, along with the Director of Development, Director of Communications & Marketing, and Director of Alumni Relations. The Director of Enrollment Management also serves on the school’s administrative leadership team. 

Start Date: July 1, 2021

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the mission and standards of the school by recruiting and retaining students who will benefit from the school’s unique culture and programmatic offerings and contribute to the school community.

Formulate forward-thinking, strategic application, admission, and enrollment policies and practices.

Manage two full-time employees: Admission Coordinator, and Admission Associate/Summer Camp Director. Set annual goals, motivate and provide direction for their work.

Oversee enrollment management budgets in order to meet revenue goals and contribute to the fiscal health of the school.

Understand the culture and climate of the school and the broader educational environment.

Foster high ethical standards, integrity, and respect for colleagues, alumni/ae, parents, and students throughout the admissions process.

Be sensitive to economic, cultural, and other issues present in the enrollment of a diverse student body.

Communicate clearly and enthusiastically to all staff and prospective students.

Coordinate four essential elements to ensure a competitive admissions process and the long-term health of the student body and broader alumni/ae base:

Admission Management
the tracking of prospective students from applicant to enrollment and beyond

• Design and oversee admission events, mass communications and individual outreach to promote school to prospective families.
• Manage all aspects of application process including application submission, interview, and testing.
• Develop applicant review criteria for individual readers, and implement an organized, efficient and effective process for applicant review by committee.
• Design communication plan for prospective families.
• Design and organize orientation events and transition process for new students and families.

Student Retention

• Manage process of student and family conversations for those at-risk of leaving prior to graduation.
• Collaborate with administrative team in discussions about overall student and parent satisfaction and engagement.
• Collaborate with the business office to oversee contract renewals. 

Research
analyzing data that affect enrollment

• Maintain comparative data to track trends in admission funnel, student body and local community.
• Work strategically with data trends to meet goals.
• Make annual projections for enrollment and tuition revenue.

Marketing

• Collaborate with the student services team, academic administrators, faculty and student leaders to collectively communicate the Whitfield experience and our school’s unique differentiators.
• Collaborate with the director of advancement and director of communications & marketing to develop a strategic recruitment and communication plan to reach targeted audiences, including identifying and implementing best-practice web-based technologies.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with the database manager to maintain accurate records for applicants, students and alumni.

Manage director of summer camps; oversee coordination of summer camp programs.

Play a leadership role with financial aid awards and international student enrollment:

Financial Aid

• Manage financial aid decisions for new and returning students in context of tuition discount rate by grade level and overall enrollment goals.
• Oversee collection of financial aid documentation from new and returning families.
• Review financial aid documentation as compared to third party recommendations, to determine financial need.
• Communicate financial aid awards, respond to all financial aid inquiries from current and returning families; work with the head of school to determine decisions and appeals.

International Student Enrollment

• Manage international student recruitment and enrollment process.
• Assist with oversight of SEVIS documentation required for school approval, and individual student documentation needs.
• Collaborate with international program coordinator to support international students and to communicate with their parents regarding progress, enrollment and re-enrollment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of five years of experience in education, with preference to admission work and experience working in an independent school.
• Ability to think critically and creatively.
• Proven success in a senior administrative role.
• Demonstrated leadership skills (public speaking, clear communications, personnel management, event coordination, volunteer coordination & training).
• The ability to work collaboratively with other members of the school community.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as needed, including internationally.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and early mornings as needed. 

Interested candidates please submit three PDF files to Director of Institutional Advancement Emily Klimek, emily.klimek@whitfieldschool.org.

1. Cover letter as introduction to search committee
2. Resume detailing experiences and qualifications
3. List of three references with contact information

Whitfield actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programming, policies, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, age, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, disability status, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Whitfield School is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all candidates to apply.

Whitfield School, an innovative educational institution for students in grades 6-12, seeks to welcome a Head Varsity Boys Soccer Coach to a community that emphasizes college prep through character education. This part time, season-specific position is for the 2021-2022 school year. 

We believe that participation in athletics and extracurricular activities has a positive effect on student success. Our commitment to a “participation” philosophy for all athletic programs provides all students with the opportunity to achieve their goals both on and off the field.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a four-year college degree
• Possess multiple years of coaching experience with school-age children and a background in education
• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the activity
• Coordinate all aspects of the activity such as, but not limited to, practices and games
• Assume responsibility for the regulations under MSHSAA and Title IX
• Maintain responsibility for maintenance and proper utilization of facilities
• Promote and maintain strong parental, community, and alumni involvement
• Assist in selecting, assigning, and evaluating all activity personnel for the activity
• Establish the performance criteria for participation in an interscholastic activity
• Recommend purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
• Maintain appropriate and accurate records for each activity
• Prioritize the safety, conduct, and general welfare of students
• Maintain high standards of student conduct
• Inventory and maintain equipment
• Prepare appropriate reports as required by the District and the State
• Maintain confidentiality, unquestionable integrity
• Maintain regular attendance

Interested candidates please submit three PDF files to Director of Athletics Mike Potsou, mike.potsou@whitfieldschool.org:

1. Cover letter as introduction to search committee

2. Resume detailing experiences and qualifications

3. List of three references with contact information

Whitfield actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programming, policies, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, age, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, disability status, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Whitfield School is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all candidates to apply.