Employment

This position is the lead financial officer of The Windward School. The position has primary responsibility for managing and facilitating the functions of the business office, which includes payroll, facilities and vendor management.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports directly to and serves as a strategic partner to the Head of School and is a member of the Executive Team. The CFO serves on the Board of Trustees Finance Committee, as well as other committees as directed by the Board. The CFO provides leadership and management of the schools finances and is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and administration of all aspects of the Business Office, plant and facilities, risk management, employee management, and policy management. In partnership with the Head of School, the CFO maintains relationships with banks, professional accountants, legal counsel, and insurance companies.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:

• Support the Head of School and the Board of Trustees in the development of school policies and procedures that support the mission of the school and safeguard the well-being of the school and its employees.
• Develop and manage, with the Head of School and Finance Committee, the annual operating budget, the long-range financial plan and budgets related to special projects and/or capital campaigns.
• Prepare regular financial reports for the Finance Committee and the Board which reflect the financial position of the school in comparison with the approved budget.
• Oversee all school purchasing, cash management, financial investments, banking activities, payroll and benefits program.
• Secure an annual audit of the school's financial records and financial positions.
• Oversee the preparation of financial records for annual independent audit and assist the audit team in preparation of form 990 and other returns, including the form 5500.
• Supervise the work of the business office staff and use standard accounting and bookkeeping procedures, to keep an accurate continuous record of the cash and financial position of the school and manage the financial operation of the school so that the institution remains financially stable.
• Work in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources to maintain and improve human resources functions, including assessing, writing, and implementing appropriate personnel policies; overseeing the preparation of payroll and benefits programs including health insurance and retirement programs; overseeing the administration of hiring, retention, termination, and personnel records; ensure all programs are in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Actively contributing and supporting the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) initiatives of The School as well as working with the Director of DEIB to craft culturally sensitive and appropriate communications.
• Provide a regular report of expenditures for use of each department within the school.
• Manage risk at the school to ensure the safety of personnel and students in their use of the facilities and to maintain appropriate levels of insurance to protect the property and to cover the liability of the school; and
• Oversee the administration of financial assistance awards as a member of the Financial Aid Committee, working with the Head of School, the Associate Head of School, and the Director of Admission; support the re-enrollment process for students overseeing the compilation and mailing of enrollment contracts.
• To represent the school at various regional, state, and national associations relative to the role of being the lead financial officer.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
• To support the school and its leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Understanding of and commitment to Windwards mission and core values
• Complete knowledge of not-for-profit administration and accounting practices
• Customer-oriented with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with the team
• Excellent skills in oral and written communications
• Strong understanding of employment law and practices
• Strong understanding of school administration
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects, and handle time deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance required
• CPA or MBA desired
• 10+ years of related experience
   

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The Windward School seeks a talented Associate Head of School for Academic Programs to work closely with the Head of School, board of trustees, and executive leadership team to help lead Windward through a period of growth and development. 

The Associate Head of School for Academic Programs will be responsible for advancing Windward’s life-changing mission by enhancing our current academic programs, diversifying our curriculum, and overseeing faculty recruitment.

The Associate Head of School for Academic Programs is a leadership position, reaching across all levels of the school, grades 1-9, across all curricula disciplines, and across all programmatic offerings. This position works in partnership with the various constituent groups within the school to provide leadership, to measure, to implement, and to oversee all aspects of teaching and learning. This position not only provides academic leadership and oversight to maintain the academic integrity of the school, but also mentors teachers, supports students’ academic well-being and success, and serves as a resource for parents.

This newly created position will be a part of the senior leadership team and oversee the academic functions of the School.  The ideal candidate will be a team player who has a warm collaborative nature, positive energy, sense of humor, and is a consensus builder. They have excellent skills in communication and technology, including outstanding writing and public speaking skills. They possess a deep commitment to the regular evaluation of curriculum, academic programming, and faculty growth and accountability with an eye towards vertical, horizontal, and cross-discipline alignment, relevant and intentional student experiences, and cutting-edge teaching and learning.

Scope of the Role

Reporting to the Head of School, the Associate Head of School for Academic Programs will provide strategic and institutional support for the faculty and instructional support staff.  This role will be the point person for all facets of academics that have a direct impact on student learning. Examples include the monitoring of classroom instruction and management of all internal and external student assessment data.  This position has been developed to serve as an instruction and curriculum expert and be fully apprised of Windward’s educational philosophy and current educational trends and best practices, including educational research, brain research, and successful teaching practices.

The Associate Head of School for Academic Programs will set the strategic direction for all academic based initiatives through an equity lens at Windward and serve as a strategic thought partner for the Head of School.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:

• Provides clear vision, supervisory leadership and management, and strategic direction for all aspects of Windward’s academia
• In close collaboration with the Head of School, provides instructional leadership through curriculum oversight, assuring responsiveness to students’ needs and interests, vertical integration, excellence in all disciplines, congruence with mission and strategic vision goals, and ongoing innovation.
• Serves as the academic advisor to the Head of School as it pertains to curriculum, academic programming, and personnel
• Supports best practices in curriculum and pedagogy, based on current research on teaching and learning
• Ensures that our teachers are provided appropriate support and coaching in the areas of curriculum delivery, instructional practices, and assessment.
• Creates and delivers formal reports to the Board of Trustees on the academic program as requested.
• Determines staffing needs based on enrollment and the needs of the School and recommends hiring for instructional and instructional support staff, in conjunction with campus heads.
• In collaboration with the Director of Educational Technology, oversees all educational technology efforts including piloting new software, understanding new trends and developing a formalized plan for online instruction if needed
• Maintains direct communication with subject matter coordinators in order to benchmark work and assessment measures
• Works collaboratively with the Head of School, Windward Institute and Teacher Training Program personnel to strategically design professional development programs including faculty orientations, weekly PD sessions and faculty evaluations
• Leads, develops, and manages meetings, task forces, and other programming as they pertain to the job
• Meets regularly with Head of School to solve/discuss student retention, parent concerns/issues, personnel, assessments, students etc.
• Participates in school activities (including, but not limited, to Homecoming, Graduation, Theater Performances, Annual Benefit, DEIB events, Parent Education offerings etc.)
• Acts as an educational catalyst for best institutional and educational practices
• Reviews and modifies academic policies and procedures for students and faculty when appropriate. This includes offering insights and advice for policies and procedures related to dress code, student discipline, and all other policies that foster a positive school culture of learning, achievement and equity
• Serves as a resource for parents, answering curricular questions, monitoring and discerning parental concern as they relate to the academic program.
• Communicates with parents regularly, informing parents and families of the School’s practices, policies, schedules, learning activities and student opportunities
• Reviews and analyzes current spending on academic programs and propose an expanded budget to meet the academic needs of our students.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Master’s Degree with at least 3 years of school administration experience along with proven record of academic leadership
• Five or more years of teaching experience; preferably elementary & middle school
• Strong communication skills and the cultural competence to work well with diverse constituent groups including students, faculty, and parents
• Alignment with Windward’s mission and vision
• Strong organizational management skills to oversee multiple programs
• Experience and empathy to be a mentor to faculty and staff and a key resource to parents
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
• Ability to manage difficult conversations
• Energy, optimism and a sense of humor necessary to take joy in the leadership of a school and its community

APPLICATION DETAILS

Exceptional candidates with the skills and experience required to serve as a transformational leader at The Windward School should apply through the Windward employment page. All applications should include a cover letter and resume to the attention of, Mr. Jamie Williamson, Head of School. No phone calls please.

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The Windward School is currently seeking a Director of Marketing & Communications. Reporting currently to the Head of School but eventually to the Chief Advancement Officer and serving as a member of the Head of Schools leadership team, the Director of Marketing and Communications shares broad responsibilities to advance the mission, reputation, and capacity of The Windward School in fulfillment of its strategic priorities and core values across all three campuses; Westchester Lower School, Westchester Middle School, and Manhattan Lower and Middle Schools as well as The Windward Institute. Along with Windward's senior leadership and external consultants, the Director will manage and elevate the school's brand through strategic planning, market insight, trend analysis, and consumer feedback to provide strong cohesion across the schools activities.

The Director will oversee strategic planning and processes that yield integrated school-wide communications and inbound and outbound marketing that support the schools mission; convey its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging with authenticity and sophistication; meet the needs of multiple constituencies and departments; and advance Windwards standing in the local community and the independent school community nationwide. This senior leader will collaborate with the admissions office to ensure that the schools overall and division-specific messaging effectively communicates the value of a Windward education to prospective families while partnering closely with the development office to ensure that the communications for fundraising and alumni connections appropriately reflect the schools mission and voice and support the offices objectives. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with the Chief Advancement Officer on the schools public relations approach. This includes managing media contacts and requests while working with the head of school on communications to proactively promote the school and safeguard its reputation in moments of crisis. This role will build, coach, and manage a high-performing communications team that is equipped to meet the needs of a dynamic and evolving institution, including digital strategy, social media, print publications, brand management, and media and public relations. In addition to leading the work of the Windward communications team, they will be managing external resource companies (website developers, graphic designers, freelance photographers, and others).

Employees who thrive at The Windward School are deeply passionate about their profession and about educating children with language-based learning disabilities, are collaborative colleagues, are excited by professional growth, and are committed to fostering a community where everyone belongs.

Qualifications

This position is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and equity-minded leader who is a big-picture thinker with a track record of innovation, collaboration, and mission-driven leadership. Minimum qualifications include a bachelors degree (advanced degree preferred) in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, education, or a related field, and five to seven years of progressive, full-time experience in strategic communications and/or public relations, with at least three years of experience managing a communications team. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in strategic communications for independent schools, colleges or universities, or social impact organizations.

• Sophisticated utilization of social media, web, digital, print, and multimedia strategies in support of organizational mission, values, and priorities.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills and proficiency in communicating and engaging effectively with a wide range of constituencies, including senior leadership, faculty, board members, parents/guardians, staff, alumni, and students.

• Creating and leading integrated communications campaigns, brand awareness, and media strategy with a relevant portfolio of proven outcomes.

• Knowledge of trends and best practices in brand management and public relations, as well as communication technologies.

• Proactive integration of core values and diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging into communications and brand strategies.

• The ability to develop and implement strategic campaigns and research-based communications plans.

• Expertise in making presentations and communicating with the media and key stakeholders, especially in a crisis or controversial situation.

• Managing complex projects in a fast-paced organization with multiple stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Generate rich and creative online content that is optimized for search engines and engages the school's various constituencies.

• Provide editorial direction and manage the development, design, production, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic communications including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, and website.

• Coordinate webpage maintenance ensure that new and consistent information(article links, stories, and events) is posted regularly.

• Ensure school website has an interactive parent and faculty/staff portal and is mobile compatible.

• Ensure school website, parent and faculty/staff portals remain compatible on all industry standard browsers.

• Hire and train publication assistants/free-lance writers as necessary.

• Track and measure over time the level of engagement with the school's various audiences through various communication instruments.

• Provide recommendations regarding School's current and future communication platforms, including website(s), social media and public relations efforts.

• Serve as a public spokesperson and representative for the School.

• Actively contributing and supporting the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) initiatives of The School as well as working with the Director of DEIB to craft culturally sensitive and appropriate communications.

• Identify educational policy issues relevant to the school that can be leveraged to support Windward's mission and create and implement plans to exploit them.

• Lead communications/ marketing projects as assigned, such as WTTI Marketing and Development fundraising and special events initiatives.

• Support the Head of School and Chief Advancement Officer regarding strategic communication activities including speech writing and presentations delivered to faculty, parents, Board of Trustees, and other internal and external events.

• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School and Chief Advancement Officer.

Working Environment

• This is a multi-campus role and travel between all three campuses (two in White Plains and one in Manhattan) is required.

• This position will be required to work weekends and evenings, as needed.

• Work is performed in an office environment as well as in various off-site locations.

• FLSA Classification: Full-time/Exempt

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The Windward School is looking for an individual with vision, initiative, strategic thinking, strong relationship-building skills, and track record of being a proven facilities planning professional with at least ten years of experience to join the team.

Reporting to the CFO, The Director will oversee and coordinate all construction, maintenance, and facilities needs across all campuses within a culture of service to the School community. The Director will focus on areas of planning and management including, but not limited to, conceptual discussions, project feasibility studies, space program development, managing costs and budgets, facilities infrastructure project planning and development, and always ensuring regulatory ready facilities.

The Director will lead a staff of varying abilities and will be responsible for creating growth and learning opportunities for their team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership/Supervisory Functions

• Provide leadership to plan, coordinate, and direct through existing building supervisors, the activities of Facilities Management. This will include the establishment of standards and metrics to assess the effectiveness of operations across our three campuses.
• Work with the Facilities Director and building facilities supervisors to establish operating manuals and/or written procedures, and those written procedures are consistently followed.
• Compute maintenance budget costs and maintain adequate control within appropriations.
• Be an active partner with the executive leadership team on developing and executing on a Facilities Master Plan.
• Conducts annual performance evaluations for all maintenance/facilities supervisors and train supervisors on the process for evaluating their teams performance which includes providing feedback. Executes all disciplinary actions for facilities staff on all campuses.
• Oversees and ensures completion of mandatory training for applicable facilities staff (i.e. fire certifications, annual sexual harassment prevention training, OSHA training, etc.).
• Develop a strategy and/or incentive program to limit work related accidents.
• Assists in the recruitment process for all facilities staff which includes working with HR to build job descriptions, interviewing and selection of facilities personnel.

Building Management

• Oversee all logistics for the development, maintenance, operation, construction, engineering, and renovation of facilities.
• Completes a Facilities Condition Assessment with the Facilities Director in order to create a detailed Planned Preventative Maintenance and Capital Expenditure Plan.
• Develop, schedule, and implement a Preventative Maintenance Plan that addresses the regular and deferred/preventative maintenance needs of buildings, grounds, roads, sidewalks, playgrounds, athletic fields, furniture, fixtures, equipment, fire safety and school vehicles.
• Be responsible for all Facilities Management records including building plans and specifications, equipment listings, warranties/guarantees, cost data, blueprints, manufacturer/supplier manuals, and all other records and information necessary for long term knowledge of the nature and components of the equipment.
• Function as the liaison to engineers, architects and contractors during renovations.
• Regularly inspect or provide the means to inspect the campus buildings, grounds, and related equipment.
• Must participate in all Emergency Management Plan and Safety discussions to act as liaison for the Maintenance Staff.

Budgeting and Planning:

• Manages the facilities budget on an ongoing basis, including accurate tracking and forecasting expenditures.
• Review annual report of workers compensation claims made by facilities and work with HR department to strategically lower the amount of work related accidents.
• Maintain knowledge and experience to design, implement, and maintain projects that are compliant with Federal, State and local requirements.
• Develop labor cost and time control standards as well as periodically auditing departmental project costs to ensure effective operation.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer and/or senior leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in Facilities, Construction, Plant Management, or similar position at a high leadership level.
• Successful administrative and supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work well as a part of a management team and provide leadership to staff to meet institutional goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer service and problem-solving orientation.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Work Order Ticket Programs, CAD, Blueprints, Building Systems, and Building Management Systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Director of Facilities or similar role at an educational/non-profit/healthcare institution.
• A degree with architecture, engineering and/or construction or facilities management specialization.
• Practical experience in engineering or a related field.
• Personnel management training or experience.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting procedures.
• Working knowledge of Spanish preferred.

Special Requirements

• Must be fully vaccinated by the first day of employment.
• Scheduled travel to all three campuses on a regular basis is required.
• Must respond to emergencies as needed, this role is on-call 24 hours.
• Must be present when needed at after-hours school-wide events to oversee maintenance staff including but not limited to Back-to-School Picnic, Homecoming, Graduation, Schwartz Lecture, and various Board of Trustee events.
• Possesses or is able to obtain NYC Certificates of Fitness (S-95): Fire Alarm Supervisor, Sprinkler/Standpipe, Fire Guard, Fire Drill Instructor and the (F-07): Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor within six months of employment.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical activities include repetitive motion and exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The job requires manual dexterity.

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The Windward School is currently seeking an Associate Director of Marketing & Communications to partner with the Director of Marketing & Communications in leading the digital brand positioning, marketing, and communications. The Associate Director will innovate and recommend strategies and tactics across an array of departmental initiatives aligned with the mission, DEIB commitments, and objectives of Windward.

In a fast-paced MarCom department and organization, the Associate Director will work independently and as a leader of projects and teams to support the delivery of high quality, strategic content across communications channels/deliverables including: social media, blogs, websites, portals, emails, presentations, collateral, video, advertising, public relations, publications, surveys, policies, and more.

The Associate Director will leverage exceptional written and verbal communications skills and will have a strong attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. To support the marketing and communications departments strategic priorities, the Associate Director will identify, innovate, and deliver content across digital and traditional communications channels. With targeted audiences in mind, the Associate Director will tell stories from our community through multimedia channels. As a leader of digital channels, the Associate Director will keep abreast and train others proactively on best practices and new media.

The Associate Director will act as the primary editor and lead project manager in the conception, content creation, and execution of 4 annual publications. This includes leading schedules and budgets, as well as internal teams, design agencies, writers, and mailhouse. The Associate Director will also be a contributing copywriter to these pubs.

Project management, flexibility, multi-tasking, and organizational skills will be used rigorously in this role. A commitment to collaboration, team work, and agency management will be valuable. The work will be driven by goals around awareness-building, enrollment, family/alumni relations, fundraising, and more. The Associate Director will have a significant role in crisis/emergency communications as they arise and will make regular updates, across an array of digital channels, to inform and support the extended Windward community.

The Associate Director will serve as client service liaison to several as assigned internal teams (i.e. Development), managing project timelines, ensuring timely project completion, and communicating status updates and clear expectations for project execution.

Qualified candidates should not only have the experience and expertise listed but also should:

• Have a deep understanding of and a passion to support The Windward Schools mission
• Display a proven commitment to diversity work and fostering an inclusive culturally competent school environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Steward Windwards editorial and brand standards, ensuring brand consistency and integrity of the schools communications.
• Stay informed on marketing and communications best practices and leverage them to optimize outcomes. Train others proactively.
• Develop and create a range of strategically driven, high-quality digital media projects, including the conception, execution and delivery of website content, video content, graphic design, and messaging for social media, and other creative projects.
• Lead the creation and delivery of 4 publications annually, on time, and on budget.
• Regularly monitor readership and impact of communications channels/
• Solicit input on major initiatives, analyze and present data analytics, and adjust strategy in support of communications plans.
• Manage the website including day-to-day updates, monthly analytics reporting, SEO optimization and enhanced user experience and functionality.
• Strong fluency with website technologies, various social media platforms, digital advertising, database platforms, and email platforms.
• Secure and lead photographers and videographers.
• Independently and collaboratively manage projects and teams, including vendors.
• Gain training across all needed platforms and participate in rotating on-call schedule (which spans every day in year, during and outside business hours) in the management of crisis/emergency communications.
• Manage production process for deliverables by coordinating with
• outside vendors (graphic designers, printers, videographers, photographers, etc.) and supporting project schedules, and estimating/invoicing tasks.
• Lead maintainence of the schools portal and website calendar in conjunction with org calendar and other schedules.
• Attend in-person and virtual events (during school days, evenings, and weekends)
• and created written promotional and/or recap communications, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or related field
• 5+ years of related professional experience, optimally in the education or nonprofit sectors
• Exceptional, proven skills in: project management, copywriting/editing, producing publications/collateral, and managing digital channels
• Ability to convey the mission and tone of The Windward School
• Strong skills in basic graphic design, photography, and video capturing skills; strong creative director
• Experience with content management systems with a basic understanding of web programming and HTML
• Superior client service and interpersonal skills with proven follow-through ability
• Proven project management, organization, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to be flexible, multitask, and to work collaboratively and independently
• Strong attention to detail and deadlines required; able to work quickly with a commitment to accuracy
• Must have a strategic and tactical mindset, as well as a positive mindset
• Must possess a willingness to accept feedback and adapt
• Proficient and willingness to work with WordPress, Contstant Contact, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, etc), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

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The Windward School is currently seeking a Assistant Director of Human Resources to serve all Windward campuses with a home office at the Westchester Lower School.  Although the home office is at Westchester Lower School (White Plains, NY), there is an expectation for this role to visit the NY campus at least once every 2 weeks; possibly once per week during various times of the year.

This new position will work with the Director of Human Resources and the team to ensure that the vision and execution of the Schools overall HR practices are aligned with The Windward Schools mission.

Qualified candidates should not only have the experience and expertise listed but also should:

• Have a deep understanding of and a passion to support The Windward Schools mission
• Display a proven commitment to diversity work and fostering an inclusive culturally competent school environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting: running Personnel reports in Paycom depending with specific data based on the request. Formatting data as appropriate for the request. This area needs to be elevated in terms of running the report and building reports in Paycom that will help us analyze headcount by department, salary information, DEIB hires, etc that can be recurring.
• Personnel Changes: Develop and disperse Offer Letters, Annual Employment Letters (union & non union), non probationary letters & Change of Status/Salary Forms.
• Payroll: handle all salary Calculations & adjustments for blends, prorated salary adjustments for those who do not work the entire school year, calculations on teacher to Coordinator conversions, entering semi-monthly datasets of additional pays, tracking historical pay rates for various items like curriculum work, SIP, new hire orientation, chaperone duties, etc.
• Recruitment: assist with building & update job descriptions, post jobs on Paycom, researching various job boards for diversity and specific functions, posting on those boards and analyzing the amount of qualified candidates from each job board, prescreening of candidates for all roles for any roles below a Director level.
• Employee Relations: In conjunction with Director of HR, take on HALF of the employee relations conversations, mediations, one on ones, etc. Documenting all employee relations issues, how they were navigated and following up. Anything with potential legal implications will be handled by Director of HR.
• Exit Interviews: In conjunction with the Director of HR, conduct all exit interviews with the exception of Director level and above which Director of HR will conduct. Documenting all feedback, sharing preliminary COBRA information and sorting out the return of Windward property.
• Paycom Build Out & Cleanup: Revamp and maintain HR sites within Paycom. Applicant tracking Paycom site needs additional branding, HOS message,. Go through database adding important info that we can report on, removing
• School Communications: work with various departments to obtain content on School communications that should be highlighted for faculty/staff. Develop monthly powerpoint slides to display on screens in faculty lounges.
• Modernizing the HR office: in conjunction with Director of HR, oversee the transition of paper personnel files to electronic personnel files, transition paper based forms to Microsoft electronic forms in order to apply for leaves, salary changes, request for meetings, etc.
• Probationary Evaluations: work with Director of HR to develop and launch a 90 day non union evaluation process that is effective yet simple for supervisors to complete.

Specific Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources required
• At least 5 years of HR Generalist experience including recruitment, benefits, employee relations, employee engagement, etc.
• Advanced excel skills required including vlookups and pivot tables all candidates will be tested
• Experience working with HRIS systems including applicant tracking systems; Paycom experience a plus
• Knowledge of ERISA guidelines and prior 401K or 403b experience
• Ability to stay abreast federal and state labor laws (NY, CT) to ensure compliance

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Assistant teachers are integral members of The Windward School community. They are valued for the strong and trusting relationships developed with students and collaborative relationships with faculty. While participating in a structured teacher training program, assistant teachers are in pursuit of pedagogical knowledge and instructional expertise. This effort is achieved through rich professional development and opportunities for reflection. 

Specific Requirements

• BA degree required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong technology skills
• A passion for learning and growth and an ability to thrive in a rigorous training program
• Open to constructive feedback and reflection
• Commitment to DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) work and creating an inclusive environment
• Previous experience working with school aged children preferred 

As an assistant teacher at The Windward School you would have the following responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Becoming knowledgeable about the elements and structure of spoken and written language
• Participating in the Windward Teacher Training Program (WTTP) workshops and courses
• Developing formal lesson plans and teaching such lessons under the observation of coordinators and administrators
• Attending and actively participating in weekly staff development sessions
• Assisting mentor teachers with the instructional classroom program as appropriate
• Meeting frequently with mentor teachers and an Assistant Teacher Staff Developer to discuss teacher training progress, educational/instructional strategies and overall performance.
• Providing supervision for students during lunch, recess, arrival and dismissal
• Actively contributing and supporting the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) initiatives of The School
• Becoming familiar with The Windward School culture by attending school activities and programs 
• Gaining knowledge in the research and strategies that support the multisensory instructional program
• Developing an understanding of the emotional and social needs of our students and techniques used to support those needs 
• Embodying Windward’s core competencies of commitment, growth, impact and community 

In order to support these goals, assistant teachers are required to enroll in Windward Teacher Training Program core courses: Multisensory Reading Instruction (PAF), Teaching Basic Writing 

Skills and Language, Learning and Literacy. These courses reflect the research base of the Windward program and provide the foundation of knowledge about language. Assistant teachers are also required to read selected articles that describe the body of research that supports the Windward program. 

To apply, email cover letter and resume to: 
Sandra Schwarz, Director, Teacher Training Program at windwardresumes@thewindwardschool.org.

RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:

• Work in collaboration with the Controller & CFO to support the Business Office and to manage all accounting policies and procedures, ensuring a strong system of internal controls.
• Reconcile all cash and investment accounts on a monthly basis
• Monitor daily bank activities; record automatic charges and credits.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts to Development department on a monthly basis
• Assist with monthly closings and the preparation of financial statements.
• Maintain fixed asset depreciation schedule and record quarterly activity
• Prepare and distribute year-to-date expenditures and remaining annual budget to all department heads on a monthly basis
• Generate journal entries to reflect the revenue and accounts receivable balances in the general ledger
• Prepare semimonthly payrolls for all exempt and nonexempt employees as well as related payroll journal entries
• Assist Human Resources Department and Controller with payroll changes and calculate complex compensation prorations
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies in conjunction with the HR Department
• Prepare semi-monthly list of retirement plan contributions
• Assist Controller in preparation of all documents for the annual audit and work with independent auditors in the preparation of annual financial statements, schedules, and tax returns
• Track and manage all insurance documentation received
• Perform other duties as assigned by Controller and/or CFO

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in accounting required; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of experience in non-profit accounting or finance required
• Advanced Excel proficiency required
• Must be able to report via Excel and Word and possess excellent computer skills including the ability to understand computerized accounting systems at a proficient level.
• Blackbaud/Financial Edge Knowledge strongly preferred
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices
• Be able to analyze fiscal data and report it in a clear and concise manner
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative and work collaboratively when appropriate
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Be able to organize work and set priorities to meet changing deadlines
• Be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all team members
   

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Objective

The Nurse will be a part of a school nurse team and work closely with the nurses who are based at other Windward campuses, and under the direction of the Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics. The Windward School Nurse is an integral person in supporting the physical, mental, emotional, and social climate for all students and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The School Nurse will handle student Health Services by providing professional nursing services in accordance with the NYS (New York State) Licensing Board and the NYS Nurse Practice Act.

• The nurse will act as advocate, liaison, and consultant on health-related issues for students, families, and school personnel.

• Administer first aid, emergency care and preventive care to students and staff.

• Maintain current pertinent health data for each student including NY State mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements.

• Initiate and document health surveillance programs as needed and record, compile and report data as required by NYS and NYC Departments of Health.

• Find and assess student health needs, implementing services and evaluating plans of care to boost student learning and achieve optimum safety.

• Supply NY State mandated and annual screening programs including vision, hearing, height, weight, and scoliosis.

• Participate as a member of The Windward School's multi-disciplinary team.

• Act as liaison between home, school, and community providers for medical issues, discussing with administration when proper.

• Find and report building safety or environmental issues which may affect student or staff health to the Campus Head.

• Participate as a member of The Windward School's Emergency Management, Health, Safety and Crisis Response Teams.

• Review Health Appraisal and Sports Clearance forms for student athletes prior to the start of each sport season.

• Provide Athletic Director/coaches with cleared student lists and relevant medical information in a prompt fashion.

• Supply staff and community educational opportunities as needed.

• Promote an environment that is positive, student-centered, and differentiated to meet the needs of all learners.

Specific Requirements

• New York State licensed Registered Nurse with a minimum of three years nursing experience in a school, pediatric, or emergency room setting to staff the health office.

• The candidate must have a clear ability to work on several tasks simultaneously and have good judgement, tact, and flexibility.

• Current CPR certification and computer skills are also necessary.

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The Windward School is currently seeking several part time school aides to assist Windward faculty in the supervision of children in non-academic situations in our Westchester and Manhattan locations. This role is Monday through Friday, 9am -2 pm, not to exceed 30 hours per week.  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides supervision of children during non-academic time including arrivals & dismissals, hallway movement, lunch time, and recess activities. 

• Assist students with safety protocols including handwashing, social distancing and the wearing of appropriate PPE at all times. 

• Exhibits a positive attitude and serves as a positive role model for students and the community. 

• Works cooperatively and effectively with others. Maintains self control and uses common sense. 

• Reports to work on time and ready to work. 

• Exhibits good judgment and responds positively to supervision, suggestions and/or directives. 

Specific Requirements

• Degree Preferred
• Prior experience working with children
• Anyone hired for this role must complete a mandatory background check

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The Windward School is currently seeking a Development Events Associate & WPA Liaison at the Westchester Middle School. This position is an integral part of The Windward Schools team of development professionals, serving as a liaison to the Windward Parents Association (WPA), support donor cultivation and stewardship activities, and help plan and execute a range of special events.

Qualified candidates should not only have the experience and expertise listed but also should:

• Have a deep understanding of and a passion to support The Windward Schools mission
• Display a proven commitment to diversity work and fostering an inclusive culturally competent school environment

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to the Associate Director of Development
• Oversees logistics of special events including reserving space and coordinating with technology, food service and maintenance for all event needs before, during and after each event
• Leads planning and execution of biennial Benefit
• Oversees preparation of invitations, programs, nametags and other materials for events
• Oversees onsite set-up and day-of-event coordination
• Solicits event support (sponsorships, silent auction items, and in-kind donations)
• Partners with the Communications Department to develop strong and consistent marketing and communications strategies for events
• Assists the Communications Department by taking photographs of events and writing short summaries of each event
• Maintains lists of event attendees and sends to senior administrators before events
• Ensures that administrators are properly prepared by providing detailed bios of registrants and a "run of show" for each event
• Manages budgets, submits purchase orders and reconciles spending with the Business Office for each event
• Ensures proper post-event cleanup, communications, payment and documentation
• Reviews and revises event calendar annually to ensure events are achieving objectives, increasing involvement and contributing to the overall goals of the development program
• Serves as the Westchester liaison to the Windward Parents Association (WPA), and works in consultation with the Associate Director of Development on WPA-related matters
• Partners closely with the Manhattan WPA Liaison, WPA Co-Presidents, and Communications on managing content for the WPA weekly newsletter
• Provides support to the WPA for Westchester initiatives and events, including (but not limited to) Back-to-School Picnic, Back-to-School Cocktail Party, Photo Day, Bookfair, Holiday Luncheon, Faculty and Staff appreciation initiatives, Community Service Day, Spring Fair, and Dream Big
• Attends fundraising cultivation and stewardship events as requested by senior Advancement staff
• Performs other duties, as assigned by Director of Development or Chief Advancement Officer

Specific Requirements

• Minimum of two years of work experience, preferably working in a busy, fast-paced office setting, in development, events, public relations or marketing.
• Strong project management skills and ability to execute independently and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
• Interest in building relationships with volunteers and willingness to engage them on the phone and in person.
• Superb organization and administrative skills, including working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with Constant Contact and Raiser's Edge a plus
• Organized, energetic, strategic, collaborative, and prepared to work with a team of development professionals on multiple campuses.
• Some evening and weekend work is required.

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