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• Community Outreach Coordinator, Part-time

  The Ellis School seeks a creative and innovative thinker with a passion for providing welcoming experiences, and planning and executing top-notch events, to join the School’s Marketing and Communications Office. This year-round position will work approximately 15 hours per week on a flexible weekday schedule. The schedule will also include some evening and weekend hours both on campus and at off-site locations.

  
  

  Working closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications and in collaboration with key stakeholders, this position will be responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing strategic outreach events to market, promote, and celebrate Ellis’ all-girls experience by:

  • Collaborating with colleagues to identify programming opportunities
  • Interfacing with external community partners, efficiently planning and implementing events
  • Positively interacting with event attendees, treating them with respect and providing warm, courteous, and professional communications
  • Ensuring events are engaging, inclusive, welcoming, safe, tidy, and aesthetically pleasing
  • Staying current with local event and programming initiatives

  
  Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of work experience
  • Experience working successfully with, and relating well to, elementary and middle school girls and their families
  • Enthusiasm for educating girls and working in a school setting
  • Demonstrated proactive embrace of project management tools and a passion for hands-on execution
  • Keen interest in meeting and interacting with new people, building relationships, and cultivating networking opportunities
  • Self-motivated with excellent work habits and strong organizational skills
  • Superb communication skills, both oral and written, including comfort with public speaking
  • Experience using social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to promote and cover events
  • Curiosity and a willingness to learn new skills

  
  

  To Apply:

  Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to myellis@theellisschool.org. Preference will be given to candidates who apply by January 31, 2020. 

  
  

  The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, sex, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment. The Ellis community pursues, supports, and embraces diversity of all kinds, recognizing the collective strength derived from our individual differences.

• Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  The Ellis School is seeking a full-time Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion beginning in the 2020–2021 school year. The only all-girls independent school in Pittsburgh serving students in grades pre-kindergarten–grade 12, the School is known for offering a rigorous college preparatory curriculum in a supportive, welcoming environment and serves approximately 375 girls distributed across three divisions.  

  
  

  The School is deeply committed to its all-girls environment, which allows each girl to develop into her own unique best self in an atmosphere that challenges, supports, and embraces each student. Ellis prepares its students to become independent, resilient, intellectually curious young women with the confidence, self-knowledge, and skills to explore and pursue their passions in the world. Ideal candidates will possess a commitment to fulfilling the mission of the School: to educate girls and young women to become bold, authentic, intellectually vibrant changemakers.

  
  

  The Ellis School has a long and deep commitment to being a diverse and inclusive community and takes seriously the work that is required in order to continue to grow in its ability to enact that goal. Ellis students come from 68 different zip codes, and 38% of students identify as people of color. The School has built a rich array of programming around equity and inclusion.

  
  

  Ellis is seeking a dynamic individual who will bring experience, knowledge, and commitment to the work of guiding and leading the School’s efforts to become an even more diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community.  Responsibilities will include sponsoring and facilitating student and parent affinity groups, providing significant planning and oversight for our annual student-led diversity conference, supporting the work of our board and faculty/staff committees on diversity and inclusion, and providing in-house professional development for faculty.

  
  

  To Apply:

  
  

  Candidates should submit the following materials electronically to Wendy Wu at opportunities@theellisschool.org:
  

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Statement of philosophy related to creating diverse, equitable, inclusive school communities
  • Names and contact information of three professional references

  Preference will be given to applications received by January 15. Questions about this position should be directed to Macon Finley, Head of School, at finleym@theellisschool.org.

   

• Extended Day Staff Member, Part-time

  The Ellis School is seeking an energetic, responsible individual who loves working with

  children to fill a part-time position in our After-school Program. A willingness to work as part of a team providing a safe and fun environment for elementary school girls in pre-kindergarten through grade 4 is required. Experience working with children is preferred.

  
  

  The position runs September through June. Regular hours are from 2:00–6:00 p.m. daily; however, full days may be required as predetermined throughout the school year. 

  
  

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • To take attendance of students upon arrival and take charge of student dismissal
  • To supervise active play in the gym and on the playground
  • To help prepare snacks
  • To supervise activities in various meeting and play spaces
  • To support Extended Day staff working in Middle School and Upper School
  • To know and follow the rules of the School and remind students to do the same when in attendance in the Extended Day Program
  • To be energetic and interact with students
  • To work cooperatively with colleagues
  • To show up consistently and on time for duties
  • Occasional lifting may be required

  Compensation:

  Hourly wage of $11; paid monthly (average $880 monthly dependent on hours worked)

  
  

  Please send resumes to Director of After-school and Summer Programs Jenna Hayes at hayesj@theellisschool.org.

  
  

  The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, sex, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment. We do not discriminate in student recruitment, admissions, financial aid, or any other aspect of the School’s program, except on the basis of age and sex in fulfillment of the School’s mission.

• Receptionist for After-school Programs

  The Ellis School is seeking an energetic, responsible individual who will be a friendly face for visitors and parents during Ellis After-school Programs. A willingness to work as part of a team providing a safe environment for Ellis students after school is required. Experience working with children is preferred.

   

  The position runs September through June, with an immediate opening beginning in January. Regular hours are from 3:00-6:00 p.m. daily Monday through Friday.

   

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Welcome visitors to the school and direct them to the correct destinations
  • Coordinate student dismissal
  • Support Extended Day staff working in Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools
  • Know and follow the rules of the School and remind students to do the same
  • Be energetic and interact with students, staff, and visitors
  • Work cooperatively with colleagues
  • Show up consistently and on time for duties

   

  Please send resumes to the Director of After-school and Summer Programs, Jenna Hayes, at hayesj@theellisschool.org.

   

• Substitute Teachers (Pre-kindergarten–Middle School)

  The Ellis School is seeking qualified substitute teachers for the 2019–2020 academic year to provide coverage for expected and unexpected faculty absences. Primary responsibilities include teaching a variety of subjects to a range of age levels from pre-kindergarten students to middle school students and providing a consistent and optimal learning environment by executing the teacher’s plan for the day. Additional responsibilities include supervising students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess. The hours for this position are 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
  
  

  Ideal candidates will possess an enthusiasm for working with and teaching children, as demonstrated by prior experience in a school setting, a strong sense of teamwork, and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Candidates must have up-to-date clearances. The Ellis School is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.
  
  To Apply:
  

  Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Wendy Wu at opportunities@theellisschool.org. Questions about this position may be directed to Ann Martino, Lower School Division Head, at martinoa@theellisschool.org.

   

  The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, sex, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment.

• Upper School Chemistry Instructor

  The Ellis School, the only pre-kindergarten to grade 12 independent all-girls day school in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a full-time Upper School Chemistry Instructor beginning in August 2020. Responsibilities will include teaching three sections of high school general chemistry, one section of AP Chemistry, supporting student projects through the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, and advising eight to ten students.

   

  Qualifications:

  An undergraduate degree in science or a related field is required. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience and the ability to teach AP Chemistry. They will possess a commitment to using innovative pedagogical practices and technology to enhance instruction, as well as enthusiasm about all-girls education. In addition, preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated enthusiasm for working with and teaching adolescents, a strong sense of school community and teamwork, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The Ellis School is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.   

   

  To Apply:

  Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Wendy Wu at opportunities@theellisschool.org. Questions about this teaching position may be directed to Lauren Laschon, Head of Upper School, at laschonl@theellisschool.org.

  
  

  The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, sex, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment.

• Upper School Mathematics and Computer Science Instructor

  The Ellis School, the only pre-kindergarten to grade 12 independent all-girls day school in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a full-time Upper School Mathematics and Computer Science instructor beginning in August 2020. Responsibilities will include teaching five sections of high school mathematics and computer science and advising eight to ten students.  

   

  Qualifications:

  Undergraduate studies in mathematics or a related field are required, along with experience with, and a willingness to teach, introductory coding. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience and the ability to teach a wide range of mathematics courses including Statistics and Advanced Placement Calculus. They will possess a commitment to using innovative pedagogical practices and technology to enhance instruction, as well as enthusiasm about all-girls education. In addition, preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated enthusiasm for working with and teaching adolescents, a strong sense of school community and teamwork, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The Ellis School is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.   

    

  To Apply:

  Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, transcripts, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Wendy Wu at opportunities@theellisschool.org. Preference will be given to applications received by March 1. 

  
  

  Questions about this teaching position may be directed to Cara LaRoche, Math Department Chair, at larochec@theellisschool.org.

  
  

  The Ellis School does not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, sex, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation in employment.

• Athletics Coaches

  The Ellis School seeks experienced candidates for coaching positions. These positions will be responsible for developing the athletic program and players under the direction of the Athletic Director.

   

  The Successful Candidate Will Possess:

  • Experience teaching applicable skills and strategies that apply to the skill level of the players.
  • Proven ability to exemplify the highest standard of leadership, sportsmanship, and respect.
  • Ability to attend all team practices and competitions.
  • Knowledge of appropriate safety measures to ensure the well being of players.
  • CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)

  
  

  Current Openings:
  
  

  Spring Season (2020):
  

  • Varsity Track Head Coach
  • Varsity Track Assistant Coach
  • Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach

  Interested candidates should contact Shayla Scott, Athletic Director, at 412-661-5992, ext 102 or email at scotts@theellisschool.org