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Thank you for your interest in a career with Winston.

At The Winston School San Antonio, we strive to provide the optimal environment for every student to learn, grow, and uncover their unique talents. Our success in achieving this goal is made possible by our outstanding faculty. At Winston, the dedication and passion of our faculty, staff, and administration make it possible for our students to achieve excellence every day.

Here is a list of available positions:

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Upper School English Teacher

Overview

Job Title: Upper School English Teacher
Classification: Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisor: Dean of Faculty


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Use information and data from a variety of sources to understand student’s instructional needs and progress.
  • Evaluate and synthesize for instructional practices each student’s learning style, motivators, and other factors impacting the student’s ability to learn. 
  • Facilitate individualized strategies to improve learning behaviors and as a drive for instruction. 
  • Analyze student data and implement strategies to enable each student to access the curriculum and meet their academic and social goals. 
  • Analyze student data to understand when and how to differentiate the environment, content, instruction, and/or product.
  • Facilitate individualized academic and behavior management strategies to improve learning behavior and as a driver for instruction.
  • Collaborate with peers on instructional delivery options.
  • Develop classroom materials designed to meet curriculum content standards.
  • Collaborate to ensure curriculum alignment both horizontally and vertically.
  • Utilize the curriculum mapping protocol to map curriculum, standards, and curate lesson plans accurately.
  • Embed student’s accommodations and learning goals through instruction.
  • Design, implement, and administer classroom-based assessments to measure progress toward academic standards and diagnose areas of student 
  • misunderstanding, as well as to refine curriculum and instructional practices.
  • Create a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment that encourages student involvement and enables each student to achieve learning goals.
  • Use appropriate teaching materials and assistive technologies to facilitate learning.
  • Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines that align with the school’s overall mission. 
  • Demonstrate thorough content knowledge. 
  • Maintain complete and accurate classroom records and protect the confidentiality of the records, including but not limited to consent forms and releases, data collection forms and progress and anecdotal notes. 
  • Prepare a Substitute Folder that includes all the necessary documents for a successful substitute experience, including 3-days’ worth of emergency plans. 
  • Communicate regularly with parents and families electronically and by phone, including completion of progress reports, narrative reports, and grading for report cards, within a timeframe established by the Division Director. 
  • Respond within 24 hours, by phone or email (depending on the nature of the content), to any communication received from a student’s family member or guardian.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY WINSTON EMPLOYEE
  • Provide students with positive reinforcement and positive redirection in accordance with Winston’s Employee Handbook.
  • Agree to uphold the mission of The Winston School San Antonio. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all student and family information and documents in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
  • Abide by all requirements, policies, and standards of conduct as stated in the Winston Employee Handbook, Winston Family Handbook, and job offer letter.
  • Maintain appropriate accreditation data for current accrediting agencies, including but not limited to ISAS.
  • Participate in team meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
  • Maintain certification credentials and licensing as appropriate.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect the safety of staff, students, and families; equipment; materials, and the facility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including chaperoning, participation on field trips, assisting with and/or participation in school special events (such as Field Day, Athletic Banquet, Annual Alumni event, school dances, etc.), and other activities or tasks, that may include evenings and weekends, not listed in this job description but requested by Supervisor, Director, or Head of School.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Two years of special education experience at the appropriate grade level is
    preferred.
  • Must be certified in Education and/or Special Education (preferred), or a specific content area or achieve certification within the year of hire. 
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of the nature and needs of students with ADHD learning differences and neurodiversity.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of current instructional and behavior management techniques, assistive aids, curriculum scope and sequence, and content area.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of special education best practices.
  • Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
  • Able to change daily routine to meet the changing needs of students.
  • Able to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Able to stand, move throughout the campus, operate a computer, ascend and descend stairs, stoop, kneel, and crouch. 
  • Able to lift, move or transport equipment and/or furniture weighing up to 20 pounds across campus to various classrooms and events.
  • Able to work in outdoor weather conditions. 

 Interested candidates should email careers@winston-sa.org No phone calls, please.  Click here to download this information.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 


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Middle School History Teacher

Overview

Job Title: Middle School History Teacher
Classification: Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisor: Dean of Faculty


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Use information and data from a variety of sources to understand student’s instructional needs and progress.
  • Evaluate and synthesize for instructional practices each student’s learning style, motivators, and other factors impacting the student’s ability to learn. 
  • Facilitate individualized strategies to improve learning behaviors and as a drive for instruction. 
  • Analyze student data and implement strategies to enable each student to access the curriculum and meet their academic and social goals. 
  • Analyze student data to understand when and how to differentiate the environment, content, instruction, and/or product.
  • Facilitate individualized academic and behavior management strategies to improve learning behavior and as a driver for instruction.
  • Collaborate with peers on instructional delivery options.
  • Develop classroom materials designed to meet curriculum content standards.
  • Collaborate to ensure curriculum alignment both horizontally and vertically.
  • Utilize the curriculum mapping protocol to map curriculum, standards, and curate lesson plans accurately.
  • Embed student’s accommodations and learning goals through instruction.
  • Design, implement, and administer classroom-based assessments to measure progress toward academic standards and diagnose areas of student misunderstanding, as well as to refine curriculum and instructional practices.
  • Create a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment that encourages student involvement and enables each student to achieve learning goals.
  • Use appropriate teaching materials and assistive technologies to facilitate learning.
  • Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines that align with the school’s overall mission. 
  • Demonstrate thorough content knowledge. 
  • Maintain complete and accurate classroom records and protect the confidentiality of the records, including but not limited to consent forms and releases, data collection forms and progress and anecdotal notes. 
  • Prepare a Substitute Folder that includes all the necessary documents for a successful substitute experience, including 3-days’ worth of emergency plans. 
  • Communicate regularly with parents and families electronically and by phone, including completion of progress reports, narrative reports, and grading for report cards, within a timeframe established by the Division Director. 
  • Respond within 24 hours, by phone or email (depending on the nature of the content), to any communication received from a student’s family member or guardian.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY WINSTON EMPLOYEE
  • Provide students with positive reinforcement and positive redirection in accordance with Winston’s Employee Handbook.
  • Agree to uphold the mission of The Winston School San Antonio. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all student and family information and documents in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
  • Abide by all requirements, policies, and standards of conduct as stated in the Winston Employee Handbook, Winston Family Handbook, and job offer letter.
  • Maintain appropriate accreditation data for current accrediting agencies, including but not limited to ISAS.
  • Participate in team meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
  • Maintain certification credentials and licensing as appropriate.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect the safety of staff, students, and families; equipment; materials, and the facility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including chaperoning, participation on field trips, assisting with and/or participation in school special events (such as Field Day, Athletic Banquet, Annual Alumni event, school dances, etc.), and other activities or tasks, that may include evenings and weekends, not listed in this job description but requested by Supervisor, Director, or Head of School.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Two years of special education experience at the appropriate grade level is
    preferred.
  • Must be certified in Education and/or Special Education (preferred), or a specific content area or achieve certification within the year of hire. 
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of the nature and needs of students with ADHD learning differences and neurodiversity.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of current instructional and behavior management techniques, assistive aids, curriculum scope and sequence, and content area.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of special education best practices.
  • Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
  • Able to change daily routine to meet the changing needs of students.
  • Able to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Able to stand, move throughout the campus, operate a computer, ascend and descend stairs, stoop, kneel, and crouch. 
  • Able to lift, move or transport equipment and/or furniture weighing up to 20 pounds across campus to various classrooms and events.
  • Able to work in outdoor weather conditions. 

 Interested candidates should email careers@winston-sa.org No phone calls, please. Click here to download this information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 


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Dean of Academic and College Counseling

Overview


Job Title: Dean of Academic and College Counseling
Classification: Staff
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisor: Dean of Faculty


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


Academic Counseling:

  • Provides guidance and support to students across grades 9-12, aiding in the formulation of strategic academic plans and thoughtful course selections.
  • Conducts annual individual meetings with students to craft a comprehensive four-year academic plan and address any academic challenges.
  • Assists the Student Support Team in implementing targeted academic support plans/interventions for Upper School students, as needed.
  • Assists with annual course registration.
  • Fosters collaborative relationships with faculty, parents/guardians, and students to optimize academic support and student success.


College Counseling:

  • Meets with 9th-12th grade students, individually and in groups to discuss the college admission timeline.
  • Provides personalized support to seniors, assisting with college list development, application essay review, and application(s) review.
  • Conducts transcript reviews to ensure students are following appropriate course plans and will meet graduation requirements.
  • Develops and delivers workshops and webinars addressing topics in the college admission process, such as college essay writing, academic accommodations, testing, financial aid, and Common Applications.
  • Crafts compelling letters of recommendation for each student, showcasing their academic achievements and personal attributes to prospective colleges.
  • Actively participates in professional development activities such as admission representative visits to campus, national conferences, and/or regional workshops, to stay abreast of best practices in college admissions counseling.
  • Keeps current on issues and trends in college admission, higher education, and testing, as well as staying up-to-date with specific colleges and maintaining membership in professional organizations including NACAC, TACAC, and ACCIS.
  • Cultivates relationships with college admissions representatives, including but not limited to those that offer learning support programs.
  • Coordinates the program and calendar of all standardized testing for students (including PSAT, Pre-ACT, SAT, ACT), including scheduling test dates, registering students, and preparing accommodation requests, arranging for special prep sessions, administering the tests, and providing pre- and post-test counseling.
  • Coordinates and schedules students to take the TSI Exam and subsequently oversees their dual-credit online course registration and completion.
  • Supports the 12th grade advisors and senior event planning including Senior Celebration, Baccalaureate, and Graduation.
  • Oversees the Winston CARES Program and serves as the touchstone for participants (the program is to provide additional support to graduating Seniors as they become
    WSSA Alumni beginning their college/career journey. Students must opt-in at the time of enrollment.) 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY WINSTON EMPLOYEE
  • Provide students with positive reinforcement and positive redirection in accordance with Winston’s Employee Handbook.
  • Agree to uphold the mission of The Winston School San Antonio. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all student and family information and documents in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
  • Abide by all requirements, policies, and standards of conduct as stated in the Winston Employee Handbook, Winston Family Handbook, and job offer letter.
  • Maintain appropriate accreditation data for current accrediting agencies, including but not limited to ISAS.
  • Participate in team meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
  • Maintain certification credentials and licensing as appropriate.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect the safety of staff, students, and families; equipment; materials, and the facility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including chaperoning, participation on field trips, assisting with and/or participation in school special events (such as Field Day, Athletic Banquet, Annual Alumni event, school dances, etc.), and other activities or tasks, that may include evenings and weekends, not listed in this job description but requested by Supervisor, Director, or Head of School.
 QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five to seven years of experience in college counseling and/or college admissions; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Familiarity with Naviance or Scoir, CommonApp, and Slate.
  • Certified School Counselor or Teacher, and/or eligible for certification.
  • Familiarity with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
  • Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to set priorities, and complete work promptly, often working with multiple competing deadlines.
  • Able to effectively engage diverse parents/ guardians with varied communication styles, levels of skill, and experience to support their child's education experience.
  • Able to work effectively as a collaborative member of an interdisciplinary team, and be a team player who contributes beyond the college counseling program.
  • Able to stand, move throughout the campus, operate a computer, ascend/descend stairs, stoop, kneel and crouch.
  • Able to lift, move, or transport equipment and/or furniture weighing up to 20 pounds across campus to various classrooms and events. 
  • Able to work in outdoor weather conditions.

Interested candidates should email careers@winston-sa.org No phone calls, please. Click Here to download this information.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 

 


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Associate Director of Advancement

OVERVIEW

Job Title: Associate Director of Advancement
Classification: Non-Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisor: Director of Advancement


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Build a bridge between parents and the school by creating and facilitating opportunities for parents and volunteers to regularly engage in school activities.
  • Be a resource for communications and advancement databases.
  • Assist with internal and social media communication regarding school events and volunteer and WSPA (Winston School Parents Association) opportunities and activities.
  • Assist in the execution of fundraising events and campaigns.
  • Provide support to the Director of Advancement.
  • Maintain connection with the WSSA Alumni.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATION
  • Coordinates volunteers for school events including but not limited to, Welcome Back Breakfast, Trunk or Treat, Book Fair, and Appreciation Lunches.
  • Supervises the volunteer onboarding process.
  • Conducts ongoing volunteer recruitment and training.
  • Conducts volunteer recognition and appreciation events.
  • Manages WSPA subcommittees. 
ALUMNI RELATIONS


● Steward relationships and the continuous engagement with Winston alumni.
● Collect and keep current the contact information for alumni.
● Develop and lead an Alumni Board.


DATABASE MANAGEMENT
  • Manages data entry and report preparation.
  • Prepares gift acknowledgment letters.
  • Creates mail merges for various mailouts and invitation lists for events and bulk mailings.

DEVELOPMENT
  • Assists as assigned with all Advancement events, including but not limited to, Symposium, the Learning Series, and the Annual Auction & Gala.
  • Assists as assigned with all School events, including but not limited to Welcome Back Picnic, Grandparents/Friends Day, Volunteer Appreciation Week, and Teacher Appreciation Week.
  • Assist in the execution of fundraising campaigns, including but not limited to, The Big Give and Giving Tuesday.
  • Assist the Director of Advancement with donor and grant research as needed.
  • Assist with other development duties as assigned.

INTERNAL COMMUNICATION
  • Contributes relevant information to the “What’s the Word” weekly electronic newsletter.
  • Serves as a secondary moderator for social media including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  • Responsible for website updates as assigned by the Director of Advancement.

ADVANCEMENT OFFICE
  • Be the first point of contact for incoming calls to the Advancement Office.
  • Keep a log of calls and action steps after calls.
  • Order and maintain office supplies for the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY WINSTON EMPLOYEE
  • Provide students with positive reinforcement and positive redirection in accordance with Winston’s Employee Handbook.
  • Agree to uphold the mission of The Winston School San Antonio. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all student and family information and documents in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
  • Abide by all requirements, policies, and standards of conduct as stated in the Winston Employee Handbook, Winston Family Handbook, and job offer letter.
  • Maintain appropriate accreditation data for current accrediting agencies, including but not limited to ISAS.
  • Participate in team meetings, professional development, and in-service training.
  • Maintain certification credentials and licensing as appropriate.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect the safety of staff, students, and families; equipment; materials, and the facility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, including chaperoning, participation on field trips, assisting with and/or participation in school special events (such as Field Day, Athletic Banquet, Annual Alumni event, school dances, etc.), and other activities or tasks, that may include evenings and weekends, not listed in this job description but requested by Supervisor, Director, or Head of School.
     
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.
  • A minimum of three years of fundraising experience with nonprofit organizations, event planning, and administrative and office experience.
  • Outstanding organizational and presentation skills and exceptional written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and Google Suite.
  • Proven experience with creating and maintaining databases and/or other donor programs.
  • Able to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Able to lift, move, or transport equipment and/or furniture weighing up to twenty pounds across campus to various classrooms and events.
  • Able to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
  • Able to work in outdoor weather conditions. 

Interested candidates should email sleal@winston-sa.org No phone calls, please. Please click here to download this information.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 

 


Substitute School Teacher

  • We are currently interviewing for substitute teacher openings for K through 12th grades. Interested candidates should email careers@winston-sa.org.  No phone calls, please.
  • Education
  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred but will consider candidates with some post-secondary education.
  • Experience
  • Previous teaching experience or substitute teaching experience is a plus.
  • Special Requirements
  • Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation. 

The Winston School San Antonio does not currently have any other open positions. 


All educational programs, services, activities, and employment of The Winston School San Antonio are available without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, genetics, or citizenship.


Employees of The Winston School San Antonio are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 which prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in employment, state and local government services, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and transportation. Winston has made every effort to comply with the ADA. Individuals wishing to suggest additional modifications to facilitate the mobility of any member of the Winston community should contact a school administrator.