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Are you a passionate lifelong-learner who finds joy in a dynamic school community that will challenge you to be your best?

We're a community of educators dedicated to helping students develop a passion for learning while empowering them to become open-minded, principled citizens in a global community. Whitby’s staff and faculty are passionate about teaching because we ourselves are passionate about learning. From Professional Development to Professional Learning Communities, what better way to model a love of learning to our students than to embrace opportunities for growth ourselves?

Challenge is Just Another Word for Opportunity

Challenge is Just Another Word for Opportunity

Do you see challenge as an opportunity for growth? So do we. Our faculty and staff are encouraged to collaborate, reflect and challenge one another on a regular basis. Sure, sometimes these conversations can cause friction - but these open and honest exchanges help us to become out-of-the-box thinkers, and stimulate new and innovative ideas in education.

Current Job Openings

Whitby is seeking  a dynamic, Montessori-trained leader to oversee the full program and personnel of the Children’s House, which serves Whitby’s youngest learners, age 18 months through Kindergarten. The Head of Children’s House reports to Whitby’s Head of School and works closely with the Lower School and Middle School Section Heads. Successful candidates will have deep knowledge of and passion for Montessori education, experience supervising and supporting faculty, and an affinity for working closely with children and their parents. Early childhood experience is highly desirable. 

This search is being run by Marsha Little (marsha.little@carneysandoe.com) and Skip Kotkins (skip.kotkins@carneysandoe.com) at Carney, Sandoe and Associates. Interested candidates are invited to contact the consultants as soon as possible. Additional information is available at the Carney, Sandoe website. Candidates are asked not to contact the school directly.

Whitby is seeking an experienced special educator to lead our learning support team. SAIL (Student Assistance in Learning) provides Whitby students with support services so that they can access and thrive in our accelerated curriculum. Working directly with students in several grades and overseeing other SAIL teachers, the coordinator must be able to work well with students, parents and teachers to assess student needs, put supports into place and oversee the implementation of those supports.

This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to spend more time working with people and less time fulfilling compliance and completing paperwork. As an independent school, we have great flexibility in meeting the needs of our students, which provides a more enriching experience for everyone involved. 

The successful candidate will be highly collaborative and able to provide student-centered services. Significant experience in a school setting and a master's degree in special education or a related field are preferred.

If the right candidate is available immediately, we are open to an immediate start. Interested candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to Jay Briar, Head of School, at jbriar@whitbyschool.org.

Whitby seeks an experienced, innovative Spanish teacher to join our World Language team and teach in our International Baccalaureate Program Lower School classrooms. We strive to provide excellence in Spanish language acquisition, as well as exposure to literature and culture instruction. 

At Whitby, students are active participants who drive the learning process through inquiry and reflection. To help students engage to their fullest potential, the Spanish department employs a holistic approach committed to helping all students discover not only the skills, concepts, and broader ideas surrounding language and literature but also who they are as learners and as people.

Whitby offers differentiated Spanish instruction to all students from our toddler classes to grade 8. Classes focus on improving students' ability to comprehend and produce orally and through writing. Ideas presented in Spanish classes are rooted in a deep conceptual framework and placed within larger global contexts to help students make sense of the world around them. Students examine multiple genres and text types through reading and writing. Peer and self-assessment, teacher conferencing, and total immersion are key components of our program. A willingness to collaborate with colleagues and a passion for the Spanish language and Hispanic culture are essential.

If the right candidate is available immediately, we are open to an immediate start. Send a cover letter and resume to Laura McDermott, Head of Lower School, at lmcdermott@whitbyschool.org.

Whitby seeks an experienced, innovative Chinese teacher to join our World Language team and teach in our Montessori Children’s House and International Baccalaureate Program Lower School classrooms. We strive to provide excellence in Chinese language acquisition, as well as exposure to literature and culture instruction. 

At Whitby, students are active participants who drive the learning process through inquiry and reflection. To help students engage to their fullest potential, the World Language department employs a holistic approach committed to helping all students discover not only the skills, concepts, and broader ideas surrounding language and literature but also who they are as learners and as people.

Whitby offers differentiated Chinese instruction to all students from our toddler classes to grade 8. Classes focus on improving students' ability to comprehend and produce orally and through writing. Ideas presented in Chinese classes are rooted in a deep conceptual framework and placed within larger global contexts to help students make sense of the world around them. Students examine multiple genres and text types through reading and writing. Peer and self-assessment, teacher conferencing, and total immersion are key components of our program. A willingness to collaborate with colleagues and a passion for the Chinese language and culture are essential

If the right candidate is available immediately, we are open to an immediate start. Send a cover letter and resume to Laura McDermott, Head of Lower School, at lmcdermott@whitbyschool.org.

Whitby seeks an experienced, innovative Chinese teacher to join our World Language team and teach in our Montessori Children’s House and International Baccalaureate Program Lower School classrooms from March 31 until the end of the year, June 7. We strive to provide excellence in Chinese language acquisition, as well as exposure to literature and culture instruction. 

At Whitby, students are active participants who drive the learning process through inquiry and reflection. To help students engage to their fullest potential, the World Language department employs a holistic approach committed to helping all students discover not only the skills, concepts, and broader ideas surrounding language and literature but also who they are as learners and as people.

Whitby offers differentiated Chinese instruction to all students from our toddler classes to grade 8. Classes focus on improving students' ability to comprehend and produce orally and through writing. Ideas presented in Chinese classes are rooted in a deep conceptual framework and placed within larger global contexts to help students make sense of the world around them. Students examine multiple genres and text types through reading and writing. Peer and self-assessment, teacher conferencing, and total immersion are key components of our program. A willingness to collaborate with colleagues and a passion for the Chinese language and culture are essential.

If the right candidate is available immediately, we are open to an immediate start. Send a cover letter and resume to Laura McDermott, Head of Lower School, at lmcdermott@whitbyschool.org.

The Whitby Montessori Children's House seeks a full-time teacher for our Primary Program (students ages 3-6 years old). Candidates will possess knowledge and experience with early childhood.  Montessori pedagogy is preferred but not required. The teacher must be comfortable working in a team environment and will be encouraged to contribute positively to all areas of child development while monitoring and assessing student progress. The incumbent will communicate closely with the team teachers and parents while displaying warmth, enthusiasm, and an openness to other perspectives. Teachers will be expected to contribute and share feedback with parents during conferences and in written reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or working toward completion of a degree

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

  • Ability to work as a team member

  • Posses a positive mindset and is open to learning

  • Excellent work ethic and strong communication skills

  • Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check

If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a cover letter and resume to Loren DeNicola at ldenicola@whitbyschool.org.

Whitby is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who have experience with children to work as substitute teachers.

Experienced candidates should hold a degree. Experience or knowledge of Montessori education and/or International Baccalaureate is highly desirable; all positions require team teaching and strong collaborative skills.

Some of the areas for substitute teaching include:

  • Infant-Toddler Teachers (Ages 18 months to 3 years)
  • Early Childhood Teachers (Ages 3-5 years)
  • Elementary Teachers (Ages 6-10)
  • Middle School Teachers (Grades 5-8)
  • Learning Specialists (Special Education, Math Specialists, Gifted and Talented)
  • Special Area Teachers (Art, Music, Drama, Foreign Language, and Physical Education)

If you are interested in applying for a substitute teacher position, please send a cover letter and resume to careers@whitbyschool.org.

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Whitby is committed to supporting a diverse community.  In keeping with this commitment, Whitby abides by applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate in any of its policies or educational programs on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability or any other category protected by law.