Job Postings

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in music education but possibly performance, if experienced with class management.
• Ability to work in different genres, such as classical, pop, and jazz.

• Provide oversight for business operations and ensure annual audit or review.
• Develop budget in conjunction with Pedagogical Chair and the Finance Committee in a timely manner and provide financial reporting, as needed.
• Oversee Tuition Adjustment (TA) process, conduct TA interviews in collaboration with TA Committee (TAC), liaison with TAC, maintain TA data, and provide reports as needed.
• Coordinate accurate and timely financial statements and the maintenance of industry standard financial records with the support of an outside accounting firm.
• Safeguard financial assets in collaboration with Finance Committee, and comply with the federal, state and local reporting requirements.
• Bring strategic financial issues to the Pedagogical Chair and the Finance Committee in a timely manner and provide financial reporting, as needed.
• Manage employee benefits policies and benefits related programs and procedures. Ensure ongoing compliance with employee training requirements.
• Support program development to encourage revenue growth, such as after school clubs, summer programs, and other revenue generating program opportunities.
• Ensure collection of accounts receivable and payment of accounts.
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of payroll and benefits.
• Supervise marketing and fundraising efforts; aspects of admissions.
• Oversee accountability by ensuring compliance with state and federal labor law, and by updating our personnel policies, as needed.

• Ensure the school conducts its affairs in a manner congruent with its bylaws and state and federal statutes, including HR issues.
• Liaison with insurance companies and/or brokers as needed for claims, coverage questions, and renewals.

• Act as an Ex-Officio member of the Board to keep the Board fully informed to meet its responsibilities. This includes annual budget, tuition, enrollment and fundraising recommendations, long-term planning needs, and suggestions for board policy and institutional betterment.
• Provide information and reports in support of the Collegium, as needed.
• Support committees and task forces of the Board, including efforts to raise funds for the school.

• Oversee grounds and maintenance.
• Direct maintenance and janitorial staff and serve as primary contact for the school's security company.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students and employees under the school's jurisdiction.
• Coordinate the rental and use of facilities with organizations both from within our community and outside of Highland Hall.

• Oversee various security systems, the front gate, our information systems, student database, alarm systems, to ensure a safe campus and efficient systems.

• Supervise and support bookkeeping staff.
• Ensure performance reviews for assigned administrative staff.
• Define the administrative positions needed to support the school's programs and ensure employment of personnel to fill positions with an ad hoc group.

• Collaborate with external community partners.
• Monitor and address emergent safety school issues in a timely manner.

Benefits

•  Tuition remission for children accepted for enrollment at the school.
• Medical and dental benefits for the employee and eligible family members.

Requirements

• Strong financial management skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications – accounting systems, payroll programs, word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Effective project management from research to implementation.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Commitment to and experience with Waldorf pedagogy and administration is highly desirable.
• Managerial ability.
• Ability to promote the school and its mission creatively and effectively through marketing and fundraising is highly desirable.

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience in accounting, business, finance or related fields.
• Experience in working in a Waldorf school, independent schools and/or nonprofit organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills.
• Ability to generate creative solutions and meet challenges with resourcefulness.
• Enjoys working collaboratively; strives to continually build knowledge and skills.

• Greet and assist parents, visitors, students, and faculty members 

• Track attendance for grades 1-12 

• Tend student injuries and manage health issues 

• Manage parent volunteers  

• Organize field trips 

• Maintain student records 

• Work with Registrar/Operations Manager to maintain accurate student records, both paper and electronic 

• Maintain supplies and cleanliness in the kitchen and front office 

• Order supplies 

• Serve hot lunch 

• Proficiency with computer software applications, Word, Excel, and Outlook 

• Ability to work patiently with multiple interruptions 

• High levels of organization and attention to detail 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality 

• Ability to work with children with warmth, sensitivity, and patience 

• Must be able to clearly communicate with others to understand them and to be understood 

• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and manage priorities 

• Must be able to effectively use a computer, telephone, and other office equipment to conduct business 

• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds from the floor to four feet above the floor 

• Experience working in a small office environment 

• High School diploma required; college degree preferred 

• Experience and enjoyment working with children is a plus 

• Position requires successful background checks and authorization to work in the U.S.