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Description:
The Park School of Buffalo is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong communication and multitasking skills. Under supervision, they will perform a variety of clerical record keeping, record checking, filing, typing and public contact duties of moderate difficulty in a school office; and to perform other related duties as assigned, including school attendance. RESPONSIBILITIES Perform a variety of clerical work, including typing, proofreading, filing, checking, and recording information on records Screen all incoming phone calls, inquiries, visitors, and correspondence, and route accordingly Sort and distribute mail May assist in matters related to the school health office including maintenance of immunization records Duplicate materials, operate a variety of office machines, including computer, copying, and mailing machine Maintain accurate attendance records, including verifying student absences, providing information from Veracross database Contact parents by telephone or email regarding student absences Type requisitions and orders supplies Manage transportation arrangements (district bussing), upon returning to normalcy Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information Maintain The Park School of Buffalo calendar Conduct phone calls and compose emails on behalf of leadership team as assigned Assist in planning and coordinating some school events, meetings, and conferences, and arrange catering, transportation, rentals and accommodations as necessary Coordinate arrangements for teacher conferences, i.e. registration, travel, hotel Model the mission, philosophy and goals of the school to all staff, parents, students, and the community QUALIFICATIONS Fluent in use of MS Office applications and Google Suite Excellent communication and writing skills Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously Ability to prioritize well and to work efficiently under pressure Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion Skill in managing a complex calendar Proficiently operate standard office equipment Receive and give information over the telephone or in person in a courteous manner Communicate effectively with students, families and staff Maintain records and prepare accurate reports Able to lift 25 lbs and walk through campus regularly Reliable and consistent work ethic The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professional educators regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation. Please send resume and cover letter to Lisa Conrad at lconrad@theparkschool.org.

Description:

The Park School of Buffalo is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong communication and multitasking skills. Under supervision, they will perform a variety of clerical record keeping, record checking, filing, typing and public contact duties of moderate difficulty in a school office; and to perform other related duties as assigned, including school attendance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform a variety of clerical work, including typing, proofreading, filing, checking, and recording information on records
Screen all incoming phone calls, inquiries, visitors, and correspondence, and route accordingly
Sort and distribute mail
May assist in matters related to the school health office including maintenance of immunization records
Duplicate materials, operate a variety of office machines, including computer, copying, and mailing machine
Maintain accurate attendance records, including verifying student absences, providing information from Veracross database
Contact parents by telephone or email regarding student absences
Type requisitions and orders supplies
Manage transportation arrangements (district bussing), upon returning to normalcy
Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
Maintain The Park School of Buffalo calendar
Conduct phone calls and compose emails on behalf of leadership team as assigned
Assist in planning and coordinating some school events, meetings, and conferences, and arrange catering, transportation, rentals and accommodations as necessary
Coordinate arrangements for teacher conferences, i.e. registration, travel, hotel
Model the mission, philosophy and goals of the school to all staff, parents, students, and the community

QUALIFICATIONS

Fluent in use of MS Office applications and Google Suite
Excellent communication and writing skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to prioritize well and to work efficiently under pressure
Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction
Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
Skill in managing a complex calendar
Proficiently operate standard office equipment
Receive and give information over the telephone or in person in a courteous manner
Communicate effectively with students, families and staff
Maintain records and prepare accurate reports
Able to lift 25 lbs and walk through campus regularly
Reliable and consistent work ethic

The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professional educators regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation.

Please send resume and cover letter to Lisa Conrad at lconrad@theparkschool.org.

Girls Varsity Basketball Coach

Description:
Founded in 1912, The Park School of Buffalo is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life. The Park School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Girl’s Varsity Basketball Coach to lead and develop our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the game, and the ability to inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential on and off the court. Qualifications Proven coaching success and/or competitive basketball experience (high school or collegiate level preferred) Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, rules, and game strategy Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to create an environment that emphasizes motivation, unity, and discipline CPR/First Aid certification Must meet all district and state coaching certification requirements Responsibilities Plan, organize, and lead daily practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team environment Serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes Emphasize academic, personal , and athletic development Adhere to the Park Core Values of Honesty, Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility Work with the Athletic Director on fundraising efforts The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professionals regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation. Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Colin Heffernan at cheffernan@theparkschool.org.

Description:

Founded in 1912, The Park School of Buffalo is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life.

The Park School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Girl’s Varsity Basketball Coach to lead and develop our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the game, and the ability to inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential on and off the court.

Qualifications

Proven coaching success and/or competitive basketball experience (high school or collegiate level preferred)
Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, rules, and game strategy
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Ability to create an environment that emphasizes motivation, unity, and discipline
CPR/First Aid certification
Must meet all district and state coaching certification requirements

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead daily practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship
Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team environment
Serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes
Emphasize academic, personal , and athletic development
Adhere to the Park Core Values of Honesty, Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility
Work with the Athletic Director on fundraising efforts

The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professionals regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation.

Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Colin Heffernan at cheffernan@theparkschool.org.

Middle School Cross Country Coach

Description:
Founded in 1912, The Park School of Buffalo is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life. The Park School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Cross Country Coach to lead and develop our student-athletes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, knowledge of distance running and training, and the ability to inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential on and off the course. Qualifications Proven coaching success and/or competitive running experience Strong knowledge of cross Cross Country training, race strategy, and athlete development Ability to create an environment that emphasizes motivation, unity, and discipline CPR/First Aid certification Must meet all district and state coaching certification requirements Responsibilities Plan, organize, and lead practices focused on endurance development, race preparation and team building Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team environment Coordinate meet day logistics Serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and Park administration Emphasize academic, personal , and athletic development Adhere to the Park Core Values of Honesty, Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professionals regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation. Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Colin Heffernan at cheffernan@theparkschool.org.

Description:

The Park School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Cross Country Coach to lead and develop our student-athletes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, knowledge of distance running and training, and the ability to inspire student-athletes to reach their full potential on and off the course.

Qualifications

Proven coaching success and/or competitive running experience
Strong knowledge of cross Cross Country training, race strategy, and athlete development
Ability to create an environment that emphasizes motivation, unity, and discipline
CPR/First Aid certification
Must meet all district and state coaching certification requirements

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead practices focused on endurance development, race preparation and team building
Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team environment
Coordinate meet day logistics
Serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes
Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and Park administration
Emphasize academic, personal , and athletic development
Adhere to the Park Core Values of Honesty, Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility

Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Colin Heffernan at cheffernan@theparkschool.org.

Lower School Teacher

Job Type: Full-time

Description:
Founded in 1912, The Park School is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life. The Park School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified professional educators regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation. The Park School of Buffalo is seeking a certified Lower School teacher who is committed to progressive education and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years teaching experience are required with a focus on implementing a balanced literacy program and strong, foundational math program. Experience with Singapore math is a plus.
Requirements:
Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience at the lower school level Strong instructional and classroom management skills High level of personal organization and planning Substantial coursework in diversity, equity, and inclusion pedagogy Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter. Additional Notes Able to walk throughout 34-acre campus Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Education Requirements: Minimum Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred) Minimum two years teaching at lower school level Certification preferred *Send cover letter and resume to Omarlla Roulhac at oroulhac@theparkschool.org.

Description:

Founded in 1912, The Park School is a college-preparatory day school serving 300 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Through a rigorous and progressive curriculum, the School develops in students the habits of mind and essential skills that lead to success in college and life.

The Park School of Buffalo is seeking a certified Lower School teacher who is committed to progressive education and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years teaching experience are required with a focus on implementing a balanced literacy program and strong, foundational math program. Experience with Singapore math is a plus.

Requirements:

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience at the lower school level
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
High level of personal organization and planning
Substantial coursework in diversity, equity, and inclusion pedagogy
Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude
Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter.

Additional Notes

Able to walk throughout 34-acre campus
Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Education Requirements: Minimum

Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum two years teaching at lower school level
Certification preferred

*Send cover letter and resume to Omarlla Roulhac at oroulhac@theparkschool.org.