Employment

Title:   Director of Development

Position Overview: Park City Day School, an intimate, independent Preschool-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, passionate, and enthusiastic development professional to join our team as a Director of Development for 2023-24 school year. The Director of Development works closely with the Head of School and the Board of Trustees to provide leadership for the development program as it builds a strong culture of philanthropy throughout the school and broader community. The goal of the Director of Development is to design and implement giving programs that attract the maximum gift support possible to the institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Establish and execute forward-thinking development/advancement and strategic programs that optimally grow the annual, major, and capital campaigns; legacy gifts; and planned giving.

• Oversee all aspects of the development program, including fundraising, leading the annual giving program, guiding the feasibility of a capital campaign, soliciting corporate and foundation proposals; creating a strong alumni association, and special development events.

• Identify, research, and spearhead the implementation of a diverse and multifaceted fundraising program to support the school’s strategic vision, cultivating a culture of giving and gratitude across all constituencies and socio-economic strata.

• Collaborate on PR initiatives and marketing and communications to create/produce fundraising-related communication materials to expand and enhance the school’s visibility and reputation.

• Identify corporate and foundational funding opportunities and help draft grant applications.

• Strengthen relationships with the school’s alumni and further develop alumni programming.

• Personally solicit major donors.

• Enhance existing relationships while building new relationships, systems, and programs that further tap into the generosity and resources of the community.

• Maintain a database of all contributors and provide development reports as required.

• Manage the development budget.

• Coordinate the school’s volunteerism efforts and track volunteer hours.

• Nurture and maintain a highly collaborative relationship with the Head of School, the Board Chair, and individual board members, supporting them in all their fundraising responsibilities, and accompanying them on donor visits when appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven success in directly soliciting and closing charitable gifts

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all the school’s constituents while maintaining strict confidentiality 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strategic thinker and self-starter

• Passionate about working with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Outstanding knowledge of fundraising data software and database management software

• Experience working with and motivating volunteers and staff members

• Familiarity with the local community is highly-desirable  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred

• 5+ years of experience in the nonprofit sector and/or in fundraising

• Independent school experience preferred

Application Process:  Candidates will submit the following in one PDF file to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org.

• A current resume showing all relevant employment;  

• A cover letter expressing interest in the position;

• A list of at least three professional references that can be contacted at the appropriate time.

Title: School Counselor

Position Overview: Park City Day School, an intimate, independent Preschool-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, passionate, and enthusiastic School Counselor to join our team for the 2023-24 school year. Depending on the candidate, this position could be full or part-time and possibly coupled with other responsibilities. 

We challenge our students to explore their environment and seek out meaningful experiences outside of the classroom--which is why you will often find us on the ski slopes, hiking or exploring the world through our experiential education trips. We also recognize the importance of making strong relationships with teachers and peers, and encourage our students to build lasting relationships that strengthen their sense of community. So while academics are important, we believe in a holistic approach to education--one that involves fostering creativity, curiosity and meaningful connections.

A successful candidate is expected to demonstrate ability in the following areas: 

● Communicate effectively with all stakeholders (teachers, administration, parents)

● Establish relationships with outside student/family support resources in an effort to provide responsive services 

● Work independently as well as collaboratively to solve problems 

● Follow the referral process and collaborate with school administration and teachers to support the process 

● Interpret data 

● Knowledge of behavioral management plans 

Responsibilities Include: 

●    Coordinates Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum planning and implementation (Strive for Five) via a highly collaborative relationship with all faculty and staff

• Work in partnership with the Learning Specialist to create student support plans

• Improve students communication and social skills; Assess student emotional and behavioral needs; Provide individual and group counseling; Promote problem solving, anger management and conflict resolution; Reinforce positive coping skills and resilience; Promote positive peer relationships and social problem solving.

• Advise and coach faculty and staff in regards to student individual therapeutic needs, the psychosocial curriculum, and psychosocial clinical best practices; collaborate with faculty, staff, and other clinicians to determine the best approach for each student.

• Develop and maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation including records on all counseling/support work. Communicate necessary information about records and testing with teachers, parents, and outside providers as needed and appropriate. 

• Coordinate and consult with outside professionals to support students (e.g., tutors, PT and OT therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, etc.). Maintain and update referral list of health professionals and community resources for school staff and parents. 

• Identify and use clear protocols and processes for assessing and supporting students in need, students in transition and safety concerns. 

• Provide risk assessments with necessary supervision and provide crisis counseling to students and families, as necessary. Engage in mandated reporting. 

• Provide culturally affirming support to historically marginalized groups including: students of color, LGBTQ+ and gender expansive populations, and students of all abilities. Ensure that consultative and educational practices are sensitive to the needs and experiences of the community, including socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, or country of origin. 

• Maintains solid, frequent and effective communication with parents, colleagues, and administration. 

• Participates in staff meetings, retreats, and on various committees to support the overall mission of the school. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in Psychology with a focus in school counseling 

• For candidates who are Psychologists, current State of UT License will be required for those who reach the finalist stage of the hiring process 

● A minimum of 3-years successful school experience with students in this age group, or demonstrated professional competency 

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

● Commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community

● Personal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children - must be energetic, creative, flexible, patient, and have an engaging sense of humor 

● Must possess an affinity for experiential education and knowledge of project-based learning 

Compensation:

This is an exempt, full time position. Starting salary in the $60,000 range depending on experience and the possibility of taking on additional roles.

Full benefits in accordance with the school’s policies including:

• Short and long-term disability in accordance with the school policy 

• 403(b) matching contribution in accordance with the school policy 

• Generous paid time off including personal, sick, and school holidays

• Tuition remission in accordance with the school policy

Application Process: Candidates will submit the following PDF’s to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org. 

● A current resume showing all relevant employment; 

● A cover letter expressing interest in the position; 

● A list of at least three professional references that can be contacted at the appropriate time.

● Optional < 3 minute video resume will be accepted

This position will report directly to the Head of School.

Title: Lower Elementary Homeroom Teacher

Position Overview: Park City Day School, an intimate, independent Preschool-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, passionate, and enthusiastic educator to join our team as a Lower School Homeroom Teacher for 2023-24 school year (grade level placement TBD). 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead a homeroom classroom of approximately 15-18 students;

• Instruct students in reading, writing, math, social studies, and SEL in a hands-on experiential pedagogy with collaborative thematic units;

• Actively partner with the lower school specialist teachers to facilitate integration across subject areas;

• Implement the following curriculum programs:

  • Fundations Literacy 

  • Bridges Mathematics

  • Responsive Classroom

• Prepare weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, learning activities, collaborative integration with specialist teachers, assessment, and use of resources;

• Use technology tools and resources to enhance, differentiate, innovate, and extend instruction;

• Implement effective classroom management procedures aligned with the PCDS “Strive for Five” values to create a classroom environment that promotes learning, nurtures age-appropriate development of social-emotional skills, and establishes a welcoming classroom culture consistent with our school’s mission;

• Actively lead, participate, and support outdoor education opportunities aligned with or as organized by the Outdoor Education Coordinator;

• Participate in the school community including collaboration meetings, weekly faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and special events. Responsibilities also include recess and lunch duties as assigned;

• Communicate regularly with families and complete a weekly newsletter;

• Utilize the Park City Day School Learning Management System (MyPCDS) to track and communicate student progress;

• Engage in work around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)

• Know and implement the PCDS Teaching Framework based on the Charlotte Danielson model in a Professional Learning Community (PLC);

• Adhere to Park City Day School policies and procedures as a professional educator and as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Evidence of strong curricular integration and collaboration;

• Possess knowledge in basic and applied research of the science of reading and the science of reading instruction; 

• Understanding of thematic learning;

• Willingness to adapt to and utilize existing school curriculum and resources;

• Ability to develop and create materials for instruction when appropriate;

• Understand and successfully implement differentiated instruction;

• Possess knowledge of developmental characteristics of age level taught; 

• Strong organizational, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills;

• Experience with technology use and application in a classroom setting;

• Experience and/or deep interest in implementing Outdoor Education opportunities, including extended overnight camping trips; 

• Willingness to actively engage in regular school improvement work and training;

• Knowledge of the Charlotte Danielson Teacher Framework and its use in professional growth.

Personal and Professional Qualities: The successful candidate should possess the following personal qualities: 

• Educational Expertise: PCDS teachers evidence a successful academic background and a mindset for lifelong learning and continuous professional improvement.

• Rapport with Children: PCDS teachers instruct in a broad range of curricular and co-curricular areas; however, the true subject (not object) of a PCDS education is children. PCDS teachers’ ability to connect, both individually and collectively, with children is critical to their success.

• Collegiality: Although the self-confidence and autonomy to plan and lead classes is essential, PCDS teachers collaborate with colleagues and share ideas to ensure that the whole is more than the sum of its parts.  In peer groups, successful Park City Day School teachers serve both as contributing followers and respectful leaders.

• Engagement: As invested citizens of a school community and world network, PCDS teachers model the active intellectual and moral engagement necessary for a successful, sustainable society.

• Adaptability: To set a high standard in a world characterized by constant and rapid changes, PCDS teachers adapt creatively in response to institutional and global circumstances, advances in educational technology and innovation in instructional methods.  

• "Strive for Five" School Values: Our teachers daily model our five School Values - Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, and Compassion - and actively integrate them into the fabric of our school community through reflective opportunities and other daily “teachable moments.”

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a college bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree preferred

  • Coursework with an emphasis in education strongly preferred

• A minimum of three years teaching experience is strongly preferred

Application Process:  Candidates will submit the following PDF’s to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org. 

• A current resume showing all relevant employment;

• A cover letter expressing interest in the position;

• A list of at least three professional references that can be contacted at the appropriate time.

• Optional < 3 minute video resume will be accepted

Title: Lower Elementary Homeroom Teacher

Position Overview: Park City Day School, an intimate, independent Preschool-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, passionate, and enthusiastic educator to join our team as a Lower School Homeroom Teacher for 2023-24 school year (grade level placement TBD). 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead a homeroom classroom of approximately 15-18 students;

• Instruct students in reading, writing, math, social studies, and SEL in a hands-on experiential pedagogy with collaborative thematic units;

• Actively partner with the lower school specialist teachers to facilitate integration across subject areas;

• Implement the following curriculum programs:

  • Fundations Literacy 

  • Bridges Mathematics

  • Responsive Classroom

• Prepare weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, learning activities, collaborative integration with specialist teachers, assessment, and use of resources;

• Use technology tools and resources to enhance, differentiate, innovate, and extend instruction;

• Implement effective classroom management procedures aligned with the PCDS “Strive for Five” values to create a classroom environment that promotes learning, nurtures age-appropriate development of social-emotional skills, and establishes a welcoming classroom culture consistent with our school’s mission;

• Actively lead, participate, and support outdoor education opportunities aligned with or as organized by the Outdoor Education Coordinator;

• Participate in the school community including collaboration meetings, weekly faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and special events. Responsibilities also include recess and lunch duties as assigned;

• Communicate regularly with families and complete a weekly newsletter;

• Utilize the Park City Day School Learning Management System (MyPCDS) to track and communicate student progress;

• Engage in work around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)

• Know and implement the PCDS Teaching Framework based on the Charlotte Danielson model in a Professional Learning Community (PLC);

• Adhere to Park City Day School policies and procedures as a professional educator and as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Evidence of strong curricular integration and collaboration;

• Possess knowledge in basic and applied research of the science of reading and the science of reading instruction; 

• Understanding of thematic learning;

• Willingness to adapt to and utilize existing school curriculum and resources;

• Ability to develop and create materials for instruction when appropriate;

• Understand and successfully implement differentiated instruction;

• Possess knowledge of developmental characteristics of age level taught; 

• Strong organizational, written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills;

• Experience with technology use and application in a classroom setting;

• Experience and/or deep interest in implementing Outdoor Education opportunities, including extended overnight camping trips; 

• Willingness to actively engage in regular school improvement work and training;

• Knowledge of the Charlotte Danielson Teacher Framework and its use in professional growth.

Personal and Professional Qualities: The successful candidate should possess the following personal qualities: 

• Educational Expertise: PCDS teachers evidence a successful academic background and a mindset for lifelong learning and continuous professional improvement.

• Rapport with Children: PCDS teachers instruct in a broad range of curricular and co-curricular areas; however, the true subject (not object) of a PCDS education is children. PCDS teachers’ ability to connect, both individually and collectively, with children is critical to their success.

• Collegiality: Although the self-confidence and autonomy to plan and lead classes is essential, PCDS teachers collaborate with colleagues and share ideas to ensure that the whole is more than the sum of its parts.  In peer groups, successful Park City Day School teachers serve both as contributing followers and respectful leaders.

• Engagement: As invested citizens of a school community and world network, PCDS teachers model the active intellectual and moral engagement necessary for a successful, sustainable society.

• Adaptability: To set a high standard in a world characterized by constant and rapid changes, PCDS teachers adapt creatively in response to institutional and global circumstances, advances in educational technology and innovation in instructional methods.  

• "Strive for Five" School Values: Our teachers daily model our five School Values - Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, and Compassion - and actively integrate them into the fabric of our school community through reflective opportunities and other daily “teachable moments.”

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a college bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree preferred

  • Coursework with an emphasis in education strongly preferred

• A minimum of three years teaching experience is strongly preferred

Application Process:  Candidates will submit the following PDF’s to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org. 

• A current resume showing all relevant employment;

• A cover letter expressing interest in the position;

• A list of at least three professional references that can be contacted at the appropriate time.

• Optional < 3 minute video resume will be accepted

Position Overview: Park City Day School, a small, independent PS-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks a passionate, creative, and energetic educator to join our team for the 2022-23 school year as an assistant teacher in our Kindergarten, First, or Second Grade classrooms. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Classroom Assistant

  • Assist a Lead Teacher with all aspects of a Lower School classroom; 

• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment;

• Supervise students with daily health and hygiene routines; 

• Support the development of weekly lesson plans including instructional objectives, learning activities, collaborative integration with specialist teachers, assessment, and use of resources;

• Support the lead teacher when implementing effective classroom management procedures aligned with the PCDS “Strive for Five” values to create a classroom environment that promotes learning, nurtures age-appropriate development of social-emotional skills, and establishes a welcoming classroom culture consistent with our school’s mission;

• Ability and willingness to be flexible and work in variety of scenarios, including outside play, rest/quiet time, leading the classroom when necessary, participating in Specials;

• Participate in the school community including collaboration meetings, weekly faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and special events;

• Adhere to Park City Day School policies and procedures as a professional educator.

Requirements:

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience working with groups of children in an organized setting. 

• Demonstrated understanding of child development.

• Demonstrated willingness to be creative and bring in new activities for the group.

• Evidence of strong organizational skills, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Personal and professional qualities: The successful candidate should possess the following personal qualities: 

  • Educational Expertise: PCDS teachers evidence a successful academic background and a mindset for lifelong learning and continuous professional improvement.

  • Rapport with Children: PCDS teachers instruct in a broad range of curricular and co-curricular areas; however, the true subject (not object) of a PCDS education is children.  PCDS teachers’ ability to connect, both individually and collectively, with children is critical to their success.

  • Collegiality: Although the self-confidence and autonomy to plan and lead classes is essential, PCDS teachers collaborate with colleagues and share ideas to ensure that the whole is more than the sum of its parts.  In peer groups, successful Park City Day School teachers serve both as contributing followers and respectful leaders.

  • Engagement: As invested citizens of a school community and world network, PCDS teachers model the active intellectual and moral engagement necessary for a successful, sustainable society.

  • Adaptability: To set a high standard in a world characterized by constant and rapid changes, PCDS teachers adapt creatively in response to institutional and global circumstances, advances in educational technology and innovation in instructional methods.  

  • "Strive for Five" School Values: Our teachers daily model our five School Values - Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, and Compassion - and actively integrate them into the fabric of our school community through reflective opportunities and other daily “teachable moments.”

General Qualifications:

• A minimum of a college bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.

• A minimum of three years of experience working with children is strongly preferred.

Title:   Custodian

Position Overview: Park City Day School, a small, independent PS-Grade 8 school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced custodian to join our team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and organize custodial services including minor preventative maintenance.

• Perform routine custodial activities; sweep, scrub, mob, wax & polish floors; vacuum rugs & carpets of site facilities; spot clean and shampoo carpets

• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, gymnasium, lounges, offices, hallways and other facilities as assigned; empty waste receptacles; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris, etc.

• Assist in minor maintenance repair work such as painting, plumbing and other projects as assigned.

• Operate, maintain & repair various types of custodial/grounds equipment (i.e. vacuum cleaner, power washer, snow blower, etc.)

• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of custodial supplies; distribute and replenish supplies & materials as directed; maintain various records related to inventory and custodial activities

• Assist with ice and snow removal

• Lead and participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus during summer and school break periods.

• Prepare school for daily operations ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.

• Inspect & maintain buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly condition.

• Prepare classrooms. gymnasium, and other facilities for special events or meetings; set up chairs, tables, equipment; clean equipment and debris following events.

• Respond to inquiries from staff, students, or visitors and provide information or direction to the appropriate personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Methods of industrial cleaning for floors, carpets, furniture, walls & fixtures.

• Proper methods, techniques, storage of tools, materials, supplies & equipment used for custodial work.

• Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment used to perform minor repairs.

• Strong interpersonal skills, using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures including proper lifting techniques.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years experience preferred, or equivalent education.

• Criminal Justice/Background Clearance

Application Process:  Candidates can submit their application online to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org or in person, Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 3:00.

PCDS is always seeking qualified, flexible, and passionate educators to add to its Substitute Teacher list in all areas and at all grade levels. Contact our Front Desk for information or to apply or call (435)648-2791.

Qualified candidates for published openings should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org.   
In addition, we continue to build our substitute teacher list. If you are interested in applying for a career opportunity at Park CityDay School, please email the following materials to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org:

• a completed substitute teacher application
• a resume
• contact information for three professional references