Current Openings

• Part Time French Teacher

  Barrie School, a student centered learning community with students age 2 – grade 12, seeks a part-time middle and upper school French teacher for 2013-2014. Barrie is located on a beautiful 45-acre campus just outside Washington DC. Our program encourages students to develop their own individual interests and talents through hands-on experiential learning. Our program embraces grade-level themes and promotes project-based learning.

  The qualified candidate should have superlative language skills in French with a proven ability to teach beginning through advanced levels of the language. He or she must take a communicative, student-centered, highly conversational approach to language teaching while balancing the need to be aligned with writing skills across disciplines. In addition, he or she must love working with both middle- and upper-school students and demonstrate an understanding of the developmental needs of children at different ages.

  The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching culture, a willingness to create or utilize non-traditional teaching materials, a collaborative approach to teaching, and a dedication to working across disciplines. The ideal candidate will have training in TPRS (Total Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) or be willing to explore this methodology and other creative ways to deliver language instruction effectively in the target language.

  Embracing our values of respect for self, others, and the environment, Barrie teachers are committed to working with a diverse group of learners in a collaborative and flexible community.

  A creative spirit and a sense of humor are essential.

  Applicants are asked to send a cover letter and resume to resumes@barrie.org.

• Physics Teacher

  Barrie School, a student centered learning community with students age 2 – grade 12, seeks a middle and upper school physics teacher for 2013-2014. Barrie is located on a beautiful 45 acre campus just outside Washington DC. Our program encourages students to develop their own individual interests and talents through hands-on experiential learning. Our program embraces grade level themes and promotes project based learning.

  The qualified candidate should have broad-based scientific knowledge. In addition to Physics, he or she should be comfortable teaching chemistry, biology, and/or environmental science.

  Candidates should employ the latest technology and demonstrate a desire and ability to teach outside a traditional classroom setting, utilizing our 45 acres of campus resources, including ponds, trees, wooded trails, streams and horses.

  Embracing our values of respect for self, others, and the environment, Barrie teachers are committed to working with a diverse group of learners in a collaborative and flexible community.

  Additionally, the qualified candidate must be eager to advise students and willing to carry out the tasks expected of all full-time faculty. An interest in coaching, drama or other after-school activities is an expectation. A creative spirit and a sense of humor are essential. Please send a resume and cover letter to resumes@barrie.org

• Head of Middle-Upper School

  Barrie School seeks a Head of Middle-Upper School (MUS Head). We expect to make an appointment to begin the 2014-2015 school year, but hold open the possibility of an appointment beginning as early as the summer of 2013 if a suitable candidate is found.

  Our new Head of Middle-Upper School will…

  • Embrace research-driven, innovative approaches to 21st-century learning and professional development.
  • Collaborate on engaging, intellectually stimulating work that will lead to continued improvements and refinements in curriculum and teaching methods.
  • Help shape, articulate, and promote our Middle-Upper School program.
  • Work to grow enrollment and increase retention.
  • Have extensive experience working with middle and upper school students (grades 6-12), fully understanding the unique educational and developmental needs of adolescents.

  Candidates should have administrative and instructional leadership experience, be comfortable in a diverse school environment, be ready to promote and expand our partnerships, celebrate the use of our campus, and embrace the Washington, D.C. area as an educational resource. We seek candidates with at least a bachelor’s degree in teaching or educational administration, with a graduate degree preferred. For a full job profile and details on the search process, please click here.

• Associate Camp Director

  Associate Camp Director

  Barrie Day Camp seeks an Associate Camp Director for the Summer of 2013. This is a year-round position, as the Associate Director position covers responsibilities as part of both Barrie Day Camp and Barrie School (for more information about Barrie, please see the “About” section at the end of this document).

  About the Position

  The Associate Director assists with the development, enhancement, and management of the School’s summer camp and extended day programs. In addition, the Associate Director will coordinate the School’s outdoor education program throughout the calendar year. This requires collaboration with the Lower School Division Head, Upper School Division Head, Director of the Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies, and Middle-Upper School Director of Studies.

  The camp program is in session for eight weeks each summer, serving more than 900 children from approximately 700 families. Campers come from more than 100 public, private, and parochial schools in the greater Washington Metro area and lower Montgomery County, Maryland. The program provides a true camp experience on a wooded campus with fields, streams, ponds, equestrian center, and pool, only minutes from the Metro and the ICC. The Camp is served by five bus routes, which accommodate more than 600 campers.

  The extended day program provides before-and after-school supervision and programming for students, pre-K through Grade 8, who arrive as early as 7:00 a.m. and stay as late as 6:00 p.m. It also provides childcare on conference days, professional days, parent evenings, and the interim between camp and school.

  The outdoor education program is currently coordinated by the school’s division heads and on an ad hoc basis by teachers. While there is not currently one staff member who oversees these programs, the Associate Director will for the first time bring coordination and alignment to the programs across school divisions.

  This position reports to the Camp Director.

  Essential Functions

  • In close collaboration with the Camp Director, manage all aspects of the programs listed above
  • Assume full responsibility and leadership in the Director’s absence, as assigned.
  • Advocate passionately for the positive outcomes of camping and experiential education for the children who participate in the summer camp and outdoor education programs.
  • Provide leadership to the integration of outdoor education, off-campus learning, experiential learning, and leadership training programs across school divisions.
  • Provide customer support to approximately seven hundred camp families and more than two hundred and fifty school families.
  • In collaboration with the Camp Director and School’s Director of Communications, effectively implement the camp marketing plan.
  • Efficiently review and process incoming camp applications and provide timely confirmation of enrollment.
  • Seasonally hire and train staff members who fit into a program model defined by the Mission of the School, our shared value of the positive outcomes of camping and experiential education, and passion for sharing our love of the outdoors with children.
  • Clearly articulate how the Camp’s programs, methods, aims, and outcomes fit together with other divisions of the School.
  • Ensure that the extended day program consistently meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of our students, who spend up to eleven hours of their day at School.
  • Provide oversight, support, and ongoing leadership training to the young adults on staff.

  Principal Accountabilities and Duties

  • Assist with the preparation and distribution of written Camp and Extended Day information.
  • Attend public relations functions including open houses, campus tours, and camp fairs.
  • Provide friendly and concise email and phone support to inquiring and returning families.
  • Assist with camp registration activity, including processing of camp applications, updating the camp database, providing billing reports to the business office, mailing confirmation packets, and handling enrollment changes.
  • Assist with all phases of staff recruitment, including advertisements, interviews, background checks, reference checks, and final selection.
  • Collaborate with the Camp’s leadership team to implement staff and volunteer orientations, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.
  • Assist the Camp’s leadership team in assigning staff to groups and assigning staff duties and responsibilities.
  • Coordinate daily routines, transitions, rosters, staffing, and program.
  • Oversee staff attendance and payroll.
  • Facilitate communication between campers, parents, and staff to address and resolve issues.
  • Maintain a vigilant constant concern for the health, safety, and welfare of campers.
  • Know, understand, portray, and share Barrie’s mission, philosophy, policies, and traditions.
  • Assist with the verification and documentation of the Camp’s compliance to State Regulations and the Standards of the American Camp Association in preparation for annual inspections.
  • Assist in maintaining adequate supplies and products necessary for daily operations.
  • Assist with the preparation of evaluations and summaries of the current Camp season of all program, operations, staff, and facilities including recommendations for the following year.

  • Coordinate registration and billing for special programs provided by third parties to the extended day program.
  • Maintain consistency between the student’s school day and extended day by sharing information with school personnel regarding the well-being of students, issues, and concerns.
  • Prepare the end-of-the-month, extended day drop-in billing reports for the business office.
  • Oversee and staff child-care programs during breaks between camp and school.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  Position Requirements

  • College degree, BS or BA degree in education, camp administration, recreational management or related field;
  • Five years of relevant experience working in camp programs and administration, specifically those that involve multi-faceted programming, experiential and outdoor education, youth development, and leadership training;
  • Demonstrated leadership ability in all of the above areas;
  • Demonstrated understanding and a keen personal interest in camping, recreational program management, outdoor education and hands-on learning;
  • Ability to establish supportive and caring relationships with children of all ages;
  • Ability to positively interact with young adults in leadership training or on staff;
  • Ability to instill confidence and trust in parents of students and campers;
  • Ability to provide the highest level of customer service to families of program participants;
  • Ability to recruit, train, supervise and evaluate staff, volunteers, and participants in leadership training programs;
  • Competence and ease with data entry and familiarity with computer databases;
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written form;
  • Ability to respond in a crisis;
  • Ability to accept guidance and direction while, at the same time, having the confidence to work independently;
  • Motivated to find and immediately implement program improvements;
  • Willingness to perform necessary duties with attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness;
  • Good physical and mental health.

  ABOUT THE CAMP

  Summer gives children time for themselves, a change of pace, and a break from their school-year concerns. They have time to explore, to develop friendships, to re-group, and to try new things. They also have time to just have fun.

  We begin by creating an alternative neighborhood for campers - safe, well-supervised, low-stress, and full of friends. We offer an expansive, yet balanced, program of outdoor and indoor activities - some that are perennial favorites and some that require trying something new. Our specialists and counselors bring their own interests, passions, enthusiasm, energy, encouragement, and friendship to campers. They are companions, happy to walk a shady trail with a camper, and they are coaches, happy to guide campers toward what lies ahead.

  Barrie Camp has been doing this for a long time. In 1932, Frances Littman Seldin founded a country day school on an old estate in Northwest Washington. In 1956, the summer program was relocated to the Layhill “ranch” – as it was known then. Our program has developed with and adapted to the changing needs and interests of our campers over the years, but it still reflects the Barrie spirit and traditions from years ago. Today, we are proud to be considered a Washington “institution.”

  OUTCOMES

  Barrie Day Camp emphasizes social competence and community spirit; enhancing self-esteem and confidence; positive values and inner growth; and cognitive and physical development.

  • We learn to work together and get along as a team.
  • We learn to respect others and to value different kinds of people.
  • We can be ourselves and find friends who can appreciate our unique qualities.
  • We learn to trust others and ourselves.
  • We gain confidence by making decisions on our own and living with them.
  • We learn and practice anger management and conflict resolution skills.
  • We develop life values and a vision and purpose for the future
  • We learn new skills and develop interests.
  • We assume responsibility and learn practical life skills.

  ABOUT THE SCHOOL

  Barrie School currently serves 305 students age 2 through grade 12 in two divisions: Lower School and Middle-Upper School. Our nationally respected Montessori Lower School encompasses four programs: Toddler (for ages 2/3), Primary (for ages 3-6), Lower Elementary (grades 1-3), and Upper Elementary (grades 4-5). Our Middle-Upper School offers a rigorous, student-centered, college-prep academic program, based in a thematic approach and bolstered by project-based learning. Academics are enriched by visual and performing arts, athletics, community service, and opportunities for real-world learning, both on and off campus. The MUS includes two programs: the Middle School, serving 45 students in grades 6-8, and the Upper School, serving 65 students in grades 9-12. Faculty and staff numbers 75.

  Barrie is located on a 45-acre campus just outside Washington, D.C. and within one mile of the Metro. Our spectacular property of open fields, streams, ponds, forest, and stables provides space for learning, play, and exploration. Barrie’s Montessori program encourages students to develop their own individual interests and talents through hands-on, experiential learning, which promotes 21st-century outcomes, including:

  • Analytical and Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Complex Written and Oral Communication
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Digital and Quantitative Literacy
  • Global Perspective
  • Adaptability, Initiative, and Risk-Taking
  • Integrity and Ethical Decision-Making

  Applicants are asked to send resumes and cover letters to resumes@barrie.org.

• Lower School Intern

  Barrie School is located outside of Washington DC within one mile of the Metro on a spectacular property with streams, open fields, ponds, forest and stables.

  The school is a center of expertise in Montessori education and benefits from a close relationship with Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies (IAMS) which has been preparing Montessori educators for over thirty years and is housed on the Barrie campus. Barrie is one of the few Montessori schools in Maryland to hold full accreditation from the American Montessori Society (AMS). The school seeks candidates interested in being paid interns at the school for SY 13-14 that are enrolled in a program to achieve certification in Montessori teaching at the toddler level, primary level or lower elementary level. Interns are paired with master teachers and are expected to be a full part of the school operation and participate in the duties of all full time staff at the school. Interns benefit from being part of vibrant adult learning community and being on campus with the operation of the Institute. Candidates interested in applying for this paid internship should either be enrolled in a program already or seek enrollment in the Barrie Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies. Educators new to the field of Montessori education are encouraged to apply.

  Interested candidates need to provide a cover letter and resume and indicate intent to apply to IAMS or enrollment in another accredited teacher education program.

  Please send interest to Barrie School via e-mail to resumes@barrie.org

• Summer Toddler Teacher

  Barrie School, a student-centered learning community with students age 2 – grade 12, is seeking a full time Montessori teacher for the summer Toddler Program, June 17- August 9, 2013. Must have experience with toddlers. Montessori credentials preferred, OCC certification required. Barrie is located on a wooded 45 acre campus just outside Washington DC, one mile north of the Glenmont Metro. Applicants are asked to send a resume and cover letter by e-mail to resumes@barrie.org.

• Teaching Fellowship

  Barrie at a Glance
  Barrie’s 45 acre campus provides space for learning, play, and exploration. Whether taking water samples at the pond, riding on the tricycle track, or quietly reading near the fireplace, the campus is a lively environment. Middle and Upper School classes have broad themes woven into the curriculum and engage our students in experiential learning. Barrie is also located less than 1 mile from Glenmont Metro station and 13 miles from The White House.
  
  Barrie School’s Teaching Fellowship Program
  Barrie School offers a one-year paid teaching fellowship program for recent college graduates who value service learning and teaching as a career. This program will provide the college graduate a diverse learning environment that enhances Barrie’s teaching philosophy of hands-on and project based learning. The graduate will assist in guiding students’ learning experiences, including their academic, social, athletic, and artistic development. The program provides the applicant an opportunity to test and develop their teaching ability and style in and out of the classroom. The applicant will gain a deeper sense of many responsibilities and joys of the teaching profession and have the support of a mentor teacher. The most promising fellows may be encouraged to apply for a full-time position for the following year if a suitable opening becomes available. Barrie seeks applicants who are new to the teaching career and who come from diverse backgrounds. We also welcome the applicant to explore our Barrie Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies and our Lower School Internship Program (Lower School Montessori Teacher Internship). Teaching fellows are compensated with a stipend and provided health insurance including other benefits. Shared housing is also a possibility for Barrie employees.
  
  Responsibilities
  Teaching fellows will be expected to teach a minimum of two classes, an elective, lead clubs and committees, coach sports and attend extracurricular activities. They will also be expected to complete year long projects and contribute to the improvement of Barrie as a vibrant learning community. Candidates with a passion for the environment, global issues, and service learning are welcomed. Please provide areas of teaching interest as well as elective courses of interest.

  All applicants are asked to send a resume and cover letter via e-mail to resumes@barrie.org. Please put the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

• Assistant Director of Equestrian Programs

  Barrie School seeks and Assistant Director of Equestrian Programs who can help efforts in support of our mission to empower individuals to expand their intellectual abilities, develop their creative talents, and discover their passions to make a positive impact in a rapidly changing world. At Barrie we provide a safe and natural setting on forty-five acres of woods, fields, streams, and stables where students are encouraged to be themselves and to explore and try new things, accept challenges, and find joy in learning. The person selected for this position will be part of the riding staff and report to the Director of Equestrian Programs. The person will be responsible for helping in the development and implementation of all equestrian programs including planning and teaching age/skill appropriate lessons, safety of all participants, supervision of summer camp staff, and care of horses. Particular emphasis placed in proven ability and experience in teaching riding, along with a sound understanding of equine care.

  Teaching Responsibilities:

  • Assist in teaching hunt seat lessons for primary, elementary, middle, and upper school students of all skill levels;
  • Assist coaching students at equitation team meets and horse shows;
  • Ability to observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques;
  • Fulfill requirements of Barrie faculty / staff members.

  Stable Responsibilities:

  • Daily care of horses, including but limited to feeding, mucking, turning out, clipping, lunging, bathing, grooming, tacking, and general horse health care;
  • Assist in training and conditioning school and student owned horses;
  • Assist with coordinating vendors and ordering materials;
  • Assist in the management and care of the facility and equipment;
  • Oversee daily checks of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair;
  • Work in conjunction with the Director of Equestrian Programs to insure all activities are functioning within the operational budget;
  • Occasional weekend and holiday hours as needed for horse shows and barn coverage.

  Summer Camp Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with Summer Camp and Equestrian Program Directors in organizing and running summer riding programs including; pony rides, specialty riding, and special events;
  • Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising summer riding staff;
  • Ensure summer riding staff and campers know and follow safety guidelines.

  Requirements:

  • Associates or bachelor’s degree in relevant field;
  • Degree in Equine Studies preferred but not mandatory;
  • CHA or USEF Trainers Certification or equivalent preferred;
  • Experience in all aspects of riding, caring for horses, teaching, and safety;
  • Professional manner in oral and written communications;
  • A valid Driver's License is required. Experience driving farm tractor and horse trailer preferred;
  • Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification;
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and types of weather conditions;
  • Self-starter with a high degree of motivation, keen attention to detail, and an ability to prioritize against goals;
  • Desire to be part of a community that values diversity, creativity and humor.

  Competitive salary and benefit package. Potential housing for the right individual. Expressions of interest for part-time work are also welcome. Position to start on or before January 2, 2013. All applicants are asked to send a cv/resume and cover letter via email to resumes@barrie.org. Please put the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

  Barrie School seeks and Assistant Director of Equestrian Programs who can help efforts in support of our mission to empower individuals to expand their intellectual abilities, develop their creative talents, and discover their passions to make a positive impact in a rapidly changing world. At Barrie we provide a safe and natural setting on forty-five acres of woods, fields, streams, and stables where students are encouraged to be themselves and to explore and try new things, accept challenges, and find joy in learning. The person selected for this position will be part of the riding staff and report to the Director of Equestrian Programs. The person will be responsible for helping in the development and implementation of all equestrian programs including planning and teaching age/skill appropriate lessons, safety of all participants, supervision of summer camp staff, and care of horses. Particular emphasis placed in proven ability and experience in teaching riding, along with a sound understanding of equine care.

  Teaching Responsibilities:

  • Assist in teaching hunt seat lessons for primary, elementary, middle, and upper school students of all skill levels;
  • Assist coaching students at equitation team meets and horse shows;
  • Ability to observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques;
  • Fulfill requirements of Barrie faculty / staff members.

  Stable Responsibilities:

  • Daily care of horses, including but limited to feeding, mucking, turning out, clipping, lunging, bathing, grooming, tacking, and general horse health care;
  • Assist in training and conditioning school and student owned horses;
  • Assist with coordinating vendors and ordering materials;
  • Assist in the management and care of the facility and equipment;
  • Oversee daily checks of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair;
  • Work in conjunction with the Director of Equestrian Programs to insure all activities are functioning within the operational budget;
  • Occasional weekend and holiday hours as needed for horse shows and barn coverage.

  Summer Camp Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with Summer Camp and Equestrian Program Directors in organizing and running summer riding programs including; pony rides, specialty riding, and special events;
  • Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising summer riding staff;
  • Ensure summer riding staff and campers know and follow safety guidelines.

  Requirements:

  • Associates or bachelor’s degree in relevant field;
  • Degree in Equine Studies preferred but not mandatory;
  • CHA or USEF Trainers Certification or equivalent preferred;
  • Experience in all aspects of riding, caring for horses, teaching, and safety;
  • Professional manner in oral and written communications;
  • A valid Driver's License is required. Experience driving farm tractor and horse trailer preferred;
  • Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification;
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and types of weather conditions;
  • Self-starter with a high degree of motivation, keen attention to detail, and an ability to prioritize against goals;
  • Desire to be part of a community that values diversity, creativity and humor.

  Competitive salary and benefit package. Potential housing for the right individual. Expressions of interest for part-time work are also welcome. Position to start on or before January 2, 2013. All applicants are asked to send a cv/resume and cover letter via email to resumes@barrie.org. Please put the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

• Manager of Development and Alumni Relations

  Barrie seeks a Manager of Development and Alumni Relations to help our efforts in support of our mission to empower individuals to expand their intellectual abilities, develop their creative talents, and discover their passions to make a positive impact in a rapidly changing world. At Barrie we provide a safe and natural setting on 45 acres of woods, fields, streams, and stables where students are encouraged to be themselves and to explore and try new things, accept challenges, and find joy in learning. The Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the organization’s development efforts critical to reach development goals and maintain relations with the Barrie community. The Manager will work collaboratively across the organization as others directly contribute to this work program.

  This full-time position will report to the Head of School and will be responsible for annual fund, capital gifts, grant writing and maintaining relationships with alumni and alumni parents.

  Responsibilities:

  · Lead all annual fundraising efforts including strategy development and implementation of direct mail and other outreach events;

  · Manage and research prospective donors including foundation and corporate support;

  · Collaborate on content of website related to development and fully utilize on-line avenues for fund raising efforts;

  · Manage special community events;

  · Manage vendors and consultants related to capital campaign;

  · Maintain Raiser's Edge and meet all reporting requirements, including annual report;

  · Assist with career events and Grandparents Day;

  · Recruit and manage alumni, parent, and staff volunteers;

  · Develop alumni profiles for website and maintain active communication with alumni;

  · Assess potential development opportunities from Camp and Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies;

  · Liase with parent association and student groups on Senior gifts and other solicitations;

  · Provide professional development to faculty, staff, and Board members on development areas;

  · Liase with Board of Trustees Advancement Committee.

  Requirements:

  · Minimum of five years managerial experience;

  · Minimum of five years of fundraising experience with a record of success in cultivating and soliciting gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations;

  · Exemplary oral, written, editing and speaking skills;

  · Experience with event planning;

  · Excellent writing, editing, and speaking skills;

  · Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools – Word, Excel, Power Point;

  · Fund raising database proficiency a plus (Raiser's Edge preferred);

  · Self-starter with a high degree of motivation, keen attention to detail, and an ability to prioritize against goals and demonstrate quantifiable results;

  · Ability to think strategically and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;

  · Ability to build consensus and work effectively within cross-departmental groups;

  · Desire to be part of a community that values diversity, creativity and humor;

  · Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with Masters preferred.

  Applicants are asked to send resumes and cover letters to resumes@barrie.org.