Employment

We are looking for highly collaborative teachers committed to designing and adapting instruction to meet a range of student learning needs and interests and committed to multisensory and differentiated instruction. We promote a culture of belonging where students, staff, and families of The Siena School feel heard, seen, supported, and valued, so that all members of the community can thrive.

At The Siena School, teachers encourage students' creative expression, incorporate student interest and passions, and develop critical thinking by creating a vibrant, student-centered environment that supports the learning and personal growth of each student. Siena faculty and staff work collaboratively with students, parents and professionals to create a nurturing but rigorous learning environment. We know our children well and engage them on a daily basis in exciting, intellectual dialogue. Through individualized, multisensory instruction, students develop critical thinking skills and acquire the tools and strategies needed to become successful and independent learners. A positive learning experience inspires our students to have confidence in themselves and their abilities.

Siena teachers work with students in small classes of 10:1 and address their individualized needs through both small-group and individualized instruction. They are skillful in establishing a strong relationship with students and creating learning opportunities that motivate and inspire students to develop all aspects of their learning needs.

• Demonstrated career interest in education
• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record. Advanced degree and 2-5 years of classroom experience preferred
• Promoting joyful student engagement and a commitment to the education of dyslexic students are essential
• Training or classroom experience with differentiation and/or students with learning differences/dyslexia
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Take pride in being part of a team that collectively works to bring together diversity of backgrounds, thoughts, perspectives, and expressions
• Engage in positive cross-cultural interactions and an understanding of the nuances that exist among and between diverse groups as well as a willingness to learn, grow, and confidently work through challenges that might arise in this area

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification forms upon hire.

All positions include a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and benefits package including but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.

The Siena School in Northern Virginia seeks a culturally competent, caring, and experienced full-time school counselor to join a dynamic and creative team. As a school committed to academic excellence, educational innovation, and social justice, the School Counselor will serve as a key member of the Guidance Team in supporting the social-emotional well-being of all students. The School Counselor is responsible for designing and delivering social-emotional learning through classroom lessons, school-wide initiatives, consultation with staff, and parent workshops. The Counselor will also meet with students in individual and small group settings. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Policies and Record-Keeping

• With administration, creates and maintains policies for the counseling department 
• Creates and maintains confidential records

Counseling Support 

• The counselor serves as the main mental wellness liaison for students, parents, teachers, administrators, and outside clinicians 
• Meets regularly with the Head of School and other members of the Guidance Team to communicate student progress and/or concerns
• Serves as a resource for parents, faculty, and administration in addressing concerns pertaining to students
• Provides support for the community in response to crisis situations
• Provides 1:1 counseling support to students on a short-term and drop-in basis 
• Makes appropriate referrals to families for specialized support services 
• Provides crisis intervention and assessment as needed
• Actively engages and supports the School’s commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community
• Runs ongoing groups for students on issues related to social-emotional and mental wellness (e.g., friendship, stress management, etc.) 
• Partners with teachers to develop strategies for specific students and conduct student observations as necessary
• Provides consultation to teachers and other school personnel regarding student needs and supports 
• Consults with outside therapists to support individual students and families

Programming 

• Develops and implements school-wide programming on topics related to social-emotional and mental health 
• Creates and co-leads a health curriculum that addresses social-emotional well-being, drugs, alcohol, body image, sexual education, anxiety, wellness, and other relevant topics 
• Provides professional development to staff about topics of mental health and social-emotional well being
• Organizes and facilitates regular discussions with parents around pertinent topics
• Develops programming that responds to the needs of the school community

Other Essential Duties

• Support the school’s mission and culture, promoting a positive, inclusive school climate
• Through a restorative justice lens, support student adherence to school expectations
• Establish and maintain good relationships with varying stakeholders
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with families
• Communicate with faculty and staff at the other campuses as needed
• Engage in duties as assigned
• Attend weekly campus and cross-campus meetings
• Attend after school events as needed
• Engage with stakeholders via Zoom in synchronous and asynchronous models as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

• Professional Mental Health/Counseling or School Counseling Degree
• Professional mental health license
• Experience and comfort with working in a diverse environment
• Experience working with a variety of age groups from elementary through high school
• Ability to work with a dynamic and engaging staff and school community
• Ability to effectively listen, respond, and present information to students, parents/guardians, faculty and staff
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain sensitive information in the strictest of confidence, exercising absolute discretion and professionalism
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development 
• Strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills to work effectively as a team player

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the school.

Additional Salary Information: The position includes a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and benefits package including but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
 

The Siena School in Oakton, VA, seeks an after-school staff member to supervise students from 3:30-6:00 pm Monday through Thursday. We are looking for a highly collaborative individual who believes in students who learn differently and can build positive relationships within a warm and supportive environment. 

The Siena School prepares bright, college-bound students with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia, to become confident, curious learners who understand their personal strengths and gain the tools and strategies to excel. Our after-school program creates space for students to complete their homework and engage in creative activities to socialize with peers. The after-school staff consists of two adults who support students with organization as they complete homework and nurture an environment of fun and positivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise students and supply homework and organizational support
• Support the school’s mission and culture, promoting a positive, inclusive school climate
• Through a restorative justice lens, support student adherence to school expectations
• Establish and maintain good relationships with varying stakeholders
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with families
• Complete paperwork documenting attendance & coordinate with the business office
• Medical technician certification and first aid training and undertake these responsibilities daily (The Siena School will support obtaining this certification if needed.)

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

• Experience and comfort with working in a diverse environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Reliable, flexible, and detail-oriented
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and work effectively as a team player
• Ability to think independently and take initiative 
• Capacity to handle multiple tasks in a calm and professional manner

Salary Information: The position is compensated at $20 per hour.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@thesienaschool.org. No phone inquiries, please.

The Siena School is seeking substitute teachers to work on an as-needed basis at their campuses in Silver Spring, MD, for grades 3-12. Compensation is $20 per hour.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Substitute teachers at Siena are responsible for managing the classroom goals, expectations, and directives of the absent teacher for the given period(s) or day(s). The ideal candidate uses effective classroom management techniques to establish quick and effective working relationships with students with language-based learning differences. 
• Candidates must be eager to work with students in a collaborative, student-centered environment.

Other Duties

• Support the school’s mission and culture, promoting a positive, inclusive school climate
• Through a restorative justice lens, support student adherence to school expectations
• Additional duties as assigned, including recess and lunch supervision and other tasks as needed. 
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (as needed)

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or in Maryland, completed minimum 120 college credit hours)
• Prior experience in education preferred 
• Strong communication skills
• Experience and comfort with working in a diverse environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Strong technology skills
• Reliable and flexible
• Ability to think independently and take initiative

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification forms upon hire. The Siena School is committed to equitable hiring practices and enthusiastically encourages professionals of all backgrounds to apply.

To apply: please email resume to jobs@thesienaschool.org

The Siena School in Silver Spring seeks a dedicated after-school staff member to supervise students from 3:15-6:15 pm Monday through Friday. We are looking for a highly collaborative individual who believes in students who learn differently and is able to build positive relationships within a warm and supportive environment.

The Siena School prepares bright, college-bound students with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia, to become confident, curious learners who understand their personal strengths and gain the tools and strategies to excel. Our after school program creates space for students to complete their homework and to engage in creative activities where they can socialize with peers. The director is part of a team of three adults who support students with organization as they complete homework and nurture an environment of fun and positivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support the school’s mission and culture, promoting a positive, inclusive school climate
• Through a restorative justice lens, support student adherence to school expectations
• Establish and maintain good relationships with varying stakeholders
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with families
• Communicate with faculty and staff at the other Siena campuses as needed
• Complete paperwork documenting attendance & coordinate with business office
• Maintain Maryland med tech certification and first aid training and undertake these responsibilities on a daily basis
• Willingness to be trained to drive the small school bus is preferred

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience and comfort with working in a diverse environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Reliable, flexible, and detail oriented
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and work effectively as a team player
• Ability to think independently and take initiative 
• Capacity to handle multiple tasks in a calm and professional manner

Salary Information: The position is compensated at $25 per hour.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@thesienaschool.org. No phone inquiries please.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, regular tutoring sessions with students in a specific area of support  (executive function skills/organization, the writing process, reading development, math, and/or other subject specific support such as science or social studies).
• Consistent and regular parent communication regarding student’s progress.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to tailor the tutoring experience to the individual needs of each student with focused comments on important aspects of a student’s progress, and clearly identified goals for further progress in the specific area of focus.
• Accurate record keeping, including logging hours.
• Regular feedback to the Director of Tutoring.
• Develop learning plans, implement assessments, and report student progress under the direction of the Director of Tutoring Services.

Qualifications:

All Tutors

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record. 
• Advanced degree and 2-5 years of classroom experience preferred.
• Experience teaching/tutoring elementary, middle and/or high school students including students with learning differences/dyslexia; training or classroom experience working with students one-on-one or in small groups and with differentiation strategies.
• Training in multisensory, structured language education desirable. 
• Available after school, evenings and/or weekends; hours are flexible.
• Engage in professional development provided by The Siena School.
• Strong language skills and a desire to make a difference for students whose intellect is ahead of their literacy skills.
• High degree of reliability and consistency and strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail regarding work schedule, assessment, and paperwork.
• Able to work remotely with reliable internet access and computer to provide on-line tutoring. Some tutoring positions will transition to in-person work as is deemed safe to return due to Covid-19, while other Siena tutors will continue to work virtually with students as family and schooling needs dictate.
• Strong technology skills (especially Microsoft OS, MS Office programs, Google Suite).
• Comfortable with and uses technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication. Willing to learn new uses/applications of technology tools to support individual student’s needs.
• Personable and joyful working with school-age children.

Specific to Reading Tutors

• Reading training (e.g., Orton Gillingham).
• Knowledge in the core processes, skills, and content of reading and its relationship to listening, speaking, and writing.
• Understand the reading process, particularly phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, decoding, strategic reading, and the application of these skills.
• Experience teaching specific elements of reading instruction in 1:1 and/or small groups.

Salary information: The position is compensated at $80 per hour.

The Siena School (www.thesienaschool.org) in Silver Spring, Maryland, is in its 16th year with an expanding enrollment and now a second campus in Oakton, Virginia, which opened in Fall 2021. Siena has become a national leader in educating bright, college-bound students with mild to moderate language-based learning differences, with nearly 150 students at its Silver Spring campus (grades 4-12) and nearly 30 at its new Northern Virginia campus (grades 3-11; adding grade 12 in Fall 2024). Siena enrolls approximately 40% students of color. Siena focuses on the professional development of its staff who have presented at national and international conferences (including the NAIS Annual Conference) and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

The Siena School is committed to equitable hiring practices and enthusiastically encourages professionals of all backgrounds to apply. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification forms upon hire.

How to Apply/Contact

For immediate consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to Jennifer Pettey at jpettey@sienatutors.org. No phone calls please.