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 Oakton, Virginia, is seeking a full-time middle and high school mathematics and science teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative teacher 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. With a passion for their subject, the successful applicant will enjoy working with other educators in a collaborative environment, integrating technology in a 1:1 Chromebook environment. 

Siena’s inquiry-based courses challenge students with rigorous curricula while providing them with tools and strategies to help them understand and apply mathematical and scientific concepts. Siena’s math/science courses focus on more than theory, exploring practicalities as they relate to real-world and 21st-century applications.

The Siena School in Oakton, VA, is seeking a full-time Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative individual committed to meeting a range of student learning needs and interests, and multisensory and differentiated instruction. This position includes daily supervision duties, such as recess, lunch, and carpool, as well as administrative tasks to support the office manager and receptionist. 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.  

The Siena School in Oakton, Virginia, is seeking a Part-Time Physical Education and Wellness Teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative teacher 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.

Our physical education and wellness classes encourage students to pursue activities that promote their physical, emotional, and mental health and well-being, as well as help them find a physical activity that they are good at. Students learn to set individual goals as well as learn teamwork in group games ranging from yoga, gymnastics, running, dance, and pickleball. Our program helps students develop motor skills as well as social skills and cultivate an interest in being active and engaged. We promote cross-curricular connections in all areas of our curriculum, including wellness field trips, presentations, and sporting or cultural events (e.g., Olympic Games, Lunar New Year).

The Siena School in Oakton, VA, is seeking a Part-Time Visual Arts Teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. We are looking for a highly collaborative individual committed to meeting a range of student learning needs and interests and 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.  

Art is an integral component of the Siena curriculum, with cross-curricular collaboration occurring between teachers from the humanities to math and more. The ideal candidate should be a skilled artist with an aptitude in various mediums and demonstrate a wide array of artistic interests and experiences. The Visual Arts Teacher will work with students in grades 3-12 and continue to build a full and exciting arts program at our second campus. The successful applicant will enjoy working with other educators in a collaborative environment (such as by planning and executing exhibits and field experiences) and providing student-centered learning experiences that are engaging and differentiated to meet the needs of students with language-based learning differences.

The Art Teacher will:

• Provide a range of opportunities to students across all divisions (elementary through high school)
• Seek ways to be flexible with the curriculum to support students’ strengths and interests
• Work closely with other teachers to develop cross-curricular connection between subject areas, grade levels, and between the two campuses
• Develop opportunities for student art displays and exhibitions to occur throughout the school year
• Promote the arts in our community and expand connections in northern Virginia
• Work collaboratively with the performing arts faculty in the production of a fall MS play and a spring all-school musical performance (e.g., set design, costumes)
   

The Siena School in Silver Spring, MD, seeks an experienced reading teacher interested in using small-group instruction, research-based strategies, a multisensory approach, and other best practices to teach reading to students in grades 4-8.

Reading is at the center of almost everything we do at Siena. All students at the school take a reading class each year from 4th through 8th grade, working on comprehension, fluency and decoding. Additionally, reading is also offered at the high school level. Siena's reading classes are capped at 10 students, with students subdivided into smaller groups according to areas of need. The classes teach phonology, phonemic awareness, decoding and spelling, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension through systematic, structured, and sequential instruction.

Candidates should have a desire to teach the core principles of reading and an interest in ongoing professional development and training, which the school provides. Candidates should have a knowledge of dyslexia and instruction for students identified with dyslexia and related disorders. Experience working with students with learning differences preferred. Our teachers design interventions and strategies tailored to each student’s needs.

Responsibilities Include

• Advising students and working with students, parents, and other teachers to fully develop a picture of students’ strengths and learning needs.  
• Regular and consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Promoting joyful student engagement and a commitment to the education of students with dyslexia are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic track record and demonstrated career interest in education. Advanced degree and 2-5 years of classroom experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Reading training (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, Sounds in Syllables).
• 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 small groups.

The Siena School is seeking a full-time middle and high school mathematics teacher for the 2023-24 school year who is passionate about teaching and an advocate for children with learning differences. Siena’s inquiry-based math course challenges students with rigorous curricula while providing them with tools and strategies to help them understand and apply mathematical concepts. Siena’s math courses focus on more than theory, exploring the practicalities of math as it applies to real-world and 21st century applications. With a passion for their subject, the successful applicant will enjoy working with other educators in a collaborative environment, integrating technology in a 1:1 Chromebook environment. 

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.

Hourly pay dependent on experience and qualifications.

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 3-8; adding grades 9-10 in Fall 2022). 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 Ann Mullen at amullen@sienatutors.org. No phone calls please.