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Position Summary
The Clearwater School is seeking a new staff member in response to growth in our student population.
We hire staff rather than teachers to emphasize that in our environment people of all ages are equal. Staff at The Clearwater School are available as facilitators, mentors, peers and friends while students pursue their own interests. They act as dependable stewards of the school; facilitate student access to resources; exemplify mature practice of personal fulfillment and societal engagement; and anchor school culture to values of interpersonal respect. Clearwater students are not required to follow a predetermined curriculum and adults do not have authority to unilaterally establish or enforce rules. Staff are hired and held responsible by School Meeting. Specific tasks and responsibilities regarding the functioning of the school are shared amongst all staff members.

Required Qualifications

• Belief in the natural impulse of children (and adults!) to strive for personal growth, and a commitment to one’s own personal growth
• Understanding of Clearwater’s approach to education – this may include experience with Sudbury, unschooling, self-directed learning, etc
• Experience working with youth of a wide range of ages
• Must be extremely reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
• Possess high levels of professionalism, personal maturity, and authenticity
• Excellent communication and literacy skills, including abilities to express thoughts in writing; tailor communication levels for different age groups and developmental levels; and interact effectively with children and adults from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Be an interested, interesting, engaged, and passionate person
• Strong self-management skills, including high levels of initiative and ability to authentically and effectively prioritize, including the ability to decline requests from children when appropriate
• High level of computer literacy, including fluency with word processing, email, and more
• Ability to work in an environment with frequent distractions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and family data, as well as to keep a constant eye out for the protection of student privacy in less formal ways
• Complete a Washington state and Federal background check

Bonus Qualities:

• Background in music, performance arts, filmmaking, and multimedia arts
• Experience with mediation
• Passion for early-childhood education
• Experience with programming & tech
• Experience with writing grants
• Experience in Environmental studies
• Interest and experience in social justice

Application Process:

Applications must be received by May 1st.

• Thoroughly review The Clearwater School website: www.clearwaterschool.com
• Email resume with references to: info@clearwaterschool.com
• Include a cover letter with answers to the following questions:
  • How did you hear about the position and why are you interested in the Clearwater school?
  • What unique skills do you think you’ll bring to our community?
  • What do you imagine the role of adults looks like in a democratic-free school setting?

• Campus tours & interviews may follow upon review of application.

-Candidates from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply-

The Clearwater School does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, culture, religion, nor national or ethnic origin.

Apply Here.

•  Houseparenting is half of a full-time position. Responsibilities of house parents include: running the household (facilitating student’s chores, cooking meals and house work projects), identifying and working on general care of the house and grounds (including yard work, the maintenance of the appearance of the boarding house etc.), managing a house budget with a monthly house allowance, helping students with homework, and having fun with the kids in daily life.
• Maintenance coordination makes up the remainder of the position. This entails designing internships for small groups of students to problem-solve maintenance issues; leading students and other staff in weekly work projects; and communicating with external contacts, such as local contractors, the DMV, the Health Department, etc.
• Additional duties may include teaching electives; accompanying students on 3-, 6-, 8-, and 18-day field trips; leading sports and games; participation in staff committees; cooking and chore supervision.

Experience is desired with lumberjacking, road maintenance, plumbing, carpentry, vehicle mechanics, farm machinery, and power tools. Expertise is not required, but a willingness to problem-solve and work creatively with others is essential, as is a willingness to learn about and work within the consensus process.  Flexibility and a sense of humor are also very important. For more information, please contact hiring@arthurmorganschool.org.

Honduras Child Alliance seeks a high-energy, great communicator, who has a passion for promoting HCA to potential volunteers and donors via social media, newsletters, and other posts. The Outreach Manager also develops and nurtures HCA’s in-country relationships in El Porvenir and La Ceiba.  Read more below!

Honduras Child Alliance Outreach Manager 2018-19
– Start date is flexible but ideally
begins late May / to mid-June.
– Duration is 12 mos.
– Free housing /  Weekly food stipend of 750 HNL per week
– Wifi and phone included
– Excellent experience in non-profit development.
– Supportive, open-minded, and progressive environment.

Interested?
Contact: Eve@honduraschildalliance.org