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Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Kindergarten Screener Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking a part time Admissions Assistant to assist with the assessment of Kindergarten applicants. It is expected that a successful candidate would: Meet all applicants to kindergarten and participate in the screening and play dates process Participate in scheduled admissions meetings Requirements and Qualifications: A minimum of a BA with an emphasis in school psychology or certification as a learning specialist Early childhood or elementary education teaching experience Ability to work flexible part time hours from mid-September through February Excellent collaboration and communication skills A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy Must pass a Livescan and general background check An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.   For further information about Brentwood School please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com . Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to: Adrienne Agena Director of Admissions, West Campus aagena@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Lead Sixth Grade Teacher (Maternity Leave Replacement)   Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a Sixth Grade Lead Teacher (maternity leave replacement) beginning in August, 2017 and continuing through March of 2018.  We are seeking individuals from independent, public, private, or charter schools, with prior experience in and a passion for teaching lower school students.  A minimum of a college bachelor’s degree is required, however a master’s degree is preferred. It is expected that a successful candidate would: Support the school’s educational mission by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students Demonstrate an understanding of thematic learning Have experience working in a collaborative grade level team Create lessons and projects that are inclusive of the diversity and multiculturalism in our community Have a successful track record and proven ability in the instruction of elementary students Communicate effectively, both with students and parents In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities: Strong collaboration skills An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy Flexibility Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that best represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.  Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com . Please submit a letter of interest and a resume electronically to: Dawn Cunnion, Ed.D. Associate Head of School and Interim Lower School Director dcunnion@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking resumes from qualified candidates interested in a full time Director of College Counseling. This position reports directly to the Upper School Director. The Director of College Counseling is a member of the Upper School Administrative Team and the Brentwood School (K-12) Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with an interest in working with high school students, their families, college representatives, faculty and administrators. This is a 12 month position with a workload that can vary greatly during the course of the year.   The principal responsibilities of the Director of College Counseling include: Leading and effectively managing the college counseling department including two Associate Directors and one full time support staff member Advising students and families as they move through the college research, application, and selection process Writing letters of recommendation Reviewing, adjusting, and improving the college counseling program each year. Executing on-campus programs and workshops for parents, students and college admissions representatives Advising on course selection, registration, and consequences in the college selection process Preparing regular mailings and electronic communication to parents in tandem with the communications staff Overseeing progress through the fall process of finalizing college lists and sending off applications Visiting college campuses to establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with college admission staffs Representing Brentwood School at national and regional conferences Guiding the work of the office through weekly department meetings Attending weekly faculty and administrative meetings Preparing and presenting to the Board of Trustees regular reports on the college admission process, placement, and national trends Attending regular curriculum committee meetings Advising faculty in their writing of college recommendations Work with various personnel who support the college counseling process, including the Liaison for Student Athletes and the Essay Writing Coach Establishing and maintaining a yearly budget Sharing chaperone responsibilities with the College Counseling Team for Brentwood’s East and West Coast College Trips Engaging actively in the Brentwood School community, including attending student performances, athletics events, social activities and serving as an advisor Organizing and implementing the annual Essay Writing Workshop for seniors   Desirable attributes include: A detail-oriented approach to work and outstanding communication skills including writing, listening, and public speaking The ability to work collaboratively with the administration, faculty, and other key members of the Brentwood community The energy, patience, and sense of humor necessary to work effectively with high-school students and their families Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to learn additional software such as Naviance and PowerSchool Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in selective college admissions and/or college counseling A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion An interest in and openness to professional growth and development An advanced degree is strongly preferred       Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.  For further information about Brentwood School, please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com .   Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to Corisa Cobden Administrative Assistant to Upper School Director E-mail: ccobden@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking an Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions to begin in June of 2017.    The Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions works as part of a team in a busy admissions office and report to the Director of Admissions, East Campus. This position is a mix of administrative/office support and customer service, as the Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions is the initial point of contact for prospective families. The Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions supports the East Campus Director of Admissions and the Admissions Office in the implementation of the admissions process for grades 7-12.   Duties & Responsibilities including, but not limited to: Represent Brentwood School as the first point of contact for applicant families Oversee the creation and maintenance of all admissions files for grades 7-12 Record applicant materials into the Blackbaud database and follow-up with families or schools for missing information as needed File application materials Maintain calendars for the Admissions Team. This includes the scheduling of interviews and tours and other appointments as needed Support the Admissions Office in the planning and execution of all 7-12 admissions events: open houses and transition events (some weekend work required) Track RSVP’s, create nametags, prepare materials, register applicants for events Coordinate and track files for the Admissions Committee process Interface with agencies, such as A Better Chance (ABC), The Independent School Alliance for Minority Affairs, and Young Eisner Scholars (YES) Manage the Parent Tour Guide program Order and maintain office supplies for the department Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions, East Campus or the Senior Administrative Team   Desired Skills/Qualities: High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google office suite Experience with databases is required. Discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential admissions information Willingness and ability to prioritize assignments, look ahead at what might be needed next, and multitask Ability to communicate and maintain collegial relationships with all constituents: students, parents, teachers, and volunteers Energy, patience, and a sense of humor necessary to work effectively with others Capacity to work both independently and with a team An interest in and openness to professional growth and development A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred   Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. For further information about Brentwood School, please visit the School’s website: www.bwscampus.com .   Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to Lauren Windom, Director of Admissions, ecadmissions@bwscampus.com .