Located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, Waterford School, with an enrollment of 1,100, is Utah’s premier liberal arts, college-preparatory independent school for students in Preschool through High School. Student learning is Waterford School’s reason for being. Since its founding, the School has instilled habits of independent thought, critical thinking, responsibility, passionate learning, and service to others. Waterford School’s liberal arts program provides a strong foundation, and the campus culture prepares students to pursue lives of meaning and purpose. Waterford delivers a world-class education distinguished by a rich curriculum, an outstanding faculty, a deep commitment to student growth, and a learning environment that is caring, nurturing, and inspiring. The Middle/Upper School Counselor reports to the Dean of Students. In alignment with the Waterford mission to provide a world-class liberal arts education, the Counselor helps students develop resilience and adopt healthy coping strategies for success in school and life. The Counselor supports and guides students in areas of wellness, emotional challenge, social competencies and overall well-being. The Counselor also supports students and their families in understanding and working with learning differences and helps teachers develop effective classroom strategies to support students. Responsibilities and Duties Guide and implement a balanced school counseling program that focuses on and promotes student resilience, well-being, and success. Collaborate with parents to support student mental health concerns Recommend outside learning assessments as needed and interpret results for families and teachers Develop Student Profiles (Waterford’s IEP/504 plan equivalent) for students with significant learning differences providing strategies for classroom success Collaborate with the School Nurse and the Dean of Students to develop effective wellness programming Respond to acute mental and emotional health needs of students, and recommend outside follow-up as needed Meet weekly with Dean of Students to discuss strategies to support student needs Meet with the Middle and/or Upper School “Dean Teams” weekly to respond to issues/concerns Be a resource for teachers working with students of concern Keep accurate, detailed and confidential files on all student needs including notes of all conversations with students, individual and group discussions Work with students individually and in small groups on executive functioning, organization, time management and other effective learning strategies that support academic success Coordinate with teachers, tutors, mentors and deans to support students’ long-term and acute academic needs. Qualifications and Skills Strong personal commitment to the Waterford School mission, vision, and core values Master’s or doctorate degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy Experience as a teacher or counselor at the middle school and/or high school level Comfort in providing risk assessment, including for suicidality Working knowledge of various counseling models, practices and resources Integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Sound judgement and emotional intelligence Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a student population ranging in age from 11-18 years Engaging interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills including student assembly presentations and large parent gatherings Ability to collect and analyze data The Waterford campus is set on 45 acres at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, one of North America’s premier outdoor and recreational areas. The school offers an outstanding working environment. The atmosphere is collegial; both families and faculty show a genuine commitment to learning. Benefits include medical, dental, 403(b). Qualified candidates should forward a résumé and letter of interest, by email, or fax, to: recruiting@waterfordschool.org. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line. #J-18808-Ljbffr
An independent school in County Waterford seeks a Middle/Upper School Counselor to guide student resilience and well-being. This role involves developing strategies for academic success and supporting students with emotional challenges. The ideal candidate will have a relevant advanced degree and experience in counseling, contributing to a nurturing educational environment. Benefits include medical and dental. Interested candidates should email their résumé to recruiting@waterfordschool.org. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, Waterford School, with an enrollment of 1,100, is Utah’s premier liberal arts, college preparatory independent school for students in Preschool through High School. Student learning is Waterford School’s reason for being. Since its founding, the School has instilled habits of independent thought, critical thinking, responsibility, passionate learning, and service to others. Waterford School’s liberal arts program provides a strong foundation, and the campus culture prepares students to pursue lives of meaning and purpose. Waterford delivers a world-class education distinguished by a rich curriculum, an outstanding faculty, a deep commitment to student growth, and a learning environment that is caring, nurturing, and inspiring. Waterford School seeks a full‑time Upper School Spanish Teacher. Waterford’s graduation requirements ask students to take three years of a contemporary world language in order to graduate. Middle school students all study Latin; students begin their study of contemporary world languages (French, Chinese, or Spanish) in Class IX. Our Spanish program is a thriving program that enjoys high student interest and enrollment. The team works closely together and is interested in comprehensible input and proficiency‑based instruction. We are excited to find the right educator to join this strong team. The ideal candidate would hold an advanced degree in Spanish Language & Literature, Spanish teaching, or a related field, would have 2 or more years of relevant teaching experience, and be able to develop a healthy rapport with Middle and Upper School students, and embrace Waterford School’s mission, vision, and values in curriculum, teaching, and membership in the community. A full‑time course load entails full teaching responsibility for up to five courses. Competencies and Skills Desired Masterful teaching that demonstrates an understanding of best practices in language acquisition pedagogy Exceptional skills in building strong relationships with students and their families Strong collaborative skills and experience working collaboratively with a teaching team Highly developed organizational skills Integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence The Waterford campus is set on 45 acres at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, one of North America’s premier outdoor and recreational areas. The school offers an outstanding working environment. The atmosphere is collegial; both families and faculty show a genuine commitment to learning. Benefits include medical, dental, 403(b). Qualified candidates should forward a résumé and letter of interest by email to recruiting@waterfordschool.org. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Math tutoring involves one‑on‑one and/or group tutoring with students in Waterford Lower School, grades K‑V. Tutoring sessions occur two to three times per week, lasting 45‑60 minutes, during school, before school, and after school hours Monday through Friday. Responsibilities Ability to teach math strategies to support students’ required math units and materials at students’ instructional level. Enjoy math and be able to communicate mathematical ideas and concepts in ways that are developmentally appropriate for 8‑11‑year‑olds. Develop and follow daily lesson plans that focus on individual student needs, including building foundational skills outlined by student evaluation. Communicate with students’ parents and current teachers. Write two reports each term: a brief mid‑term report to establish goals and a comprehensive end‑of‑term report for parents, homeroom teachers, and the lower school head. Maintain Google Drive folders for all students and become proficient in working with Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Calendar. Maintain a Waterford email account and check it weekly for notes from the lower school head and more often for notes from the reading director. Attend weekly tutor meetings and receive training in the fall from the math director. Benefits Medical, dental, and 403(b) benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A premier educational institution in Waterford seeks a dedicated Upper School Spanish Teacher to join its dynamic team. The position requires an advanced degree in Spanish and 2+ years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include teaching up to five courses and collaborating with the teaching team, focusing on proficiency-based language instruction. This role offers an exceptional work environment with a commitment to student growth and a supportive community. Interested candidates should apply via email with a résumé and letter of interest. #J-18808-Ljbffr
An educational institution in Waterford is seeking a dedicated math tutor for grades K-V. The role involves one-on-one and group tutoring sessions that focus on individual student needs, creating appropriate lesson plans, and communicating effectively with parents and teachers. Candidates should enjoy working with children and have the ability to convey mathematical concepts to young learners. The position includes responsibilities like maintaining Google Drive folders and participating in weekly training meetings and tutor sessions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
