Landon School is an independent school for boys in grades 3–12, located on a beautiful 75 acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1929, our mission is to prepare talented boys for productive lives as accomplished, responsible and caring men whose actions are guided by the principles of perseverance, teamwork, honor, and fair play.

Landon is a diverse community committed to creating an environment where boys are encouraged to strive, reach, and endeavor towards becoming their best selves. This is done through our teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty, and a robust co-curricular program.

Landon seeks part-time classroom proctors in all grades (3-12) for the 2020-21 school year. Classroom proctors will supervise students in classes where a teacher is teaching remotely. Proctors will be charged with managing student behavior, helping resolve any low level technical issues that arise, and coordinating with teachers regarding lesson planning and execution. A high school degree is required, with relevant coursework in college desirable. Those interested in beginning a career in teaching are also welcome to apply.

Landon also seeks substitute teachers for all grades (3-12) for the 2020-21 school year. A bachelor's degree is preferred, and those interested in beginning a career in teaching are welcome to apply.

To apply for either position, please send a cover letter and resume, along with contact information for three professional references, to morgan_pearson@landon.net. No phone inquiries please.

Landon School is an independent school for boys in grades 3–12, located on a beautiful 75 acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1929, our mission is to prepare talented boys for productive lives as accomplished, responsible and caring men whose actions are guided by the principles of perseverance, teamwork, honor, and fair play.

Landon is a diverse community committed to creating an environment where boys are encouraged to strive, reach, and endeavor towards becoming their best selves.  This is done through our teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty, and a robust co-curricular program

The Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is responsible for leading the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion work with all constituencies, both on and off campus. 

Responsibilities

• With school leadership, advance a strategic vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion for all faculty, staff, students, families, and alumni
• Partner with the Assistant Head of School, Department Chairs, Division Heads, and faculty to evaluate, advise, and support the development of a diverse and inclusive curriculum for grades 3-12
• In conjunction with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Division Heads, develop proactive strategies and practices for recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff
• Partner with the Director of Admissions, Outreach, and Enrollment to recruit, welcome, and retain students from diverse backgrounds
• Develop programming for all constituencies, including students, faculty, parent associations, and current and prospective families on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• In consultation with the Assistant Head of School and Division Heads, along with administrators from Landon’s sister school (Holton-Arms), create, identify, and promote professional development opportunities for all members of the faculty and staff
• Provide support, resources, and guidance for all members of the school community, including students from diverse backgrounds and international students
• Work with the Director of Alumni Relations to create a proactive approach to engaging alumni from diverse backgrounds
• Serve on the school’s senior administrative team

Qualifications

Landon operates on the teacher-coach-mentor model so the most desirable candidates will be able to contribute to the life of the school through teaching a class, coaching a sport, and/or serving as an advisor.

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred
• Experience working with and leading faculty in diversity related matters
• A commitment to Landon’s mission statement and an appreciation for an all-boys educational setting
• High degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency
• Proven ability to build programming and structures that further school goals
• Proficient, organized, detail-oriented and capable manager of people, program, and budgets
• Skillful communicator – in both writing and speech – and facility in the use of current technologies
• Demonstrated ability to work with others, including students and families from a variety of backgrounds
• Personal traits to include:
  • Proactive, optimistic, and positive attitude
  • Energetic, creative, and upbeat presence
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Sense of humor and balanced perspective
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Able and willing to work a flexible full-time schedule, including evenings and weekends

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of at least three professional references to Charles Franklin, Assistant Head of School, at charles_franklin@landon.net.

Landon School is an independent school for boys in grades 3–12, located on a beautiful 75 acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1929, our mission is to prepare talented boys for productive lives as accomplished, responsible and caring men whose actions are guided by the principles of perseverance, teamwork, honor, and fair play.

Landon is a diverse community committed to creating an environment where boys are encouraged to strive, reach, and endeavor towards becoming their best selves. This is done through our teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty, and a robust co-curricular program.

Landon seeks a Lower/Middle School Counselor for grades 3-8. The primary responsibility of the counselor is to manage mental health and wellness issues for students, families, and faculty. The Counselor is also responsible for teaching Ethics lessons in the Lower School, assisting with the Health/Wellness course in the Middle School, and participating in the athletics program as a coach. The ideal candidate will also be interested in continuing to develop a series of parent-school partnership workshops. The counselor reports to the Heads of the Middle and Lower School.

The strongest candidates will have successfully counseled a range of needs among young men in a non-therapeutic environment and demonstrated a commitment to developing authentic relationships with students, families, and faculty. Also, s/he will be enthusiastic about working in an all-boys environment, support the school’s mission, and actively engage in the Landon community.

Applicants must have a master’s degree in the fields of social work and/or clinical psychology in addition to appropriate professional licensing credentials. Experience working in schools is preferred. This 10 month, full-time position begins August 20, 2020. Landon School offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including: health, dental and vision insurance, an attractive 403(b) retirement plan, professional development opportunities, free lunch and much more.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume, along with contact information for three professional references, to charles_franklin@landon.net. No phone inquiries please.

Landon School is an independent school for boys in grades 3–12, located on a beautiful 75 acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1929, our mission is to prepare talented boys for productive lives as accomplished, responsible and caring men whose actions are guided by the principles of perseverance, teamwork, honor, and fair play.

Landon is a diverse community committed to creating an environment where boys are encouraged to strive, reach, and endeavor towards becoming their best selves. This is done through our teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty, and a robust co-curricular program.

The Registrar works largely with all three academic divisions, but also partners with Admissions, Development, Business Office, and others on campus in managing and preserving student records and transcripts. The role also serves as the point person for transcript requests and education verification.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all permanent records (both physical and computerized) for Landon students grades 3-12 including data input and data management for courses, activities, and grades
• Ensure all historic records are carefully retained electronically
• Ensure student and family demographic data transitions seamlessly from Admissions portal into main database for all new students
• Update and correct all student and family demographic data during time of student’s enrollment at the school, partnering with the Development Office to ensure data is entered and maintained consistently across the School
• Support annual rollover of data from one year to the next and work with the Development Office to ensure accurate transition of data into Raisers Edge
• Maintain all student files with year-end reports, grades, comments, standardized test results, and/or other items in keeping with any records retention policy
• Work with divisions to generate grade reports at the end of every grading period for all three divisions, including working with faculty in the creation and verification process of these reports as needed
• Provide guidance on, and ensure compliance with, graduation requirements. Manage grade calculations for honor roll, final grades, and year-end awards
• Support the development of the general schedules for all three divisions in conjunction with Division administrators and work to address potential conflict
• Work closely with the Middle and Upper School division heads and assistants in the course request process, inputting student schedules/enrollment in course sections.
• Assist divisional assistants with withdrawals and transfers of students, updating the database to reflect changes in records
• Provide support to Database Manager with enrollment management for new students and maintenance/use of demographic data
• Provide data and administrative support to College Counseling Office
• Respond to request for transcripts and education verification
• Schedule standardized testing for all divisions and Advanced Placement testing, and find proctors as needed
• Work to ensure compliance with all state and association guidelines including overseeing the collection and coordination of data (calendars, policies, class information, etc.) from various areas of the School for MSDE and AIMS compliance reporting.
• Develop and implement long-term solutions for all permanent academic records management, including electronic retention of these all records, ensuring they are consistent with any records retention policy
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or experience

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree required
• Experience working with school databases and records management

Required skills and abilities

• Technological proficiency, including facility with Blackbaud, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), and other database experience
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a broad range of internal and external constituents
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and handle confidential information
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach
• Very strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and results oriented approach.
• Interest in and ability to create greater efficiencies in data systems
• Ability to formulate and ensure adherence to business practices to create uniformity and consistency of data

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume, along with contact information for three professional references, to charles_franklin@landon.net. No phone inquiries please.

Landon School, an independent school for boys in grades 3-12 , located on a beautiful 75-acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Our mission is to prepare talented boys for productive lives as accomplished, responsible and caring men whose actions are guided by the principals of perseverance, teamwork, honor and fair play.

Since its founding in 1929, Landon has encouraged boys to become their best selves with our commitment to a teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty and staff, and our robust co-curricular program.

Landon has an immediate opening for a full-time Security Guard to work daytime hours to help secure and protect a 75-acre campus. Reporting to the Security Manager, the Security Officer will ensure the safety and security of students, families, staff and visitors by monitoring and controlling access to campus, greeting and welcoming visitors, assisting with school events and activities, securing buildings, and more. A successful candidate should be customer service focused, have strong verbal communication skills, is able to adhere to and execute all security protocols, and can react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. 

Requirements 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Knowledge of security operations and safety practices at a school or business 
• Basic computer skills needed at access and respond to emails or find information on Landon’s website 
• Valid driver’s license  
• Commercial driver's license strongly preferred 

Landon offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation. Send resume and cover letter to: max_webber@landon.net