Employment

Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Charles River School students have learned to use both inquiry and creativity to build practical skills, discover new interests, and take responsibility for themselves, their communities, and the future. With a deep history and commitment to social justice, the school offers students in PreKindergarten through eighth- grade a global curriculum grounded in thematic, hands-on teaching and learning. CRS classes are small, learning is personalized, and teachers are accessible. The faculty and staff at Charles River School are exceptionally talented, diverse, active individuals concerned with the development and education of the whole child.

Reports to:
Director of Development
This is a 15-20 hour per week position, through July 2025

A Day in the Life of a Development Office Assistant…
On any given day, you might find the Development Office Assistant
● Process all gifts we receive by entering gift information into our database, maintaining
tracking spreadsheets, and preparing documentation for the Finance office.
● With an eye for detail, prepare and track acknowledgement letters, and process
handwritten thank-you notes for major donors in a timely manner.
● Prepare for committee meetings by preparing and printing documents.
● Create name tags for events and updating database information.
● Do a variety of administrative tasks in support of the Development office.

● Greet families and visitors at the front desk and answer phone calls.
Key Responsibilities
● Gift Entry and Donor Database Management: Assist in maintaining and updating donor records, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.
● Communication Support: Help prepare and send out newsletters, invitations, and thank-you notes, as well as assist with other development-related correspondence.
● Event Assistance: Administrative preparations for development events.
● Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the development
team, including organizing files, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.
● Miscellaneous Tasks: Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall
goals of the Development Office.
● Front Desk Duties: Greet families, vendors, and visitors with a friendly demeanor.
Answer phones, manage inquiries, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.

Qualifications
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional and welcoming
demeanor.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with donor management software is a plus.
● A focus on handling confidential information with discretion.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
● Prior experience in an administrative or customer service role is preferred but not
required.

Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please use “Development Assistant” as the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a Director of Extended Day Programs. The Director oversees all after school enrichments as well as our Extended Day Program (EDP) for PreK – eighth grade. In addition, the Director oversees full day childcare for certain school vacation days, and parent teacher conference days. The Director is responsible for hiring and supervising a staff of two to three part-time employees. 

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, understand the developmental needs of children from ages 4-13, and have excellent communication skills with children and adults. The Director of Extended Day reports to the Associate Head of School. This is a part time, 10 month position.

Position Description

• 10 month position
• Reports to the Associate Head of School
• The programs offered during the year will influence the Director’s schedule.  Hours on campus will be from 1-6pm, Monday-Friday during the school year. 

The Director of Extended Day Programs will

• Develop, market, schedule, and oversee the CRS Extended Day Program 
• Hire, coordinate, and supervise additional extended day school enrichment programming without outside “vendors” 
• Devise and manage the registration process for prospective students
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise a cadre of competent and properly trained teachers and staff members to organize and facilitate the Extended Day Program ensuring that all instructors perform their duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Create and monitor all safety and health programs for the CRS Extended Day Program.
• Schedule regular meetings of EDP staff and instructors to evaluate, develop, and implement instruction that reflects the vision of the school and meets optimal standards of safety.
• Provide staff performance evaluations and feedback.
• Monitor student progress and establish standards of student behavior to provide a productive environment and to ensure the optimal condition and safety of all equipment and facilities.
• Arrange for thoughtful communications with and events for the parents of the Extended Day Program.
• Create, maintain, and communicate all records, as required by the school, other schools, consultants, and professional associations.
• Work with the Director of Finance to develop a budget and to ensure the profitability of the program.
• Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to create print and online marketing materials for CRS Extended Day Programs, produce the online catalog of offerings, and generate enthusiasm for and promote the program’s success.
• Coordinate with the Director of Facilities and the Director of Technology to arrange for equipment needs.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Assuring a safe and supportive environment for all students and campers engaged in extended day programming
• Nurturing the family/school partnership through close communication with families and faculty and staff
• Efficient administration of all programs including student billing and financial management
• Collaborating with the Director of Marketing and Communications to coordinate programs with school calendar
• Possess an undergraduate degree
• Be well-grounded in early childhood, elementary, and middle school education and development

Professional and leadership qualifications

• Possess experience working with elementary/middle school students
• Have experience with program coordination
• Demonstrated commitment to community, equity, and inclusion in instructional practice, pedagogical approach, and hiring practices

Leadership and personal qualities

• Capacity to be innovative and creative in determining unique, mission-centric programs
• Have a deep sense of community and a strong understanding of Charles River School’s mission and progressive pedagogy 
• Detail oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Confidence, warmth, patience, and a sense of humor that complement Charles River School’s culture and values 
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer relations skills
• Ability to supervise and evaluate staff and build positive morale among staff
• Appreciate and enjoy working with children

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position and reports to the Associate Head of School. The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Charles River School employees enjoy a competitive employee benefits program including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan contribution, and long-term disability coverage. 

Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please include Extended Day in the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

Charles River School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Charles River School in Dover, MA, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for a Director of Facilities beginning in October 2024. Interested candidates should review the opportunity statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Madison Sunley, Recruiter at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at madison@dovetailedsourcing.com.

Charles River School Director of Facilities: https://bit.ly/3AIjzrD.

We are seeking an energetic elementary educator to serve as a substitute Grade One/Two co-teacher from mid November through the spring. The successful candidate will work with a co-teacher to plan and implement a multiage thematic curriculum that honors children’s developmental pace and includes language arts, math, science, and social-emotional skills.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Providing support to students in social, emotional, and academic areas
• Communicating with parents about classroom events and student progress
• Working collaboratively with early childhood teachers (PreK-2) to plan and implement curriculum and to share information about students

Essential Skills:

• Deep knowledge of child development
• Demonstrated commitment to community, equity, and inclusion in instructional practice and pedagogical approach
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and impeccable follow-through

Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please use “One/Two” as the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

CRS is seeking qualified candidates for occasional substitute teaching in all grades and subjects, with the greatest need being in Early Childhood classrooms and specialist classes like art and music. Significant classroom teaching experience is required. Interested individuals should send a resume to our Associate Head of School Elizabeth Clayton.

Elizabeth Clayton
6 Old Meadow Rd.
P.O. Box 339
Dover, MA 02030 eclayton@charlesriverschool.org

Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices.