Working at Norwood

List of 8 items.

• Assistant Director of Admission

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
   

  Norwood’s child-centered education and its very intentional emphasis on being a happy place of learning create an environment where each individual child is loved, nurtured, challenged, and truly known. As a result, children flourish at Norwood. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth-grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well-prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world. 
  
  

  Norwood has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Assistant Director of Admission, who will join the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management in managing all aspects of recruitment and admission for Norwood School. The Assistant Director of Admission must exhibit excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and written and oral communication skills, demonstrate a natural marketing instinct, and possess the following qualities and attributes: enthusiasm, creativity, initiative, confidence, humor, and commitment to excellence. Given the online nature of the admissions and communication processes, the candidate must also possess strong computer skills and be tech-savvy.  
  
  

  Essential job functions include: 

  • Communicating Norwood's mission and vision to prospective parents, prospective students, educational consultants, and feeder school representatives 

  • Supporting annual admission goals, in accordance with the School’s mission to increase representation of socio-economically, geographically, racially, culturally, and socially underrepresented populations in the student body, based on enrollment goals set by the Board of Trustees 

  • Partnering with the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management to build a long-term admission strategy and office goals aligned with the School for each admission year 

  • Supporting the needs of the office as necessary to ensure a competitive applicant pool and mission-appropriate student body 

  • Interviewing and touring prospective families 

  • Organizing and attending special events such as open houses, fairs, and welcoming receptions 

  • Managing all aspects of the annual Family Information Update 

  • Preparing and printing flyers for prospective parents 

  • Developing marketing materials, mailings, and publications, including but not limited to email newsletters, new student directories, admission brochures, and other publications as assigned 

  • Serving as an ambassador for the School for both internal and external constituency groups 

  • Overseeing the Middle School Student Ambassador Program 

  • Overseeing the Summer Family Playdates Program 

  • Writing and distributing monthly admission pipeline newsletters for prospective families 

  • Fulfilling duties as assigned by the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management 

  The Assistant Director of Admission is a full-time, 12-month staff position, benefits-eligible. An appreciation for Norwood School's commitment to academic and personal excellence, values, and diversity is essential. An undergraduate degree is required. Previous admission experience is highly preferred. 

   

  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume as one document in pdf format to Alex Ragone, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management, at  aragone@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please.  

    

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

   

• Director of Admission & Enrollment Management

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
  
  

  Norwood’s child-centered education and its very intentional emphasis on being a happy place of learning create an environment where each individual child is loved, nurtured, challenged, and truly known. As a result, children flourish at Norwood. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world.
  
  

  Norwood has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Director of Admission and Enrollment Management beginning July 1, 2026. This position leads an Associate Director of Admission and an Assistant Director of Admission in managing all aspects of recruitment and admission for Norwood School. The Director of Admission and Enrollment Management must exhibit excellent interpersonal, leadership, organizational, collaborative, and written and oral communication skills, demonstrate a strong marketing expertise (particularly in the area of digital marketing), and possess the following qualities and attributes: enthusiasm, creativity, initiative, confidence, humor, and commitment to excellence. Due to the online nature of admission and communication work, the candidate must also possess strong computer skills and be tech savvy.
  
  

  The Director exercises strategic and data-driven thinking, leadership, creativity, marketing and administrative skills to develop and implement, in collaboration with other key administrators, a strategic enrollment plan for the School with the goal of maintaining capacity enrollment of qualified students.

  
  Essential job functions:

  • Provide overall leadership for the process of attracting, enrolling, and retaining students including oversight of the admission process from point of inquiry to enrollment.
  • Establish annual admission strategy, in alignment with the School’s mission, to meet enrollment targets and other identified goals.
  • Manage enrollment/retention in close connection with the Head of School, Division Heads, and Director of Finance and Operations.
  • Inspire all constituencies of the school community—alumni, trustees, faculty, staff, students, and parents—to promote the School and to participate in the student recruitment and retention processes.
  • Ensure that all prospective families have a positive experience and favorable impression of Norwood throughout the admission process.
  • Work in collaboration with the Director of Communications to adhere to brand identity guidelines and messaging in all admission materials and content.
  • Manage analytics and data to inform admission marketing decisions and programs.
  • Understand the culture and climate of the School and the broader educational landscape.
  • Update and maintain all admission publications and the admission presence on the website.
  • Plan and organize recruitment events including open houses, fairs, and other gatherings for potential applicants.
  • Maintain and present statistical and trend data related to admission, enrollment, and diversity to the Head of School, Board of Trustees, Administrative Team, and faculty.
  • Keep administration and faculty informed with respect to all admission issues and needs.
  • Oversee admission committee process and manage selection of new students.
  • Serve on the Administrative Team.
  • Assist the Head of School with other duties as assigned.

  The Director of Admission and Enrollment Management is a full-time, 12-month, benefits-eligible position. An appreciation for Norwood School’s commitment to academic and personal excellence, values, and diversity is essential. Previous admission and marketing experience required. Ravenna, Clarity, and Blackbaud database experience highly preferred.
  
  

  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Matthew Gould, Head of School, at mgould@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please.

  
  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Fifth Grade Teacher (English, Social Studies, & Advisory)

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment that continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.

   

  Norwood’s child-centered education emphasizes creating a happy place of learning where each child is loved, nurtured, and challenged. Ensuring each child is truly known, we recognize diversity as essential to supporting educational excellence and are dedicated to fostering a sense of dignity, belonging, and understanding across our community. As a result, children flourish at Norwood as we tend to both hearts and minds. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth-grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world. 

   

  Norwood has an opening for an experienced, dynamic fifth-grade English   and social studies teacher beginning in the 2026-2027academic year. Curricular and programmatic responsibilities for this position include teaching reading/language arts, social studies, and advisory. Successful candidates will work closely with other teachers on the fifth-grade team to cultivate grade-wide connectedness, plan and teach lessons, report on student progress, communicate with other parents, and perform various duties associated with being a full-time faculty member.
  
  

  Strong applicants will have experience designing and implementing reading/language arts and social studies curricula, a demonstrated commitment to cultural competency and to cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, child-centered community. Additional qualifications include excellent communication skills, flexibility, organization, a sense of humor, and a love for working with young adolescents.

   

  Ideally, applicants should have three to five years of working with middle school aged students. Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Mike Risen, Associate Head of School and Head of Middle School, at mrisen@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please. 

   

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

   

• Pre-Kindergarten Co-Teacher

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 38 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
  
  

  Norwood’s child-centered education and its very intentional emphasis on being a happy place of learning create an environment where each individual child is loved, nurtured, challenged, and truly known. As a result, children flourish at Norwood. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth-grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world.
  
  

  Norwood School is seeking an experienced, dynamic Pre-Kindergarten Co-Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. Strong applicants will have demonstrated experience in early elementary instruction, a deep awareness and understanding of academic and social-emotional early child development, and experience working in a co-teaching format. Additional qualities include a philosophical commitment to child-centered instruction and strong communication skills. Hands-on, inquiry and play-based teaching experience are core to Norwood’s program. This position will report directly to the Head of the Lower School and commence on August 1, 2026.
  
  

  Ideally, applicants will have at least 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher working with four- and five-year-old children. Ability and interest in team teaching are a must. Additional qualifications include excellent communication and organizational skills, flexibility, intelligence, sense of humor, and a demonstrated love for working with young children and their families.
  
  

  Bachelor’s degree required. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Fielding Winters, Head of Lower School, at fwinters@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please.
  
  

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Third Grade Homeroom Teacher

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.

   

  Norwood’s child-centered education emphasizes creating a happy place of learning where each child is loved, nurtured, and challenged. Ensuring each child is truly known, we recognize diversity as essential to supporting educational excellence and are dedicated to fostering a sense of dignity, belonging, and understanding across our community. As a result, children flourish at Norwood as we tend to both hearts and minds. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth-grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well-prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world.

   

  Norwood has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Third Grade Homeroom Teacher starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. Successful candidates will have experience developing the academic and social-emotional growth of students within the upper elementary age range. In this position, the teacher leads instruction in reading, language arts, math, and social studies, and in general pro-social homeroom curriculum. Competitive applicants will have experience in both phonics instruction and developing reading comprehension, as well as strong writing skills and experience supporting students through the writing process. Prior experience with the Bridges in Mathematics curriculum is preferred. Strong candidates will have demonstrated experience in highly collaborative instructional environments. 

   

  Applicants for the Third Grade Homeroom Teacher position must have at least three years of experience working with students in upper elementary grades. Strong applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education with a child-centered pedagogy. Additional qualifications include excellent communication skills, flexibility, a sense of humor, and a love for working with children.

   

  Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Fielding Winters, Head of Lower School, at fwinters@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please.

   

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• After Care Program Staff

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school sits on 38 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
  
  

  Norwood’s child-centered education and its very intentional emphasis on being a happy place of learning create an environment where each individual child is loved, nurtured, challenged, and truly known. As a result, children flourish at Norwood. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth-grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world.
  
  

  Norwood is seeking fun-loving, energetic, and dependable After Care Staff who love working with children (ages 4-14) and are available to work "after school" hours (M-F, 2:00-6:00 p.m.). Additional hours may be offered on days when school is out (ie: professional days, parent-teacher conferences, etc.). The position offers competitive compensation and an excellent work environment. Norwood’s After Care Program is a play-based, teacher-guided program promoting healthy social and emotional development of young children in a child-centered environment.

   

  Qualified candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have at least 1-2 years of experience working with children in a childcare or summer camp setting as a teacher or group leader.
  
  Additional qualifications include:

  • Must be Maryland School Age Childcare Teacher qualified (possessing the 90-hour school age certification or the equivalent of approved school-age coursework), or hold an associates or bachelor’s degree (with transcripts) in Early Childcare Education (ECE).
  • Demonstrated skills establishing effective relationships with staff, parents, and children
  • Patience and flexibility
  • Classroom management skills
  • Strong work ethic and communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Reliable transportation

  Essential functions include:

  • Provide care and oversight to students during activities such as indoor and outdoor play, arts and crafts, cooking, daily snack distribution and cleanup, and homework support for students in grades 3-8 (as needed).
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for students in collaboration with team members.
  • Work collaboratively with the After Care Program Director to provide a consistent approach in supporting each child’s developmental needs.
  • Maintain health and safety standards that promote high quality care for young children as prescribed by the Maryland Department of Education’s Office of Child Care.

  Successful candidates will be required to maintain first aid and CPR certifications and participate annually in required CEU training approved by the Maryland Department of Education’s Office of Child Care. In addition, candidates must meet the licensing requirements set forth by the State of Maryland’s Office of Child Care and other regulatory agencies, including a pre-employment medical exam. A State of Maryland and FBI background check will also be performed.
  
  If you are interested in applying, please contact Quiana Piggee, Director of After School Program, at qpiggee@norwoodschool.org.

   

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  
  
  

• Weekend Security Staff

  Weekend Security Staff

   

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion and cultural competence.

   

  Norwood is seeking a reliable individual to join our security team. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, monitoring premises/parking during rentals and providing assistance as needed. 

   

  Requirements:

  • Interfacing with renters/strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Must be available Saturdays and flexible for additional hours

  If you are interested in applying, please contact Mike Whalen, Director of Security, at mwhalen@norwoodschool.org.

   

  Join us in ensuring the safety and security of our school community!

   

  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Lower School and Middle School Substitute Teachers, Grades PK-8

  Founded in 1952, Norwood School is a coeducational, independent day school with approximately 450 students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The School sits on 40 beautiful and expansive acres in Bethesda, Maryland, less than six miles from Washington, D.C. As one of the finest PK-8 schools in the country, Norwood sets the bar high and is committed to educating the whole child in a diverse, student-centered, challenging, and nurturing environment, which continually promotes equity, inclusion and cultural competence.

   

  Norwood’s child-centered education emphasizes creating a happy place of learning where each child is loved, nurtured, and challenged. Ensuring each child is truly known, we recognize diversity as essential to supporting educational excellence and are dedicated to fostering a sense of dignity, belonging, and understanding across our community. As a result, children flourish at Norwood as we tend to both hearts and minds. They love learning; they are creative and critical thinkers. They are confident in who they are, and they feel safe taking risks. They are kind and caring people, who, fueled by our motto, How you lead your life matters, make helping others a priority in their lives. At the end of their eighth grade year, our graduates leave Norwood exceptionally well prepared for high school and empowered to make positive contributions to our world.

   

  Substitute Teacher Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with a background in education or child development
  • Love of elementary- and middle-school age children
  • Solid understanding of child development
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to be "on-call" for both short-term and long-term positions
  • Dependable, responsible and reliable
  • Sense of humor
  • Strong conflict resolution skills
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and flexible
  • Three years of consistent teaching, preferred

  
  Application and Hiring Procedure:
  Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter, and three professional references to:

   

  Lower School (Grades PK-4):

  Fielding Winters

  Head of Lower School

  Email: fwinters@norwoodschool.org

   

  Middle School (Grades 5-8):

  Mike Risen

  Associate Head of School & Head of Middle School

  Email: mrisen@norwoodschool.org

  
  If you are interested in substituting school-wide, please indicate so in your cover letter and send it to either contact. Norwood School requires that all individuals undergo and pass a full fingerprinting, background check, and verification of employment procedure.

  
  Norwood School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.