Working at Norwood

List of 7 items.

• Second 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 Second Grade Homeroom Teacher starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. Second grade teachers at Norwood create and maintain a loving, nurturing, joyful, and child-centered learning environment in which children are challenged, encouraged, and supported. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working with their co-teacher to plan, instruct, and assess reading/language arts, math, and social studies in their homeroom; to integrate lessons about character throughout the curriculum; and to deliver differentiated instruction for a wide range of abilities and interests. Second-grade homeroom teachers also collaborate regularly with specialists who teach art, library, music, physical education, science, and Spanish. 

   
  Applicants for the position must have at least three years of experience working with students in lower elementary grades. A familiarity with Orton-Gillingham approach to phonics instruction is preferred. 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. 

   

• Part-Time Lower School Strings Teacher

  PART-TIME LOWER SCHOOL STRINGS 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 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 seeks a part-time Lower School Strings Teacher to join its Suzuki-inspired violin program for students in kindergarten through fourth grade. Working as part of a collaborative team with two other violin teachers and the Lower School Strings Program Coordinator, the successful candidate will teach beginning and intermediate violin students through a combination of weekly group classes and private lessons. The teacher will help students develop strong foundational technique, ensemble skills, and a lifelong appreciation for music while fostering a joyful and supportive learning environment. 

   

  The Lower School Strings Teacher communicates regularly with parents and homeroom teachers regarding student progress and collaborates closely with colleagues in the music department to support performances and other program activities. 

   

  Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree required; prior violin teaching experience preferred  

  • Interest in and familiarity with Suzuki violin pedagogy  

  • Ability to teach beginning and intermediate students in both group classes and private lessons  

  • Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage students in kindergarten through fourth grade  

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

  • Collaborative, flexible, and organized approach to teaching  

  • Willingness to assist with related program responsibilities, including instrument tuning, organization, and leading group activities

  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Moyna Daley, Lower School Strings Program Coordinator, at mdaley@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.  

• Middle School Security Staff

  Middle School Entrance 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 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 a part-time security staff member who manages the middle school entrance. Responsibilities include checking in visitors, ensuring students and staff sign in and out, answering the main phone line, assisting the middle school office staff as needed, and supporting campus wide security programming. While primarily stationed at the middle school entrance, tasks will require regular movement around campus. Two shifts are available: 7:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 12:00 -4:30 p.m.

  
  Qualified applicants have prior experience in customer service and/or security as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Mike Whalen, Director of Security, at mwhalen@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. 

• VAN DRIVERS (BEFORE AND/OR AFTER SCHOOL)

  VAN DRIVERS (BEFORE AND/OR AFTER SCHOOL)

   

  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 School is hiring part-time drivers to transport students between our Bethesda campus and cluster stops in Maryland and just over the Bethesda/DC line. The routes will consist of one to three stops. Our fleet contains minivans, transit vans, and 14-passenger buses, so a CDL is not required. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00-8:00 a.m. and 3:00-5:30 p.m. on school days. Drivers can be for morning and/or afternoon. Opportunities for additional hours may be available.

   

  A qualified candidate will provide a friendly and safe environment for students. They must be reliable, positive, and responsive. Candidates agree to follow school policies to create a consistent environment between time in school and on the bus. They must maintain confidential information regarding students and the school.

   

  Other duties may include:

  • Cleaning the vehicle’s interior as needed to maintain high standards 
  • Refueling, as needed
  • Inspecting the vehicle and reporting any issues to the Transportation Manager
  • Assisting with transporting vehicles to and from maintenance appointments

  A qualified applicant must maintain a clean driving record and pass a necessary background check. 

   

  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Mike Risen, Director of Operations, at mrisen@norwoodschool.org. No phone calls, please.

• 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.