Employment at Wye River
Wye River is an independent, college preparatory school serving bright students with learning differences. Students who learn differently discover through innovation, develop with rigor, and celebrate the strengths at Wye River Upper School while preparing for success in college, career, and life.
To learn more about our school community and vision click here.
Wye River is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse candidates of all backgrounds. Wye River Upper School values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, or ethnic origin.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please submit a resume and cover letter to our
Assistant Head of School, Nicole Sophocles, nicolesophocles@wyeriverupperschool.org
Current Openings
Director of Development
Position Description:
Wye River Upper School is now reviewing applications for a talented and innovative science educator. We are looking for a candidate who is committed to cultivating an exceptional academic experience for students with learning differences. This educator is a collaborator in an
innovative and dynamic educational community. The candidate of choice applies a growth mindset both personally and professionally; they inspire others to do the same through optimism flexibility and teamwork. The selected candidate should have a desire to contribute to the school
community by sharing their passions and participating in school functions, professional development, field trips, and other special activities.
Science Teacher
Position Description:
Wye River Upper School is now reviewing applications for a talented and innovative science educator. We are looking for a candidate who is committed to cultivating an exceptional academic experience for students with learning differences. This educator is a collaborator in an
innovative and dynamic educational community. The candidate of choice applies a growth mindset both personally and professionally; they inspire others to do the same through optimism flexibility and teamwork. The selected candidate should have a desire to contribute to the school
community by sharing their passions and participating in school functions, professional development, field trips, and other special activities.
Middle School Science Teacher
Position Description:
We are searching for a Science Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. This science teacher will have classes for 8th and 9th grade science with a scientific inquiry curricular theme. The specific content type will be determined by the hired teacher’s area of expertise and interest (physical, biological, etc.), and, at times, electives of their choosing. This may include honors and regular level instruction and the ability to run related labs. There is some flexibility in courses taught by this instructor depending on areas of expertise, including physical science, inquiry science and other related science courses. The teacher will coordinate with the high school science program and may have the flexibility to teach an upperslevel clas, as well.
School Counselor
Position Description:
This position is responsible for providing support and guidance to students, families, teachers, and staff and addressing systemic social and emotional issues that arise in the community. All faculty/staff are expected to work towards Wye River Upper School's mission.
Position Description:
This position is responsible for providing support and guidance to students, families, teachers, and staff and addressing systemic social and emotional issues that arise in the community. All faculty/staff are expected to work towards Wye River Upper School's mission.
American Sign Language Teacher, Part-time
Position Description:
We are searching for a part-time American Sign Language Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. This course has the option of being taught from a remote location or on-site. This teacher will have one class of introductory students, American Sign Language 1 with the goal of adding additional classes during the 2023-2024 school year as we build this new addition to our school program.
Substitute Teachers
Wye River Upper School seeks qualified substitute teachers in a variety of subject areas. Must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and pass a criminal background check. Competitive hourly pay. Send resume and cover letter to Nicole Sophocles, Assistant Head of School, at nicolesophocles@wyeriverupperschool.org.
Boys' Soccer and Girls' Volleyball Coaches
Wye River School seeks additional boys' soccer coach and a girls' volleyball coach for the current season. Anyone interested should contact Ron Vener, Athletic Director, at ronvener@wyeriverupperschool.org or at 410.758.2922.