Employment

Watkinson School, an independent day school serving students in grades 6-PG, offering inventive teaching to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a full-time Chief Financial and Operations Officer.

Applicants must possess enthusiasm for working in a dynamic environment, overseeing and directing the financial operations of the institution, and being directly involved in the operations of the school.

The CFOO is a critical part of the school’s leadership, working closely with the Head of School and the Board of Trustees.

The CFOO will work strategically in coordination with the enrollment management and development teams as the school envisions and implements the next stage in the school’s growth.

The CFOO will enter a lively and vibrant school where, according to recent surveys, 95% of alumni would recommend the school, 98% of current parents believe that the school supports their students’ social and emotional development, and 97% of current students say that teachers encourage them and treat them with respect.

This position provides an ideal opportunity for a creative problem-solver to help advance the mission of a leading progressive school, using their experience and successful track record in related work settings.

The CFOO at Watkinson School will have demonstrated success in financial analysis and management, budget formation, human resources and benefits management, and risk management.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and an MBA or other related advanced degree.

The CFOO will take on the following responsibilities:

I. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop financial strategy
• Develop budget
• Ensure compliance and risk management
• Oversee the school’s annual audit

II. Operational Leadership

• Direct oversight of business office, human resources, facilities, technology, campus dining, ancillary services, and supervisory responsibility for team members
• Manage Human Resources, payroll, school policies, and employee benefits
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations

III. Senior Leadership Participation

• Work closely with the Head of School to utilize accurate and relevant data in order to make informed decisions about employee compensation and benefits

Work with Head of School and Senior Leadership responsible for institutional vision and strategy

• Provide and utilize data for strategic visioning, institutional advancement, and development
• Serve as a key member of Senior Leadership

The CFOO will possess and utilize the following skills and dispositions:

• A commitment to collaboration across various levels of school leadership and constituencies
• A desire to bring shape and structure to goals regarding the school’s Development and Advancement plans
• An ability to move effectively between critical details and strategic visioning
• An ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with multiple constituencies
• A belief in and commitment to Watkinson’s mission and vision
• A sense of humor and enthusiasm for the work we do each day

Watkinson is an equal-opportunity employer and an open and affirming community that seeks candidates of diverse backgrounds. This 12-month position will start in spring 2026. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three references to cfoo@watkinson.org.

Watkinson School, offering inventive learning to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer to provide coverage for the School’s sports medicine program. This position provides athletic training services for all Upper and Middle School students (grades 6-12) and works under the direction of the Athletic Director to advance the needs of the school’s overall athletic program.

This is a temporary, part-time position (approximately 28 hours per week), which will begin sometime in March 2026 and have a duration of approximately 7 weeks. While this is a substitute role, the Athletic Trainer is a vital member of our community, responsible for the daily operation of the training room and on-site coverage for practices and competitions.

Responsibilities

• • Provide preventive care for student-athletes
  • Evaluate injuries, provide treatment, and develop rehabilitation programs

• Assess, treat, and manage concussions
• Maintain accurate medical records of students’ injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation
• Review student health records and consent forms in partnership with the school nurse and athletic department to assess eligibility
• Partner with the athletic department in developing severe weather plans and emergency action plans
• Maintain a clean, professional and welcoming training room
• Manage sports medicine inventory and budgetary items
• Prepare game sites for practice and competition
• Prepare medical kits for off campus competition
• Provide practice and game coverage of the middle school and high school athletic programs
• Train coaches and educate parents about preventive safety precautions regarding concussion, cardiac arrest, and heat illness
• Administer ImPACT concussion testing

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field
• NATABOC certification
• Current Connecticut state licensure * CPR/AED/First Aid certification required
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work in a self-directed setting

Other Preferred Qualifications

• CSCS, PES or other strength and conditioning-related certification
• Previous Middle/High School experience

Watkinson School is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds. Qualified candidates are encouraged to send a letter of interest, resume, and a minimum of three references to: athleticsposition@watkinson.org

Watkinson School, offering innovative teaching to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a summer-only, full-time First Aid Director for the SPHERE Program at Watkinson School, a non-profit, five-week, academic enrichment program. This summer, SPHERE will serve 60-70 Hartford and East Hartford youth entering grades 1-5.

The First Aid Director must be 21 years of age or older and possess both First Aid and CPR certification (see below for approved licensing organizations). The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of child development as well as a passion for meeting the health needs of the Program’s participants. They must also be committed to building trusting relationships with students, parents, and all SPHERE Summer Program staff and volunteers. They will do this by bringing to the position a sense of
professionalism, proactivity, and approachability as well as possessing strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

The First Aid Director’s responsibilities include:
● Administering first aid and prescribed medications as well as completing the medical log daily by documenting all camper visits and health-related incidents
● Maintaining all medical files for personnel and campers, informing staff of first aid arrangements, and stocking first aid bags for staff when necessary
● Providing health-related guidance to all staff during orientation week and throughout the Program
● When necessary, calling emergency services or the on-call doctor/APRN for medical support
● Adhering to the rules and regulations of the Office of Early Childhood, OEC for summer programs and camps

Documentation of First Aid and CPR certification is required. OEC-approved certification organizations are as follows:

First Aid
● American Red Cross
● American Heart Association
● National Safety Council
● American Safety and Health Institute
● Medic First Aid International, Inc.
● National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) Wilderness Medicine Institute- Wilderness First Aid, Advanced First Aid or First Responder

● Stonehearth Opening Learning Opportunities Inc., SOLO Wilderness First Aid
● First Aid Course approved for child care by OEC prior to January 6, 2016 (contact OEC for more information)

CPR
● American Red Cross
● American Heart Association
● National Safety Council
● American Safety and Health Institute
● Medic First Aid International, Inc.
● An organization using guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care published by the American Heart Association and International Liaison Committee of Resuscitation

OR one of the following:

● Physician with a current CT license (or physicians who are licensed in another state, whose standards are equivalent to or greater than those required in this state)
● Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, APRN with a current CT license
● Registered Nurse, RN with a current CT license
● Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN with a current CT license
● Emergency Medical Services Instructor, EMS-I with a current CT certification
● Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic, EMT-P with a current CT paramedic certification
● Emergency Medical Technician, EMT with a current CT certification
● Emergency Medical Responder, EMR with a current CT certification
● Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, AEMT with a current CT certification
● Athletic Trainer with a current CT license

Watkinson School is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds. This position commences on June 24th and concludes on July 31st and is a summer-only position. If
interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to: sphere@watkinson.org