Careers

The Town School is a coeducational Nursery through 8th Grade school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student, and our school’s motto, “Joy with Purpose,” guides all members of the community. We are committed to equity, teaching students to be inclusive, and to respect themselves and others. Students leave Town well-rounded, articulate, resilient, morally responsible, and committed to a path of lifelong learning. 

The Town School seeks an experienced, full-time Nursery and Lower school music teacher for the 2025-26 school year to work with students in Nursery 3 through 3rd grade. 

Major Responsibilities: 

• Teach all general music classes in grades N3, N4, K, 1, 2, and 3.
  • Direct all-school assembly vocal performances as needed 
  • Play Piano and teach songs as needed for Lower School Town Meeting
  • Serve as the piano accompanist for the Lower School Chorus
  • Serve as musical director, collaborating with the dance teacher and grade-level teaching teams for grade-level plays in grades K, 1, 2, and 3 
  • Help with the LS Talent Show, sponsoring students as needed 
• Work collaboratively and professionally with subject area, grade-level, divisional, and school-wide colleagues for curriculum planning, student support, and mentoring 
• Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children 
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration 
• Serve as a community member by attending student guidance and divisional meetings
• Contribute constructively to all faculty discussions 
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity and support of Town’s Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; demonstration of personal growth and accomplishment in this area preferred 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• Strong piano skills required 
• Understanding of and experience with Orff Schulwerk and/or Kodaly approaches 
• Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning 
• Passion for teaching young children 
• Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor 

Salary Range: $66,000-$113,300 based on experience (not including stipends for masters/PhD., or other stipended work) 
 

To apply: Unless otherwise noted, Applicants should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Janie Vance, Academic Dean at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls please.
 

The Town School, which serves children from nursery school through eighth grade, is currently seeking to fill the position of Maintenance Team Member for the 2024-2025 school year to assist in the oversight and maintenance of the school’s facilities. This position reports to the school’s Facilities & Security Director and will work closely with the Building Engineer and the entire Team in Blue. The Town School provides both a competitive salary and a robust benefits package. 

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the intricacies of maintenance, including the trades. A stand-out candidate will have project management and prior supervisory experience, along with professional certifications. In addition, the ability to collaborate, work within a team, demonstrate a commitment to equity, and interact effectively with multiple departments is a must. 

At Town we ask that all Faculty and Staff are:

• Committed to promoting and maintaining a collaborative work environment with inclusive decision-making processes
• Supportive of the Town’s mission and philosophy
• Able to demonstrate commitment to equity and is visibly supportive of the Town’s Statement on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
• Outstanding professional with characteristics of warmth, empathy, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor

Specific Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates working knowledge of custodial duties to ensure a daily clean and safe environment for students, faculty and staff
• Provide safe and organized storage for supplies, materials, and tools
• Create, maintain and monitor inventory of materials, supplies, and tools
• Work in conjunction with the Facilities & Security Director and maintenance staff to plan, schedule, and execute projects
• Event setup and breakdown
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards such as Fire, Building, OSHA, and DOH standards
• Ensures prompt response to maintenance requests initiated by faculty and staff
• Snow and other weather event cleanup
• Ability to perform additional duties as assigned that support the needs of the school
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, sheetrocking, painting, and woodworking preferred

Basic Responsibilities:

• Has a working knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to the job function
• Supports a sustainable workplace
• Practices good stewardship, ownership, and care in the maintenance of facilities
• Flexible and enthusiastic regarding change; persistent in overcoming obstacles to change 
• Demonstrates an ability to think and act independently while exercising good judgment and taking the initiative to solve problems
• Proposes innovative ideas and methods to improve, expand knowledge and develop professionally

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience:

• Valid Driver's License
• 2-3 years of maintenance staff experience required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to pass a federal background check
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• A familiarization with all local, state, and federal regulations governing schools preferred  or the demonstrated ability to acquire such knowledge
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred
• Fitness Certificate F01 Fire Guard for Impairment, or must obtain within three months of hire
• Fitness Certificate F03-04 Indoor/ Outdoor Assembly Safety Personnel, or must obtain within three months of hire 

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here represent those that an employee must meet or encounter to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, handle or feel for objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. In addition, this position requires an employee to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift over 100 pounds. This job’s specific vision abilities include distance, color, peripheral, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Town aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community and, therefore, strongly encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 (position is eligible for over-time) with a generous benefits package

To apply:  Unless otherwise noted, applicants for all positions should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Elisa Román at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls, please.

The Town School, which serves children from nursery school through eighth grade, is seeking to fill the position of Security Staff Member. This position reports to the school’s Facilities and Security Director and is responsible for the safety and security of the school’s property, guests, students, faculty, and staff. 

The ideal candidate should understand the logistics associated with emergency response, conflict management, and collaboration with city agencies. The competitive candidate will have demonstrated the ability to cultivate positive relationships with all members of the Town Community. Finally, the ability to collaborate, work within a team, demonstrate a commitment to equity, and interact effectively with multiple departments is a must. 

At Town we ask that all Employees are:

• Committed to promoting and maintaining a collaborative work environment with inclusive decision-making processes
• Supportive of Town’s mission and philosophy
• Able to demonstrate commitment to equity and is visibly supportive of Town’s Statement on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
• Outstanding professional with characteristics of warmth, empathy, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor

Specific Responsibilities:

• Front Desk/Security Coverage
  • Monitor and assist with the flow of students, families, and visitors entering and leaving the building.
  • Support incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate party
  • Assist with emergency management drills
  • Respond to onsite emergencies and liaise with first responders as needed
  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of ID cards
  • Assist with background checks for new employees as required by the City and State of New York
  • Receive, create, and maintain daily reports 
  • Manage incoming and outgoing mail and packages
• Student Arrival / Dismissal
  • Aid with directing bus and car traffic for student arrival and dismissal
• Public Assembly Safety Personnel
  • Pre-event safety inspection ensure clear egress and safety
  • Regular safety  inspection during events to ensure clear egress and safety

Qualifications:

• Prior Security or site management experience preferred
• Experience in a school, non-profit, or similar organization is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends 
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• New York State Security License
• Fitness Certificate F01 Fire Guard for Impairment 
• Fitness Certificate F03-04 Indoor/ Outdoor Assembly Safety Personnel 

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 (position is eligible for over-time) with a generous benefits package

Town aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community and, therefore, strongly encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

To apply:  Unless otherwise noted, applicants for all positions should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Elisa Román at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls, please.

The Town School is seeking a Clubhouse Associate to serve as an active leader in our after-school program. The person in this role will be part of a team of supervisors facilitating programming such as art projects, story time, board games, outdoor recess, and snacks between 2:00pm and 6:00pm. The Clubhouse Associate will be a reliable part of the auxiliary team, enjoy working with primary-aged children, and is willing and able to support student safety and social-emotional needs during their shift.

At The Town School we:

• Are committed to promoting and maintaining a collaborative work environment with inclusive decision-making processes
• Are supportive of Town’s mission and philosophy
• Are able to demonstrate commitment to equity and is visibly supportive of Town’s Statement on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

Responsibilities:

• Supervise Town Clubhouse students
• Enforce Clubhouse processes and procedures
• Support a safe and engaging environment of fun programming
• Communicate any student conflicts or behavioral issues with the Director each day
• Support admin paperwork associated with Clubhouse on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a teacher, camp counselor or general working with children aged 4 to 12.
• At least 18 years of age
• CPR & First Aid certification is preferred but not required.
• An outstanding professional with characteristics of warmth, empathy, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor
• Ability to be cleared to work with children in an education setting by the State of New York

Clubhouse Associate positions are compensated at an hourly rate based on experience: $17-$25/hour. Programming runs Monday through Friday from 2:00-6:00pm. There is schedule flexibility for the right candidate.

Town aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community and, therefore, strongly encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

To apply: Unless otherwise noted, applicants for all positions should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Monica Masterson at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls, please.

The Town School, a Nursery through 8th Grade co-educational school of 335 students on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, seeks substitute teachers on-site on an as-needed basis for the 2024-25 school year. Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student, and all members of the community are guided by our school motto, “Let there be joy in learning.” 

$175 for full day  

Major Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with co-teacher, grade-level, divisional, and school-wide colleagues
• Support the academic program by covering classes in a teacher’s absence
• Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children
• Help students transition from one activity to another
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and administration
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Heads of Nursery-Kindergarten- , Lower-, and Upper School and the Academic Dean

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience in a preschool and elementary setting 
• Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning
• Passion for teaching young children

Town aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community and therefore strongly encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

To apply:  Unless otherwise noted, applicants for all positions should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to employment@townschool.org. No phone calls please.