Employment
The Town School offers faculty and staff competitive salaries and benefits, a collegial and supportive work environment, and significant support for professional development. We seek educators who view their work as a calling, who work hard and are dedicated to their students, and who expect to continue to grow as professionals. Our ideal staff members have a flexible, team-oriented approach and a clear understanding of how their work supports the school's mission.
Town Faculty and Staff benefits include (for full time employees)
- Medical and dental coverage for employees; partial subsidy towards family medical coverage with choice of plan
- Optional flex spending, 403b plans
- Pension plan
- TransitCheks, qualified parking, and computer loan program
- Long and short term disability and life insurance, plus the option for supplemental insurance at group rates
- Additional benefits such as discounted health club membership, discounted Verizon personal wireless service for employees, and complimentary lunch
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 Douglas Brophy, Head of School at employment@townschool.org.
Employment Opportunities
Resumes and inquiries are welcome at any time; our main hiring season takes place in early Spring for the following school year.
Lower School 1st Grade Co-Head Teacher
The Town School, a nursery through 8th Grade school of 350 students on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, seeks an experienced elementary school teacher. Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student, and all members of the community are guided by our school motto, “Joy with Purpose.”
Town seeks a 1st Grade Co-Head Teacher for the 2023-24 school year. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $111,500.*
Major Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively and professionally with co-teacher, grade-level, divisional, and school-wide colleagues for curriculum planning, student support, and mentoring
- Actively partner with parents and Guidance team to closely monitor and support student progress
- Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children • Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration • Contribute constructively to all faculty discussions and continue to grow professionally (i.e. conferences, in-service training, current literature)
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years teaching experience in an elementary setting required
- Experience with TC Readers/Writers Workshop, Fundations, TERC Investigations, Contexts for Learning, Imaginative Inquiry
- Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning • Experience differentiating instruction to best support students
- Supportive of Town’s mission and values, and a demonstrated commitment to the aspirations in our school’s Statement on Diversity, Inclusion and Equity • Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, empathy, discernment, strong organization skills, and a good sense of humor
- Commitment to continued professional development
- Advanced degree
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.
* Base salaries do not reflect additional compensation based on degree level, stipends, and years of service beyond step 20 on the salary scale.
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 David Andrew Wood, Head of Lower School at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls please.
Upper School Math Teacher
Beginning August 28, 2023
The Town School is a 110 year-old 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, “Let there be joy in learning,” guides all members of the community. We are committed to equity and inclusion, creating a school community where all have a sense of belonging. Town students graduate as well-rounded emerging scholars and citizens who are articulate, resilient, morally responsible, and committed to a path of lifelong learning.
We now seek an experienced middle school educator (specific grade levels to be determined) for the 2023-2024 school year, building on our history of excellence and collaborating with our accomplished faculty. The salary range for this position is $64,000 - $115,000.*
Responsibilities:
- Teach four sections of Math
- Co-lead a grade homeroom and advise a group of students
- Work collaboratively and professionally with subject area, grade-level, divisional, and school-wide colleagues for curriculum planning, student support, and mentoring
- Actively partner with parents and the Upper School Student Support team to closely monitor and support students’ progress
- Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual students
- Partner with grade-level and department colleagues regarding Town’s Math curriculum
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration
- Serve as a full community member by attending meetings, participating in committees, and volunteering for various duties to supervise students
- Contribute constructively to all faculty discussions and continue to grow professionally (i.e., conferences, in-service training, current literature)
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related field preferred
- Three years of teaching experience in a middle school setting preferred
- Experience with Connected Math Project, Illustrative Mathematics and/or Desmos a plus
- Experience incorporating technology in support of students’ learning
- Supportive of Town’s mission and philosophy
- Love of children and belief in their potential
- 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
- Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor
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.
Candidates should send a letter of interest, resumé, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Carol Seeley, Head of Upper School, at employment@townschool.org.
* Base salaries do not reflect additional compensation based on degree level, stipends, and years of service beyond step 20 on the salary scale.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Town School is strongly committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion or religious practices, color, gender, including gender identity/expression, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, creed, citizenship status, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic predisposition, status as a domestic violence or stalking victim, caregiver status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable state, federal, or local laws.