Careers at City and Country School
City and Country School, nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, offers a vibrant and supportive environment for educators. As a coeducational independent school catering to children from ages 2 through 8th grade, we foster a culture of responsibility and community from the very start. Our innovative curriculum encourages hands-on learning through group activities like block building and collaborative projects, instilling a sense of curiosity and exploration early on.
Teaching at C&C is a creative process that aims to foster every child's innate curiosity and imagination. Our educators, recognized for their expertise and dedication, engage actively with students, guiding them to ask probing questions and undertake meaningful research. By nurturing imaginative thinking, problem-solving skills, and decision-making abilities, we empower students to delve deeper into their studies and discover new perspectives.
Our commitment to a social-studies driven, interdisciplinary approach ensures that learning is both comprehensive and relevant. We uphold values of respect—for children, the collaborative process, and the diverse communities we serve—which form the bedrock of our educational philosophy.
City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.
Current Available Opportunities
| Science Teacher (VIs-Xs) |
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Job Description
The Science Teacher reports to the LS and MS Division Directors and is an integral part of the C&C faculty. The VIs to Xs (1st - 5th Grade) Science Teacher approaches science instruction with an interdisciplinary approach, finding authentic ways to connect science understandings to students’ social studies. Our teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow.
Responsibilities
- Encouraging lifelong scientific inquiry and exploration for students
- Develop, revise, and teach 1st through 5th grade science curriculum using a progressive approach
- Collaborate with Group Teachers, Specials Teachers, and Division Heads to find ways to integrate instruction with other curricular subjects, namely Social Studies
- Maintain an equitable and inclusive learning environment
- Communicate effectively and establish strong working partnerships with families, students, colleagues, and administrators
- Organize and participate in trips/experiences which support science concepts, including an overnight trip
- Care for science lab pet(s)
- Write reports and conduct Parent/Teacher conferences
- Attend weekly Staff Meetings (Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Science Education, or related field required, Masters degree in Education preferred
- NYS Teacher Certification a plus
- 3-5 years working experience teaching science with a progressive approach
- Developmental knowledge of and experience with elementary aged children
- Experience developing and revising science curriculum with an integrative approach
- Willingness to work in close collaboration with colleagues and children
- Familiarity with project-based, experiential teaching and lesson development
- Commitment to creating a culture of equity and inclusion
- Effective classroom management skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
This position has a salary range of $69,705 - $131,029 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This full-time bargaining unit position is in-person five days per week at the school’s campus in Manhattan’s West Village.
City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.
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| MS Shared Associate (VIIIs-Xs) |
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Job Description
The Middle School Shared Associate Teacher (3rd - 5th Grade) reports to the Division Director and Associate Division Director and is an integral part of the teaching faculty. The Middle School Associate Teacher partners on instruction with an interdisciplinary approach, finding authentic ways to connect course materials to student’s understandings of social studies. Our Teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Group Teacher in encouraging lifelong thinking and exploration for students through various avenues for developing and consolidating skills in mathematics, writing, reading, and group problem solving.
- Assist students and teachers across the grade level with curriculum planning, library conferences, field trips, small group and whole group classroom instruction four days per week.
- Collaborate with Group Teachers, Specials Teachers, Specialists, and Division Heads to find ways to integrate instruction with other curricular subjects, namely social studies and Jobs programs.
- Assist the Group Teacher in maintaining an equitable and inclusive learning environment.
- Communicate effectively and establish strong working partnerships with families, students, colleagues, and administrators.
- Assist the Group Teacher in writing reports and conducting Parent/Teacher conferences.
- Assist the Group Teacher in providing curriculum updates to Learning Specialists in supporting ongoing education.
- Attend weekly Staff Meetings (Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.) and monthly or bimonthly Associate Meetings
- Float between Middle and Upper School classrooms, as needed, one day per week.
- Manage Morning Yard duties (M-F 8:00-8:30 a.m.) one to two times per week.
- Substitute for cooperating teachers as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Education or related field, or working towards a Masters Degree in Education
- Prior teaching experience and/or professional field experience is preferred
- Desire for professional development and interest in pursuing a teaching career
- Developmental knowledge of and experience with elementary aged children
- Experience developing and revising curriculum with an integrative approach
- Willingness to work in close collaboration with colleagues and children
- Familiarity with integrated, experiential, progressive education
- Commitment to creating a culture of equity and inclusion
- Open to feedback and growth around effective classroom management skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
This position has a salary range of $54,376 - $59,081 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This full-time bargaining unit position is in-person five days per week at the school’s campus in Manhattan’s West Village.
City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.
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| Lower School Associate Teacher (IVs-VIIs) |
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Job Description
The Lower School Associate Teacher reports to the applicable Division Director and is an integral part of the teaching faculty. The Lower School Associate Teacher partners on instruction with an interdisciplinary approach, finding authentic ways to connect course materials to students’ understandings. Our teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Group Teacher in encouraging lifelong thinking and exploration for students through various open-ended materials: blocks, paint, clay, paper, wood, sand, and water.
- Assist the Group Teacher in developing, revising, and teaching of Lower School curriculum (Nursery through Second Grade).
- Collaborate with Group Teacher, the Student Support Team, Specialists, and Division Director to find ways to integrate instruction with other curricular subjects, namely social studies.
- Assist the Group Teacher in maintaining an equitable and inclusive learning environment.
- Communicate effectively and establish strong working partnerships with families, students, colleagues, and administrators.
- Assist the Group Teacher in writing reports and conducting Parent/Teacher conferences.
- Assist the Group Teacher in providing curriculum updates to Learning Specialists in supporting ongoing education.
- Attend weekly Staff Meetings (Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.) and monthly Associate Meetings
- Substitute for cooperating teachers as needed.
Requirements
- Desire for professional development and interest in pursuing a teaching career
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Education or related field or pursuing a Master’s degree in Education
- Prior teaching experience and/or professional field experience preferred
- Developmental knowledge of and experience with early childhood and elementary age children
- Willingness to work in close collaboration with colleagues and children
- Familiarity with integrated, experiential, progressive education
- Experience developing and revising curriculum with an integrative approach
- Commitment to creating a culture of equity and inclusion
- Effective classroom management skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
This position has a salary range of $54,376 - $59,081 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This full-time bargaining unit position is in-person five days per week at the school’s campus in Manhattan’s West Village.
City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.
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| Part Time Lower School Associate Teacher (IIs-IIIs) |
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Job Description
The Part-Time Lower School Associate Teacher reports to the applicable Division Director and is an integral part of the teaching faculty. The part-time Lower School Associate Teacher partners on instruction with an interdisciplinary approach, finding authentic ways to connect course materials to students’ understandings. Our teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Group Teacher in encouraging lifelong thinking and exploration for students through various open-ended materials: blocks, paint, clay, paper, wood, sand, and water.
- Assist the Group Teacher in developing, revising, and teaching of Lower School curriculum (Nursery through Second Grade).
- Collaborate with Group Teacher, the Student Support Team, Specialists, and Division Director to find ways to integrate instruction with other curricular subjects, namely social studies.
- Assist the Group Teacher in maintaining an equitable and inclusive learning environment.
- Communicate effectively and establish strong working partnerships with families, students, colleagues, and administrators.
- Assist the Group Teacher in writing reports and conducting Parent/Teacher conferences.
- Weekly Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-1:00 p.m., plus Wed. 1:00-3:30 p.m. prep and meeting time
- Attend weekly Staff Meetings, Wed. 3:30-5:30 p.m.
- Attend twice-monthly Associate Meetings Tues. 8:00-8:30 a.m.
- Substitute for cooperating teachers as needed.
Requirements
- Experience working with young children, 2 years - 3 years old
- Desire for professional development and interest in pursuing a teaching career
- Developmental knowledge of and experience with early childhood age children
- An associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Willingness to work in close collaboration with colleagues and children
- Familiarity with integrated, experiential, progressive education
- Commitment to creating a culture of equity and inclusion
- Effective classroom management skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
This position has a salary range of $32,626 - $35,449 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This part-time (24 hours/ week) bargaining unit position is in-person five days per week at the school’s campus in Manhattan’s West Village.
City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.
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