Lower School Homebase Associate Teacher

Lower School Homebase Associate Teacher )

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Riverdale Country School
, a Pre‑K through Grade 12 independent all‑gender school in New York City, is dedicated to inspiring students to live meaningful, purpose‑driven lives. The school fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, and curiosity, supported by a diverse and inclusive community. Riverdale emphasizes both high challenge and high support, encouraging interdisciplinary learning, research, and experiential education inside and outside the classroom. This holistic approach develops well‑rounded individuals prepared to make a positive impact.

Riverdale strives to reflect the diversity of the New York metropolitan area: a student body of ~1,300 from 117 zip codes; 48% identify as students of color.

We seek educators with a student‑centered approach, passion for their work, a commitment to DEIB, and a desire to contribute to our entire community.

Associate Teachers are early‑career educators, typically employed for up to three years. They work alongside a Head Teacher to support a home‑base class for the entire year, primarily through small group or 1:1 instruction, while also having opportunities to lead full‑group lessons. As full‑time faculty, they participate in grade‑level teams, collaborating on planning, instruction, and assessment tied to student learning. They receive ongoing professional development to strengthen foundational teaching practices and support future career paths.

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree (preferred with experience working with younger learners and completed coursework in a related field).
• Commitment to collaboration, open‑mind, positive disposition.
• Dedication to supporting a diverse and inclusive community.

Base pay range: $50,000.00 / yr – $62,000.00 / yr. The exact salary is determined by teaching experience on our Associate Teacher scale.

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• Transportation: Shuttle service to/from 242nd St / Broadway subway and other transit hubs. Shuttle to Henry Hudson Parkway / 246th St for Manhattan buses.
• Professional Development: Generous budget for conferences, skills training, onsite training (mindfulness, coaching, DEIB).
• Grants and Stipends: Eligible for Frankel Fellow grants (“passion grants”) and various stipends for coaching, affinity groups, club advising, trips.
• Sabbatical: Eligible after 10 years of employment.
• Health Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance; flexible spending account for health expenses.
• Retirement: Defined Contribution plan via TIAA; 7% employer match.
• Vacation: Generous time‑off policy beyond the school calendar.

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Not Applicable

Full‑time

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education

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