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The Buckley School seeks faculty members who are well-trained in their discipline and care deeply about the growth and development of boys. Candidates should be committed to contributing to the development of each student and to the School both inside and outside of the classroom. Qualifications vary depending upon the position. The Buckley School seeks teachers with varied interests and talents outside their classroom subject to add to the overall strength of our program.
Buckley believes in offering professional development opportunities for its teachers and staff members to learn both from their colleagues as well as from formal programs held outside the School. New Buckley teachers are afforded the opportunity to participate in an extensive orientation process that introduces them to the School, its culture and traditions. In addition to introductory meetings with department heads, administrators and the full staff in the late summer and early fall, faculty members are paired with mentor teachers who support and guide them through their first year at the School.
Buckley believes in offering professional development opportunities for its teachers and staff members to learn both from their colleagues as well as from formal programs held outside the School. New Buckley teachers are afforded the opportunity to participate in an extensive orientation process that introduces them to the School, its culture and traditions. In addition to introductory meetings with department heads, administrators and the full staff in the late summer and early fall, faculty members are paired with mentor teachers who support and guide them through their first year at the School.
Current Openings:
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Class IV Homeroom Teacher
Title: Class IV Homeroom TeacherDivision: Lower SchoolFull or Part-Time: Full timeStart Date: July 1, 2023Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 (commensurate with experience)The Buckley School, an all boys K-9 school, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking a Class IV Homeroom Teacher.
The position includes teaching Ancient History (Egyptian, Greek and Roman), English (literature, grammar, Oral English and writing) and Math. The Homeroom component includes group time for discussion, an annual class play, daily recess, lunch and study hall.The candidate must be comfortable collaborating with colleagues and be able to efficiently organize and manage the classroom.The preferred candidate will have:- 3-5 years of teaching experience in grades 3-5
- A Master’s Degree
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong technology skills are essential.
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please put “Class IV Homeroom Teacher” in the subject line. No calls please.The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body. -
Lower and Upper School Spanish Teacher (Classes IV-VI)
Title: Spanish TeacherDivision: Lower and Upper School (4th - 6th grade)Full or Part-Time: Full timeStart Date: July 1, 2023Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience)Job Summary:The Buckley School, an all-boys K-9 school located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking an outstanding Spanish teacher in the fourth, fifth, and sixth grades. Buckley students begin Spanish studies in first grade and continue through ninth grade, offering excellent preparation for language study in secondary school and beyond.By fourth grade, instruction is primarily in Spanish, with a balanced focus on learning to speak, read, write, and understand the language while building knowledge and appreciation of the Spanish language and Hispanic and Latinx culture.The Spanish and French programs are part of the school’s outstanding World Language department, which strives for all students to attain communicative proficiency upon graduation.Duties/Responsibilities:- The successful candidate will recognize the unique opportunities afforded by an all-boys educational context, in addition to having a demonstrated passion for this content, this age range, and the art and science of teaching and learning.
- They will collaborate closely with colleagues within and across grade levels; collegiality and adaptability are essential qualities.
- Buckley’s teachers are vibrant, diverse, and dedicated to their students. They take part in the whole life of the school and take joy in fostering the development of young boys. Hosting student clubs, serving as advisors, and having family-style lunch with students are all hallmarks of the program and part of the faculty experience.
Required Skills/Abilities:- The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of Spanish teaching experience and a passion for language education.
- They should have an in-depth knowledge of the Spanish language and best practices for effective instructional approaches.
- The ability to foster a love of learning the Spanish language in a joyful and rigorous classroom is paramount.
- Excellent writing, academic technology, and communication skills are vital.
- An undergraduate degree in Spanish or a related discipline, and a master’s degree in Spanish, the teaching of Spanish, or a related field, are preferred, though candidates with relevant experience and who don’t match that degree profile will be considered.
How to Apply:To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please put "Spanish Teacher" in the subject line. No calls please.The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body. -
Lower School Art Teacher
Title: Art TeacherDivision: Lower School (Grades (1-3)Full or Part-Time: Full timeStart Date: July 1, 2023Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience)The Buckley School seeks a teacher with a passion for art education and a strong collegial nature to share a new state-of-the-art studio with the Middle/Upper School art teacher and create age-appropriate curricula.While transmitting a passion for the arts and excelling in art instruction with young boys, the preferred candidate will work well with parents on the art committee, co-supervise the hanging and display of a school-wide annual art exhibition, and create attractive wall displays during the School throughout the academic year.The preferred candidate will have at least 3-5 years of teaching experience, preferably in independent schools, and a Master’s Degree in Art or Art Education.To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please put “Art Teacher” in the subject line. No calls please.The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body. -
Lower School Assistant Teacher
Title: Assistant Teacher
Division: Lower School
Full or Part-Time: Full time
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 (commensurate with experience)
The Buckley School, an all boys K-9 in New York City, is seeking full-time Lower School Assistant Teachers for the upcoming academic year.
Assistant Teachers are an integral part of Buckley’s Lower School, working with the Head Teacher in each Kindergarten through 3 rd Grade homeroom. Our Assistant Teaching program
allows teachers to stay and train under Head Teachers for two years.
Responsibilities include:- Collaborating with the Head Teacher to plan, prepare and teach lessons in math, language arts and social studies.
- Actively participating in daily classroom management.
- Communicating regularly with the Head Teacher about the students’ academic progress and their social/emotional growth.
- Teaching a reading group.
- Supporting the Head Teacher in preparing written reports for each student twice a year.
- Participating in biweekly divisional faculty meetings
- Participating in biweekly Assistant Teacher meetings
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Desire to learn how to teach in primary grades
- Have an ability to work collaboratively with mentor teachers and assistant peer group
- Strong communication skills both in writing and speaking
- Proficiency in Gmail, Google Docs
- Organizational skills
The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body. -
Upper School English and History Teacher (Potential English Department Chair)
Title: Upper School English and History Teacher (Potential English Department Chair)Division: Upper SchoolReports to: Peter Simpson, Director of the Upper SchoolFull or Part-Time: Full timeStart Date: July 1, 2023Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience)Job Summary:The Buckley School, an all-boys K-9 school located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking an outstanding English and history teacher in the seventh, eighth, and ninth grades. The Buckley School’s vibrant English and history programs stand out for their depth, pace, rigor, and excellent preparation for success in secondary school. Graduates of the program are sought after by secondary schools for their strong writing skills, command of grammar and syntax, and thoughtful contributions to their humanities classes.Duties/Responsibilities:- The successful candidate will recognize the unique opportunities afforded by an all-boys educational context, in addition to having a demonstrated passion for this content, this age range, and the art and science of teaching and learning.
- They will collaborate closely with colleagues within and across grade levels; collegiality and adaptability are essential qualities.
- This position could also include serving as a homeroom teacher in the Upper School. The homeroom teacher position entails oversight of group time, daily recess, lunch coverage, study hall, and a class play.
- Highly qualified candidates for this position will also be considered to serve as Buckley’s next English Department Chair.
- Faculty at Buckley also take part in the whole life of the school. Hosting student clubs, serving as advisors, and having family-style lunch with students are all hallmarks of the program and part of the faculty experience.
Required Skills/Abilities:- The preferred candidate will have at least 3-5 years of English teaching experience with a track record of helping students grow as scholars, writers, and thoughtful school community members.
- Demonstrably in-depth knowledge of English content and pedagogy is paramount, and experience teaching history is ideal but not required.
- Excellent writing, academic technology, and communication skills are vital.
How to Apply:To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please put "English and History Teacher" in the subject line. No calls please.The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.
Please submit a cover letter and résumé via e-mail to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please put the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.
The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.
