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Career Opportunities

As faculty and staff openings occur, they will be posted here. We can never predict when we will have openings so please send your resume and cover letter to apply regardless of openings.

The hiring process typically involves a phone interview, onsite visit that includes a tour of the campus, interviews with the hiring team, and a demo lesson. We try our best to make hiring decisions in a timely manner.

The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color.

Working at Churchill

The Churchill School and Center is located at 301 East 29th Street in the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan. Several grocery stores, restaurants, a movie theater, a Target, and other businesses dot the area and provide a lively atmosphere to the neighborhood. The 6 Train is located nearby as well as several bus lines, including Limited Bus routes.

The Churchill School and Center offers a full package of benefits including discounted lunch plans, healthcare plans, dental and vision plans, health savings accounts, disability income benefits and life insurance, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, retirement accounts, and maternity and paternity leave. 

Additionally, Churchill offers various professional development opportunities throughout the year, both onsite and off. New staff is provided with a week-long orientation that gives an overview of learning disabilities and our approach to learning disabilities education. For more information about see our Professional Development section.

Open Positions at the Churchill School and Center

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

  • Education Technology Specialist (2021-2022 School Year)

    Position Summary

    The Churchill School and Center is seeking an Educational Technology Specialist to work primarily in the Elementary and Middle School. This is a full-time, 10-month position that begins immediately. The Technology Teacher reports to the Director of Technology, and works closely with the Educational Technology Coordinator, faculty, students, and administration to support and enhance the use of technology in the classroom. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
    • Work collaboratively with faculty to integrate technology into curricula to enhance instruction and learning
    • Teach technology classes
    • Work one-on-one with students in need of training in assistive technology
    • Develop and lead professional development sessions for faculty
    • Train students, faculty, and administration to use available software and hardware
    • Keep up to date with current trends in technology in schools
    • Attend regular planning meetings with teaching teams and provide technology updates and extension ideas
    • Investigate innovative technologies and applications for implementation in the classroom
    • Meet regularly with technology team  
    Possibilities
    • Develop an after-school program in robotics, 3D design/printing, and/or other topics
    • Collaboratively examine and develop future technology curriculum
    • Spearhead the expansion of our Makerspace program

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate is organized, thoughtful, and possesses the strong interpersonal skills necessary to assist students and faculty members. They should have experience with macOS, iOS, and Google Apps for Education, and experience developing and leading professional development sessions for faculty. They are flexible and open to learning new skills and able to adapt to the changing nature of technology in schools. 

    A bachelor’s degree and classroom experience are required. Experience with students with learning disabilities and NYS teaching certification are preferred.

    Qualified and interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to techjob@churchillschoolnyc.org
     
    Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.


    Mission Statement
    The Churchill School and Center, a K-12 coeducational college-preparatory day school, is dedicated to working collaboratively with students, educators, and families to help children with language-based learning disabilities realize their full potential. By building upon their strengths, we provide a rigorous program that teaches children perseverance, resilience, and the importance of self-awareness and self-advocacy. We prepare our children to become courageous, confident, productive, and caring people who will embrace the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Tolerance, respect, and active engagement are hallmarks of our intentionally diverse community. The Churchill School and Center recognizes its responsibility to the wider educational community and is committed to remaining a leader in its field.

  • Physical Education Head Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview
     
    The Churchill School and Center, a K – 12 school for students with language bases learning disabilities, is seeking a certified Physical Education teacher to teach across the Elementary, Middle and High School divisions.   Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and an understanding of and work within the field of special education to best understand language-based learning needs.  Physical Education professionals at Churchill coach the extracurricular teams each season.  
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values.
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    • Have a passion to bring fresh ideas and insights to our program to enhance the experience for all of our students and professionals.
    • Open to learning new ideas, systems, formats, and be eager to apply them to teaching techniques.
    Qualifications
    The ideal candidate will have…
    • BA or BS Degree Required(Degree in Physical Education, Special Education or related field preferred)
    • MA or MS Degree Preferred(Degree in Physical Education or Special Education related field preferred)
    • NYS Teacher Certification
    • Three or more years of classroom experience building positive and appropriate relationships with young students.
    • Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective teaching strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities.
    • Familiarity with Smartboards, Google Drive, and technology in the classroom.
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of special education.
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills and a sense of humor.
    How To Apply
    Interested applicants should send:
    • Current resume and relevant certifications
    • Cover letter 
    • References
    in PDF format to peresume@churchillschoolnyc.org.  Candidates should make sure to outline all experiences relative to the position.  Furthermore, Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.  Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.
     
    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin ancestry or any other characteristic.  Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • Elementary School Speech & Language Pathologist

    Position Summary and Overview

    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking an elementary school Speech & Language Pathologist for hire. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
    • Work collaboratively with the elementary school team including teachers, other related service providers and specialists to plan and implement services related to our students’ curriculum, units of study, projects and activities
    • Support students by providing expert service in both pull-out and push-in settings
    • Assess student progress and participation
    • Communicate often with parents 
    • Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, speech department meetings and the IEP process 
    • Seek improved methods of service through professional development opportunities

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will have...
    • Candidates are required to have a NYS License, ASHA Certification and a TSSLD
    • Experience providing speech and language services to elementary school aged children 
    • Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective service strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities
    • Familiarity with Smartboards, Google Drive, and technology
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of special education
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor

    How to Apply

    Interested applicants should send:
    • Current resume;
    • Cover letter and;
    • references 
    in PDF format to: esresume@churchillschoolnyc.org. Candidates should make sure to outline all experiences relative to the position. Furthermore, Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • Middle School Assistant Teachers

    Position Summary and Overview 
    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking assistant teachers for various grade levels in the middle school division.  Middle school assistant teachers are assigned to a specific content area.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values 
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
    • Work collaboratively with cooperating Head Teacher and other related service providers and specialists to plan and implement units of study, lessons, assignments, projects & activities 
    • Support students by scaffolding in-class assignments, tasks and projects 
    • Assess student work and participation 
    • Seek improved methods of teaching through professional development opportunities 
    Qualifications 
    The ideal candidate will have... 
    • BA or BS Degree (Degree in Secondary Education, Special Education or related field preferred) 
    • Experience working with, mentoring, supervising and/or building positive relationships with middle school aged children 
    • Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective teaching strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities 
    • Familiarity with Smartboards, Google Drive, and technology in the classroom 
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of special education 
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor 
    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to msresume@churchillschoolnyc.org ?and state the position “Middle School Assistant Teacher” in the subject line. 

    Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens. 

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge,  national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • Middle School Head Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview

    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a 6th Grade Head Teacher in the middle school division. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
    • Work collaboratively with cooperating teacher and other related service providers and specialists to plan and implement units of study, lessons, assignments, projects & activities
    • Teaching multi-subject classes, specifically math and English
    • Develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and tools for students to become independent learners
    • Support students by scaffolding in-class assignments, tasks, and projects
    • Assess student work and participation
    • Track student’s work and progress
    • Potentially serve as an advisor to a cohort of students
    • Seek improved methods of teaching through professional development opportunities
    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will have... 
    • MA or MS Degree (Degree in Secondary Education, Special Education or related field preferred) 
    • Experience working with, mentoring, supervising and/or building positive relationships with middle school aged children 
    • Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective teaching strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities 
    • Familiarity with Smartboards, Google Drive, and technology in the classroom 
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of special education 
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor 
    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to msresume@churchillschoolnyc.org with “6th Grade Head Teacher” in the subject line.
     
    Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • High School Assistant Science Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview

    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a High School Science Assistant Teacher for 12th Grade Multidisciplinary Science.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
    • Support with planning science curriculum, lessons, and assignments
    • Support with attendance each period
    • Support with maintaining gradebook
    • Support with writing student progress reports
    • Work collaboratively with team members
    • Support students by 
      • Scaffolding in-class assignments, tasks and projects
      • Developing critical thinking, problem solving skills and tools to become self advocates and productive learners
      • Utilizing multimodal methods of teaching
    • Assess student work and participation
    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will have...
    • BA or BS Degree in an area of science (A Masters in Science Education, Special Education or related field is helpful but not required)
    • Knowledge of and interest in science
    • Experience building positive and appropriate relationships with people
    • Familiarity with technology 
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of education
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor

    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to hsresume@churchillschoolnyc.org

    Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • High School Assistant Social Studies Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview

    The Churchill School and Center is seeking a High School Social Studies Assistant Teacher. 

    An Assistant Teacher works closely with the Head Teacher to achieve the instructional/educational goals of the classroom.  The Assistant consults with and supports the Head Teacher on daily lesson planning, the monitoring, and assessment of student progress and the management/supervision of students in class, halls, and throughout the building.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s Mission Statement and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
    • Support Head Teacher by
      • planning curriculum, lessons, and assignments
      • grading student work and participation
      • taking attendance each period
      • maintaining website with course documents and assignments
      • tracking students' work and progress and maintaining records 
    • Support Students by
      • developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and tools to become independent, college-bound learners
      • providing extra-help 
      • breaking-down / scaffolding assignment
    The ideal candidate has… 
    • a BA in education, history or social studies (liberal arts majors welcome)
    • knowledge/interest in Global Studies, US History, Civics and Economics (or personal finance)
    • classroom experience or experience building positive, appropriate relationships with teens 
    • knowledge/experience working with students with learning disabilities
    • experience with smartboards, GoogleDrive, and technology in the classroom
    • interest in becoming a head teacher and/or pursuing career in (special) education
    • patience and organization
    How to Apply
    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens. 

    Send in a PDF format to hsresume@churchillschoolnyc.org. 
    (SUBJECT LINE: Social Studies) 

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • High School Assistant Math Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview
    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a High School Assistant Mathematics Teacher.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values.
    • Abide by all applicable policies, procedures, and rules established by the school and as specified in the Churchill Staff Handbook.
    • Support the head teacher with taking attendance each period, grading assignments, and the planning of math lessons and assignments.
    • Contribute to the school’s professional learning community in accordance to the highest professional standards of the teaching profession.
    • Work collaboratively with faculty members.
    • Assist with preparation of student progress reports and IEPs.
    • Attend professional development workshops provided by the school.
    • Support students by 
      • scaffolding in-class assignments, tasks and projects
      • helping them develop critical thinking, problem solving skills, and tools to self-advocate and be productive learners
      • utilizing multimodal methods of teaching
    Qualifications
    The ideal candidate will have...
    • BA or BS Degree in an area of mathematics (a Master’s degree in Education, Special Education or a related field is helpful but not required)
    • Knowledge of and interest in high school mathematics up to the Calculus level
    • Experience building positive and appropriate relationships with people
    • Familiarity with using a Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator 
    • Interest in professional career development in the field of education
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor
    How to Apply
    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens. Send in a PDF format to hsresume@churchillschoolnyc.org

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

  • High School Assistant English Teacher

    Position Summary and Overview

    The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a High School Assistant English Teacher beginning mid-August 2021 for the 2021-2022 school year.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
    • Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
    • Work one-on-one with students who need extra help
    • Support with planning curriculum, lessons, and assignments
    • Provide administrative support in the classroom such as taking daily attendance, updating gradebook and class website
    • Work collaboratively with team members
    • Support students by scaffolding in-class assignments and projects and developing critical thinking, problem solving skills and tools to become self-advocates 
    • Assess student work and participation

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will have...
    • BA Degree in English or Education (And Masters in English Education, Special Education or related field is helpful but not required)
    • Experience building positive and appropriate relationships with people
    • Familiarity with educational technology 
    • Interest in professional development in the field of education
    • Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor
    Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to hsresume@churchillschoolnyc.org

    Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

    The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

Mission Statement

The Churchill School and Center, a K-12 coeducational college-preparatory day school, is dedicated to working collaboratively with students, educators, and families to help children with language-based learning disabilities realize their full potential. By building upon their strengths, we provide a rigorous program that teaches children perseverance, resilience, and the importance of self-awareness and self-advocacy. We prepare our children to become courageous, confident, productive, and caring people who will embrace the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Tolerance, respect, and active engagement are hallmarks of our intentionally diverse community. The Churchill School and Center recognizes its responsibility to the wider educational community and is committed to remaining a leader in its field.

Contact Us

The Churchill School and Center • 301 E 29th St • New York NY 10016 • (212) 722-0610 
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