The Churchill School and Center

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, resturants, 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

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

Elementary School Science Teacher
Position Summary and Overview

The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking an elementary school Science Teacher to complete a maternity leave replacement from December 2020-mid March 2021.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
- Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Plan science curriculum, lessons and assignments
- Take attendance each period
- Maintain class websites with course descriptions, pictures, etc.
- Write student progress reports
- Work collaboratively with team members
- Support students by
- Assess student work and participation
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have...
- BA or BS Degree (and MA or MS degree preferred) (Degrees in Elementary Education, Special Education or related field preferred)
- Knowledge of and interest in general science
- 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
Interested applicants should send a current resume, references, and a cover letter outlining all experience relative to the position. Send in PDF format to esresume@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.
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.
Middle School Assistant Art Teacher
Position Summary and Overview
The Churchill School and Center, K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking a full-time Middle School Art Assistant Teacher for immediate hire. The Assistant Teacher position involves teaching in collaboration with the Middle School Art Head Teacher in grades 6, 7, and 8. Assistant Teachers must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree. They should also have a strong desire to work with middle school students, a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with a team, and should be comfortable working in a variety of media including drawing, painting, and ceramics. Candidates with experience and those in the process of obtaining a Master's Degree in Special Education or a relevant content area are given preference. Assistants must also possess a New York State Teaching Assistant Certification or be willing to obtain one.

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 Art 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.

Churchill Mission
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.