Lower School Art Associate Teacher (2027-2028)

Riverdale Country School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation shuttle service

Professional development budget

Frankel Fellow grants

Sabbatical after 10 years

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with 7% employer match

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

Riverdale Country School, a Pre-K through Grade 12 independent school in New York City, seeks an Associate Teacher in Lower School Art. You will work alongside a Head Teacher, supporting students through small-group or 1:1 instruction and occasionally leading full-group lessons.

You will join the Art team for planning, instruction, and assessment related to student learning. The role offers ongoing professional development, with a maximum tenure of three years, and a pathway to future

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Master's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students through small-group or 1:1 instruction.
• Occasionally lead full-group lessons.
• Collaborate with the Art team on planning, instruction, and assessment linked to student learning.

Skills

Collaborative

Elementary-aged experience

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

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 and purpose-driven lives. The school achieves this by fostering a culture of academic excellence, critical thinking, and curiosity, supported by a diverse and inclusive community. Riverdale emphasizes both high challenge and high support in its approach to education, encouraging students to engage deeply in interdisciplinary learning, research, and experiential education, both inside and outside the classroom and beyond our campuses. This holistic approach aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to make a positive impact on the world.

At Riverdale, we strive to reflect the diversity of the New York metropolitan area in our students, faculty, and staff. We believe that a diverse and inclusive community enriches the educational experience and is integral to our mission. With a student body of approximately 1,300 students from 117 different zip codes, Riverdale is a vibrant community where 48% of our students identify as students of color.

We seek to employ educators and leaders who bring a student-centered approach, passion for their work, a commitment to DEIB, and a desire to contribute to the growth and development of our entire school community.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Associate Teachers at Riverdale are members of a cohort program designed for individuals who are in the early stages of their careers as educators. Associate Teachers work alongside a Head Teacher and play an important role in the experience of our students and colleagues.

Lower School Art at Riverdale has classes of approximately 20 students and this strong teacher-to-student ratio supports faculty in cultivating deep relationships and a sense of belonging for each child. Our Art program focuses on opportunities to develop creativity and expression alongside a set of artistic skills to enhance visual communication.

Associate Teachers are predominantly involved in supporting students through small-group or 1:1 instruction. On occasion, they also have the opportunity to lead full-group lessons as well. As full-time faculty members, Associate Teachers are also members of the Art team that engage in frequent collaboration related to planning, instruction, and assessment directly connected to student learning.

In addition to the intensive and hands-on teaching experience, Associate Teachers also receive ongoing professional development. These opportunities are geared toward strengthening foundational teaching practices as well as supporting individuals in their pursuit of future career opportunities. Associate Teachers may remain at Riverdale a maximum of three years and are supported in their pursuit of other opportunities beyond their time at the school.

Required Qualifications:

Faculty members are expected to engage in all aspects of work with an open mind, a positive disposition, and a commitment to collaboration. Additionally, Riverdale seeks candidates who are dedicated to supporting a diverse and inclusive community. A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required for the position. Preference is given to individuals with prior experience working with elementary-aged students as well as a master's degree in a related field of study.

$50,000 - $62,000 a year

Benefits of Full Time Work at Riverdale Country School

Working at Riverdale Country School is a purposeful and meaningful career choice that comes with many benefits including:

Transportation: Shuttle service is available to/from the 242nd St / Broadway subway station. Limited stops are also available near transit hubs in Manhattan including the Metro North Harlem Station and subway lines – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, A, B, C, and D. If there is need in the community, we can also run a shuttle from the Henry Hudson Parkway / 246th St bus stop which connects to the #7, #10, and Express Buses to/from Manhattan.

Professional Development: A generous professional-development budget provides for conferences, skills training, and onsite training in areas such as mindfulness, coaching, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Grants and Stipends: All employees are eligible for Frankel Fellow grants, known as “passion grants,” which pay for enrichment activities. More than 120 grants have been made to faculty and staff since the program started in 2014. Stipends are available for coaching, affinity group facilitation, advising clubs with significant out-of-school time, and chaperoning trips (including global trips!).

Sabbatical: Full time teaching faculty are eligible for a sabbatical after 10 years of employment.

Health Benefits: Riverdale offers and subsidizes health, dental, and vision insurance. In addition, the school offers a flexible spending account through which employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses.

Retirement: Employees are eligible to join our Defined Contribution retirement plan through TIAA. The school contributes 7% of an employee's annual salary to their retirement account.

Vacation: Riverdale Country School has a generous time-off policy for staff in addition to vacations afforded by the school calendar.