Employment Opportunities

Please click on the desired category to view position details: 

Openings for 2013-2014

Middle School Head Teacher

The academic team is seeking a middle school head teacher with a start date of August 1, 2013.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: jobs@stevenscoop.org

Physical Education Teacher

The academic team is seeking a physical education teacher for 1st-8th grade.

  • Teach cognitive concepts about motor skills and fitness
  • Observe and inform students of corrective measures necessary for skill and improvement
  • Instruct students on importance of regular amounts of appropriate physical activity now and throughout life
  • Assess the skill level of students and provide differentiated instruction for various ability groupings
  • Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness
  • Explain and enforce safety rules governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of sports and exercise equipment
  • Maintain order among students
  • Document attendance, grades and other records
  • Confer with parents or guardians, teacher and administrators to report on students’ progress
  • Bachelor’s degree required, strong written and verbal skills

The start date is August 1. Please send a cover letter and resume to: jobs@stevenscoop.org.

Facilities Manager

Start date: immediate 

This person will be responsible for the operations, maintenance, cleanliness, and overall care of our four buildings which encompass approximately 60,000 square feet. Facility Manager should have a background knowledge and/or experience in facility care and maintenance. This individual will carry out and perform facilities-care functions with expertise while also maintaining a strategic disposition toward facility improvements/enhancements and long-term care. This is a 12 month position. Facility manager is a member of the leadership team and directly reports to the head of school. Responsibilities also include but are not limited to:

 

  • Developing/maintaining/executing all safety and security procedures, policies, and drills 
  • Overseeing all projects related to summer facility work, construction and facility additions/modifications
  • Acting as primary liaison to all landlords
  • Co-leading the Board Space committee and required to plan and execute an approved facilities budget
  • Oversight of custodians and regular work progress updates in all buildings
  • Overseeing warrantees, maintenance contracts, and maintenance/janitorial needs
  • Creation/oversight of maintenance and facilities reporting system
  • Placing orders related to furniture, fixtures, and equipment in conjunction with the business office and academic team members
  • Oversight of set-up/breakdowns for events and meetings
  • Reviewing and informing facility strategic plan
  • Transportation management of furniture, supplies, etc. between buildings
  • Candidates should be organized and possess strong communication/interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or related degrees in building management, construction, engineering, architecture, etc. expected.
  • Prior school facility management experience is strongly preferred

Please submit a cover letter and resume to sergio@stevenscoop.org. 

Openings for Summer 2013

Summer Programs Assistant Director


This person will be responsible for most of the day to day operations of one of our buildings under the supervision of the Director. This includes programs, teacher supervision, parent questions and office responsibilities.

-Must be available June 17th-August 9th as well as other open house, tour and orientation dates.
-Bachelor’s degree required
-At least four years experience working in a camp setting and/or in teaching children ages 4–11
-Excellent communication skills (both phone and e-mail)
-Creativity, flexibility and enthusiasm
-Demonstrate ability to develop creative activities
-Standard First Aid and CPR certification or equivalent or willingness to obtain
-Adept at incorporating Stevens Cooperative School's philosophy and progressive education tenants into camp program
-Candidates should be organized and prior administrative experience is a plus

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Day Camp Head Teachers


Seeking head teachers to work with children in K-4th grade (Stevens Day Camp) or PreK 3s & 4s (Little Stevens Day Camp). Bachelors degree, experience with children in PreK-4th grade and at least one year of teaching experience required.

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Day Camp Assistant Teachers


A perfect position for student teachers and current college students, Stevens is seeking assistant teachers to work with children in K-4th grade (Stevens Day Camp) or PreK 3s & 4s (Little Stevens Day Camp).  Experience working with elementary aged children required.

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Specialty Classes Head Teachers

Seeking head teachers to teach one-week specialty classes to students in K-8th grade. Candidates must have experience in the chosen specialty class area: 

Week of 6/24:
Filmmaking

Week of 7/8:
sports
drawing/painting
computer animation
kids science

Week of 7/15:
science for kids
forensic investigation
digital photography
engineering
kids drama

Week of 7/22:
kids art
chemistry
archaeology
website design

Week of 7/29:
jewelry design 
product creation and marketing

Week of 8/5:
culinary
aviation
computer game design


Specialty Class Assistant Teachers

 

Seeking assistant teachers for specialty classes for students in K-8th grade. 

A perfect position for student teachers and current college students. Experience working with elementary aged children required. 

Each specialty class runs for one week during the summer.  Refer to our summer programs page to view the schedule of classes.  Individuals may assist in more than one class if they do not run concurrently.

 

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org


 

Recreation Specialist


Seeking a recreation specialist to work with children in K-4th grade. Must have knowledge of sports and cooperative group games, be enthusiastic, energetic and enjoy being outside.

Bachelors degree, experience with children in K-4th grade and at least one year of teaching experience required.

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Art Specialist


Seeking an art teacher to work with children in K-4th grade. Must be able to plan and implement lessons that creatively combine art methods and authentic materials with your students' energy, interests and age level.

Bachelors degree, experience with children in K-4th grade and at least one year of teaching experience required.

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Music/Movement Specialist


Seeking a music and movement teacher to facilitate a non-competitive, innovative class for children in K-4th grade. Bachelors degree, experience with children in K-4th grade and experience in gymnastics, dance, drama, music & movement required..

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org

Head and Assistant Floater Teachers

Seeking head and assistant "floater" teachers to work with children in PreK-4th grade whose responsibilities include substituting for an absent teacher in any age group and/or supporting teachers as needed. Flexibility is a must. Floater teachers travel with all field trip groups.

Head teacher: Bachelors degree, experience with children in PreK-4th grade and at least one year of teaching experience required.

Assistant teacher: Experience with children in PreK-4th grade required.

Dates of employment: June 24 - August 9 (plus training days)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to summer@stevenscoop.org


 

Stevens Cooperative School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not exclude anyone based on their race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.

Our staff works tirelessly to uphold Stevens' mission and philosophy. The combination of their dedication and experience helps to create a very special community.”