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Working at The Common School

The Common School offers a unique and vibrant working community to individuals interested in the advancement of progressive education in a collaborative, supportive work environment.

The Common School is an equal opportunity employer. The Common School does not discriminate against any qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity and/or expression, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, physical abilities, military or veteran status,  genetic information,  or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law in the administration of its admissions policies, employment practices, educational programs, financial aid, or other School administered programs.

TEACHING POSITIONS

Our faculty includes a Head Teacher and Associate Teacher in each classroom, and an additional Assistant Teacher in our Nursery classrooms. Head Teacher openings are usually announced in March for next school year; Associate and Assistant Teacher openings are posted later in the spring.

Additional positions may include specialists in music, physical education, library, and tutors.

Current Openings

ASSOCIATE TEACHER ELEMENTARY ONE (2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR)
The Common School seeks a dynamic full-time Associate Teacher to work collaboratively with the Head Teacher in its Elementary One Program.
See full job posting and application instructions here >

EARLY CHILDHOOD AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM ASSISTANT
See full job description here >

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
We are accepting applications for Substitute Teachers to work with all ages. Substitutes should be available for work either for pre-planned absences or for last minute (early morning) calls. Full job description here >
Email your resume to mainoffice@commonschool.org.

Applying to The Common School

Positions can be applied for by submitting a cover letter, resume, references and a statement of educational philosophy to mainoffice@commonschool.org. Additional required materials for specific positions are noted when an opening is posted.