Careers

Riverdale Country School is seeking Lower School Homebase Associate Teachers for the 25-26 school year. Associate Teachers at Riverdale are individuals who are in the early stages of their careers as educators. These educators may remain in the role for up to a maximum of three years. Associate Teachers work alongside a Head Teacher to support a homebase class of students for the full year. Associate Teachers are predominantly involved in supporting students through small group or 1:1 instruction, though certainly have opportunities to lead full-group lessons. As full-time faculty members, Associate Teachers are also members of grade-level teams that engage in frequent collaboration related to planning, instruction, and assessment directly connected to student learning. 

In addition to the intensive, 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.

Riverdale’s English Department seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative teacher of English who is excited to teach both Middle School (6 – 8) and Upper School (9 – 12) courses. The ideal candidate will be committed to the interdisciplinary work we value within the department and in the school. Riverdale’s educational culture values openness, curiosity, and a willingness to learn from colleagues and students, as well as through more formal professional development. Riverdale’s English curriculum seeks to develop in students a love of reading, an appreciation of writing as a way to enhance understanding of their own ideas and those of others, and the disposition to consider literature as a way to better understand themselves and the world. In addition to emphasizing close reading, critical thinking, and analytical and creative writing, teachers are expected to support students as they learn to speak and listen thoughtfully and with an open mind. Our website offers an overview of our Middle School and Upper School English curriculum.

Riverdale seeks an experienced, full-time teacher for our Middle and Upper School Maker Space who is passionate about creating hands-on, three-dimensional art and design projects. The ideal candidate will inspire students to discover and develop their creative potential, regardless of their experience or skill level. Candidates should be natural tinkerers, designers, and inventors with a strong foundation in general carpentry, woodworking, welding, digital fabrication and operating tools such as laser cutters and CNC machines. A solid proficiency in microcontroller programming, mechanics, and electronics – such as Arduino, bicycle repair and design, EV and circuit design, repurposing electronic toys, and solar power — is a key requirement. The Art and Design department values collaboration, critical dialogue, and connections to the global histories of art and design. We believe in the transformative power of art and design to understand and shape the world. Our department fosters a culture of mutual respect and support, and we work together to create a dynamic, inclusive environment for both teaching and learning. Our website offers an overview of our Middle School and Upper School Visual Arts curriculum.

Under the dynamic and inspiring leadership of Head of School, Kari Ostrem, now in her second year, this is an excellent time to join the Development Office at Riverdale. The Annual Fund Director reports to the Executive Director of Development and works closely with the Chief Development Officer to develop and implement a strategic vision for our annual cycle of philanthropy. The Director is responsible for maintaining and growing a robust $6.5M annual fund that is crucial to Riverdale’s annual budget. Deep volunteer management, as well as annual fund experience, will be essential to success in this role.

Riverdale is seeking an innovative Middle and Upper School Computer Science / STEM teacher to develop and teach both introductory and advanced computer science classes. Our courses use a variety of programming languages, including block-based coding, JavaScript, Processing/p5.js, Python, and Java. In addition, the computer science teacher will assist with various extracurricular activities and programs such as Vex Robotics, Girls Who Code, Rocketry, Game Design Group, and Build a Ware. Additionally, we are looking for a candidate who intentionally uses their teaching practice to build and sustain an inclusive learning environment for all students. The candidate must meet the needs of students across a range of academic abilities and identities. Candidates with a background in teaching mathematics, science, robotics, and/or maker courses are preferred.

Riverdale’s Mathematics Department seeks an enthusiastic and collegial educator to teach Middle and Upper School Math. We hope to find a candidate comfortable teaching a variety of math courses from our Mathematics 6 (sixth-grade) curriculum through our upper level courses in Calculus and Advanced Math.

Candidates for this position must show a strong interest in engaging students within a supportive yet challenging environment. They should aim to enhance Riverdale’s math program by using problem-based learning to tackle real-world issues. Additionally, candidates should be willing to participate in community activities, such as advising groups, service opportunities, or other co-curricular activities. A proven record of collegiality, collaboration, teamwork, and organizational skills is essential, along with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.