Employment

List of 6 items.

• After School Study Supervisor (part-time)

  Position Description

   

  Nashoba Brooks School is an independent school for all genders, age 3-Grade 3; girls, Grades 4-8. The School is committed to personal excellence in academics, athletics and the arts within its mission of preparing students for “...a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world.” We believe that diversity enriches and strengthens community and challenges individuals to become agents of change in creating a more fair and equitable world. 

  
  

  Mission

  Nashoba Brooks School educates children for a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world. The School nurtures students’ growth and character, while fostering the development of each child’s personal excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.

  
  

  Summary

  Nashoba Brooks School seeks an after school study supervisor for the 2024-2025 academic year. This 10-month position involves running an afterschool study program for girls in Grades 4-8. Weekly hours for this position are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday from 12:30-5:30 p.m. The candidate should interact easily with a wide range of students and possess a strong desire to work as part of a team in a dynamic school committed to excellence in 21st century education.

   

  Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of child development with a focus on middle school students.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in support of students.
  • Strong organization and management skills.
  • Ability to assist students with homework and study skills.
  • Experience creating and supporting a positive learning environment and culture for students ages 9-14.
  • Demonstrated experience with efficient project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks, independently or collaboratively, as required.
  • Proficiency with technology and technology integration to support learning.

  
  

  Experience

  • Educational coursework required.
  • Experience working with middle school students.
  • Demonstrated commitment to and comfort with advancing the school’s core values of diversity, service learning, and character development.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

  The Supervised Study Coordinator will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.

  Application

  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to: Peggy Gaffny, director of auxiliary programs 

  email:  ed@nashobabrooks.org          www.nashobabrooks.org   

• Associate Preschool Teacher

  Summary

  Nashoba Brooks School seeks an Associate Preschool Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. This is a full-time position in our multi-aged Preschool program. The associate preschool teacher supports the morning preschool program by partnering with a lead teacher in a classroom. During the afternoon, the associate preschool teacher supports the extended day program. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a passion for teaching young children, as well as a deep understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of 3- and 4-year-olds. The successful candidate will possess the desire to work in a dynamic, student-centered school committed to continuous learning and excellence in 21st century education. A teacher at Nashoba Brooks models the mission of the School and creates student-centered, mission-driven learning environments for students. 

  
  

  Responsibilities

  The associate preschool teacher is responsible for: 

  • Working closely with teaching and administrative employees to support the educational, social and emotional development of students.
  • Collaborating with teaching team members and the student support team to identify and support student learning needs.
  • Modeling excellent problem solving and project management skills with a commitment to viewing challenges as problems that can be solved rather than obstacles that cannot be overcome.
  • Supporting effective communication and collaboration within the Lower School team.
  • Supporting student safety through a demonstrated commitment to emergency response training and the ability to lift and transport small children as needed.
  • Collaborative planning for and facilitation of Extended Day Preschool from 12:00-3:00 p.m.
  • Implementing lesson plans and assisting in developing activities that promote collaborative and integrated learning through play.
  • Creating routines that recognize the importance of outdoor play.
  • Assisting in maintaining observational records for each child.
  • Communicating effectively with parents through informal daily interactions, email, telephone and periodic written reports.
  • Actively pursuing and integrating relevant professional development opportunities.
  • Supporting the School community and culture through additional duties such as student supervision, attending community events, etc.
  • Engaging effectively in a dynamic learning environment by demonstrating flexibility and the willingness to contribute to the broader community.

   

  Skills

  Strong candidates will demonstrate:

  • Excellent knowledge in teaching early childhood education.
  • Excellence in integrated curriculum development, lesson planning, technology integration, and use of formative assessments for preschool students.
  • Commitment to inspiring curiosity and creativity through play and place-based education utilizing our 30-acre campus.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write detailed comments on students’ progress reports, and the ability to communicate directly, effectively, respectfully and constructively with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • An understanding of a co-teaching model and commitment to open and effective communication.
  • Effective differentiation of curriculum and instruction to teach students with diverse learning profiles.
  • A passion for teaching young children, as well as a deep understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of three, four, and five year-olds.
  • Proactive teacher-parent interaction and communication.
  • A proven track record of efficient project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks, independently or collaboratively, as required.
  • Proficiency with technology and technology integration to support learning.

  
  

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with significant coursework in early childhood education; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in early childhood education. 
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

   

  The successful candidate will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.

   

  Application

  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to: Tim Croft, assistant head of lower school  email:  ps@nashobabrooks.org 

  www.nashobabrooks.org  

• Grade 1 Teacher

  Summary

  Nashoba Brooks School seeks a full-time Grade 1 teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year.  The teacher is responsible for a homeroom of approximately 10-16 students. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a passion for teaching young children, as well as a deep understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of 6- and 7-year-olds. The successful candidate will possess the desire to work in a dynamic, student-centered school committed to continuous learning and excellence in 21st century education. A teacher at Nashoba Brooks models the mission of the School and creates student-centered, mission-driven learning environments for students. 

  
  

  The Grade 1 teacher is responsible for: 

  • Creating lesson plans and developing activities that support core academic skill development.
  • Demonstrating facility with creating integrated curriculum units reflecting multicultural perspectives.
  • Identifying and effectively addressing issues pertaining to students, their learning and their development.
  • Meeting and communicating with parents proactively and regularly through letters, updates, Curriculum Nights, Stepping Up Meetings, email, conferences, individualized student reports and phone conversations.
  • Maintaining observational records of each child.
  • Participating as an active member of teaching teams to support curriculum development and integration.
  • Working closely with teaching team members and the student support team to support the educational, social and emotional development of students, as well as identify and address student learning needs.
  • Modeling excellent problem solving and project management skills with a commitment to viewing challenges as problems that can be solved rather than obstacles that cannot be overcome.
  • Supporting effective communication and collaboration within the Lower School team.
  • Actively pursuing and integrating relevant professional development opportunities.
  • Supporting the School community and culture through additional duties such as student supervision, attending community events, etc.
  • Engaging effectively in a dynamic learning community by demonstrating flexibility and the willingness to contribute to the broader community.
  • Supporting student safety through a demonstrated commitment to emergency response training.

  Strong candidates will demonstrate:

  • Excellent knowledge in the teaching of early elementary school-aged children.
  • Excellence in integrated curriculum development, lesson planning, technology integration, and formative use of student assessments for Grade 1 students.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, which include: an ability to write detailed comments on students’ progress reports, including the ability to communicate directly, effectively, respectfully and constructively with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • An ability to effectively differentiate curriculum to teach students with diverse learning styles.
  • A passion for teaching young children as well as a deep understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of 6- and 7-year-olds.
  • Proactive teacher-parent interaction and communication.
  • A proven track record of efficient project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks, independently or collaboratively, as required.
  • Proficiency with technology and technology integration to support learning.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with significant coursework in elementary education required; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in elementary teaching.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

  
  

  The successful candidate will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.

   

  Application Process

  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to: Tim Croft, Assistant Head of Lower School at firstgrade@nashobabrooks.org

• Library Director

  Position Description

  
  

  Nashoba Brooks School is an independent school for all genders, age 3-Grade 3; girls, Grades 4-8. The School is committed to personal excellence in academics, athletics and the arts within its mission of preparing students for “...a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world.” We believe that diversity enriches and strengthens community and challenges individuals to become agents of change in creating a more fair and equitable world. 

  
  

  Mission

  Nashoba Brooks School educates children for a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world. The School nurtures students’ growth and character, while fostering the development of each child’s personal excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.

   

  Summary

  The library director serves as a member of the IS team and reports to the director of educational technology and innovation. The library director works closely and collaboratively with all members of the IS team to model creative problem solving, critical thinking, and flexibility necessary for success in our diverse and changing world. The primary functions of this role are to inspire a love of reading, support teachers in finding and creatively using resources, and to support Nashoba Brooks’ vision for dynamic transliteracy integration throughout the School. Nashoba Brooks is committed to using innovative instruction, including integrated technology and design thinking theory, to equip our students with the tools, resources, and skills necessary to be successful in the 21st century. This is a 12-month full-time position.

  
  

  Responsibilities

  Faculty Support

  • Lead and support the faculty in effective curricular integration through a consistent pattern of strategic outreach and support.
  • Lead and support the School’s commitment to a vibrant library and research program.
  • Model curiosity, enthusiasm, and creative problem solving when using educational technology. 
  • Collaborate with all members of the IS team to develop and execute strategic plans.
  • Support teachers in gaining independence utilizing educational technology and databases following a gradual release model.

  • Respond to requests from employees for media, instructional, and technical help as needed.

  Library

  • Manage day-to-day operations of library and related programs, including databases, budget, physical space, inventory, cataloging, processing, and collection utilizing the CREW method.
  • Work with students in grades PS-8 to cultivate a love of reading, develop research skills, and teach digital citizenship.
  • Select, evaluate, and maintain electronic library resources and state database contracts.
  • Serve as a resource for curricular integration.
  • Manage and regularly update the library website using Google sites.
  • Manage Destiny Discover catalog following MARC and OCLC guidelines.  
  • Maintain collection partnership with Concord Public Library.
  • Manage digital library (SORA).
  • Develop and offer library skills, educational technology, and transliteracy training workshops for teachers (library orientation, research, source citation, databases, etc.).
  • Research educational software/hardware to support transliteracy integration and innovation.
  • Work closely with the communications team to manage library communications that are well aligned with Nashoba Brooks’ mission and brand standards.
  • Organize special events throughout the year, including but not limited to summer reading programs, book fairs, author talks, and community events. 
  • Work with the director of educational technology and innovation to supervise librarian and media integration specialist and organize parent volunteers.

  Integration and Instruction

  • Teach library classes and write term reports.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop innovative lessons and support them in gaining independence in integrated curriculum instruction.
  • Encourage and cultivate inquiry-based learning, curriculum integration, unit design, backward design philosophy and gradual release implementation.

  • Meet with grade level, department, and other committees to plan and assess curriculum aligned with Nashoba Brooks’ vision and goals.

  • Be responsible for evaluating, promoting, and using existing and emerging technologies to support the mission of Nashoba Brooks School, including proposing appropriate acquisitions.
  • Work with teachers to develop research guides, promote effective note taking skills, teach citations, and cultivate resource lists.

  Teamwork

  • Collaborate effectively and consistently demonstrate support for all members of the IS team.   
  • Actively participate in IS team meetings.
  • Assist in the regular evaluation of the library and technology scope and sequence.

  • Effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Continue to pursue professional development opportunities aligned with the vision for transliteracy integration and library trends at Nashoba Brooks.

  
  

  As an employee of Nashoba Brooks School, the library director will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.

  
  

   

  Experience

  • Master’s degree in Library and Information Science with significant coursework in library science or an equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of one to three years related experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to coach and/or lead a student activity preferred.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

  
  

  Application Process

  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to:

          Hank Bryant, Director of Educational Technology and Innovation

          Email:  librarian@nashobabrooks.org

• Part-time Extended Day Teacher

  Summary
  Nashoba Brooks School seeks candidates for the part-time, 10-month position of Extended Day Teacher. The Extended Day Teacher works Monday through Friday from 12:30-5:30 p.m. All employees at Nashoba Brooks School are expected to model the mission of the School and core values of the School to create a student-centered, mission-driven learning environment for students.

  
  Responsibilities
  Strong candidates will demonstrate experience with and proficiency in:

  • Identifying and effectively addressing issues pertaining to students in Preschool through Grade 3, their learning
    and their development.
  • Creating predictable and flexible routines.
  • Developing and implementing lesson plans that balance moments for free choice and structured time
  • Supervise afterschool homework (Grades 1-3).
  • Assisting in developing activities that complement the academic day curriculum and promote development of
    gross and fine motor skills, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and collaborative play-based learning
    opportunities.
  • Embracing the importance of outdoor play on a daily basis.
  • Supervising students in the classroom and during outdoor play.
  • Maintaining observational records for each child.
  • Communicating effectively with caregivers about curriculum as well as student engagement, learning, and
    growth.
  • Participating in relevant professional development opportunities coordinated by the director of auxiliary programs
  • Collaborating effectively with colleagues, using open and professional communication.
  • Demonstrating the ability to lift and transport small children as needed, including in urgent situations.
  • Engaging effectively in a dynamic learning community by demonstrating flexibility, the willingness to contribute to the broader community, and thoughtful response to constructive feedback.

  Qualifications
  

  • Coursework in early childhood education.
  • Experience working with children ages 3 - 9.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to and comfort with advancing the school’s core values of diversity, service learning, and character development.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

  The Extended Day teacher will model integrity, professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.
  

  
  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to: Peggy Gaffny, director of auxiliary programs, at ed@nashobabrooks.org

• Part-time Spanish Teacher

  Position Description

  
  

  Nashoba Brooks School is an independent school for all genders, age 3-Grade 3; girls, Grades 4-8. The School is committed to personal excellence in academics, athletics and the arts within its mission of preparing students for “…a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world.” Nashoba Brooks believes that diversity enriches and strengthens community and challenges individuals to become agents of change in creating a more fair and equitable world. 

  
  

  Mission

  Nashoba Brooks School educates children for a life of continuous learning, accomplishment, and leadership in a diverse and changing world. The School nurtures students’ growth and character, while fostering the development of each child’s personal excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.

  
  

  Summary

  Nashoba Brooks School seeks a part-time Spanish teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. This position is responsible for teaching Spanish classes and is part of a World Languages Department. Candidates for this position will demonstrate a passion for teaching young children, as well as a deep understanding of the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of elementary and middle school aged children. The successful candidate will possess the desire to work in a dynamic, student-centered school committed to continuous learning and excellence in 21st century education. A teacher at Nashoba Brooks models the mission of the School to create a student-centered, mission-driven learning environment for students.

  
  

  Responsibilities

  Nashoba Brooks teachers:

  • Work closely with teaching and administrative employees to support the educational, social and emotional development of students.
  • Communicate proactively and effectively with students and parents, including writing individualized student reports, and participating in parent/teacher conferences.
  • Participate as an active member of teaching teams to support curriculum development and integration.
  • Work collaboratively with members of the teaching and student support teams to identify and address student learning needs.
  • Model excellent problem solving and project management skills with a commitment to viewing challenges as problems that can be solved rather than obstacles that cannot be overcome.
  • Support effective communication and collaboration within the teaching teams.

  
  

  Skills

  Strong candidates will demonstrate:

  • Excellent knowledge of teaching Spanish to middle school aged children.
  • Excellence in integrated curriculum development, lesson planning, technology integration, and formative use of student assessments.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including: an ability to write detailed comments on students’ progress reports, and to communicate directly, effectively, respectfully and constructively with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • An ability to effectively differentiate curriculum to teach students with diverse learning styles.
  • Proactive teacher-parent interaction and communication.
  • A proven track record of efficient project management and problem solving skills with the ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks, independently or collaboratively, as required.
  • Proficiency with technology and technology integration to support learning.

  
  

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with significant coursework in Spanish and education; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of three years of experience in elementary through middle school teaching.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

  
  

  The successful candidate will model professionalism, curiosity, responsibility, creativity and respect for all persons, as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the School’s core values of integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, empathy, and resilience.

  
  

  Application Process

  Applicants should submit a cover letter and résumé to: 

  Kaitlyn McHugh, Assistant Head of Middle School     

  Email: spanish@nashobabrooks.org

  homepage: www.nashobabrooks.org