Available Positions:

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  • Art Teacher for PK-8 (‘24-’25 School Year)

    Description: 

    Fayerweather seeks a passionate and experienced Art Teacher to instruct students in grades PK-8 for the 2024-25 school year. This teacher will offer art to each grade band of students once a week, including a longer seventh and eighth-grade elective on Thursday afternoons. The art teacher is also responsible for maintaining the art room space and the supplies needed for the program. This teacher will be a member of and collaborate with the Specialists team (Music,
    Shop, PE, Library, and Spanish). This position will begin in the fall of the 2024-25 academic year.

    The main goal of the Fayerweather art program is for students to cultivate resilience through trial and error of creative problem-solving processes in the safe and encouraging environment of art making, where there are no right or wrong ways of expressing imaginative thought. Students explore their creative potential through various media, techniques, and materials. Some projects are integrated with classroom studies, and others are designed to encourage exploration and experimentation. Students in the seventh and eighth grades pursue art through electives and can delve deeply into disciplines such as sculpture, oil painting, or design challenges (co-taught with
    the Shop teacher). Since a personalized approach in art making is encouraged, students must learn to accomplish this by developing good communication skills, such as asking for the appropriate materials, asking for help and feedback, and collaborating with classmates successfully.

    Main Responsibilities
    • Create a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another through student-centered instruction, collaboration, and authentic assessment
    • Provide learning experiences that encourage curiosity, exploration, innovation, and problem-solving
    • Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues both in your Specialist team and across disciplines
    • Have an ability to teach/develop curriculum that focuses on authentic, real-world application of learning
    • Meet students where they are as learners by differentiating curriculum
    • Establish and maintain excellent classroom management
    • Exhibit excellent communication with parents to provide timely and appropriate feedback regarding student progress
    • Possess a growth mindset when it comes to engaging with relevant and mission-driven professional learning
    Skills and Qualifications

    Working at FSS
    • Be knowledgeable of the philosophy of progressive education
    • Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and responsiveness, as well as experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
    Teaching at FSS
    • Teach art curriculum to grades PK-8
    • Knowledge of art history and techniques: painting (oil, water), drawing, clay, sculpture, digital art
    Responsibilities at FSS
    • Performing various duties, including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays
    • Maintain and re-supply the art room
    • Document curriculum as it evolves throughout the year
    • Narrative report writing and timely communication with parents
    • Attending weekly staff meetings
    • Participating in admissions programming as needed
    • And other duties as assigned
    To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least four references; at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.

    Fayerweather Street School: Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
  • Assistant Head of School (starting July 2024)

    Reports to: Head of School
    Hours: Full-Time; 12-month
    Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

    Description: 

    The Assistant Head is a central and important position to the work and success of Fayerweather Street School. The Assistant Head works in close partnership with the Head of School to advance the school’s mission and achieve educational and operational goals. The position will report directly to the Head of
    School and will have primary supervisory and oversight responsibility for the academic program.

    Candidates should be familiar with progressive education including multi-age classrooms, thematic, emergent, and anti-bias curricula, and differentiated instruction. The Assistant Head will represent the Head of School as needed at meetings or functions within and outside the Fayerweather community. In
    consultation with the Head, this position will set the direction for the academic program, including long-term planning, curricular design, scope and sequence, and the evaluation and professional development of teachers. The Assistant Head of School serves as the counsel and collaborator with the Head of School. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

    Main Responsibilities:
    • Represent the interests of and assist in implementing the plans and initiatives established by the Head of School.
    • Serve as the Head of School’s point person for creating a healthy staff culture and identifying curricular and programmatic needs of the school.
    • Build strong relationships with teaching staff within and assist them in articulating the school’s mission and strategic initiatives.
    • In close collaboration with the Head of School, oversee curriculum, assuring responsiveness to student needs and interests; manage the vertical integration of the curriculum ensuring excellence in all disciplines in alignment with the mission and strategic plan goals.
    • Oversee teacher professional development and evaluation.
    • Oversee Educational Leadership Team, and serve as a member of the School Leadership and Enrollment Management Teams.
    • Attend all board meetings
    • Provide supervision and evaluation of direct reports: Director of Technology, Academic Support Staff, Extended Day Coordinators, and the School Counselor.
    • Manage the professional development budget.
    • Oversee the AISNE accreditation review processes.
    • Strategically design professional development programs, including new faculty orientations, and Grade Level Team Leader meetings.
    • Lead and coordinate hiring processes.
    • Supervise the development and management of the academic school calendar, and class schedules.
    • Attend team meetings and parent conferences as needed
    • Contribute meaningfully to efforts in admissions, advancement, finance, operations, and long-term planning with the Head of School and Board of Trustees.
    • Serve as Acting Head in the Head of Schools's absence.
    Skills and Qualifications:
    • Master’s Degree (preferred) in a related field that supports the duties and responsibilities of this position. Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Four to eight years of organizational, management, administrative experience.
    • Demonstrate significant school leadership and classroom experience.
    • Experience in budget allocation and making informed financial decisions regarding the academic program.
    • Ability to recognize and articulate the long-term benefits of a PreK to 8th-grade education.
    • A continuous learner who is open to feedback and ongoing professional development.
    • An appreciation and commitment to supporting the mission of diversity, equity, and belonging in instruction, curriculum, and relationships with staff, students, and families.
    • Ability to lead, manage, collaborate and relate to a diverse population of students, staff, and administrators.
    • A genuine sense of humor and infectious optimism, integrity, and a love of teaching and learning.
    • Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
    • Interest in and familiarity with educational, psychological, and sociological research as it relates to best practices in teaching and learning.
    • Ability to effectively respond to common inquiries from students, parents, faculty, or other colleagues and to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
     Flexibility; ability to act quickly and make important high-level decisions in a variety of
    circumstances.

    To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least five references, and at least two of your references must be or have been, your direct reports.

    Fayerweather Street School has a rich and progressive history of successfully educating students for over 50 years. Fayerweather Street School (FSS) is a co-educational independent day school enrolling approximately 200 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Located in the Fresh Pond neighborhood in Cambridge, Fayerweather offers a progressive, hands-on experiential learning environment where the pace of childhood is respected, and where children develop a love of learning,
    know how they learn best and have voice and agency in their school community.
  • Extended Day Teacher

    Description:
    Fayerweather Street School (FSS) is a leading independent, progressive, PK-8 all-gender school in the Fresh Pond area of Cambridge, MA. We are seeking energetic and creative educators to teach PreK-2nd grade or 3rd-8th grade during our extended day program for the 23-24 school year. The teacher will work collaboratively with other extended day teachers to develop enriching activities and projects that align with the mission of the school, and in turn, the extended day program.

    Successful candidates will have experience working with a variety of learners in various age groups, and be passionate about creating a curriculum that ignites curiosity and sparks imagination. 

    Daily Duties
    • Supervise outdoor & indoor free play
    • In collaboration with teaching partner(s), develop, prepare, and implement daily projects/activities which could be STEM, arts, sports, nature, or movement based
    • Adhere to Extended Day schedule, balancing the moments for free choice activities with structured time
    • Maintain a safe, welcoming, and friendly environment for all students
    • Work with the Director of Extended Day to maintain accurate and registration and attendance records
    • Ensure safe student dismissal to families/guardians
    • Regular check-in meetings with Director of Extended Day & fellow team members
    • Manage behavioral expectations
    • Prepare & serve snacks
    • Daily prep and clean up
    Skills & Qualifications:
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to modify programming when necessary
    • Ability to respond efficiently and effectively in an emergency situation
    • Ability to work in a collaborative environment
    • Self-motivated and organized with an intention to detail, commitment, and follow-through
    • Demonstrates strong cultural awareness and responsiveness, as well as experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
    • Values a strong community built upon authentic relationships
    Requirements:
    • Completed or in-progress Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) preferred
    • Candidates must have experience working with school-age children in a childcare, school, or camp setting
    • Prospective employees must pass all necessary background checks
    • Must be up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccinations
    Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:45-6:15
    One Friday/month 12:00-6:00
    Possibility for flexible dates/hours for the right candidate
     
    Salary range: $16,500-$18,500. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible for the coming school year. FSS welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.

    To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to: employment@fayerweather.org with the subject: EXTENDED DAY TEACHER. Please be prepared to provide at least two references, and at least one of your references must be, or have been, your direct supervisor.
  • Grades 5-6 Learning Specialist (‘24-’25 School Year)

    Reports to: Assistant Head of School
    Hours: Full-Time
    Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

    Description: 

    Using a push-in model, Fayerweather seeks a full-time Learning Specialist to work with students and teachers in Grades 5-6. In this model, the Learning Specialist primarily works closely with students in small groups within the classroom. Classroom teachers are working more collaboratively with the specialists on curriculum and instruction practices that serve all students. A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree in Special Education or equivalent experience is preferred.

    The Learning Specialist role is an important position at Fayerweather Street School, as the role supports the learning of both students and teachers. The position will report directly and partner with the Assistant Head of School to take responsibility for supporting student learning within the classroom.

    The Learning Specialist work focuses on supporting and providing progress monitoring for students who are identified as needing learning support. The Learning Specialists will organize child study meetings and tiering for students within assigned grade bands and assess students as needed. The position's responsibilities also include documenting students’ progress and needs and overseeing parent communication and conferencing regarding students being supported in their learning (progress
    monitoring). The position will also support instruction and teaching by participating in grade-level teams’ planning and work.

    Main Responsibilities:
    •  Provide student support through small group instruction within and/or outside the classroom, with a focus on developing effective executive function competencies, study/academic habits, and subject-specific skills (i.e., math and reading strategies).
    • Collaborate with teachers (in team meetings and as needed) to develop effective whole-group practices and small-group interventions.
    • Make recommendations for strategies and interventions to strengthen learning.
    • Support teachers in differentiating plans for students based on their unique learning profiles so all students are adequately challenged and engaged.
    • Oversee and/or administer appropriate assessments to determine the effectiveness of instruction.
    • Collaborate with grade-level teams to assist and support effective curriculum and instructional planning.
    • Create learning support plans for individual students based on neuropsychological evaluations and/or IEP recommendations.
    • Provide progress monitoring and communication with parents.
    • Performing various duties, including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays.
    • Attending weekly staff meetings.
    • Participating in admissions programming as needed.
    • And other duties as assigned
    Skills and Qualifications:

    Working at FSS
    • Be knowledgeable of the philosophy of progressive education
    • Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and responsiveness, as well as experience
    • Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
    Teaching at FSS
    • Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues both in your team and across discipline
    • Exhibit excellent communication with parents to provide timely and appropriate feedback regarding student progress
    • Possess a growth mindset when it comes to engaging with relevant and mission-driven professional learning
    • Embrace feedback and constructive criticism in the spirit of continuous improvement
    • Possess strong attention to detail coupled with the ability to think strategically
    • Possess knowledge of the IEP process
    • Demonstrate understanding of 5-6 instruction and assessment strategies
    • Demonstrate knowledge of assistive technologies, curriculum design, and a working knowledge of assessments (Assessments used at FSS: Track My Progress, KTEA, TOWL, WRAT)
    To Apply:

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least four references; at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.

    Fayerweather Street School:

    Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
  • Lower School Science/STEM Specialist

    Reports to: Assistant Head of School; Head of School
    Hours: Full-time
    Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

    Description:

    Fayerweather is a pre-kindergarten to eighth-grade progressive school seeking an energetic, experienced PreK-4 Science Specialist responsible for developing and implementing a
    dynamic and comprehensive pre-kindergarten through fourth-grade science curriculum. The candidate will engage students in hands-on and interactive learning experiences that foster a love for science and inquiry-based thinking. The role involves collaborating with other teachers, integrating early concepts in
    technology, engineering, and math into lessons, and adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. Fayerweather has a co-teaching, mixed-age, and grade classroom model.

    This position will begin in the fall of the 2024-25 academic year. We work hard to present an anti-bias curriculum by amplifying minoritized voices and lived experiences that students explore through literature, history, writing, and storytelling.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Create a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another through student-centered instruction, collaboration, and authentic assessment.
    • Design and implement a science curriculum that aligns with state and Next-Generation Science Standards.
    • Teach science concepts clearly and engagingly, using hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and interactive activities to enhance student understanding and retention.
    • Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues across grades and disciplines.
    • Create and maintain a positive learning environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, and respect among students.
    • Meet students where they are as learners by differentiating curriculum and instruction.
    • Assess student learning through various methods, provide constructive feedback, and adapt instructional strategies to meet students' needs.
    • Stay current with educational research and best practices in science education through ongoing professional development opportunities.
    • Communicate with parents about students' progress and involve the community in science-related projects and activities.
    • Work closely with other teachers and staff to integrate science with other subjects and contribute to the school's educational mission. Possess a growth mindset when engaging with relevant and mission-driven professional learning.
    Skills and Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Science Education, or a related field.
    • State teaching certification with an endorsement in elementary education or science is helpful but optional.
    • Previous teaching experience in elementary education or a related field is preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of science content and pedagogy.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to engage young students in learning and foster a positive classroom environment.
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the philosophy of progressive education.
    • Demonstrate knowledge and commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in an elementary/middle school.
    Responsibilities at FSS
    • Performing various duties, including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays
    • Document curriculum as it evolves throughout the year
    • Narrative report writing and timely communication with parents
    • Attending weekly staff meetings
    • Actively participate in admissions programming as needed
    • And other duties as assigned
    To Apply:

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least four to five references; at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.

    Fayerweather Street School:

    Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
  • PreK/K Music Teacher (‘24-’25 School Year)

    Reports to: Assistant Head of School
    Hours: Part-Time
    Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

    Fayerweather seeks a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Music Teacher to instruct students in grades PreK and K for the 2024-25 school year. These classes meet once a week. In addition, this position offers a lunch/recess choral group to elementary students and hosts occasional classroom performances for parent events. This teacher will be a member of and collaborate with the Specialists team (Music, Art, Shop, PE, Library). This position will begin in the fall of the 2024-25 academic year.

    Music in PreK and K should be a joyful music-making experience that focuses on the fundamentals of music education: rhythm and melody. In each class, children should have a chance to sing, dance, and explore rhythm instruments and musical props, all while building a solid foundation of basic musical skills.

    Main Responsibilities
    • Create a supportive and caring classroom environment in which students can learn and interact positively with one another through student-centered instruction, collaboration, and authentic assessment
    • Provide learning experiences that encourage curiosity, exploration, innovation, and problem-solving
    • Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues both in your Specialist team and across disciplines
    • Meet students where they are as learners by differentiating the curriculum
    • Establish and maintain excellent classroom management
    • Exhibit excellent communication with parents to provide timely and appropriate feedback regarding student progress
    • Possess a growth mindset when it comes to engaging with relevant and mission-driven professional learning
    Skills and Qualifications:

    Working at FSS
    • Be knowledgeable of the philosophy of progressive education
    • Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and responsiveness, as well as experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
    Teaching at FSS
    • Teach PreK and K music classes
    • An understanding of early childhood musical development as it is necessary to create an age-appropriate and rich musical environment
    • Experience in teaching music in a classroom setting
    • Familiarity and proficiency with bilingual music instruction (Spanish-English) is a plus
    • Knowledge of art history and techniques: painting (oil, water), drawing, clay, sculpture, digital art
    Responsibilities at FSS
    • Performing various duties, including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays
    • Document curriculum as it evolves throughout the year
    • Narrative report writing and timely communication with parents
    • Attending weekly staff meetings
    • Participating in admissions programming as needed
    • And other duties as assigned
    Fayerweather Street School:

    Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching
    and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities,
    sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission,
    financial aid, and other policies and programs.

    To Apply:

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org.

    Please be prepared to provide at least four references; at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.
  • PreKindergarten Associate Teaching Position (‘24-’25 School Year)

    Reports to: Head of School; Assistant Head of School
    Hours: Fulltime (August-June)
    Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

    Description:

    Fayerweather seeks a full-time PreKindergarten Associate Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. Imagination and exploration set the stage for Fayerweather's youngest learners in PreK. Our
    differentiated instruction is inherently creative, built to respond to change and to focus on each child's skills and strengths. School days for PreK students cultivate individual expression and include a mix of play-based learning, group projects, collaborations, and classroom instruction. The curriculum is often emergent, focusing on learner-led outdoor play that encourages curiosity and exploration with weekly nature explorations of Fresh Pond in Cambridge. The associate teacher will partner closely with the lead teacher in creating this learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with young children and a strong commitment to providing high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. We believe in creating a nurturing and interactive learning environment where we focus on developing a strong sense of self and belonging while supporting the developmental milestones of every child.

    Responsibilities, Skills and Qualifications:

    Working at FSS
    • Be knowledgeable of the philosophy of progressive education.
    • Demonstrate strong cultural awareness and responsiveness, as well as experience supporting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
    Teaching at FSS
    • Implement a developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children in collaboration with a lead teacher.
    • Teach early math and literacy programs using developmentally appropriate, research-based curriculum.
    • Be knowledgeable and passionate about emergent outdoor-based early childhood education.
    • Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of our students.
    • Actively ensure growth in every student by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques.
    • Maintain classroom expectations and environment conducive to learning.
    Responsibilities at FSS
    • Performing various duties including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays.
    • Document curriculum as it evolves throughout the year.
    • Narrative report writing and timely communication with parents.
    • Facilitate parent conferences with lead-teacher.
    • Attending weekly staff meetings.
    • Participating in admissions programming as needed.
    • And other duties as assigned
    To Apply:

    Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least three references; at least two of your references must be,
    or have been, someone you directly reported to.

    Fayerweather Street School:

    Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in
    the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
  • Substitute Teaching Positions

    We are always accepting applications for substitute teachers. Please contact employment@fayerweather.org for substitute positions.
Fayerweather is a progressive Pre-K through 8th grade school and candidates should be familiar with the values and teaching methods associated with progressive education. Families are an integral part of the school and open and clear communication with parents is important.
Fayerweather values diversity in all aspects of school life and candidates of color are encouraged to apply.
Fayerweather Street School | 765 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138 | 617-876-4746
Fayerweather is a private PreK, kindergarten, elementary and middle school. We engage each child’s intellect.