Career Opportunities

Clark School offers a stimulating multi-age, small-class learning environment for students in Preschool through Grade 12. Founded in 1978, the school is particularly appropriate for students who demonstrate high ability in intellectual, creative or leadership pursuits, students with learning differences, and those who will respond to an environment that encourages them to develop their talents fully.

Our teaching staff works as an ensemble to best utilize everyone's skills and experience. We emphasize high achievement and meaningful participation in the school community. Clark School students follow a strong academic curriculum that emphasizes each of their individual strengths. Small classes allow for personal attention to each student’s needs. Clark School staff also have many opportunities to develop our students' awareness of and appreciation for the arts and to find satisfaction in self-expression and creative endeavors.

Applicants may email their resume and cover letter to Jessica Felizardo. No phone calls, please.

All employees are subject to a CORI background investigation and fingerprinting, per state law. Clark School is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Postings

  • Clark School is searching for a part-time, year-round Preschool Team Lead Teacher who is enthusiastic about working with young children and dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming environment for all families. A newly reimagined program at Clark School, the Clark Preschool is committed to providing its characteristic supportive environment that values all teachers. Join us as we enjoy the use of our new Preschool facility with beautiful new spaces and extensive creative arts and play materials. At Clark School, we operate as a team. This team approach ensures teachers are given the freedom, guidance and feedback to create an exciting, creative and fun curriculum. While the person in this position will spend the majority of their time in the classroom, there are some administrative responsibilities. There is room for growth for the right candidate!

    Responsibilities:

    ▪️ Plan and prepare curriculum

    ▪️ Develop caring and supportive relationships with all children and their families

    ▪️ Support other team members

    ▪️ Ensure safety of all children

    ▪️ Communicate daily with Co-Teachers

    ▪️ Monitor children’s progress

    ▪️ Communicate with parents as needed

    ▪️ Participate in supervision and team meetings

    ▪️ Follow the Clark School philosophy

    ▪️ Care for the space and school equipment

    ▪️ Participate in recommended training programs, conferences and other aspects of professional development.

    ▪️ Other tasks as assigned

    Requirements:

    ▪️ Must be able to work a closing shift between the hours of 1:30PM – 5:30PM

    ▪️ Lead teacher Toddler & Preschool certified

    ▪️ Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or related field

    ▪️ At least 2 years of teaching experience with toddler/preschool age children

    ▪️ Strong written and verbal communication skills

    ▪️ Ability to pass a background check

    General Qualifications: Meet the state qualifications and those set forth in the national hiring standards including:

    ▪️ Commitment to caring for the needs of young children

    ▪️ Flexibility and desire to collaborate with team

    ▪️ Classroom management skills

    ▪️ Good communication skills

    ▪️ Knowledge of child development

    ▪️ Ability to develop and present curriculum

    ▪️ Experience teaching early childhood in a supervised setting

    ▪️ EEC certification

    ▪️ Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds

    ▪️ Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies

    ▪️ Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved

    ▪️ Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

    Job Type: Part-time

    Salary: From $20.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    ▪️ Paid time off

    ▪️ Parental leave

    ▪️ Professional development assistance

    Schedule:

    ▪️ 4 hour shift

    ▪️ Monday to Friday

The Clark School is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.