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SERVICES FOR JOB SEEKERS

WHY WORK WITH
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SERVICES FOR JOB SEEKERS

OUR SCHOOLS CONTACT US FOR CANDIDATE REFERRALS

Educator’s Ally provides personalized service to educators and school administrators. Our schools contact us for candidate referrals for a variety of teaching and administrative positions.

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Teaching positions range from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12. Most positions require experience, as well as a masters degree, and we look for candidates with strong credentials who are dedicated to a career in independent school teaching.

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We also support early career educators seeking to join their first independent school community and gain experience as associate teachers, interns, or fellows.

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While we place educators year-round, the majority of hiring takes place between February and June.

YOUR BEST ALLY

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What is the difference between a Teaching Fellow and an AT?
    ATs teach all subjects in elementary/lower school (PreK-4th) or middle school (5th-8th) Fellows teach within a specific content area (ex: Chemistry, English) in the high school/upper school (9th-12th) division
  • What can you expect from an AT/Fellow Program?
    Large emphasis on mentorship and professional development One to two years of valuable classroom experience (programs vary in length) Collaborate with and learn from experienced, mentor teachers Most schools employ a cohort model, so you have a group of your peers for support and camaraderie Participation in extra-curricular activities such as coaching, community service, clubs, etc. In a boarding school setting, residential life responsibilities are required Pursuit of a masters degree is often encouraged; some schools will provide stipends for graduate studies Housing can be available
  • What experience are schools looking for?
    Demonstrated interest in working with children/students Tutoring, mentoring Teaching Assistant Student teaching Camp counseling Volunteering with children Involvement in college admissions and/or development Experience and interest in working in extracurricular areas (athletics, drama, community service, publications, etc.) Strong academic performance in your subject area Active participation in your college community
  • How can EA help?
    We know that job searches can be stressful and that college students have busy schedules. Partnering with EA is both smart and effective. At no cost to you, EA promises to: Provide highly personalized support and guidance to help you navigate the independent school search process Share our perspective and in-depth knowledge of the private school landscape Offer feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other documents Refer you to job openings that have not yet gone public Help with interview prep Advocate for your candidacy Answer your questions and serve as a sounding board Coach you through how to negotiate a successful job offer
  • When should you start?
    It is never too early to get started on your job search. Schools can begin the hiring process as early as November and the process continues through the spring. Apply now to get started!
  • Aside from teaching, what other types of opportunities in schools can EA connect me to?"
    TBD

TEACHING POSITIONS

WE REFER CANDIDATES FOR TEACHING POSITIONS INCLUDING: 

(But not limited to)

  • Assistant Teacher

  • Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Early Childhood (PreK) Classroom Teacher

  • Computer Technology

  • English

  • Foreign Language

  • History

  • Humanities

  • Learning Specialist

  • Librarian

  • Math

  • Music

  • Performing and Visual Arts

  • Physical Education

  • Religion

  • Science

  • Social Studies

  • Technology

SENIOR ADMINISTRATORS

WE RUN SEARCHES FOR OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE AND NON-TEACHING POSITIONS INCLUDING:

Our client schools also seek our help with searches for senior administrator positions including (but not limited to) Deans, Division Heads, Department Chairs, Admissions Directors, Development Directors and Assistant and Associate Heads of School.

  • Administrative Assistant

  • Admissions Associate and Assistant

  • Athletic Director

  • Business Manager

  • College Counselor

  • Communications

  • Development/Advancement

  • Diversity Director

  • Secondary School Placement Director

  • IT Director (non-teaching)

  • School Counselor

  • Director of Finance (CFO​)​

Over many years Educator's Ally has provided Trevor with great teachers. I know I can count on them to carefully

vet candidates and to send only those people who have the right qualifications for the position. They listen carefully to what we are looking for, I trust their judgment, and they have a good sense of which teachers will be a good match for our school. When we have a last-minute opening or a leave replacement, I call EA first because I know they will respond quickly with great candidates. Already this year they have helped us with two last minute hires!

Lisa Alberti, Miss Hall's School

Dean of Academics & Faculty

Learning Pod

SERVICES FOR JOB SEEKERS

EARLY CAREER TEACHERS

SERVICES FOR JOB SEEKERS

COLLEGE SENIORS AND THE JOB SEARCH

We also recruit for openings for first year teachers in day and boarding schools. Unlike public schools, independent schools are not restricted by regulations that require their first year teachers to be certified, nor are they in most cases seeking education majors. What they are looking for is a strong undergraduate transcript and a proven interest in working with children (camp counseling, student teaching, volunteer work in schools) or experience working in the area of interest (e.g. admissions or development).

WORKING WITH EA

THE EA DIFFERENCE

Our day schools hire liberal arts majors as Fellows/Assistant Teachers, and sometimes (though rarely) as Head Teachers. Boarding schools hire recent graduates as Fellows, offering the opportunity to teach, coach, and serve as dorm supervisors. Volunteer teaching, student teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, and an interest in working in extra-curricular areas (sports, drama, community service, etc.) are all relevant experience and qualifications for an entry level position.Our day schools hire liberal arts majors as Fellows/Assistant Teachers, and sometimes (though rarely) as Head Teachers. Boarding schools hire recent graduates as Fellows, offering the opportunity to teach, coach, and serve as dorm supervisors. Volunteer teaching, student teaching, tutoring, camp counseling, and an interest in working in extra-curricular areas (sports, drama, community service, etc.) are all relevant experience and qualifications for an entry level position.

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