Careers

Riverdale Country School seeks a Varsity Water Polo Coach to lead and develop a competitive, values-driven program that reflects the mission of Riverdale Athletics. The coach will plan and lead practices, teach sport-specific skills and strategies, foster teamwork and sportsmanship, and support the growth and well-being of student-athletes. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with athletes, families, and colleagues, collaborate with assistant coaches, and serve as a positive role model who balances competitive excellence with Riverdale’s commitment to student development.

Riverdale Country School seeks a part-time (2-3 classes) Music Production and Technology teacher to serve as a leave replacement from December 2026 through June 2027. The ideal candidate demonstrates passion and ability in fostering musical growth in young people, and an appreciation for the art of recording music. The instructor will offer exercises and clinics, assist in compositional choices, and collaborate closely with students to elevate our Upper School Music Production program. 

Riverdale’s Middle and Upper School Science Department seeks a visionary, practicing scientist to serve as the Coordinator of Science Research Integration. This is a newly created leadership role designed for a Ph.D.-level researcher who is passionate about translating professional scientific inquiry into the secondary school experience.

The Coordinator will support the Director of Science Research and the Science Department Chair to integrate research skills throughout the Grade 6-12 science curriculum, working to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world discovery through a cohesive progression of skills, concepts, and content acquisition. The Coordinator will assist in developing a Science curriculum that prepares students to critically evaluate scientific claims encountered in media, civic, and personal contexts, while cultivating transferable inquiry skills such as asking productive questions, interpreting ambiguous information, and revising thinking in response to new evidence.

Riverdale Country School seeks Lower School Homebase Associate Teachers for the 2026-2027 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. 

Riverdale Country School seeks a Lower School Spanish Associate Teacher. 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 and play an important role in the experience of our students and colleagues.

In Spanish, Associate Teachers are predominantly involved in supporting students through small group instruction. In doing so, they provide additional support to help students access the target language and also differentiate instruction based on the level of Spanish language development of students. On occasion, they also have the opportunity to lead full-group lessons as well. As full-time faculty members, Associate Teachers are also members of the Spanish team and engage in frequent collaboration related to planning, instruction, and assessment directly connected to student learning.

In addition to the intensive and 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 Country School seeks a Sous Chef to support the culinary department. This is a full-time, exempt position that directly supervises Culinary team members. You will report to the Assistant Culinary Director and Culinary Director at your campus. The Sous Chef is responsible for supervising the execution of the preparation and cooking of all food items for daily foodservice and special events. The ideal candidate will help facilitate and cultivate the spirit of farm to table food. You will help contribute to the structure and organization of our current culinary program. We are looking for someone with the ability to think strategically, communicate effectively and interact professionally with a diverse group of students, parents, peers, managers and vendors.