Careers

Approximately 300 people work at Riverdale, finding professional and personal fulfillment through working alongside creative and committed colleagues, pursuing opportunities for professional development, and enjoying benefits such as health/dental care, retirement plan, on-site daycare, and yoga.

Our vibrant community of teachers, administrators, and staff benefits from robust professional development, travel opportunities, grants, and faculty sabbaticals.
298Riverdale employees
120passion grants awarded
37%employees with 10+ years here

Lower School STEM Integrator

Riverdale Country School seeks a Lower School STEM integrator. The Lower School STEM integrator will be part of a team of educators who work closely with faculty to develop interdisciplinary learning experiences for students. The individual in this role is expected to have experience related to educational technology and preferably experience teaching math, science, and/or engineering skills and concepts. Because of the age range of students across our Lower School, it is essential for the person in this role to have a keen understanding of developmentally appropriate practice.  Some of the key responsibilities associated with this role include curriculum development and alignment, collaborative work with faculty, and direct instruction of students, often in a co-teaching format. Faculty members are expected to engage in all aspects of work with an open mind, a positive disposition, and a willingness to support the greater community. 

Varsity Field Hockey Coach

Riverdale Country School seeks a Varsity Field Hockey Coach to lead a competitive and student-centered program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. The coach will plan and lead daily practices, develop game strategies, support the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, and foster a positive team culture that reflects the values of Riverdale Athletics and the school community. Candidates should be experienced educators and mentors who are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and challenging environment for all players.

Software Solutions Engineer

Riverdale’s Tec
The Software Solutions Engineer is a member of our all-school technology team and reports to the Chief Information and Technology Officer. The successful candidate is a curious and creative problem-solver who values continuous learning and collaborative work, and thrives in a responsive environment that highly values and utilizes AI in solutions engineering and operates on a Google Cloud-centric platform. There are many opportunities to interact with our colleagues and students beyond these key responsibilities and we value those who wish to immerse themselves in our community. This full-time, in-person position operates on a 12-month schedule (not a fixed-term contract) and is available immediately. We provide intentional onboarding and mentorship to ensure all new team members feel fully supported in learning our systems and culture.

Lower School Homebase Associate Teacher (2026-2027)

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. 

Lower School Spanish Associate Teacher (2026-2027)

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.

Sous Chef

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.



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Professional
& Personal
Development

A generous professional-development budget provides for conferences, skills training, and onsite training in areas such as mindfulness, coaching, classroom technology, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Zagat Global Fellows program pays for faculty to make extended visits to schools overseas — teachers have gone to England, China, New Zealand, and South Africa.


Grants &
Stipends

All employees are eligible for Frankel Fellow grants, known as “passion grants,” which pay for enrichment activities. More than 120 grants have been made to faculty and staff since the program started in 2014. Stipends are available for a number of projects and activities that extend beyond the commitments of the contract. After 10 years, faculty are eligible for a sabbatical. You can take a half-year sabbatical at full pay or a full-year sabbatical at half-pay. (Or, you can take a payout of a half-year’s salary while you continue working.)


Age Smart
Employer

In 2018, the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center presented us with an Age Smart Employer Award for offering programs to support workers of all ages. The Selection Committee took note of the grants established by the Frankel family that allow faculty and staff to explore personal passions during the summer recess.


Transportation

Faculty shuttles are offered from Manhattan and from the 242nd St/Broadway subway station, making stops near transit hubs including the MetroNorth – Harlem Station, subway lines – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, A, B, C, and D, and the Henry Hudson Parkway at the 246th St bus stop, connecting to #7 and #10 bus and Express Buses from Manhattan.


Equal Opportunity
Statement

Riverdale Country School seeks diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In admission and employment policies and practices, in financial aid and loan programs, and in all its educational programs, Riverdale does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, and any other protected categories under applicable law.

It is the policy of Riverdale Country School to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national and ethnic origin, citizenship, marital status, disability, military status, or any other basis protected by applicable law to all qualified employees and applicants for employment.

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