Employment Opportunities

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• Head of Lower School

  Serving 350 students in Little School through Grade 12, Allendale Columbia seeks an experienced, dynamic educator and a curious learner to join a team of professionals responsible for innovative, authentic, and student-centered programming. Reporting directly to the Head of School and a vital member of the school’s Leadership Team, the Head of Lower School is responsible for leading, inspiring, supporting, and hiring a talented team of approximately 40 faculty and staff. The Head of Lower School is also responsible for creating a culture of collaboration and kindness for our Little, Pre-Primary, and Lower School students and their families to enjoy.

  Job responsibilities will include:

  • Developing, upholding, and advancing an affirming, inclusive climate in the Lower School that prizes justice, equity, and diversity

  • Hiring and evaluating LS faculty/staff

  • Managing a faculty/staff of 40, including Director of Little School, teachers and specialists

  • Oversight of the Allendale Columbia wrap-around care program, Rainbow Room

  • Preparing a master daily schedule and assigning teachers and students to classes and other duties

  • Designing and facilitating professional development for Lower School faculty and staff

  • Supervising, supporting, and evaluating faculty in the development and implementation of curriculum with a clear value on inquiry based learning; reviewing and evaluating the Lower School academic program

  • Conducting regular meetings with faculty to collaborate, including monthly division meetings

  • Overseeing the coordination of the programs of the Lower School; assisting in the planning and the presentation of school assemblies, programs, and informing the entire school community of Lower School programs and activities

  • Building strong, trusting partnerships with parents and caregivers by communicating regularly via newsletters, conferences, and timely informal outreach.

  • Administering and management of the Lower School budget

  • Participation in the admissions process in conjunction with the Director of Enrollment

  • Serves as the Lower School registrar

  • Collaborating with local districts around special education services; overseeing the Student Support Team and having knowledge of the MTSS process

  PROFILE OF THE NEXT HEAD OF LOWER SCHOOL

  A successful new Head of Lower School at AC will be:

  • A community builder who can create a clear vision and forward-thinking direction for the Lower School based on a thorough knowledge of best practices, a growth mindset, strategic thinking, and high energy;

  • A warm, compassionate, and thoughtful leader who puts students at the center of every decision;

  • A leader with a track record of fostering a happy and thriving Lower School environment;

  • An engaging, calm, visible, and inspiring leader;

  • An excellent communicator, in all forms, both with students and adults;

  • An educator dedicated to creating and embracing meaningful connections with parents;

  • A leader who demonstrates the ability to think and act strategically in equal parts;

  • An educator who demonstrates a sense of humor; and

  • An advocate for the Lower School while working collaboratively with the school’s Leadership Team to establish and execute broader institutional goals.

   The ideal candidate will:

  • Have at least 5 years of experience working with Pre-Primary and Lower School students (ages 3-12), preferably in a leadership role.

  • Have a master’s degree or higher in elementary education or school leadership.

  • Be a natural leader and self-starter, and thrive in a creative role that has room to be defined by the person filling it.

  Salary range: $100,000 - 115,000, plus benefits.

  Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically, as separate documents (preferably PDFs), the following materials:

  • EC Candidate Summary 

  • Formal cover letter of application stating desire to apply.

  • Current résumé

  • Statement of leadership philosophy

  • At least three references, including name, title, relationship with candidate, phone number, and email address for each

  • EC Disclosure Form

  Please send any applications, candidate recommendations or referrals to:

  Sally Mixsell, Partner, Educators Collaborative, LLC

  smixsell@educatorscollaborative.com

  Allendale Columbia School, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital or veteran status, age or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

   

  Allendal Columbia Head of Lower School

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• HAC Head Varsity Girls Tennis Coach

  HAC, the joint interscholastic athletic program of The Harley School and Allendale Columbia School, is currently accepting applications for a Head Varsity Girls Tennis Coach for the 2026 fall sports season. 

  The varsity fall season is scheduled to begin Monday, August 17, 2026 

  The Head Varsity Girls Tennis Coach is a crucial leader responsible for the overall direction, development, and management of the HAC girls tennis program, promoting the core values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth for all student-athletes.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Program Leadership: Serve as the head of the HAC girls tennis program, providing strategic vision, leadership, and support to the entire program, including the Modified and Junior Varsity (if applicable) coaches and staff
  • Instruction and Development: Plan, organize, and execute effective, high-quality practices and match strategies, proficiently teaching and coaching the fundamentals and advanced techniques and strategies of tennis.
  • Student-Athlete Management and Well-Being: Manage, supervise, and ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes (typically 9+) during practices, travel, matches, tournaments, and team activities.
  • Culture and Values: Act as a positive role model and mentor, promoting an appreciation of teamwork, sportsmanship, commitment, and physical activity.
  • Feedback, Motivation and Teaching: Motivate, encourage, and provide constructive, positive, and impactful feedback to participating student-athletes to improve individual performance and the overall tennis experience.

  Administrative Duties:

  • Lead and organize essential administrative tasks, including uniform and equipment distribution, inventory, and end-of-season collection.
  • Maintain accurate records for attendance, match reporting, and promptly complete required injury reports.
  • Lead the planning and execution of offseason program-building initiatives and workouts.

  Professional Conduct: 

  Maintain a professional, positive, and composed attitude and demeanor in all situations, particularly those involving high-pressure contests or difficult circumstances.

  Compliance and Reporting:

  • Attend all required league, Section V, and NYSPHSAA meetings.
  • Report directly to the Athletic Director(s) at both The Harley School and Allendale Columbia School.
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic and busy athletic environment.

  Required Qualifications & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree or higher preferred).
  • Previous experience as a tennis player and/or coach (High school varsity coaching experience is highly desirable).
  • Proficiency in teaching and coaching the fundamentals and strategy of tennis.
  • Must possess or be able to acquire the following certifications prior to the start of the season:
  • NYS Coaching License or NYS Temporary Coaching License.
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification.
  • Heads Up Concussion Certification.
  • NFHS Implicit Bias Certification 
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills when working with middle/high school student-athletes, parents, and school administration.

  Schedule and Compensation

  • Work Hours: Practices typically run from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM on weekdays, but practice times are subject to change.
  • Match and invitational and postseason hours vary significantly.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required to support scheduled athletic contests, tournaments, and team-building events.
  • Stipend Range: $3,750 - $4,000 (commensurate with experience).

  Application Procedure

  Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter (or cover sheet), and at least 3 professional references to the Athletic Directors at: mtaillie@harleyschool.org and clamberton@allendalecolumbia.org.

  Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

  About HAC

  Allendale Columbia School and The Harley School maintain a joint athletic program to offer the best possible athletic options for student-athletes. By combining resources, student bodies, facilities, as well as faculty for coaching purposes, both schools can offer dynamic sports programs that fully support the physical, mental and social development of each student athlete.

  The HAC athletics program provides a variety of team sport experiences that help develop teamwork, sportsmanship and good citizenship, while establishing good habits that prepare students for the future.

  Our student athletes experience kinship and competition, while learning to win and lose gracefully. Positive life values are developed and the time management skills the students learn will benefit them for life.

  Athletics are a very important and meaningful aspect of both Allendale Columbia and The Harley School’s education. Participating in team sports allows students to learn discipline, while developing healthy habits and experiencing the camaraderie and sense of purpose that comes when participating on a team.

  Every student is encouraged to participate in a sport and HAC athletics provides opportunities at 3 different levels: modified, J.V. and varsity. When interscholastic competition begins in Middle School, our teams are all-inclusive, so every student who wants to play can be part of the team.

   

• HAC Head Varsity Volleyball Coach 

  HAC, the joint interscholastic athletic program of The Harley School and Allendale Columbia School, is currently accepting applications for a Head Varsity Volleyball Coach for the 2026 fall sports season. 

  The varsity fall season is scheduled to begin Monday, August 17, 2026. 

  The Head Varsity Volleyball Coach is a crucial leader responsible for the overall direction, development, and management of the HAC volleyball program, promoting the core values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth for all student-athletes.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Program Leadership: Serve as the head of the HAC volleyball program, providing strategic vision, leadership, and support to the entire program, including the Modified and Junior Varsity coaches and staff
  • Instruction and Development: Plan, organize, and execute effective, high-quality practices and match strategies, proficiently teaching and coaching the fundamentals and advanced techniques and strategies of volleyball.
  • Student-Athlete Management and Well-Being: Manage, supervise, and ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes (typically 12+ +) during practices, travel, matches, tournaments, and team activities.
  • Culture and Values: Act as a positive role model and mentor, promoting an appreciation of teamwork, sportsmanship, commitment, and physical activity.
  • Feedback, Motivation, and Teaching: Motivate, encourage, and provide constructive, positive, and impactful feedback to participating student-athletes to improve individual performance and the overall volleyball experience.

  Administrative Duties:

  • Lead and organize essential administrative tasks, including uniform and equipment distribution, inventory, and end-of-season collection.
  • Maintain accurate records for attendance, score reporting, and promptly complete required injury reports.
  • Lead the planning and execution of offseason program-building initiatives and workouts.

  Professional Conduct: 

  Maintain a professional, positive, and composed attitude and demeanor in all situations, particularly those involving high-pressure contests or difficult circumstances.

  Compliance and Reporting:

  • Attend all required league, Section V, and NYSPHSAA meetings.
  • Report directly to the Athletic Director(s) at both The Harley School and Allendale Columbia School.
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a dynamic and busy athletic environment.

  Required Qualifications & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree or higher preferred).
  • Previous experience as a volleyball player and/or coach (High school varsity coaching experience is highly desirable).
  • Proficiency in teaching and coaching the fundamentals and strategy of volleyball.
  • Must possess or be able to acquire the following certifications prior to the start of the season:
  • NYS Coaching License or NYS Temporary Coaching License.
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification.
  • Heads Up Concussion Certification.
  • NFHS Implicit Bias Certification 
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills when working with middle/high school student-athletes, parents, and school administration.

  Schedule and Compensation

  • Work Hours: Practices typically run from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM on weekdays, but practice times are subject to change.
  • Match and tournament hours vary significantly.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required to support scheduled athletic contests, tournaments, and team-building events.
  • Stipend Range: $3,750 - $4,000 (commensurate with experience).

  Application Procedure

  Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter (or cover sheet), and at least 3 professional references to the Athletic Directors at: mtaillie@harleyschool.org and clamberton@allendalecolumbia.org.

  Applications will be accepted through Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

  About HAC

  Allendale Columbia School and The Harley School maintain a joint athletic program to offer the best possible athletic options for student-athletes. By combining resources, student bodies, facilities, as well as faculty for coaching purposes, both schools can offer dynamic sports programs that fully support the physical, mental and social development of each student athlete.

  The HAC athletics program provides a variety of team sport experiences that help develop teamwork, sportsmanship and good citizenship, while establishing good habits that prepare students for the future.

  Our student athletes experience kinship and competition, while learning to win and lose gracefully. Positive life values are developed and the time management skills the students learn will benefit them for life.

  Athletics are a very important and meaningful aspect of both Allendale Columbia and The Harley School’s education. Participating in team sports allows students to learn discipline, while developing healthy habits and experiencing the camaraderie and sense of purpose that comes when participating on a team.

  Every student is encouraged to participate in a sport and HAC athletics provides opportunities at 3 different levels: modified, J.V. and varsity. When interscholastic competition begins in Middle School, our teams are all-inclusive, so every student who wants to play can be part of the team.

• Substitute Food Service Associate

  Allendale Columbia (AC) is a thriving, diverse community of learners who engage locally and internationally to create opportunities to design, imagine, learn, and make a positive impact. Serving over 350 students in Little School (18 mo-36 mo) through Grade 12. AC is seeking an on-call Substitute Food Service Associate to support our award-winning Food Service Department. This position provides coverage during employee absences and scheduled vacations and plays an important role in ensuring nutritious, sustainable meals for our students, faculty, and staff.  Substitutes are typically scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on days coverage is needed.

  
  

  Major Areas of Responsibility:

  • Prepare meals, snacks, and salad bar items for students in Nursery–Grade 12 and for employees, following direction from the Food Service Director
  • Deliver meals to designated locations as needed
  • Serve meals to students and employees
  • Receive and put away deliveries, including items weighing up to 50 lbs
  • Safely operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, steamers, slicers, dish machines, and steam-jacket kettles
  • Wash dishes, pots, and pans; support dish room operations
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment
  • Sweep and mop floors as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director

  Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Availability to work on short notice and to cover scheduled vacations
  • Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to read and follow standardized recipes
  • Ability to work in a warm kitchen environment
  • Ability to stand, bend, lift, and be on your feet for most of the shift

  Job Type: On-call / Substitute
  Pay Range: $16 - $17 per hour; commensurate with experience

  
  

  To Apply:
  Please send your resume to jobs@allendalecolumbia.org, attention Regina Grice, Director of Human Resources. Include your full name and “Substitute Food Service” in the subject line. Please do not send a fax or paper copy. For more information about the school, visit our website at www.allendalecolumbia.org.

  
  

  Equal Employment Opportunity:
  
  

  Allendale Columbia School, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in its hiring of employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital or veteran status, age, or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

• Substitute Teacher

  Allendale Columbia is seeking experienced and dynamic educators to join a team of professionals responsible for innovative, authentic, and student-centered learning in various subject areas for Lower, Middle and Upper School grade levels (Nursery - Grade 12).

  
  

  Duties to Include the Following:

  • Carry out lesson plan instructions from the classroom teacher, and/or create lesson plans in absence of a prepared lesson
  • Take attendance according to school procedure each morning
  • Supplement lesson plans with your own class activities if lessons end early
  • Create and maintain a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and productive learning environment

  Qualifications:

  • Experience working with students
  • Experience/skills in working with collaborative relationships
  • Good knowledge of behavior management techniques with children
  • Flexibility and patience with an ever-changing schedule day to day
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, and family members
  • Ability to use good judgment
  • Be available for full-time employment that could fluctuate between the hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

  Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to  jobs@allendalecolumbia.org with the subject line "Substitute Teacher". Please do not send a fax or paper copy.