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Thank you for your interest in Ross as a potential employer.
We hope you will take a moment to explore the job opportunities listed here. Preference is given to candidates who act as boarding parents, living in boarding houses with students. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@ross.org.
Ross School is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any phase of employment. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status. View our Nondiscriminatory Policy.
Current Openings
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Job Title: Lower School Visual Arts Teacher
Department: Lower School
School Level: PK3 – Grade 6
Reports to: Associate Head of School & Head of Lower School
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: 10-Month, Full-time
Prepared: July 2026
Salary Range: $52,500 - $65,000
Position Summary
The Ross School Visual Arts Department seeks a dynamic and collaborative Visual Arts Teacher for a full-time position in the Lower School, teaching students in PK3 through Grade 6. Based on the pedagogy outlined in the Ross School Spiral Curriculum, the objectives of teaching at Ross School include tailoring each student's program to individual needs, interests, and abilities; promoting independence and dependability; and enhancing students' social skills and sense of responsibility toward others.
This position is based in the Lower School and centers on developing and delivering an age-appropriate visual arts curriculum across 2D and 3D media for young learners. The teacher will introduce foundational art-making skills, art historical context, and creative process in ways developmentally suited to early childhood and elementary-age students, while supporting Lower School-wide programming, events, and community life.
At Ross, many faculty are practicing artists, and this position supports independent creative practice alongside teaching.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach Visual Arts classes to students in PK3 through Grade 6, introducing foundational skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, and other 2D/3D media appropriate to early childhood and elementary developmental stages.
Design and deliver a sequential, age-appropriate art curriculum consistent with the Ross Spiral Curriculum, building skills and creative confidence year over year.
Introduce students to art history and diverse artistic traditions in developmentally appropriate, engaging ways.
Foster project- and skill-based learning that encourages exploration, experimentation, and reflection.
Lead age-appropriate discussions and critiques that build observational, communication, and reflective skills.
Collaborate with Lower School classroom teachers to integrate visual arts with classroom curriculum and interdisciplinary themes.
Maintain and organize the Lower School art classroom/studio, materials, and equipment.
Collaboratively maintain and support Lower School and school-wide exhibitions of student work.
Engage with the school-wide community, including visiting artists and school events, with possible leadership opportunities in curriculum development.
Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities, including contributing to grade-level newsletters as needed.
Promote the Visual Arts program within the Lower School community.
Student Supervisory Responsibilities
Understanding the developmental and emotional needs and milestones of PK3–Grade 6 students.
Ensuring the safety of students at all times; educating students through differentiation of instruction and the ongoing tracking of student performance.
Identifying and responding to student issues in a timely and productive manner.
Directing and coordinating student activities.
Participating in student life skills and/or advisory programming as applicable to the Lower School.
Qualifications
An active visual art specialty and practice.
B.F.A. or B.A. required; Master's degree preferred.
Experience teaching young children (early childhood/elementary level) strongly preferred.
A love of art history and a passion for teaching art as a practice.
The Lower School Teacher is expected to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must be able to accept and assume assigned responsibilities and make responsible decisions when required that are aligned with the Ross Mission, Philosophy, and Core Values.
Work Environment
Ability to relocate from one physical space to another throughout the course of the teaching day as well as attend off-site field trips.
Frequent standing or walking while performing classroom duties.
Occasional lifting and moving of books, classroom materials, and equipment.
Required Competencies
Ability to demonstrate expert knowledge of content and skills related to discipline(s) hired to teach.
Ability to effectively engage with learners of all levels and backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate awareness and importance of international education and intercultural understanding.
Ability to create learning environments that promote active engagement of all students.
Ability to support the academic needs and course work for students, families, and other professionals associated with Ross distance learning programs.
Ability to read, analyze, develop, and interpret documents such as curriculum, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in the language of instruction.
Ability to work collaboratively to advance the goals and strategic plan of the organization consistent with the Ross Mission, Philosophy, and Core Values.
Ability to accept and work in a dynamic setting with multiple priorities.
Ability to demonstrate a sense of purpose and priorities balanced with a sense of humor.
Ability to communicate in a professional manner, both written and orally, with parents, students, colleagues, and others.
Ability to speak effectively before groups and/or employees of the organization.
Ability to effectively use technology in communication and instruction.
Ability to engage in teamwork and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to engage in and support all research initiatives of the organization as a Lab School.
Ability to relocate from one physical space to another throughout the course of the teaching day, as well as attend off-site field trips.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-sponsored life insurance; voluntary life and AD&D insurance; supplemental insurance plans; voluntary short and long term disability plan; flexible spending accounts; pet insurance; and an Employee Assistance Program.
403(b) Retirement plan with employer contribution.
Tuition remission benefit for eligible dependent children enrolled in the school.
Professional development support including relevant certifications and conference attendance.
Paid time off and school holiday schedule.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to HR@ross.org:
A cover letter that speaks to your interest in Ross’s interdisciplinary, student-centered educational program.
Current resume or curriculum vitae.
A brief statement of teaching philosophy.
Contact information for three professional references (references will not be contacted without prior notification).
Application Deadline: Open until filled; priority review begins upon receipt
Start Date: Flexible; ideally prior to the start of the next school year
Contact: Human Resources at HR@ross.org.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities. The school reserves the right to modify responsibilities as organizational needs evolve.
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Department: Cafe
Reports to: Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)
Prepared Date: August 28, 2025
Hourly Rate of Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Summary
The Evening Line Chef supports the Ross School Café by preparing and serving high-quality meals in alignment with the Café’s philosophy of wellness, nutrition, and teamwork. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and adherence to food safety standards while ensuring smooth service during afternoon and early evening hours.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities*
Other duties may be assigned.
Prepare and execute menu items across all areas of food production, including but not limited to prep, butchery, cold food preparation, sautéing, grilling, roasting, frying, steaming, baking, pastry, and plating.
Manage the flow and service of assigned kitchen stations, particularly during peak hours, ensuring adequate supply of menu items and timely service.
Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in compliance with Suffolk County Board of Health regulations and Ross School Café practices.
Follow cleaning and equipment maintenance protocols for designated work areas.
Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding equipment issues, supply shortages, food waste, or unusual occurrences.
Uphold professional appearance and personal hygiene standards, wearing the proper uniform at all times.
Apply safe lifting and handling procedures.
Participate in Café curriculum integration projects, special events, and culinary classes as needed.
Collaborate effectively with co-workers to maintain a positive and efficient kitchen environment.
Cover additional weeknight or weekend shifts if requested.
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment.
Strong technical cooking skills across multiple stations.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
Physical Demands
Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, and move between work areas for extended periods.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Ability to follow and create written and verbal instructions, including recipes, prep lists, and production schedules.
Ability to read, record, and maintain food logs and records.
Commitment to teamwork and a collaborative work style.
*Duties and responsibilities may be adjusted by management as needed.
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Department: Residential Life
Reports to: Director of Residential Life
FLSA Status: ExemptSummary
The primary objectives of this position are to build a positive environment within the Ross community for all students and to fulfill the academic coverage needs of the school. This is accomplished by being an open and accessible presence on either the Upper and or Lower campus and at the boarding houses. Teaching Associates and Boarding House Parents are expected to participate fully in the life of the school and to conduct their duties and assignments with the expectation of engaging students and colleagues both in service and in learning. Teaching duties and school day coverage duties will be assigned by the respective Division Head.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
General Expectations
Express enthusiasm and concern for our house parent-student relationships and student learning and growth.
Work together with other House Parents as a member of a team, offering assistance when needed.
Monitor student movement and behavior using the Orah system.
Attend House Parent meetings as needed, run by the Director of Residential Life.
Read and understand the Boarding Program section of the School Handbook.
Maintain regular contact with students’ parents.
Drive assigned school vehicles when asked.
Report any needed maintenance for either the house or school vehicles in a timely fashion.
Monitor the boarding house you reside in for cleanliness.
Oversee the arrival and departure of students throughout the school year from vacations and ensure that all necessary closing procedures are accomplished.
Provide necessary access to both the houses’ shared and personal spaces at any point throughout the school year, as the houses are the property of Ross School. (Advance notice will be given, if possible, but cannot be guaranteed in all instances.)
Weekday Expectations
Teaching assistant and/or coverage duties as assigned by the respective Division Head. Teaching assistant responsibilities may include:
Working under the direction of a Lead Teacher
Attending team and domain-specific meetings in relation to the duty assignments
Participating in grade-level integrations in relation to knowledge-specific content areas
Supporting study halls, day-time coverage, and driving responsibilities
Directing and coordinating student activities
Attending Professional Development sessions, and faculty/staff meetings.
Student supervisory responsibilities
Understanding the developmental and emotional needs as well as milestones for the age group
Always ensuring the safety of students; assisting with all students’ needs during the school day.
Identifying and responding to student issues in a timely and productive manner
Be on boarding duty during a set schedule every week. Duty for each house is shared between two assigned House Parents and includes dinner, roll calls, study hour monitoring, and lights out.
Weekend Expectations
House Parents are on a duty rotation on weekends, and duties vary in scope and length, and at times, help chaperone off-campus/out-of-town trips for boarding students.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Required
Ability to relocate from one physical space to another throughout the course of the day and attend off-site field trips.
Ability to correspond in English with parents, students, colleagues, and others.
Ability to work with translators to communicate with parents/guardians of students whose primary language is not English.
Ability to use technology in communication.
Flexible personality and ability to engage in teamwork and work cooperatively with others.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at hr@ross.org.
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Summary
The primary objective of this faculty position is educating and providing daily direction to students by performing the following duties outlined below.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Substitute Teacher assists in filling in when a FT/PT teacher is out on leave.
The Substitute Teacher ensures that appropriate domain-specific standards and benchmarks are addressed and actively participates in the integration of all domains through regularly scheduled team meetings at the appropriate grade level/s.
The Substitute Teacher is responsible for all aspects of the development, refinement, and implementation of the academic program for the courses he/she teaches, with full documentation in designated digital tools.
In the case of a long-term appointment, substitutes should report to their domain Dean.
The Substitute Teacher follows and implements lessons and projects in a manner consistent with the Ross School mission and philosophy and provides students with frequent age-appropriate and differentiated assignments, ongoing assessment, and timely feedback.
The Substitute Teacher assists in writing progress reports and learning evaluations specific to each student and prepares for and participates in parent-teacher conferences.
This position is expected to keep parents of students he/she teaches informed of student progress, when appropriate, in between formal learning evaluations and conferences and to respond to parent emails and calls in a timely manner.
The Substitute Teacher is expected to write a monthly newsletter to the parents of the students he/she teaches and regularly post these in Blackbaud.
The Substitute Teacher is expected to copy the Head of Middle School or Head of High School, depending on who they are filling in for on all general informational communications to parent(s) about classroom activities and events.
The Substitute Teacher has required duties in the area of Student Life while filling in for positions. This is to be assigned based on the needs of the school. Duties include weekday afternoons and evenings.
The Substitute Teacher is expected to uphold the Ross Mission, Philosophy, and Core Values at all times.
The Substitute Teacher is expected to participate in travel and special events specific to the grade level.
Duties and responsibilities may be modified from time to time, and additional duties may be assigned.
The Substitute Teacher is expected to uphold and model all policies and procedures that apply to all employees as outlined in the Faculty and Staff Handbook for Ross Institute and Ross School.
Student Supervisory Responsibilities
Understanding the developmental and emotional needs as well as milestones for the age group.
Ensuring the safety of students at all times
Assisting with all students’ needs during the school day.
Educating students through differentiation of instruction and the ongoing tracking of student performance.
Identifying and responding to student issues in a timely and productive manner.
Directing and coordinating of student activities.
Participating in student life skills program.
Qualifications
The Substitute Teacher is expected to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must be able to accept and assume assigned responsibilities and make responsible decisions when required that are aligned with the Ross Mission, Philosophy, and Core Values.
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Higher education is preferred.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Required
Ability to demonstrate expert knowledge of content and skills related to discipline(s) hired to teach.
Ability to effectively engage with learners of all levels and backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate awareness and importance of international education and intercultural understanding.
Ability to create learning environments that promote active engagement of all students.
Ability to support the academic needs and course work of students, families, and other professionals associated with Ross distance learning programs.
Ability to read, analyze, develop, and interpret documents such as curriculum, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in the language of instruction.
Ability to work collaboratively to advance the goals and strategic plan of the organization consistent with the Ross Mission, Philosophy, and Core Values.
Ability to accept and work in a dynamic setting with multiple priorities.
Ability to demonstrate a sense of purpose and priorities balanced with a sense of humor.
Ability to communicate in a professional manner, both written and orally, with parents, students, colleagues, and others.
Ability to speak effectively before groups and /or employees of the organization.
Ability to effectively use technology in communication and instruction.
Ability to engage in teamwork and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to engage in and support all research initiatives of the organization as a Lab School.
Ability to relocate from one physical space to another throughout the course of the teaching day, as well as attend off-site field trips.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at hr@ross.org.
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A Counselor’s primary job is to assist their Head Counselors and Instructors in whatever tasks and childcare are needed throughout Morning Immersion, Lunch, and Afternoon Activities. Special tasks Counselors can expect to be assigned by Administration staff include lunch duties, campus cleaning efforts, and other daily responsibilities.
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An Instructor is a professional in their given artistic, athletic, or scientific field. Instructors are responsible for preparing daily lesson plans and curricula for their Immersion and/or Afternoon Activity instruction periods and maintaining their workspace. Instructors are expected to encourage and reinforce positive and cooperative behavior among their campers, CITs, Counselors, and Head Counselors.
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The Summer Camp Healthcare Provider is an RN, LPN, or EMT who maintains inventory of medical supplies and maintains the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; assists in the maintenance of health records for all students; assists with and administers first aid and routine and emergency treatment to students and employees as required; compiles reports and verifies student attendance; prepares health records and reports as required; alerts parents/guardians regarding incomplete student immunization records and health record information.
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The Summer Camp Administrative Coordinator supports the successful daily operations of the summer camp program by managing administrative systems, coordinating communications, and ensuring a smooth experience for campers, families, and staff. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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The Sports Camp administrator position is a front-facing role that deals directly with the issues and concerns of camp families, campers, counselors, and instructors/coaches. During the summer, administrators can fill many roles related to the camp operation. These roles include, but are not limited to, registration, overseeing daily drop-off/pick-up, lunch coordination, bussing, working camp reception, assisting with payroll, creation of the weekly newsletter, summer staff orientation, and coach/camper supervision.
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The Summer Camp Lifeguard is responsible for supervising campers during all water-related activities while maintaining constant vigilance and enforcing safety rules to prevent accidents and injuries. This position requires the ability to respond immediately to aquatic emergencies and provide CPR and First Aid as needed. When not performing lifeguard duties, the successful candidate will serve as a Summer Camp Counselor or Instructor, engaging with campers in educational and recreational programming. Additional responsibilities assigned by the administration may include lunch supervision, campus cleaning efforts, and other daily operational tasks. Applicants must possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification that remains valid throughout the employment period.
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The Summer Tennis Coach is responsible for delivering high-quality tennis instruction while also serving as a positive, energetic counselor for campers. This role blends on-court coaching with off-court supervision, mentorship, and camp leadership to ensure a safe, fun, and development-focused experience for all participants.