Career Opportunities
About Landmark Preschool
Landmark Preschool is affiliated with Ridgefield Academy, an independent day school in Ridgefield, CT with students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Our Landmark Preschools have programs for children ages one - five at our Ridgefield, Redding and Westport, CT locations and Bedford, NY.
Faculty Assignments
Landmark Preschool is staffed with both head teachers and assistant teachers. All faculty are expected to have expertise at the age level and/or within the subject areas for the position. In addition, it is essential to have demonstrated the ability to create a flexible educational program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. It is expected that all employees agree to perform additional assigned duties such as supervision of student activities and trips, and attendance at school events.
Additional Information
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Ridgefield Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.
Landmark Preschool is affiliated with Ridgefield Academy, an independent day school in Ridgefield, CT with students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Our Landmark Preschools have programs for children ages one - five at our Ridgefield, Redding and Westport, CT locations and Bedford, NY.
Faculty Assignments
Landmark Preschool is staffed with both head teachers and assistant teachers. All faculty are expected to have expertise at the age level and/or within the subject areas for the position. In addition, it is essential to have demonstrated the ability to create a flexible educational program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. It is expected that all employees agree to perform additional assigned duties such as supervision of student activities and trips, and attendance at school events.
Additional Information
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Ridgefield Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.
Current Openings By Campus
Landmark Bedford (New York)
Substitute Teaching Assignments
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is currently seeking substitute teachers for Preschool (Redding, Ridgefield, Westport and Bedford, NY Campuses) and Kindergarten through 8th Grade (Ridgefield Campus only). Most assignments will be on a daily basis but there are occasional opportunities for longer term assignments.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
Landmark Ridgefield
Substitute Teaching Assignments
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is currently seeking substitute teachers for Preschool (Redding, Ridgefield, Westport and Bedford, NY Campuses) and Kindergarten through 8th Grade (Ridgefield Campus only). Most assignments will be on a daily basis but there are occasional opportunities for longer term assignments.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
Landmark Redding
Substitute Teaching Assignments
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is currently seeking substitute teachers for Preschool (Redding, Ridgefield, Westport and Bedford, NY Campuses) and Kindergarten through 8th Grade (Ridgefield Campus only). Most assignments will be on a daily basis but there are occasional opportunities for longer term assignments.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
Landmark Westport
- MUSIC TEACHER - PART TIME
- Assistant Teacher - Twos
- Assistant Teacher - Fours
- Substitute Teaching Assignments
MUSIC TEACHER - PART TIME
Landmark Preschool’s Westport Campus has an opening for a part-time preschool music teacher beginning with the 2019 – 2020 school year. We are seeking candidates who have experience working with young children and are looking to share their love of music. The successful candidate will use a variety of instruction strategies to teach the students the concepts and enjoyment of music at an age-appropriate level consistent with development expectations.
The Preschool Music Teacher will create a flexible educational program for students age two to five and provide a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Additionally, the music teacher will establish effective rapport with students, motivate them to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for the enjoyment of music, balanced with understanding of rhythm, tone and other age-appropriate and music-related skills, in accordance with each student’s ability.
The music teacher must establish positive relationships with other faculty and staff members and work to coordinate music classes with themes and areas of learning for each age level. In an effort to keep parents informed of the learning and enjoyment of the music classes, a periodic newsletter will be prepared for distribution.
Education and Experience
The Preschool Music Teacher will create a flexible educational program for students age two to five and provide a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Additionally, the music teacher will establish effective rapport with students, motivate them to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for the enjoyment of music, balanced with understanding of rhythm, tone and other age-appropriate and music-related skills, in accordance with each student’s ability.
The music teacher must establish positive relationships with other faculty and staff members and work to coordinate music classes with themes and areas of learning for each age level. In an effort to keep parents informed of the learning and enjoyment of the music classes, a periodic newsletter will be prepared for distribution.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education with a focus on music education
- Minimum of one year experience working in a preschool environment
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Siobhan Powers, Director.
Assistant Teacher - Twos
Landmark Preschool’s Westport Campus is seeking an assistant teacher in our 2’s classrooms that will begin as a one day a week assignment with the possibility of additional days.
The assistant teacher will assist the head teacher by implementing the planned activities and lessons plans using the framework for the program. The assistant teacher must be able to effectively support the head teacher as well as students through a variety of methods and using positive encouragement supporting the mission of the school and the curriculum.
The successful candidate must possess a strong love for children and a willingness to work as part of a team to create positive learning communities within the classroom that acknowledges and respects children's social and emotional interactions and growth.
The hours for this position are from 8:30am until 1:30pm.
Early childhood teaching experience is required and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to: Siobhan Powers, Director, at spowers@landmarkpreschool.org
The assistant teacher will assist the head teacher by implementing the planned activities and lessons plans using the framework for the program. The assistant teacher must be able to effectively support the head teacher as well as students through a variety of methods and using positive encouragement supporting the mission of the school and the curriculum.
The successful candidate must possess a strong love for children and a willingness to work as part of a team to create positive learning communities within the classroom that acknowledges and respects children's social and emotional interactions and growth.
The hours for this position are from 8:30am until 1:30pm.
Early childhood teaching experience is required and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to: Siobhan Powers, Director, at spowers@landmarkpreschool.org
Assistant Teacher - Fours
Landmark Preschool’s Westport Campus is seeking an assistant teacher in our 4’s classroom. This is a two-day a week assignment.
The assistant teacher will assist the head teacher by implementing the planned activities and lessons plans using the framework for the program. The assistant teacher must be able to effectively support the head teacher as well as students through a variety of methods and using positive encouragement supporting the mission of the school and the curriculum.
The successful candidate must possess a strong love for children and a willingness to work as part of a team to create positive learning communities within the classroom that acknowledges and respects children's social and emotional interactions and growth.
The hours for this position are from 8:30am until 2:30pm.
Early childhood teaching experience is required and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to: Siobhan Powers, Director, at spowers@landmarkpreschool.org
Substitute Teaching Assignments
Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is currently seeking substitute teachers for Preschool (Redding, Ridgefield, Westport and Bedford, NY Campuses) and Kindergarten through 8th Grade (Ridgefield Campus only). Most assignments will be on a daily basis but there are occasional opportunities for longer term assignments.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.
We are seeking candidates with general subject matter experience for all age and grade levels as well as those who have experience in specific subject areas for our middle and upper schools. Subject areas include: Math, Science, History, English, Technology, World Languages (Spanish and French), Music and Art.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements, to: Carol Forth, Human Resources Director, at cforth@ridgefieldacademy.org.