Working at Unquowa

The Unquowa School prides itself on dedicated and talented faculty and staff who are committed to working together to develop an unafraid spirit in each and every student. Unquowa seeks individuals who are committed to our Mission and values and who understand the power of a collaborative and diverse learning community.

Unquowa School is a PreK–8 independent school in Fairfield, Connecticut, committed to academic excellence through flexible, engaging learning experiences. In close partnership with families, our faculty supports both the academic and social-emotional growth of every student. We nurture a community where children feel seen, supported, and challenged—while also finding joy in their learning every day.

Available Faculty Positions:

Third Grade Teacher, 2026/27 School Year:

Unquowa School, an independent is seeking a full-time 3rd Grade Teacher to join our faculty beginning in August 2026. We are looking for a warm, skilled, and experienced elementary educator who understands the academic, social, and emotional needs of third grade students and is committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and thoughtfully develop Unquowa’s established third grade curriculum across core subject areas
• Create a classroom culture that supports curiosity, independence, collaboration, and academic growth
• Use instructional strategies and assessments to meet diverse learning needs, monitor progress, and inform instruction
• Support students as they build confidence, responsibility and independence
• Collaborate with colleagues, learning specialists, department chairs, and administrators to support curriculum alignment and student growth
• Maintain clear and current curriculum documentation
• Communicate regularly and supportively with families
• Participate in the life of the school, including faculty meetings, professional development, student activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of prior lead teaching experience in elementary grades.
• Familiarity with Singapore Math, and/or Bookworms literacy program is a plus.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support a range of learners.

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least two references to Carlene Gordon, Dean of Faculty, at carlene.gordon@unquowa.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Middle School English Teacher, 2026/27 School Year:

Unquowa School seeks a skilled and collaborative Middle School English Teacher to join our Upper School Humanities Team. This position is ideal for an educator with a strong background in teaching writing, literature, and language skills to middle school students, and who is committed to supporting a range of learners in an engaging, student-centered classroom. This role may also include the opportunity to advise our award-winning literary magazine, Pen & Paper.

Responsibilities:

• Teach middle school humanities classes with a focus on writing, literature, grammar, and vocabulary
• Design and implement engaging lessons that develop students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and help all students grow
• Provide timely, thoughtful feedback on student work
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student engagement and belonging
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, instruction, and cross-disciplinary opportunities
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, families, and colleagues
• Participate fully in the life of the school, including meetings, events, and professional development
• Lead or support student literary work, including capstone speech writing, and the possibility of advising our award-winning literary magazine, Pen & Paper

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Experience teaching English and/or Humanities at the middle school level
• Strong understanding of writing instruction, literary analysis, and adolescent literacy development
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse learners
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Experience serving as a middle school advisor is a plus
• Experience advising student publications or literary magazines is a plus

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least two references to Carlene Gordon, Dean of Faculty, at carlene.gordon@unquowa.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Substitute Teachers:
We are looking for dedicated and caring individuals who have experience with children to work as substitute teachers. Experienced candidates should hold degree and/or certification in field; knowledge of, experience with or training in education is highly desirable; all positions require team teaching and strong collaborative skills. To apply, please send a current resume along with a letter of interest to carlene.gordon@unquowa.org, Dean of Faculty.

Benefits Package:

The Unquowa School offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits to eligible employees including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contribution to a TIAA-CREF 403(b) retirement plan
• Group life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Funding for professional development, including summer travel grants
• Tuition remission for the children of full-time faculty, administrators and staff

It is the policy and practice of the School to hire and employ individuals without regard to gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, religion, marital status, veteran status national origin, ancestry, genetic information, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, physical disability, age or any other protected characteristic.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the School’s non-discrimination policies, including its Title IX policy:

Name: Janice Cerone, Business Manager/HR
Office Address: 981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT  06825
Telephone Number: 203-362-2561
Email Address: janice.cerone@unquowa.org

 For assistance related to Title IX or other civil rights laws, please contact ODICR at (202)205-6750 or https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/odicr.