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 Staff Positions:

Technology Systems Administrator – Full-Time, 12-Month Position

Unquowa School, an independent PreK–8 school, seeks a highly organized and service-oriented Technology Systems Administrator to provide day-to-day technology support and serve as the school’s liaison with Sourcepass, its managed service provider (MSP).

This position will resolve routine technology issues, coordinate more complex needs with Sourcepass, and support schoolwide systems and scheduling.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide front-line and intermediate technical support for devices, software, connectivity, user accounts, classroom technology, and school platforms.
• Document and escalate advanced technical issues to Sourcepass and coordinate their resolution.
• Support Sourcepass with the deployment and management of the school’s MacBook devices through Jamf, including setup, inventory, repairs, and end-of-lease returns.
• Administer and troubleshoot the Zoom phone system.
• Maintain accounts, access, and permissions for Google Workspace for Education, the LMS, SIS, Active Directory, SchoolMessenger, and subscription-based platforms, and troubleshoot projectors, displays, and other school technology.
• Train and support faculty, staff, students and parents in the use of the school’s LMS.
• Oversee registrations and related updates in the Programs Module of the LMS.
• Set up and provide technology support for school programs and events.
• Collaborate with school leadership to create and maintain schedules for classes, classrooms, faculty, rehearsals, and testing.

Qualifications:

• Experience providing front-line and intermediate technical support.
• Experience managing Apple devices through Jamf required.
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Zoom required.
• Experience supporting Google Workspace for Education preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Apple devices, cloud-based platforms, and user-account management.
• Experience supporting an LMS and training users with varying levels of technical experience.
• Experience with school scheduling or scheduling software is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• School technology experience and a bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field preferred.
• Requirement: Must pass a mandatory fingerprint background check

Summer hours are required for device deployment, maintenance, scheduling, and preparation for the school year, with flexibility based on school needs. Occasional evening or weekend availability may also be required to provide technology support for school events. To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least two professional references to: Janice Cerone, Human Resources Manager janice.cerone@unquowa.org

School Operations Assistant – Full-Time, 10-Month Position

Unquowa School, an independent PreK-8 school, seeks a highly organized, outgoing, self starter for our School Operations Assistant position.  This role ensures the campus runs smoothly by managing daily guest logistics, answering inquiries, and executing critical administrative tasks.  The ideal candidate is a highly organized, calm multi-tasker who thrives in a fast paced environment and communicates warmly with students, parents and staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet visitors:  Serve as the primary point of contact for parents, guests and vendors while enforcing school security check-in protocols.
• Manage Communications: Answer multi-line phone calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate staff, and manage the general school email account.
• Support families:  Assist parents with student sign-ins, early dismissals, registrations and general school information.

Daily School Logistics and Staff Support

• Coordinate substitute teachers:  Manage the morning scramble by identifying teacher absences, assigning substitute coverage, and welcoming guest teachers.
• Track student attendance:  Monitor daily attendance records, contact families regarding unexcused absences.
• Distribute mail and supplies:  Sort incoming and outgoing mail, manage deliveries and keep the main office neat and organized

Administrative Support

• Serve as a flexible resource to assist Advancement and Admissions Teams when needed during peak workloads

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in an administrative, customer services or front office role (school environment preferred)
• Education: High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel), Google Workspace and willingness to learn our school database
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service mindset
• Professional Demeanor: Present a professional demeanor and calm presence during chaotic front-office moments
• Requirement: Must pass a mandatory fingerprint background check

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Janice Cerone, Human Resources Manager janice.cerone@unquowa.org

Available Faculty Positions:

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.