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The Allen-Stevenson School seeks an experienced fundraising professional who will fully support the school’s vision and mission, is an excellent storyteller, and will oversee, evaluate, and provide strategic direction for all fundraising programs, including capital and endowment gifts, annual fund, major gifts, and planned giving. Responsibilities of the Director of Development include:

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as an advocate for the school’s mission, acting as a highly visible and positive ambassador to all constituencies.
• Collaborate with the Head of School (HoS) to develop and implement long- and short-term fundraising strategies.
• Lead the creation and execution of the school’s annual development plan, including fundraising campaigns, capital campaigns, and planned giving initiatives.
• Provide timely and transparent updates on development activities to the HoS and Board of Trustees.
• Serve as a liaison on the board’s Development and Trustee Committees.
• Manage the advancement calendar, ensuring all development activities align with broader institutional goals.
• Support, develop, and coach the Development Team and serve as a partner to Administrative Team colleagues.

Fundraising and Donor Relations

• Oversee key fundraising efforts, including the Annual Fund, Spring Benefit, major giving, endowments, and special events.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with the schools 900+ donors, foundations, and corporate partners. Lead all stages of the donor lifecycle: identification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to fundraising.
• Identify and research potential candidates for the board of trustees and manage the nomination and selection process with the Chair of the Trustees Committee.

Collaboration and Reporting

• Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to align the development budget with the school’s financial plan.
• Prepare and present development progress reports to the HoS and Board of Trustees.
• Actively engage with the school’s community, maintaining close relationships with students, families, alumni, and faculty to inform development efforts.

Skills and Qualifications

• Deep understanding of institutional advancement in independent schools and/or not-for profit organizations, with a proven track record in fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing comprehensive, multi-million-dollar fundraising programs.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to inspire and engage a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency with donor databases.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills to balance multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• A growth mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to the school’s mission and values.

This is a full-time, 12-month position with competitive salary and benefits. The Director of Development, who will begin the role in mid-2025, is expected to be on-site during the academic year, with flexible work arrangements available during the summer months when school is not in-session. The budgeted annual salary for this role is $225,000, depending on experience.

You can see a full description of the job at this link.

The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs and hiring. The Allen-Stevenson School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other characteristic protected by local, state and federal law. The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.

The Allen-Stevenson School seeks an experienced finance professional to be our next Chief Financial Officer. This individual will ensure fiscal responsibility, transparency, and compliance while also providing supervision for Human Resources, Food Service, Health, and Facilities. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a commitment to and understanding of our mission and values and will demonstrate exceptional qualities of character. Responsibilities of the CFO include:

Leadership & Administration

• Support the Head of School and the Board of Trustees in the development, review, and maintenance of school policies and procedures that support the mission of Allen-Stevenson and safeguard the well-being of the school and its employees.
• Engage in cooperative decision making with the Head of School, Administrative Team, and Board of Trustees; serve as liaison to the Board’s Finance and Investment Committee, Audit Committee, and Facilities Committee.
• Oversee and provide leadership to the functions of the Business Office, Food Service, Health, and Facilities teams.
• Promote a customer service-oriented environment; provide vision, training, direction, motivation, and opportunities for growth within the department and the school.
• Actively contribute to and support the school’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, as well as work with the Director of DEIB to develop and implement culturally competent policies and procedures.

Financial Management & Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies consistent with the school’s fiscal policy and compliant with state and federal laws.
• Effectively manage the financial operations of Allen-Stevenson, including endowment, investments, cash management, financial analysis, budget management, debt compliance, and all tax-exempt financing.
• Provide support to the Head of School and the Finance Committee in setting of the succeeding year’s tuition to support the enrollment and re-enrollment process.
• Oversee the risk management program and collaborate with the Head of School, Audit Committee, and insurance brokers to ensure the best pricing and insurance program as well as reduce risk exposure to the school.
• Maintain the Endowment Fund investment and reporting.
• Collaborate with Director of Auxiliary Programs to identify opportunities for auxiliary revenue generation.
• Pursue and analyze alternate sources of financing with the state and federal agencies to provide the lowest cost of money to support programs and activities.

Skills & Qualifications

• M.B.A., CPA or related advanced degree.
• Extensive leadership experience in financial management, preferably in a non-profit organization, higher education and/or independent school.
• Significant experience working with a board of trustees.
• Strong strategic and analytical problem-solving skills as pertains to financial and operational resources.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to provide leadership, vision, mentorship, and direction to a team of direct reports.
• In-depth understanding of key financial controls, rules and regulations; understanding of human resources and employment law.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; high integrity and the ability to handle highly sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to translate financial terms, concepts, and processes into understandable terms for all constituencies.
• Strong computer skills and a high level of proficiency with a variety of technology and cloud-based computing systems, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Applications, and financial and business systems software.

This is a full-time, 12-month position with competitive salary and benefits. The Chief Financial Officer, who will begin the role in mid-2025, is expected to be on-site during the academic year, with flexible work arrangements available during the summer months when school is not in-session. The budgeted annual salary for this role is $275,000, depending on experience.

A full job description is available at this link.

The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs and hiring. The Allen-Stevenson School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other characteristic protected by local, state and federal law. The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

The Allen-Stevenson School in New York City seeks a dedicated, enthusiastic teacher of mathematics for a full-time position beginning in August 2025. Qualified candidates will have experience teaching mathematics and a demonstrated commitment to and love for working with middle school boys. The successful candidate is an experienced teacher who is knowledgeable about the teaching of mathematics, grades 5-8. The successful candidate can also build an inclusive classroom, integrate technology, collaborate within and across disciplines, and contribute energy and creativity to our community. An understanding and appreciation of how boys learn best, especially the role that personal connection plays, is essential.

Reports to: Head of Upper Division and Mathematics Department Chair

Education: Master’s degree in math or related field preferred

Experience: 3 years of teaching at the middle school level

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the school’s educational mission and vision by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students toward deeper learning
• Work collaboratively with members of the math department under the leadership of the Department Chair
• Implement grade level curricula
• A commitment to choosing and teaching texts representing multiple perspectives
• Developing age-appropriate conceptual and computational skills while differentiating as needed
• Finding opportunities for cross-disciplinary connections
• Manage classroom procedures and student behavior
• Offer feedback to students on the clarity of their solutions and the quality of their written work
• Use a variety of approaches to problem-solving, including inquiry-based methods and modeling practical applications
• Nurture and prioritize meaningful connections with students so they feel welcome, valued, understood, and seen
• Consider, attend to, and prioritize the emotional components of learning, and develop teaching and assessment strategies that account for these
• Use technology effectively and appropriately to plan, enhance, and assess student learning in the classroom and for virtual lessons as necessary
• Assess student performance using formative and summative tools, as well as rubrics, and provide regular academic updates, grades and comments for report cards

• Adjust methods, content and assessments as needed to meet all student learning needs, academic and emotional, so every student has a chance to succeed
• Serve as a grade-level advisor and interact with parents as appropriate
• Collaborate with division and team members with flexibility, creativity and humor to develop program and ensure student success
• Supervise clubs, class trips, daily recess and lunch duties
• Communicate effectively and in a timely fashion, with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
• Perform additional duties and participate in the life of the school

Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, and Expectations:

• Ability to teach critical thinking, reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
• Demonstrate familiarity with NCTM/CORE standards and how they align with your teaching approach
• An understanding of student-centered, interdisciplinary and differentiated learning
• Ability to learn, grow professionally, and implement best practices; a dedication to lifelong learning
• Cultural competence and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Collaboration skills and a desire to work with others
• Ability to create and foster positive relationships with colleagues and students
• An approach teaching and learning with a sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy
• An open-mind and flexible attitude to working with students and colleagues

This is eligible for a complete benefits package. Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Please visit The Allen-Stevenson School website for more information about the School. To explore this exciting opportunity, please submit a current professional resume, along with a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications, to [email protected]. 

The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks to promote the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs and hiring. The Allen-Stevenson School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other characteristic protected by local, state and federal law. The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.

Allen-Stevenson is looking for substitute teachers for all divisions and departments of the school. Candidates should have a minimum of a BA degree and some previous experience working with children ages 5 though 14. Please submit your resume to [email protected]. Effective December 2024, the rate for a full day is $200 and for a half day is $110.