Employment Opportunities

At The Speyer Legacy School, students are inspired to be intellectually curious and passionate. They realize their full potential as accelerated learners in a collaborative community that is committed to ethical values and action. Speyer students learn with like-minded classmates and are guided by academically fearless teachers who share and nourish their enthusiasm for knowledge and inquiry.

Founded in 2009, Speyer is an independent school that serves gifted students in Kindergarten through eighth grade. It began with 26 students in a two-classroom space on West 61st Street and has grown to more than 300 students in a modern, 85,000-square-foot campus on West 59th Street in Midtown Manhattan.

Now in its twelfth year, Speyer has developed an interdisciplinary curriculum with an innovative approach that encourages and inspires a passion for learning and questioning in each of its students. We carry on the mission established by The Speyer School in New York City in the 1930s, an experimental public school with a curriculum designed to meet the educational and social-emotional needs of gifted children founded by Dr. Leta Hollingworth. Hence the “Legacy” portion of our school’s name.

Speyer’s central principle is that accelerated learners are happier and achieve more when offered a curriculum tailored to their specific abilities and when surrounded by other high-achieving children. This insight was first introduced in the pioneering research of Dr. Hollingworth, and her premise has been re-confirmed by recent studies. Today, at Speyer, we proudly carry her work forward.

Speyer strives to provide a responsive and rigorous academic program for each and every student – and to do so by embracing diversity, practicing equity, ensuring inclusion, and promoting community. Our curriculum is culturally aware and intentionally designed to incorporate a broad range of perspectives and traditions.

Speyer continually seeks new members of our school community from diverse backgrounds and with wide ranging experiences. If you are interested in joining our community, please see our employment listings below.

For more information about employment opportunities at The Speyer Legacy School, please email employment@speyerlegacyschool.org.

The Speyer Legacy School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity among our faculty and staff.

The Speyer Legacy School seeks a full-time Advancement Associate to support the daily operations of the Advancement Office. The Advancement Associate’s primary responsibilities will be to provide general support to the Advancement Office’s daily operations including gift processing and generating reports, special projects and events, stewardship processes, and prospect research. This individual will work closely with the Director of Advancement to provide administrative support and overall project management for fundraising initiatives. 

The candidate must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, analytical, able to manage multiple projects under deadlines, and organized, while being mindful of the importance of building meaningful relationships with the school’s various constituencies. This individual is responsible for ensuring high standards of quality, consistency, and accuracy across all advancement records and reports. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working in development, project management, events, and/or database management. Experience in independent schools and/or non-profit administration is a plus.

Duties & Responsibilities

Gift Entry and Data Management

• Record all incoming donations and pledges in Veracross, the school’s database; ensure database records are accurate

• Support overall management of Veracross donor database including updating constituent information, creating new records, and data cleanup

• Prepare and send all gift acknowledgment letters

• Provide required deposit forms to the Business Office for all gifts and pledges and assist in monthly and annual reconciliations

• Prepare regular Annual Fund reports to share with Board of Trustees

• Serve as primary point of contact between Advancement Office and external vendors including Veracross, DiamondMind (the school’s payment processor), and third-party giving platforms

• Track Advancement data metrics

Events, Special Projects, and Stewardship

• Work with Director of Advancement to plan and execute donor cultivation and alumni engagement events throughout the year

• Assist in the execution of Speyer’s Annual Gala including but not limited to coordinating with vendors, managing Gala website, assisting with event logistics, and working at the event

• Enter and track event registration 

• Other duties as assigned

Prospect Research

• Conduct individual donor prospect and foundation research and gather information including their philanthropic interests, giving capacity, background, etc., using the school’s wealth screening software, iWave

• Develop efficient ways to track prospective donors

Communications

• Create and pull address lists for donor communications from Veracross

• Assist with the creation of donor reports and other printed materials

• Coordinate Annual Fund mailings

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required

• At least one year of data management experience required (Veracross experience a plus)

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• High level of initiative, proven ability to work independently, and strong time-management skills

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines 

• Must possess a strong attention to detail 

• Must have prior experience in a donor or customer service facing role 

• Experience with Excel and/or Google Sheets required

• High level of organization and ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Ability to maintain integrity and professionalism at all times, including handling highly confidential information

• Flexibility to work occasional morning and evening events

Salary and Benefit Information

This is an in-person position with the opportunity to work remotely once per week depending on the needs of the Advancement Office. Competitive benefits include health insurance; fully paid dental/vision/short-term and long-term disability; 3% retirement matching after 1 year of employment; generous paid time off and school holidays. Salary range is $​​74,000 - $82,500 commensurate with experience. 

Application Information

Please apply by sending your resume, cover letter, and names of three references to employment@speyerlegacyschool.org. Please indicate “Advancement Associate” in the subject line. 

The Speyer Legacy School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning. Must be capable of lifting and carrying items up to 40 pounds.

The Speyer Legacy School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.

The Speyer Legacy School seeks a dynamic, innovative, and passionate full-time Middle School Spanish teacher. The candidate hired will join one other Middle School Spanish teacher and will report to the Head of Middle School. They will be responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to teach in support of the school’s mission and curricular goals. The ideal candidate possesses creative problem-solving skills, enthusiasm for designing innovative curriculum, a love of Middle School students, and strong interpersonal skills that allow them to cooperate and collaborate effectively with others.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and implement motivating lessons in Spanish for Middle School grades which reflect knowledge of curriculum, students’ interests and abilities, students’ social and emotional needs, and gifted education.

• Provide a highly differentiated curriculum, meeting the learning needs and levels of all students ranging from beginner Spanish-speakers to Native/Heritage speakers.

• Establish and implement rules for behavior and classroom procedures and routines.

• Evaluate students' performance, including academic, behavioral, and social-emotional.

• Prepare student reports which include narrative descriptions of students' achievements and needs.

• Communicate regularly with families about classroom happenings and student progress.

• Demonstrate a passion for lifelong learning on a daily basis for both students and colleagues.

• Actively pursue professional development rooted in individual and schoolwide goals.

• Demonstrate a desire to meaningfully integrate technology into the classroom.

• Collaborate with colleagues, across and within disciplines and divisions, to further develop curriculum and design interdisciplinary projects/units of study.

• Participate in the school community, including faculty and committee work, and school duties, which will include running an advisory group in the Middle School.

• Promote respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value of the School, a shared responsibility in partnership with the Speyer community.

• Engage respectfully with families and demonstrate sensitivity to cultures, values, configurations, and beliefs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in Spanish education and gifted education.

• Demonstrated classroom management skills, including allocating time, space, and materials for most effective learning.

• Understanding of differentiated instruction.

• Creativity and innovation in both curriculum and instruction.

• Versatility and flexibility both within and outside of the classroom, encouraging students to think creatively, work collaboratively, embrace failure, and communicate effectively with others.

• Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Skill in creating a learning environment that is challenging, motivating, and developmentally appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in foreign language (Spanish) education or related field with commensurate experience required.

• Fluent/native level of language proficiency and knowledge of Hispanic culture.

• Masters degree and experience in gifted education preferred.

Salary Range

The annual salary for this full-time position is $72,000-116,000.

Application Information

To apply please send your resume, cover letter, a one-page educational philosophy statement, and the contact information of three references to employment@speyerlegacyschool.org. Please indicate “Middle School Spanish Teacher” in the subject line.

The Speyer Legacy School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning.

The Speyer Legacy School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.

Speyer is seeking qualified coaches at all levels of Middle School (Grade 5-8) for the 2022-2023 school year. Sports include Cross Country, Mixed Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Girls and Boys Basketball, and Track and Field.

The candidate hired will join a dedicated coaching staff and report to the Athletic Director. They will be responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to coach in support of the school’s mission and support of the athletic program. The ideal candidate possesses creative problem-solving skills, a sense of humor, a positive attitude toward change, and strong interpersonal skills that allow them to cooperate and collaborate effectively with others.

These positions are part-time, stipend positions that run for the fall and winter seasons. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and delivering age-appropriate practices. 

• Availability from approximately 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM on days when practice and/or games are held.

• Attend all afterschool events including practices and games.

• Manage equipment for the specific team.

• Develop a quality program that includes teaching relevant skills, strategies, and tactics.

• Communicate regularly with parents and athletes in regards to schedule, sportsmanship, and team needs.

• Attend coaches meetings.

• All candidates must possess, or be able to obtain, First Aid/CPR/AED certifications before the start of the season.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities  

• Knowledge of sport specific related skills.

• Demonstrates an understanding of best practices as related to coaching.

• Previous playing or coaching is encouraged but not required.

• Creativity, flexibility, and innovation.

• Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Provide student-athletes with quality instruction throughout the season.

• Assist students with gameplay feedback and instruction.

Application Information

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, a one-page coaching philosophy statement, and the contact information of three references to employment@speyerlegacyschool.org. Please indicate “Part-Time Middle School Coach Position” in the subject line and indicate in your email which sport(s) you have an interest in coaching (Cross Country, Mixed Soccer, Girls Volleyball, and/or Girls and Boys Basketball, Track and Field).

The Speyer Legacy School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning.

The Speyer Legacy School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or family composition or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.