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The faculty and staff at Hopkins are intelligent, motivated individuals who are dedicated not only to their respective responsibilities, but to the overall mission of the School as well. There is a great sense of community among employees on campus and across all departments.

Hopkins faculty members are selected as much for their genuine interest in young people and willingness to get involved in every phase of school life as for their scholarship and teaching ability. They are intent on forming a partnership with their students in which there is a shared commitment to excellence. In addition to teaching, most faculty members advise, coach, and/or supervise a student activity. Nearly two-thirds of the faculty holds advanced degrees; others are pursuing them. Many teachers have been at Hopkins for ten years or more, which provides stability and a valuable pool of professional experience.

The Staff at Hopkins consists of administrative assistants; members of the Business, Alumni/ae & Development, Communication and Admission Offices; the Technology Department; and the Maintenance / Buildings and Grounds team. These positions represent much of the backbone of the School's operations and thus, as with faculty, these employees are selected carefully.

Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity, and it prohibits discrimination because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and other legally protected classes or classifications.

Open Academic Positions

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  • College Counselor

    Hopkins School, an independent, gender-inclusive, college-preparatory day school in New Haven, Connecticut serving 715 students in grades 7-12, is seeking a full-time Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling. This is an exempt faculty employee (10 months, mid-August to mid-June) reporting to the Director of College Counseling. 
      
    Qualified candidates should be well-versed in the nuances of highly selective college admissions, as 100% of graduating students attend four-year colleges. Both college admissions and college counseling experience are preferred. A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred. College counseling responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • closely supporting approximately 40 juniors and 40 seniors and their families throughout the college search and application process
    • writing thorough and compelling letters of recommendation for those students
    • collaborating with members of college counseling department on programming, including presenting at parent night and other events
    • participating in professional development opportunities as appropriate.

    The faculty and staff at Hopkins are motivated by working with young people to instill a love of learning not only in their respective fields but also in the broader community. An intellectually rigorous and demographically diverse community, Hopkins strives to foster an equitable and inclusive learning environment where all feel welcome, known and supported in their learning journey. Faculty and staff are committed to this work and to continuing to develop their own cultural competency in support of the school's mission.

    Full-time faculty members typically serve as advisers for a group of 6-8 students in one grade; attend department, grade-level adviser, and faculty meetings (some of which occur before or after the school day); maintain verbal and written professional contact with students, colleagues and families; serve on one faculty committee; occasionally chaperone after-school student events; participate in the broader life of the School; and support the School community by setting a positive example in all areas of school life and upholding and enforcing school rules and procedures.

    Interested candidates should submit resume and cover letter to: 
    A. Joel D’Angelo Ph.D.
    Dean of Faculty
    Hopkins School

    Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

  • Director of Athletic and Health Services

    Hopkins School, an independent, gender-inclusive, college-preparatory day school in New Haven, Connecticut serving 715 students in grades 7-12, is seeking a full-time Director of Athletic and Health Services (DAHS).
      
    The faculty and staff at Hopkins are motivated by working with young people to instill a love of learning not only in their respective fields but also in the broader community. An intellectually rigorous and demographically diverse community, Hopkins strives to foster an equitable and inclusive learning environment where all feel welcome, known and supported in their learning journey.  Faculty and staff are committed to this work and to continuing to develop their own cultural competency in support of the school's mission.
     
    The  Director of Athletic and Health Services (DAHS) at Hopkins School is an exempt faculty employee (10 months, mid-August to mid-June) reporting directly to the Athletic Director. The DAHS is generally responsible for the health and well-being of students and student-athletes through preventive health measures as well as the treatment of athletic injuries.  The Director also provides effective leadership to a team of two Athletic Trainers and works collaboratively with the other administrators, faculty, staff, and families. 

    The DAHS should:
    • Collaboratively lead a team of two Athletic Trainers, maintaining a professional, safe, and welcoming environment for all community members.
    • Collaborate with the athletic training team to provide preventative athletic medical care to all members of the community.
    • Develop and communicate a schedule of athletic trainer presence throughout each school day from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and at all home athletic events.
    • Coordinate the presence of a Hopkins Athletic Trainer at all home and away Football games.
    • Provide acute athletic and general health care.
    • Work closely with the athletic training team to support coaches, athletes, and families with regard to care and return-to-play decisions for student-athletes.
    • Liaison with the School’s Consulting Physicians to help coordinate safe and effective school health policies, strategies, and practices.
    • Collaborate with other Hopkins faculty, staff, and administrators to communicate and promote health policies, strategies, and practices.
    • Collaborate with the Director of Counseling and the Student Support Team to support overall student health and wellness.
    • Manage athletic training room equipment and supplies.
    • Coordinate the collection, review, and keeping of student medical records in compliance with the immunization requirements of the State of Connecticut. 
    • Coordinate the dispensing of student medication in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut 
    • Assist the Athletic Department with the selection of proper athletic protective equipment.
    • Serve as a member of the School’s Crisis Team.
    • Maintain professionalism and standards of a Hopkins Faculty member as prescribed in The Faculty Guidelines and The Hopkins Employee Handbook.
    • Be comfortable working in a dynamic, diverse, and fast-paced work environment with students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds.

    Desired qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree or higher.
    • Connecticut Athletic Training certification in good standing, or licensed nurse, or the equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in athletic health services.
    • A minimum of 1-3 years experience in a secondary school is preferred.

    Full-time faculty members typically serve as an adviser for a group of 6-8 students in one grade; attend department,  grade-level adviser, and faculty meetings; maintain verbal and written professional contact with students, colleagues, and families; serve on one faculty committee; chaperone after-school student events; and participate in the broader life of the School. 

    Interested candidates should send a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three references or three reference letters, and transcript(s) to:

    A. Joel D’Angelo Ph. D.
    Dean of Faculty
    Hopkins School

    Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
     

  • Full-time English Teacher

    Hopkins School, an independent, gender-inclusive, college-preparatory day school in New Haven, Connecticut serving 715 students in grades 7-12, is seeking a full-time English Teacher.
      
    The faculty and staff at Hopkins are motivated by working with young people to instill a love of learning not only in their respective fields but also in the broader community. An intellectually rigorous and demographically diverse community, Hopkins strives to foster an equitable and inclusive learning environment where all feel welcome, known, and supported in their learning journey.  Faculty and staff are committed to this work and to continuing to develop their own cultural competency in support of the school's mission.
      
    The position includes teaching four sections of high school English. Full-time faculty members typically serve as an adviser for a group of 6-8 students in one grade; attend department, grade-level adviser, and faculty meetings (some of which occur before or after the school day); maintain verbal and written professional contact with students, colleagues, and families; serve on one faculty committee; chaperone after-school student events; participate in the broader life of the school; and, support the school community by setting a positive example in all areas of school life and upholding and enforcing school rules and procedures.

    A bachelor's degree in English or a related field is required, an advanced degree is preferred. Secondary school teaching experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with post-secondary teaching experience will be considered.

    For more information about Hopkins School, please browse our website www.hopkins.edu.

    If you would like to apply for this position, please send a cover letter, current resume, contact information for three references or three reference letters, and transcript(s) to:

    A. Joel D’Angelo Ph. D.
    Dean of Faculty
    Hopkins School

    Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

  • Full-time Librarian

    Hopkins School, an independent, gender-inclusive, college-preparatory day school in New Haven, Connecticut, with about 715 students in grades 7-12,  is seeking a full-time Librarian
      
    The faculty and staff at Hopkins are motivated by working with young people to instill the love of learning not only in their respective fields but also in the broader community. Hopkins strives to create and foster an equitable and inclusive learning environment that leans into diverse perspectives to create a supportive environment for all to learn. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts that develop a community where all can thrive.

    Successful candidates should:
    • Hold a Master’s degree in Library Science.
    • Have basic computer skills.
    • Have the ability to learn and use a variety of library technology.
    • Provide instruction in research and library skills to students in grades 7-12, in collaboration with teachers.
    • Cover one of two circulation desks in the library (check books in or out, answer basic questions, shelve materials, supervise students).
    • Lead and assist with library projects (weeding, inventory, etc).
    • Catalog new materials.
    • Assist with material selection.
    • Assist with programming and displays.
    • Collaborate with other librarians.
    • Provide reference and one-on-one research help.
    • Provide reader’s advisory.
    • Preferably have experience working in a library or school setting.
    • Be responsible for library supervision one time per week until 6:00 p.m.
    • Preferably have teaching experience.

    Full-time faculty members typically serve as an adviser for a group of 6-8 students in one grade; attend grade-level adviser and faculty meetings; maintain verbal and written professional contact with students, colleagues, and families; serve on one faculty committee; chaperone after-school student events; and participate in the broader life of the School. 

    Send cover letter, current resume, contact information for three references or three reference letters, and transcript(s) to:

    A. Joel D’Angelo Ph. D.
    Dean of Faculty
    Hopkins School

    Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

  • Substitute Teachers

    Hopkins School, an independent, co-educational, college-preparatory day school in New Haven, Connecticut, with over 700 students in grades 7-12, has a regular need for substitute teachers for all subjects. Needs arise regularly on a per diem basis with an occasional need extending for a longer-term. 
     
    Substitute teaching opportunities can become available at quite short notice. The remuneration is $25/class and the preparation is minimal. As the need and preparation extends, compensation will increase. 

    A bachelor's degree in a related field is required and secondary school teaching experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with post-secondary teaching experience will be considered.

    For consideration please contact:

    A. Joel D’Angelo Ph. D.
    Dean of Faculty
    Hopkins School


    Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.
     

Open General Employment Positions

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  • COMMUNITY SAFETY OFFICER

    POSITION PURPOSE:
    Responsible for providing security services for students, faculty, administrators, and guests.  Secures school facilities, property, and equipment.  Responds to security and emergency situations on campus.  Patrols a 108-acre campus to provide person, facility, and equipment security. Also provides hospitality information, directions, parking, and escort service as needed.  Generally, second shift hours start at 2:30 PM and end at 11:00 PM and include an unpaid 30-minute meal break.  

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Patrols assigned areas on foot and/or in a vehicle (golf cart) to ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors, as well as of buildings and equipment
    • Checks doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secure and closes and locks them as necessary
    • Monitors fire and smoke alarms and assists with testing fire and life safety systems
    • Monitor surveillance video as needed
    • Respond to all calls for service
    • Provides campus and/or building access for police and fire personnel responding to an alarm or other emergency
    • Provides public assistance, including information, directions and, as appropriate, access to buildings
    • Assists daily bus and event parking
    • Provides escort services as needed for students, faculty, staff and visitors
    • Helps implement emergency procedures and protocols for the safety and wellbeing of the community 
    • Complete annual and biannual training assignments
    • Shovels snow and spreads sand/ice melt on walkways and stairs outside buildings
    • Delivers packages upon arrival
    • Informs and warns violators of infractions of school rules
    • Prepares routine and regular reports
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

    The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the essential duties of this job.
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • At least six (6) months of related work experience and/or several working as work as a public service in law enforcement and/or as an Emergency Responder.  
    • Positive recommendation from current and at least one prior employer.

    Skills and Abilities:
    • Valid Connecticut driver’s license with no moving violations or accidents in the past three years
    • Valid Connecticut Security Guard Card (or ability to obtain upon hire)
    • Valid CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
    • Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees, parents, alumni, trustees, friends of the school, and independent contractors
    • Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel in a timely and effective manner
    • Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
    • Ability to perform basic computer tasks, gather data, compile information, and prepare reports concerning safety and security issues
    • Ability to resolve complaints and concerns and/or to refer the complainant to appropriate school personnel
    • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
    • Ability to balance institutional and individual needs in accordance with the mission of the School
    • Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures
    • Ability to shovel snow and spread ice melt/sand to provide safe access to buildings
    • Ability to work with others and independently, as necessary
    • Ability to work flex-time and overtime hours as needed
    • Ability to drive a golf cart responsibly and safely

    WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
    • The work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the school.
    • Must ascend and descend stairs
    • Must be able to stand or walk for at least two hours without rest
    • As work is mostly outside, must be able to tolerate and perform duties in extreme, as well as normal, weather conditions
    • Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
    • Noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud
    • The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and extreme heat

  • MAINTENANCE/FACILITIES TECHNICIAN, GROUNDS

    Status: Full-Time, benefits eligible
    FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
    Reports To: Director of Facilities

    Position Description: This position performs skilled/manual work functions related to general campus maintenance and athletic field maintenance. Reports directly to the Director of Facilities but takes direction on a daily basis from the athletic grounds supervisors or other seasoned facilities employee.  Must be able to operate a variety of mowers, field lining machines, and tractors to maintain athletic fields. Overtime availability and schedule flexibility is mandatory.

    Duties may include but are not limited to sports field maintenance and preparation, mowing, grounds maintenance, custodial duties, equipment repair, conducting daily inspection and maintenance of equipment performing other manual work including raking, blowing, weeding, trash pickup, storm clean up, event setup, as well and general maintenance in the offseason. Responsible for a variety of other tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the Campus

    Essential Functions:
    • Perform tasks related to sports field maintenance including but not limited to dragging, raking, line painting, irrigation operation/repairs, fence repair, sod, leave blowing, and weed trimming
    • Performs services of a general maintenance mechanic such as checking engine fluids, changing spark plugs, and replenishing string on string trimmers
    • Responsible for general repairs and maintenance including trash pickup, event set up, changing light bulbs, custodial duties, snow shoveling, transporting goods, and fulfilling general maintenance work orders
    • Responsible for completing daily work log
    • Other duties as assigned

    Experience and Qualifications Desired

    • High school graduate
    • Valid Connecticut Driver’s License with a good driving record
    • At least one year of general grounds maintenance experience
    • The ability to lift at least 75 pounds safely and properly
    • Physically able to work outside year round if necessary

    Environmental Factors
    Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise.

    Interested and qualified candidates should e-mail a resume and cover letter to employment@hopkins.edu.

Open Coaching Positions

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  • Assistant Boys Junior Varsity Lacrosse Coach

    Season (Spring): February 27, 2023 -- May 10, 2023
     
    Hours/schedule:   Practices held from 3:45-5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays.  On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow.  Typically two games per week.  Must travel with the team to away games. 
     
    Experience: Prior playing or coaching experience at any level is necessary.
     
    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

  • Assistant Girls Junior Varsity Lacrosse Coach

    Season (Spring): February 27, 2023 – May 10, 2023
     
    Hours/schedule:   Practices held from 3:45-5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays.  On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow.  Typically two games per week.  Must travel with the team to away games. 
     
    Experience: Prior playing or coaching experience at any level is necessary.
     
    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

  • Crew Coach

    Season (Spring): February 27, 2023 – May 10, 2023
     
    Hours/schedule:  Practices held from 3:45-5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays.  On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow.  Races typically on the weekends.  Must travel with the team to away races. 
     
    Experience: Prior coaching experience and boating license necessary.
     
    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

  • Junior School Girls Lacrosse Coach (7th & 8th Grade)

    Season (Spring): February 27, 2023 – May 26, 2023
     
    Hours/schedule:   Practices held from 10:35-11:55 am on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays.  Most games are held on Wednesdays after 1:30 pm. Games held on other days are after 3:30 pm. No weekend games.  Typically one game per week.  Must travel with the team to away games. 
     
    Experience: Prior playing or coaching experience at any level is necessary.
     
    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.  

  • Volleyball Varsity Assistant Coach

    Season (Fall): August 21, 2022 - November 14, 2022

    Hours/schedule:   Practices held from 2:30-5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays.  On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow.  Most meets will take place on Wednesday and Saturdays.  Must travel with the team to away meets.  

    Experience: Swimming and coaching experience necessary.  

    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

  • Track & Field Coach

    Season (Spring): February 2023–May 2023

    Hours/schedule:  Practices held from 3:30–5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays. On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow. Typically two games per week. Must travel with the team to away games. 

    Experience: Experience with throwing events is a plus.

    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

  • Assistant Swimming and Diving Coach

    Season (winter): November 2022 - February 2023

    Hours/schedule:   Practices held from 2:30-5:30 on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays.  On Wednesdays, school day ends at 1:30; practice to follow.  Most meets will take place on Wednesday and Saturdays.  Must travel with the team to away meets.  

    Experience: Swimming and coaching experience necessary.  

    Please send inquiries and/or cover letter and current resume and coaching references to Rocco DeMaio, Director of Athletics.

Contact Info

If you are interested in working at Hopkins, please use the following contacts unless otherwise noted:

ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Joel D'Angelo
Dean of Faculty
203.397.1001 x457 or academicopening@hopkins.edu

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT
Rachel Cusson
Human Resources Manager
203.397.1001 x223 or employment@hopkins.edu
 
COACHING POSITIONS
Rocco DeMaio
Director of Athletics
203.397.1001 x518 or rdemaio@hopkins.edu
986 Forest Road
New Haven, Connecticut 06515
(203) 397-1001

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