Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Working at Williston
Join Our Vibrant Community
Ask our faculty and staff members why they choose to work at Williston Northampton, and they will tell you that it’s the chance to be a part of a welcoming, energetic, and inclusive community that is uniquely student-focused. Whatever role you play here, every employee at Williston is dedicated to supporting the development of our students in the classroom, on the athletic fields, in the dorms, and in our advisories. With competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities (read more below), we are looking for employees eager to share their skills and participate actively in a global learning community. Located just a few hours from New York and Boston, our 125-acre campus is set in the vibrant, artistic town of Easthampton, Massachusetts—right in the heart of the Pioneer Valley and five-college area.
The Williston Northampton School is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty/Administrator Positions
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General Faculty Inquiries
While there are currently no open faculty positions, we are always interested in hearing from potential candidates.
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Chemistry Teacher
The Williston Northampton School is an independent co-educational boarding and day school in Easthampton Massachusetts and is a culturally diverse educational community serving grades 7-12. We are seeking to hire a full-time Upper School Science Teacher for the 2025-26 school year. This position is responsible for teaching science, and this may include any combination of physics, biology, or chemistry. In this capacity, the Upper School Science Teacher is responsible for creating and updating plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. This position includes two seasons of involvement with our afternoon athletics and extracurricular activities as well as student advising. Living on campus and working in the School’s residential life program may also be an option with this position. Driving a school minibus is also an expectation of this position.
Strong candidates will have middle or high school teaching experience, preferably within an independent boarding school environment. Candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; a master’s degree is preferred. Candidates will demonstrate a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, experience integrating educational technologies into the teaching environment, strong writing and communication skills, creativity, and a collaborative mindset. An early career candidate is encouraged to apply, especially if the candidate has an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education.
Candidates must have the ability to work in a school environment by successful completion of all legally required and school required background checks including the state mandated CORI, Criminal Offender Record Information, SORI, Sex Offender Record Information and a Fingerprint based criminal background check.
It is important that candidates possess flexibility, energy, commitment to teamwork and appreciation for adolescents that live in an independent boarding school community. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three references. Full-time position would include a full benefit package including health, dental and retirement. Non-smoking campus. EOE
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Director of Financial Services & Controller
The Williston Northampton School, an independent, co-educational boarding and day school located in Easthampton, MA, has an opening for a Director of Financial Services & Controller. This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer. The role of the Director of Financial Services & Controller is responsible for overseeing the daily financial activities of the school (cash, investments, budgeting, capital spending and reporting), as well as oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the Finance Office and certain auxiliary enterprises of the school.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities: working closely and collaboratively with the CFO: responsible for daily financial operations,; day-to-day oversight of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable; oversee the annual process of collecting all tuition, fees and spending accounts, and address all collection issues; monitor all loans and indebtedness; implement all purchasing policies/procedures and internal control/audit functions; in coordination with other departments, manage yearly re-enrollment process; maintain accurate financial records, prepare periodic financial statements for use in reporting to the Head of School and the Board of Trustees; assist with the preparation of the annual budget; responsible for 990 filing preparation along with all applicable state filings; serve as an interdepartmental liaison, across the campus, representing the division on various issues and activities; work with insurance advisors and brokers to ensure that adequate, appropriate, and cost-effective insurance is in effect; day-to-day oversight and support of the school’s dining services contract; oversight of the school’s Campus Store.
A bachelor’s degree is required, advanced degree or CPA is beneficial, five plus years of experience in accounting or finance fields. Experience/knowledge of independent schools and/or non-profit accounting, and particularly boarding schools, is extremely beneficial. Must have the ability to work in a school environment by successful completion of all legally required and school required background checks including the state mandated CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), SORI (Sex Offender Record Information), and fingerprint based criminal background check. Must be able to travel occasionally on behalf of the school. A full job description is available. This role offers a competitive benefits package.
Qualified / interested candidates may submit letters of interest, resume, and references to Peter Holden, CFO, via electronic transmission to the link provided. Non-smoking campus. EOE
Staff Positions
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General Staff Employment Inquiries
If you do not see an open job posting for your area of interest at the Williston Northampton School, we accept rolling applications from any interested candidates.
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Leadership Annual Giving Officer
The Williston Northampton School seeks a dynamic and results-driven Leadership Annual Giving Officer to join our Advancement team. This key role is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of making annual gifts between $1,000 and $25,000, ensuring continued and increased philanthropic support for the school’s mission. The Leadership Annual Giving Officer will manage a portfolio of 200-350 annual giving prospects, engaging alumni, parents, and friends through personalized outreach across multiple communication channels. This externally focused role will conduct face-to-face, virtual, and phone meetings to build relationships and solicit gifts. The position requires travel approximately 25-35% of the time, and is expected to be in-person, on campus (no remote or hybrid).
The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of advancement, fundraising, or related experience, preferably in an academic environment. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are essential, along with a strategic and results-oriented mindset. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with Blackbaud or other fundraising databases is a plus. The Leadership Annual Giving Officer must be highly organized, able to multitask, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. This is a full-time, on-campus position that requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends for Advancement events.
This role offers a competitive benefits package and an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the Williston Northampton community by fostering meaningful relationships and inspiring philanthropic support.
A bachelor’s degree is required. Must possess a valid driver’s license; must have the ability to work in a school environment by successful completion of all legally required and school required background checks including the state mandated CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), SORI (Sex Offender Record Information), and fingerprint based criminal background check. Full job description available.
Qualified / interested candidates may submit letters of interest, resume, and references via electronic transmission to the link provided. Non-smoking campus. EOE
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Coordinator of Student Services
The Williston Northampton School, an independent co-educational boarding and day school in Easthampton, Massachusetts, is a culturally diverse educational community serving grades 7-12. We are seeking to hire a Coordinator of Student Services (CSS). The CSS will provide direct support to the Dean of Students, Associate Dean of Students, and all areas of student services with the oversight of the recordkeeping for student matters. Manage the day-to-day activities of the reception area. This is an 11-month position, August 1st through June 30th, with the month of July off, and is eligible for full benefits.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: maintain presence and greet visitors in the reception area of the Schoolhouse in a professional and courteous manner; interact positively and consistently with students and families to provide support and guidance; assist in the day-to-day operation of the Deans’ Office to ensure consistency with student service goals, strategic plans, policies, and procedures; provide administrative support for the Dean of Students Office, including Class Deans and the International Student Coordinator; assist International Student Coordinator with SEVIS as appropriate; maintain various student records such as: attendance, behavior, day/weekend leave requests, etc.; serve as liaison between Dean’s Offices and Health and Wellness Center with regards to student absences from the classroom, meetings, sports, activities, and any required obligation; coordinate student transportation for student breaks and/or extended weekends; collect information and details from students and disseminate that information to the faculty. A full job description is available.
The qualified candidate will have 3-5 years of similar experience, direct experience/knowledge of independent schools is a plus. Must have the ability to work intuitively and independently as well as part of a team, demonstrated writing and interpersonal skills. Solid working knowledge of Word, Excel, Internet. Positive appearance, attitude and presentation with a strict sense of confidentiality. Must have the ability to work in a school environment by successful completion of all legally required and school required background checks including the state mandated CORI, Criminal Offender Record Information, SORI, Sex Offender Record Information, and fingerprint based criminal background check.
Interested/qualified candidates may reply with cover letter and resume and references to David Koritkoski, Dean of Students, via the link below. Non-smoking campus. EOE
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Executive Assistant for Advancement
The Williston Northampton School, an independent, co-educational boarding and day school located in Easthampton, MA, seeks a full-time, calendar-year Executive Assistant for Advancement. The Executive Assistant for Advancement works closely with the Director of Advancement to support daily operations of the department, Leadership Giving, Annual Giving, Donor Stewardship, and Planned Giving. This role manages administrative tasks for the office, budget reconciliation, office operations, and supports donor communications. Other duties will include but are not limited to: manage invoice processing and recordkeeping, training advancement staff on purchase card policies and procedures, perform routine office functions, including preparing mail for distribution, copying, filing, answering phones, completing the daily mail run to the campus mail room, manage the implementation and ongoing execution of the stewardship program that acknowledges and recognizes donors to the School’s fundraising programs, including endowment reporting, financial aid stewardship and student reflection survey, and the Head’s Insider Report, provide support across the Advancement office as needed. Full job description is available.
The successful candidate must enjoy the routine of office administration, have excellent written and oral communication abilities, attention to detail, the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively, and proficiency with the Microsoft suite of tools; a bachelor’s degree is preferred; three to five years of advancement or related experience, preferably in an academic environment. Must possess a valid driver’s license; must have the ability to work in a school environment by successful completion of all legally required and school required background checks including the state mandated CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), SORI (Sex Offender Record Information), and fingerprint based criminal background check.
Qualified / interested candidates may submit letters of interest, resume, and references to Ellie Ballard, Director of Advancement via the link below. Full benefit eligibility. Non-smoking campus. EOE
Benefits
Williston is a diverse, inclusive community, where purpose, passion, and integrity are at the center of our work each day. We place a high value on ensuring a healthy work-life balance for our 200+ employees and are pleased to provide access to a generous array of benefits and services. Benefits are provided based on employee classification and number of hours worked per year.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. A Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) is paired with the medical plan, which assists employees with expenses associated with deductible costs.
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account, depending on your chosen medical plan
- 403(b) retirement plan with School contribution
- Retirement advisory services available
- Long Term Disability Insurance, at no cost to employee
- Life Insurance, at no cost to employee
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, parental, and military leave time, offered according to employee classification
- Free access to school facilities: Fitness Center, Cain Athletic Center, Lossone Rink, Galbraith Fields, and 125-acres of beautiful grounds
- Access to the Children’s Center (daycare and preschool), for a fee
- All employees have the convenience of using their school ID, or “Sammy Card,” to make purchases on account from the Campus Store and the StuBop snack bar. Employees can opt to pay their accounts via payroll deduction or directly in the Business Office.
Our Unique Location
One of the great things about being an employee at Williston is taking in all our location has to offer. The school is located in the vibrant, artsy town of Easthampton, with downtown just a stroll away from campus. The surrounding area, known as the Pioneer Valley, is rich with colleges and universities, arts, culture, restaurants, and museums, plus natural escapes, like rail trails, ski mountains, farm stands, and more. A 10-minute drive or bus ride takes you to the college town of Northampton, home to Smith College and dozens of additional restaurants and shops. Just a little further afield is the town of Amherst, home to Amherst College and the University of Massachusetts, as well as more great dining spots, theaters, bookstores, and cultural events. We’re also just 45 minutes from The Berkshires and Vermont, an hour and a half from Boston, and three hours from New York City.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As outlined in Williston’s five-year Strategic Plan for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging we are committed to creating a community in which every student and staff member feels a genuine sense of belonging and respect. In our hiring, we seek employees who are eager to help us build an inclusive, respectful, and diverse school community. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, ancestry, citizen status, veteran status, physical or mental handicaps, sexual orientation, or any other factors protected by law.
Professional Development
Every Williston employee is eligible for professional development in their field. Over the past year alone, 100% of Williston faculty have participated in one or more professional development opportunities. Faculty have opportunities to expand their teaching knowledge and experience (read some stories below). In addition, Williston staff can apply to further their expertise in areas directly relevant to their jobs serving the Williston community.
Opportunities Abound
Grounded in our shared commitment to purpose, passion, and integrity, professional development at Williston fosters personal and professional growth for individuals. The goal of professional development is threefold: increased student learning; continuous growth for faculty; and the creation of a learning environment that gives life to the school’s mission. All faculty move forward via their individual and shared professional learning, and emphasis is placed on professional development that fosters choice and growth, in conjunction with institutional goals and foci.
An integral part of our employees’ growth is an emphasis on the development of professional purpose and passion, coupled with evolution in their field of study and/or the craft of teaching. Professional Development provides an opportunity to build leadership skills in all employees. Developing leadership at all levels contributes to the creation of an authentic and collegial community of learners, and it models a core value of the institution for students. Williston supports its employees’ commitment to lifelong learning. We value continuing education, and our faculty and staff attend local, national, and international conferences for professional learning. Some of these opportunities include:
- Attending national and local conferences (e.g. NACAC, NAIS, POCC, ACTFL, NCTM, NBOA, AISNE, etc.)
- Workshops throughout the year and during the summer months (e.g. Columbia University’s Teachers College, The College Board Advanced Placement, Independent School Management, Learning and the Brain, etc.)
- Faculty Enrichment funds that enable travel, renewal, and professional development opportunities, from an endowment established by alumni donors
- Continuing education in pursuit of an advanced degree
Ongoing Education
Read about Williston faculty and their experience with professional development:
French Teacher Sue Michalski
Science Teacher Chris Pelliccia
Theater Teacher Charles Raffetto
Math Teachers Karla and Teddy Schaeffer
Math Teacher Janine Whipple
Professionally Connected
Williston is an active member of several professional organizations that provide resources and support for faculty and staff. AISNE – Association of Independent Schools in New England; NEASC – New England Association of Schools and Colleges (accrediting body); NBOA – National Business Officers Association; NAIS – National Association of Independent Schools; and MANSC – Massachusetts Association of Nonprofit Schools & Colleges.
Faculty Voices
Read about why Williston’s teachers love to be part of this community.
Eugenio Garcia, World Language Teacher
From the beginning, Williston has allowed me to do what I really have passion for and, at the same time, has given me the requisite tools to grow as a better educator and learner. Teaching at Williston has not only given me the opportunity to be myself in the classroom but also allowed me to share my culture and language with my students. By teaching Spanish for almost 30 years at Williston, my impact on numerous students has been very gratifying and rewarding.
Darlenia Kokoska, World Language Teacher
Working at Williston means that I am part of a great community that prides itself in creating a sense of belonging for all of our students. I value the opportunity to connect with them in different aspects of the school life, in the classroom, the dorm, in sports and in advisory. Feeling that I am impacting a student for the better makes teaching (working here) worthwhile. The students at Williston are appreciative of what we do for them and that makes all the difference.
Kathryn Hill, Mathematics and World Language Teacher
“I have loved teaching the students at Williston. I have actually taught at a number of independent schools, and Williston kids always manage to strike me as particularly friendly, authentic, and appreciative. In almost every class I teach, at least two or three students will say ‘thank you’ as they leave the room at the end of the period, and I never sense any of the entitlement I have occasionally felt at other institutions. I am lucky enough to teach in two different departments at Williston, and in each I have found myself to be surrounded by warm, compassionate individuals who are incredibly dedicated to helping kids learn.”
Maggie Haas, English Teacher
“Celebration” is the first word that comes to mind when I think of Williston. I don’t mean streamers and balloons and cupcakes (though I have seen all three on campus). I mean the celebration of learning, the celebration of differences, and the celebration of community. The hours I spend in the classroom are the best part of my day. The students at Williston are a diverse bunch, but they all find common ground in their excitement to learn and grapple with new material; their energy buoys me no matter how tired or under-caffeinated I am. One of the things I love about being in the classroom is that everyone is learning—teacher and students alike exploring new ideas, discovering new insights and interpretations of the text, and finding unexpected paths through literature together. And that’s the way education should be—a never ending feedback loop from teacher to pupil and back again. When I came out as non-binary, I feared I would never find a place that saw me not as a statistic, token, or box to be checked, but as a person with a unique story to tell and boundless joy to bring to the classroom. Williston turned out to be the sort of place I thought might not exist. The community embraced me and my wife within hours of our moving onto campus, and since that day, I have continued to find support and encouragement around every corner. Now that I am here, I cannot imagine working anywhere else.
Our Dedicated Staff
Read about why our staff love coming to work every day—and why some have been part of our community for decades.
Cody Neidig, Campus Safety Officer
I have been honored to be an employee with Williston for almost six years. Working here has been a privilege and has given me many opportunities since first joining as a part-time employee, and then being able to transition into a full-time role shortly after. It is amazing working with lots of great students, local residents, and all employees day in and day out. Williston is easily one of the best employment opportunities I have ever had. Williston offers amazing benefits for its employees, including retirement, insurance, and vacation, but nothing beats being welcomed in such a tightly knit community. I honestly can say there is nowhere else I would want to be, and I have no plans to go anywhere else!
Jen Lopez, Housekeeping Manager
There are many great things about working at Williston, but the people are truly the best part. You really feel part of a community as an employee here and are treated like family. As a manager, I am supported by my director and the school to carry out the work of my team to ensure our work gets done in a timely and safe manner. The benefits offered and central location of the school also make Williston a wonderful place to work.
Geoff Smith ’07, Manager of Story and Content Development
Being able to work at Williston Northampton after graduating from here has been a rewarding experience. The people make this place special, and I’m surrounded every day by amazing, talented individuals all committed to the same goal—making Williston Northampton the best school it can be. I feel supported in my role and have been given opportunities to advance my professional education, all while getting chance to try new things and get involved with the campus community.
The Williston Northampton School (the “School”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military service, application for military service, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. An applicant who does not meet the minimum qualifications of the position(s) for which the applicant applies will not be considered for employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview for the position, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please notify us.