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Since it was founded in 1955, The Country School has prided itself on attracting and retaining excellent educators who, in the words of our Mission Statement, "expect much from our students, because we believe they have much to give." 

Available Positions

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  • After-School Instrumental Music Teachers

    The Country School, Madison, CT, is hiring after-school instrumental music teachers for individual lessons as part of our Young Musicians Program.  Primary instruments are piano and violin, but other instruments are welcomed as well depending on community interest. Please contact Beth Coyne, beth.coyne@thecountryschool.org (only because it's summer, this normally would be Keith).

  • Director of After School Program

    The Country School is hiring a Director for our extended day “Owl’s Nest” and school vacation programs. The Director will assume the following responsibilities:
    • serve as the main supervisor, 2:30 - 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday 
    • manage the aftercare staff
    • organize and update materials and resources needed during aftercare hours 
    The successful candidate will enjoy working with children ages 3 - 14, be a self-starter, have good references, and have the ability to communicate well via email. The Director will have a week off in December and a week in March, as well as the summer. Compensation is a competitive hourly rate.

    Please send your resume and letter of interest to Assistant Head of School Beth Coyne.

  • Substitute Teachers

    The Country School seeks Guest Teachers for PreSchool - 8th Grade classes. The Country School is an independent day school with small class sizes and a supportive community. Responsibilities beyond the classroom may include lunch and recess duty and/or study hall. Make a difference in children’s lives while earning competitive pay. EOE

    We encourage our substitute teachers to review our Guest Teacher Handbook prior to entering the classroom.

    Please send your resume and letter of interest to  Karen Cunningham.
The Country School, founded in 1955, offers an unparalleled educational experience to PreSchool through 8th Grade students. Beyond traditional academic disciplines, The Country School’s Signature Programs: Elmore Leadership, STEAM, Public Speaking, Outdoor Education, and Global Citizenship speak to the school’s commitment to provide students with lessons that will last a lifetime.
Salaries and benefits are competitive.
The Country School is a community where diversity is celebrated and people of Color are welcomed, valued and supported. 
We do not discriminate - nor do we tolerate discrimination - based upon age, gender, race, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic predisposition, ancestry, social and economic status, or other categories protected by Connecticut or federal law.
The Country School employs without regard to gender, race, color, national or ethnic origin, and sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to its community. The Country School is an EOE Employer.
341 Opening Hill Road, Madison, CT 06443
P. 203-421-3113  |  F. 203-421-4390  |  Health Office F. 860-469-2550
Founded in 1955, The Country School is a coeducational, independent school serving students in PreSchool-Grade 8. The Country School is committed to active, hands-on learning and a vigorous curriculum that engages the whole child.