Career Opportunities

 

Working at St. Luke's

The talent, dedication and enthusiasm of St. Luke's faculty and staff define the experiences of our students and reputation of the School. We attract the best and brightest by creating a vibrant learning community and fostering professional growth and fulfillment. St. Luke’s offers competitive compensation as well as a generous benefits package that includes:

  • Retirement benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and Long-term disability benefits
  • Vacation, personal and sick days
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Educational expenses reimbursement
  • Healthy lunches and snacks, daily, for free
  • Partial tuition remission

St. Luke’s offers an inclusive environment where differences in race, culture, and personal beliefs are embraced as assets that enhance education. St. Luke’s prides itself on being a forward-thinking school and is home to the Center For Leadership - where students hone their own distinct leadership skills by developing a Design mindset, an Inclusive ethos, a Global perspective, and a Service orientation. Please see our FAQ section below.
 

Teaching Opportunities

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  • Part-Time French Teacher

    St. Luke’s School, a secular (non-religious), college-preparatory day school serving grades 5 through 12 in New Canaan, Connecticut, seeks a part-time French teacher to teach 1 or 2 sections, most likely beginner or intermediate levels. A successful candidate will join a team that includes 6 Spanish teachers, 4 French teachers, and 3 Mandarin teachers.  The WL program is known regionally and nationally for its innovations, use of cutting-edge technology, and total immersion modern language classes.  Since 2015, the St. Luke’s French program is the only school in the USA to have been consistently awarded the status of “AATF Exemplary French Program with Distinction”: the highest rank of French programs nationally.
     
    Primary Job Responsibilities:
    • Teach part-time course load of two sections of French, most likely beginner or intermediate levels. 
    • Attend monthly Department meetings and occasional other required meetings in person or via Zoom. 
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

Staff & Administrative Opportunities

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Coaching Opportunities

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  • Head Varsity Tennis Coach

    St. Luke’s School seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and inspiring Head Varsity Tennis Coach to lead our tennis program. The Head Coach will serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes, guiding them to grow not only in their athletic abilities but also in character, resilience, and leadership. This individual will support the educational mission of the school while cultivating a program that promotes integrity, excellence, and teamwork. 
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as a program leader, overseeing tennis development 
    • Plan and lead all aspects of the program, including preseason practices, tryouts, regular and postseason games.
    • Instruct and develop players in tennis fundamentals, game strategies, and sportsmanship.
    • Attend and represent St. Luke’s at all league and conference meetings.
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

  • JV Volleyball Head Coach

    St. Luke’s School seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and inspiring Head Varsity Volleyball Coach to lead our volleyball program. The Head Coach will serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes, guiding them to grow not only in their athletic abilities but also in character, resilience, and leadership. This individual will support the educational mission of the school while cultivating a program that promotes integrity, excellence, and teamwork. 
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as a program leader, overseeing volleyball development 
    • Plan and lead all aspects of the program, including preseason practices, tryouts, regular and postseason games.
    • Instruct and develop players in volleyball fundamentals, game strategies, and sportsmanship.
    • Attend and represent St. Luke’s at all league and conference meetings.
    • Develop and implement comprehensive game plans and team strategies.
    • Collaborate with the College Counseling Department to support student-athletes pursuing collegiate athletics.
    • Partner with Admissions to promote St. Luke’s volleyball program to prospective students and families.
    • Manage volleyball program social media presence in a manner that aligns with school values.
    • Oversee and maintain equipment, uniforms, and supplies related to volleyball.
    • Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, and staff regarding practice/game plans and team expectations.
    • Ensure player safety and wellness through coordination with the athletic training staff.
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

  • Program Director- Field Hockey

    St. Luke’s School seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and inspiring Program Director Field Hockey to lead our Field Hockey program. The Program Director will serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes, guiding them to grow not only in their athletic abilities but also in character, resilience, and leadership. This individual will support the educational mission of the school while cultivating a program that promotes integrity, excellence, and teamwork from grades 5 through 12.
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as a program leader, overseeing Field Hockey development from middle school through varsity levels.
    • Plan and lead all aspects of the program, including preseason practices, tryouts, regular and post-season games.
    • Create curriculum for sub-varsity coaches to implement, meeting with coaching staff regularly to ensure effectiveness. 
    • Attend sub varsity practices. 

    Interested candidates should apply here. 

  • Varsity Assistant- Field Hockey

    St. Luke’s School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Varsity Assistant Field Hockey Coach to support the growth and development of our student-athletes. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in mentoring students, enhancing their athletic skills, and fostering a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork. This individual will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program and support the school’s educational mission by promoting the holistic development of student-athletes.
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of team management, including planning and running practices, coaching during games, and supporting overall player development.
    • Provide individual and group instruction to student-athletes to improve skills, technique, and understanding of field hockey.
    • Support the coordination of preseason, regular season, and post-season activities.
    • Attend all practices, games (home and away), and team events.
    • Help develop and implement strategies and game plans.
    • Collaborate with the Head Coach to assess player performance and provide constructive feedback.
    • Promote a positive team culture that reflects the values and mission of St. Luke’s School.
    • Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, and staff as directed by the Head Coach.
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

  • Varsity Assistant- Girls Basketball

    St. Luke’s School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Varsity Assistant Girls Basketball Coach to support the growth and development of our student-athletes. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in mentoring students, enhancing their athletic skills, and fostering a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork. This individual will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program and support the school’s educational mission by promoting the holistic development of student-athletes.
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of team management, including planning and running practices, coaching during games, and supporting overall player development.
    • Provide individual and group instruction to student-athletes to improve skills, technique, and understanding of girls basketball.
    • Support the coordination of preseason, regular season, and post-season activities.
    • Attend all practices, games (home and away), and team events.
    • Help develop and implement strategies and game plans.
    • Collaborate with the Head Coach to assess player performance and provide constructive feedback.
    • Promote a positive team culture that reflects the values and mission of St. Luke’s School.
    • Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, and staff as directed by the Head Coach.
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

  • Varsity Assistant- Girls Soccer

    St. Luke’s School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Varsity Assistant Girls Soccer Coach to support the growth and development of our student-athletes. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in mentoring students, enhancing their athletic skills, and fostering a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork. This individual will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program and support the school’s educational mission by promoting the holistic development of student-athletes.
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of team management, including planning and running practices, coaching during games, and supporting overall player development.
    • Provide individual and group instruction to student-athletes to improve skills, technique, and understanding of girls soccer.
    • Support the coordination of preseason, regular season, and post-season activities.
    • Attend all practices, games (home and away), and team events.
    Interested candidates should apply here.

  • Varsity Ice Hockey Head Coach

    St. Luke’s School seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and inspiring Head Varsity Ice Hockey Coach to lead our Ice Hockey program. The Head Coach will serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes, guiding them to grow not only in their athletic abilities but also in character, resilience, and leadership. This individual will support the educational mission of the school while cultivating a program that promotes integrity, excellence, and teamwork. 
     

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as a program leader, overseeing Ice Hockey development 
    • Plan and lead all aspects of the program, including preseason practices, tryouts, regular and postseason games.
    • Instruct and develop players in Ice Hockey fundamentals, game strategies, and sportsmanship.
    • Attend and represent St. Luke’s at all league and conference meetings.
    • Develop and implement comprehensive game plans and team strategies.
    • Collaborate with the College Counseling Department to support student-athletes pursuing collegiate athletics.
    • Partner with Admissions to promote St. Luke’s Ice Hockey program to prospective students and families.
    • Manage Ice Hockey program social media presence in a manner that aligns with school values.
    • Oversee and maintain equipment, uniforms, and supplies related to Ice Hockey.
    • Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, and staff regarding practice/game plans and team expectations.
    • Ensure player safety and wellness through coordination with the athletic training staff.
    Interested candidates should apply here. 

Contact Us

To be considered for a current opportunity, click on the position title above and apply through the link. If you would like to be considered for future possible roles at SLS, contact us:

For teaching positions:
Elizabeth Perry, Assistant Head of School for Academics, at perrye@stlukesct.org.

For administrative or staff positions:
Kelsey Clegg, Human Resources Director, at cleggk@stlukesct.org.

For Athletic Department positions:
Anna Knechtel, Director of Athletics, at knechtela@stlukesct.org. 

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    • Vision for Inclusive Excellence

      In May of 2017, St. Luke’s School’s Board of Trustees approved the Vision for Inclusive Excellence, pledging to focus the school’s resources—human and financial—around three key areas: Community, Culture, and Curriculum. The vision affirms that inclusive excellence allows diversity (experience, perspectives, race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, gender or gender expression, ability, etc.), equity, and inclusion to provide the foundation for educational and institutional excellence.
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    FAQ

    List of 7 frequently asked questions.

    • How big is the typical class size at St. Luke’s?

      Most class sections are about 13-15 students. None are bigger than 18 except for ensemble classes like Band or Chorus, and it’s not unusual to have a class size of 10 or fewer.

    • What’s the daily schedule for a St. Luke's teacher?

      St. Luke’s uses a rotating 5-day schedule, as pictured below - you'll see that Upper School classes are 60 minutes long and meet three days out of every five. Middle School classes are 45 minutes long, meeting four days out of every five. In addition, there are designated times for community gatherings such as Advisory, Town Meetings, extra help, Meditations, and Clubs.

    • What’s a standard teaching load?

      A full-time teaching load at St. Luke’s is four courses. Teachers receive a stipend if they are asked to teach an overload.

    • What about time for collaboration?

      Our work day begins at 7:45am, but first period begins at 9:00am. That morning time in between is used for weekly faculty meetings, student extra help, and collaborative time with colleagues.

    • Is athletic coaching mandatory for teachers?

      No, but contribution to some form of the student-facing after-school co-curricular program each season is an expectation. Most often, this takes the form of athletic coaching, simply because that’s the program with the most number of student participants and thus our area of greatest need. A willing and able assistant coach, even in a sport you never played, is always appreciated!

      However, other forms of co-curricular work also contribute greatly to the life of the school - that could be with our thriving Theater program, the designLab, the Speech & Debate Team, The Sentinel (the student newspaper), community service, or even driving a van and working the score clock at a game.

    • What kind of support does St. Luke’s offer for Professional Development?

      Extensive! We believe that the quality of the classroom experience is paramount, so where better to invest our time and financial resources? Of course, our FGR program is, at its core, all about teacher growth (please see our video on this page to learn more). We also have a substantial budget for professional development (PD) to support faculty growth, which nearly every teacher takes advantage of every year. We have used that budget to fund both on- and-off-campus PD opportunities; we offer tuition assistance for graduate school studies; and we have even supported ambitious DIY opportunities that our colleagues have proposed and created themselves, such as an entire department traveling overseas to study a region featuring prominently in the curriculum, or a road trip through the American South along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. In addition, we offer ongoing professional learning communities (PLCs) that meet on a monthly basis, such as S.E.E.D. (Seeking Equity and Educational Diversity), Social and Emotional Learning, Critical Friends Group, and Grading for Equity.

    • Do you offer housing? Where do faculty live?

      SLS does not offer faculty housing. This area has many different settings to offer, and faculty and staff tend to live in a wide variety of locations – just like our student body, which draws from 25-30 different towns in Fairfield County (CT) and Westchester County (NY). The map below shows the geographic distribution of faculty homes, and you’ll see that some employees prefer the big city metro experience of NYC or New Haven; others prefer smaller cities like Stamford, Norwalk, or Danbury; plenty of folks live in suburban towns like Katonah, Trumbull, Greenwich, or Ridgefield; and even rural communities with working farms like Redding and Shelton.

    Hear from SLS Faculty & Staff

    Science teacher John Higgins elaborates on the opportunities to grow creatively as an educator.
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    Equal Opportunity Employer

    St. Luke’s School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Luke’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law with regard to hiring, terms and conditions of employment or educational programs. We strive to provide a welcoming educational environment where the value and dignity of each and every member is respected and valued.

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    St. Luke’s School is a secular (non-religious), private school in New Canaan, CT for grades 5 through 12 serving over 40 towns in Connecticut and New York. Our exceptional academics and diverse co-educational community foster students’ intellectual and ethical development and prepare them for top colleges. St. Luke’s Leading with Humanity curriculum builds the commitment to serve and the confidence to lead.
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