International School of Brooklyn is seeking a committed and experienced Director of Advancement who will embody the school’s mission and core values and promote and advocate for the institution. The Director of Advancement is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the annual fund and capital campaign and overseeing and implementing a growing alumni engagement program. The Director of Advancement will be joining our team at an exciting time as the school enters its next phase of growth: planning the opening of the International School of Brooklyn High School, including the launch of a Capital Campaign to kickstart the project.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for the work; personally endorse the school’s mission and values; and build strong relationships and communicate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues, parents, alumni, trustees, and students.

This position reports to the Head of School and serves as a member of the School Leadership Team that oversees day to day operations, sets strategic goals and planning for the school, and acts as a visible and engaged community member. Please note that this position does not afford many opportunities for remote work.

The Director of Advancement is responsible for overseeing the school’s advancement program which includes:

• Managing and overseeing the execution of the school’s strategic vision for development in terms of fundraising, events, and family and alumni engagement
• Building and sustaining an effective partnership with the Head of School and Board of Trustees in order to ensure that development goals are integrated with the school’s strategic planning
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with all members of the school community, including donors, families, students, trustees, faculty, staff, and administrators
• Overseeing and increasing participation and gift amounts to the Annual Fund for Excellence
• Overseeing leadership of periodical capital campaigns
• Identifying major donor prospects through engagement and leading possible feasibility studies
• Overseeing the planning and execution of cultivation events
• Overseeing major donor stewardship and communications
• In collaboration with the Director of Communications, writing fundraising materials, including letters and proposals, and copy for fundraising
• Continuously benchmarking and reporting to the Head of School the progress and outcomes of development programs
• Overseeing the alumni engagement program 
• Overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of the Annual Spring Benefit and Pecha Kucha events, including auction solicitation, communications, etc.
• Overseeing the planning, organization and execution of other advancement events
• Overseeing donor portfolio and records management
• Serving as liaison to the Parents Association and cultivating volunteer efforts in support of advancement initiatives

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Director of Advancement supervises the Advancement Associate.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
• 7+ years related professional experience in non-profit fundraising; previous experience in independent schools is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in development database and school database software, email communication software, Google Apps Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience in grant research, applications, and proposals is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong collaborative working skills with fellow colleagues
• A high level of integrity, a positive outlook, and a good sense of humor
• Deep understanding and appreciation of the school’s mission and values

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000. ISB offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: fully paid individual health and dental insurance, a generous health reimbursement account, life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, and generous paid vacation, sick, and personal time. Employees also receive robust access to professional development, beginning in their first year of employment.

Applying to This Position 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications by email to diracandidates@isbrooklyn.org.

Please include a single attachment containing the following three documents:

• Cover letter detailing why  you are a strong candidate for this position at ISB
• Updated resume (CV)
• List of three professional references, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses

ISB seeks a full-time Lower School Spanish General Education Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Candidates should be able to use their expertise in elementary education to confidently lead a classroom. Teachers at ISB are expected to work collaboratively in lesson planning to implement a strong and engaging PYP IB curriculum. Candidates should hold a degree in Education and have at least three years of head teaching experience in a Lower School setting. Candidates must be native Spanish speakers.

Qualification requirements:

Candidates should enjoy creating learning experiences designed to nurture the development of the whole child in a strong inquiry-based learning environment. Experience working with elementary-aged children with an ability to display effective classroom management is important in this role. Duties include teaching Spanish literacy in diverse contexts, mathematics, social studies, and science through the lens of the unit of inquiry in Spanish. Teachers in this role should enjoy working closely with the grade-level team and have excellent communication skills. Knowledge of PYP is a plus. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, strong classroom management skills, positive energy, a sense of humor, and commitment to making the curriculum accessible to all types of learners.

Applying for this position: Interested candidates should email a resume and brief cover letter to Rosa Torres at jobs@isbrooklyn.org and include “General Education Teacher” in the subject line of the email.

Salary Range: minimum $63,178 to maximum$103,940 (based on teaching experience).

The Learning Support Teacher:

– works closely with the Student Support Coordinator, faculty and the administrative team.

– supports Upper Elementary students with learning strategies, organization, and study skills

– provides direct student support through small group and one-on-one instruction within the general education classroom and/or learning support areas (push-in and pull-out models as appropriate)

– collaborates with teachers to develop effective whole-group practices, small-group interventions, and individualized learning activities

– serves as a resource for faculty, supporting teachers in differentiating plans for students based on their unique learning profiles so that all students are engaged and challenged, and each student makes progress

– assists teachers with tracking data to determine the effectiveness of interventions

– works with the Student Support Coordinator to manage, and implement, legal documents and files related to student’s IEP/504s, liaise with external service providers and coordinate annual IEP/504 reviews

Qualifications:

Candidates should enjoy creating learning experiences designed to nurture the development of the whole child, enjoy a strong collaborative work environment, enjoy using a wide array of resources to build rich inquiry and learning experiences, and have experience integrating multiple approaches to ensure various learning styles are well supported.

Educational Background and Skills:

– Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

– At least two years of experience as a learning support teacher/specialist or in a related role.

– Familiarity with legal responsibilities of independent schools related to IEP and 504 plans.

– Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, admin, and parents.

– Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

– Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.

Applying to this position:

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Rosa Torres, Director of Lower School, at jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “Learning Support Teacher” in the subject line of the email.

Salary Range: minimum $63,178 to maximum$103,940 (based on teaching experience).

Candidates should be able to use their expertise in Preschool and Elementary Education to confidently lead a preschool classroom. Teachers at ISB are expected to work collaboratively in lesson planning to implement a strong and engaging PYP curriculum. Candidates should hold a degree in Education and have at least two years of head teaching experience in an elementary school setting.

Qualification requirements:
Candidates should enjoy creating learning experiences designed to nurture the development of the whole child in a strong collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will enjoy using a wide array of resources to build rich learning experiences while integrating multiple approaches to ensure differentiation. Experience working with Preschool and elementary-aged children with an ability to display effective classroom management and a strong foundation in Social Emotional Learning is important in this role. Duties include teaching foundational literacy skills in English and providing academic support. Teachers in this role should enjoy working closely with a support team within the classroom and have excellent communication skills. Knowledge of PYP is a plus.

Applying to this position:
Interested candidates should email letters of interest and resumes to Rosa Torres at jobs@isbrooklyn.org and include “Kindergarten and Grade 1 English Teacher” in the subject line.

Salary Range: minimum $ 63,178 to maximum $103,940 (based on experience), plus benefits

Candidates should be able to use their expertise in Preschool and Elementary Education to confidently lead a Preschool classroom in French. Teachers at ISB are expected to work collaboratively in lesson planning to implement a strong and engaging PYP curriculum. Candidates should hold a degree in Education, have at least two years of head teaching experience in an elementary school setting, and be fluent in French.

Qualification requirements: 
Candidates should enjoy creating learning experiences designed to nurture the development of the whole child in a strong collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will enjoy using a wide array of resources to build rich learning experiences while integrating multiple approaches to ensure differentiation. Experience working with preschool-aged children with a strong set of classroom management skills is important in this role. Ideal attributes include a dynamic sense of humor, positive energy, and patient commitment in making the curriculum accessible to all types of learners.

Duties include teaching pre-literacy, science, social studies, and math in French. Teachers in this role should enjoy working closely with a support team within the classroom and have excellent communication skills. Knowledge of PYP is a plus.

Applying to this position: 
Interested candidates should email letters of interest and resume to Itzel Mendoza at jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “French Kindergarten Teacher” in the subject line of the email.

Salary Range: minimum $63,178 to maximum$103,940 (based on teaching experience).

International School of Brooklyn seeks a dynamic, hardworking, full-time Middle School English Teacher for the 2024-25 school year and beyond. The ideal candidate is one who understands and enjoys working with middle school students (ages 11-14), who loves English literature and language, and who inspires students to love them as well. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, strong classroom management skills, positive energy, a sense of humor, and commitment to making curriculum accessible to all types of learners.

Description of Position
● Teach multiple sections of 6th and 7th grade English classes
● Serve as a Homeroom advisor for a group of middle school students
● Help run division-wide clubs, electives, and/or standardized test prep sessions when
needed
● Write detailed narrative reports twice per year
● Write recommendations in support of students’ high school applications (as needed)
● Develop unit planners in line with the IB’s philosophy, including hands-on
investigations and real-world projects

● Foster a positive, inquiry-based learning environment
● Support students outside of class as needed during the school day
● Provide timely and consistent feedback to students and families
● Communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with students, families, and
colleagues
● Attend and chaperone annual overnight trips (as needed)
Qualifications:
● Teaching experience, preferably in a middle school setting; experience teaching in an
independent, international, or IB school is a plus
● Degree in English or education, and/or significant experience and skill teaching English
Language and Literature
● Familiarity with and commitment to inquiry-based learning
● Supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Effective classroom management skills with commitment to restorative practices
● Comfort and experience with educational technology including Google Suite
● Collaborative spirit and a commitment to being a team player
● Dedication to professional growth and participation in school-wide initiatives

To Apply: Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Katie Rogers, Director of Middle School, at jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “English Teacher” in the subject line of the
email. No phone calls, please.

Salary Range: $63,178-$103,940 (based on experience)