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Why Emma?

three faculty members greeting students on opening day

Founded in 1814, Emma Willard School was built on the notion that women could excel in an academically rigorous environment, just like men. Over 200 years later, Emma remains an institution that thrives on intellectual curiosity and making way for everyone’s voice to be heard. Surrounded by century-old gothic architecture, EMployees at Emma Willard School become a part of a community that is surrounded by tradition, yet focused on meeting the greatest challenges of our world. From working toward anti-racism to addressing climate change to pursuing social justice, the Emma community is engaged in combining academic excellence with real-world impact. What’s more, we genuinely care about one another while we’re doing it.

If you love being a part of something greater than yourself, Emma is your place. If you love being a part of a community that supports and cares about one another, Emma is your place. If you love striving for excellence, Emma is your place.

Current Openings

GirlSummer - Counselor/Lifeguard

Summer employment opportunity June 30, 2025 through August 1, 2025.

Director of Gift Planning

The primary purpose of the Director of Gift Planning is to encourage and secure both immediate and longer-term financial support of the school through charitable giving.

Fellows - Math, English, History

The Fellows program at Emma Willard School partners with the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education’s Independent School Teaching Residency Program (ISTR), enabling “aspiring and early career teachers to receive a master’s degree while completing an intensive teaching fellowship at a host partner school.”

GirlSummer - Pool Manager

The Pool Manage will oversee all swimming instruction and participate in activities.

History Instructor - 2025-2026

The History Department seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated instructor to join our department starting in the 2025–2026 school year. The department is seeking a teacher who is excited to teach courses in world history, United States history, and/or Advanced Studies Psychology. Preference will be given to candidates with the ability to teach Advanced Studies Psychology.

Teaching Faculty - Resume Collection

Why Work at Emma Willard School?

Our Mission and Values

Honoring its founder’s vision, Emma Willard School proudly fosters in each student a love of learning, the habits of an intellectual life, and the character, moral strength, and qualities of leadership to serve and shape her world.

For EMployees, that centering mission gives each task a greater purpose. Whether the work at hand is caring for the beautiful campus, teaching in the classroom, sanitizing desks, parenting teenagers in the dorm, processing accounts payable, troubleshooting technology, or any number of other vital roles... EMployees are dedicated to facilitating the work that shapes young minds for a better future.

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Diversity and Belonging

At Emma Willard School, we commit ourselves to building a community that values and celebrates differences, encourages dialogue, fosters mutual respect, and highlights our shared purpose and ideals. Our community is intended to be inclusive of individuals of every race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability or place of origin, providing equitable employment opportunities on a campus committed to ideals of diversity in the workplace and the classroom.

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Employee Benefits

In addition to the benefits of being part of a dynamic, supportive community, Emma Willard School provides its employees with a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Emma Willard School is committed to the wellbeing of our families, so EMployees benefit from childcare reimbursement, discounted tuition at Saint Gregory's and Parker, as well as remission of tuition to Emma Willard School.

Working in a boarding community means you may enjoy sharing meals with your co-workers and students in the dining hall, which features seasonal locally-grown produce, fresh-made entrées, artisan-style sandwiches, homemade soups and dressings… all accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free diets. Enjoy the use of our workout facilities, swimming pool, tennis courts, track, and 40 acres of wooded and grassy areas for exploration. You may even find yourself chaperoning a field trip to a museum, mentoring a Signature project, or joining in fun weekend activities!

Embracing Troy and the New York Capital Region

Emma Willard School is located atop Mount Ida in Troy, New York, in the heart of New York’s Capital Region. This region is home to the New York state government, companies engaged in technology and scientific development, renowned academic institutions, and a vibrant local arts scene. Outside the walls of Emma, you’ll find bustling farmer’s markets, cafés, shops, and city-wide events. Emma Willard School is less than three hours away from major cultural destinations including New York City, Boston, Montreal, and a short drive to the beautiful Adirondack State Park, the Catskill Mountains, and the Berkshires.

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Apply through our Career Center

Interested in joining the faculty at Emma Willard School? We practice "continuous recruitment" and collect resumes year-round to quickly have on file when positions become available. If you would like to be considered, submit your application to the Teaching Faculty Resume Collection job listing.

Questions? Contact:

Saytra Green

Director of Human Resources

Hear from our EMployees

What do you love about working at Emma?

“Every day is different, and the respect and care the students bring to their learning each day is a gift. There's an appreciation that intellectual challenge AND play can happen at the same time.”

“It's clear that my development as a professional is truly valued and supported at Emma. Even as a brand new employee, I was encouraged to seek opportunities for professional development that was of interest and meaning to me. I am continuously supported with funding, time and mentorship for my growth as an educator.”

“I get to collaborate with brilliant & creative educators! Along with dedicated staff colleagues who strive to support our work! Really, a fantastic educational environement to grow as an educator and support students in their growth!”

“My colleagues foster an environment of collaboration, care, and encouragement, striking the perfect balance between autonomy and teamwork. The students are an incredible source of motivation. Their energy, curiosity, and passion for learning and leadership are unmatched.”

“Being part of an academic community that brings together bright minds from the Capital Region, across the nation, and around the world is truly extraordinary. The privilege of connecting with such a diverse group of students makes my job so meaningful - where else can you find yourself at the intersection of so many cultures, perspectives, and dreams?”

“I love working at Emma because I can show up authentically.”

“We have so many curricular and professional development opportunities and are encouraged to pursue them! From developing new courses, to completing Curriculum Innovation Projects, to attending and presenting at regional and national conferences, there are endless chances to continue growing as an educator.”

“In short: the students. Emma students come into the classroom curious, willing to work, and full of the most amazing questions. They create an environment where it is acceptable, even celebrated, to be excited about learning!”

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