Employment Opportunities
Kindergarten Assistant Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)
physical Education teacher and sports coordinator (2026-2027 School Year)
Kitchen Staff (Part Time, 2026-2027 School Year)
Upper School Spanish Teacher (Part Time)
For over 58 years, The Well School has been a leader in whole-child education in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire. With an intentionally small community of 125 students and 15 acres of land, our program emphasizes outdoor learning, hands-on experiences, and strong community values of kindness, cooperation, and respect.
kindergarten assistant teacher
The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher reports directly to the Kindergarten Primary Teacher. The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher supports the classroom teacher by assisting with instruction and tasks to accomplish classroom objectives. In the classroom, the responsibilities of the role may include helping to prepare classroom curriculum materials, supporting circle time, engaging children in learning center activities, working with students who need additional instruction, and discussing students' progress with their teacher. Assistant teachers may work with small groups of students or with one student at a time. Additionally, they may confer with teachers on student performance, and they may oversee students outside of the classroom during recess, drop-off and pick-up, field trips, and related activities.
The Kindergarten Assistant Teacher will seek to model the school’s philosophy, which focuses on the education of the whole child with an emphasis on promoting each child’s self-esteem and social development. They will take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work hours between 7:30am and 3:30pm Monday - Thursday and 7:30am and 2:30pm Fridays
Attend and help facilitate four Saturday school days throughout the academic year
Help create a developmentally appropriate, positive, caring, and inclusive environment that cultivates motivation and enthusiasm for and growth in learning in the classroom
Support Specials teachers (PA, Art, and Music)
Monitor and engage with students in a variety of activities and educational settings (e.g. classroom, playground, lunchtime, etc.) and ensure safety at all times
Handle social, emotional, and behavioral issues as they arise
Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect in relating to children, families, visitors, and coworkers
Report safety and wellness incidents to maintain students’ personal safety and adhere to state laws
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
Implement classroom curriculum, learning centers, and activities
Ensure the classroom is aesthetically attractive so that students enjoy their surroundings while learning
Help plan lessons and daily activities based on the principles of child development
Ensure the development of positive relationships with children
Observe each child and assist in assessing skills, interests, and needs, and use this information to facilitate individual learning and growth
Provide a comforting presence with the children
Qualification Requirements:
A minimum of ECE credits or an Associate’s degree in elementary school or early childhood education
Outstanding organizational skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and empathetic approach
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail-oriented
High-energy and enthusiastic about working as a member of the Kindergarten team
Must be able to participate in a physically active program
Physical education teacher & Sports Coordinator
Job Summary
This position consists of three main components:
The Physical Education Teacher for grades Pre-K - 8
The Sports Coordinator
Head Soccer Coach
The PE Teacher reports directly to the Head of School. This position is responsible for developing lesson plans; delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines: preschool through eighth grade; collaborating with other teachers, staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or class issues; supervising students within the athletic fields and other assigned areas; student progress and the athletic programs, among other related responsibilities.
The Physical Education Teacher will seek to model the school’s philosophy of education through instruction and example and provide lessons that meet the school’s requirements as well as students’ interests and capabilities. The Teacher will take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and will keep accurate records.
While this position is considered to be full time, The Well School is open to a part time option for the right candidate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Be present on campus, Monday through Friday, for PA classes and after school programming (seasonally: Soccer & Cross Country in the fall, Skiing in the winter, Outdoor Education/Club sports in the spring
Oversee all aspects of the Physical Education & Athletics department which includes budget, class preparation, inter scholastic practices and games and event schedule
Oversee standards and safety when on campus and away from campus with school groups
Attend Saturday school days, faculty, and committee meetings
Attend in-service training and workshops
Maintain records of student progress, and collaborate on progress reports and report cards
Handle social, emotional, and behavioral issues working closely with primary teachers
Report safety and wellness incidents to the school’s Human Resource Department
Prepare and implement lesson plans, providing appropriate learning experiences for each preschool through eighth-grade student
Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community members as needed
Care for equipment, materials, and facilities
Knowledge of emergency plans for the school, such as lockdown procedures and fire drills
The PE Teacher is expected to lead at least one after school club per session (with the exception of the Fall sports season.)
Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Elementary School Education or Outdoor Education or equivalent education and/or experience
At least 5 years of experience in appropriate field (e.g., PE, Elementary Ed, Sports Coaching, Outdoor Ed, Camp & Adventure programming)
Proficient knowledge of teaching strategies and methods
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Proficient computer skills
Valid driver’s license
Availability to work extended hours on occasion
Able to work well collaboratively
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High-energy and enthusiastic about working in an Pre-K, elementary and middle school environment
The Well School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to aswayze@wellschool.org
Kitchen Staff
Job Summary
The Well School is hiring an enthusiastic Kitchen Staff Member. The right person will be nurturing, energetic, creative, and a team player. The Kitchen Staff Member reports directly to the Director of the Community Kitchen. In collaboration with other Kitchen Staff, this position is responsible for food preparation, cleaning, and food service to Preschool through Grade 8 and staff. The Kitchen Staff Member will seek to model the school’s philosophy of education through instruction and example. The Kitchen Staff Member will take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and will keep accurate records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Report to work by 8:00am and leave by 3:00pm.
The kitchen staff performs a wide range of duties in the fast-moving kitchen; they are the utility people, often assisting with cooking and various aspects of meal preparation and delivery.
Basic Food Prep -The kitchen staff organizes the kitchen to do food prep to streamline cooking and meal presentation, including washing, peeling, and cutting fruits and vegetables; mixing ingredients for dishes; and cutting and seasoning meats.
Meal Presentation - The kitchen staff organizes the food counter. They have a working knowledge of the day’s meals and menus.
Stock Kitchen and Storeroom - The kitchen staff works with Director to receive, stack, and properly store food in kitchens, cold storage, and storerooms. They transfer food and supplies to the kitchen as needed.
Cleaning Duties - The kitchen staff is responsible for ensuring all areas of the kitchen, food prep, and food storage areas are clean and properly sanitized. This includes washing dishes and cooking equipment, cleaning floors, sanitizing countertops and cutting boards, and maintaining all areas to health code standards.
Kitchen Setup and Breakdown- If they are the first to arrive, the kitchen staff turns on the lights, oven, and coffee machine, starts kitchen prep work, and prepares the kitchen and customer areas for service. When they’re the last to leave, the kitchen staff puts food and dishes away, cleans and mops the floors, and turns off all ovens, stoves, and other cooking equipment.
Community Commitment
Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect in relating to children, families, visitors, and coworkers
Report safety and wellness incidents to maintain community personal safety and adhere to state laws
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment
Qualification Requirements:
Prior experience working in kitchen preferred
Outstanding organizational skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a professional and empathetic approach
Detail-oriented
High-energy and enthusiastic about a community centered kitchen environment and working as a member of a team
Must be able to participate in a physically active program
Upper School Spanish Teacher (Part Time)
The Well School is seeking to hire an experienced, engaged, Spanish Teacher for our Upper School (grades 5 - 8.) This is a part time position for the 2026-2027 School Year. Qualified candidates will be native or fluent Spanish speakers and have classroom teaching experience. A detailed job description will be forthcoming, however interested candidates are encouraged to connect with us by emailing Head of School Anne E. Swayze at aswayze@wellschool.org.