Employment

Purpose

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an AP Psychology teacher beginning in the fall of 2025. This position involves teaching one class/section during Semester I and Semester II.  The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term, during which teachers offer non-traditional courses that focus on experiential learning or using knowledge in new contexts.  

Essential Job Functions

• Teach one section of AP Psychology
• Prepare students for the AP exam

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Ability to work with, encourage, and inspire students to seek continuous growth
• A willingness to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of abilities
• An understanding of how students learn
• Ability and desire to plan high-quality instruction, assess student learning, reflect on pedagogical effectiveness, and adjust approach as needed
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• Basic computer literacy skills

Qualifying Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and developed, varied strategies for teaching. 
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in various educational settings.

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
 

Purpose

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks a Business and Entrepreneurship teacher beginning in the fall of 2025.  This position involves teaching one class during Semester I and Semester II, which could be offered during the school day or in the evening,depending on the instructor's availability.  The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term, during which this teacher will offer an existing course that culminates in a significant student scholarship opportunity.  

Essential Job Functions

• Teach a semester-long Business and Entrepreneurship course in each of Semester I and Semester II
• Teach a May Term class on financial literacy
• Work with students to assist them in an essay scholarship contest

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Ability to work with, encourage, and inspire students to seek continuous growth
• A willingness to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of abilities
• An understanding of how students learn
• Ability and desire to plan high-quality instruction, assess student learning, reflect on pedagogical effectiveness, and adjust approach as needed
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• Basic computer literacy skills

Qualifying Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and developed, varied strategies for teaching. 
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in various educational settings.

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, has openings for custodial staff positions. Responsibilities include performing custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a campus setting and who take pride in making our school a positive reflection of our commitment to our students, our staff and our community. The openings available are part-time (up to 30-hours/wk) with a potential of full-time for the ideal candidate.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.  Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.  Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters
• Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; For positions within on-campus residence halls acts in a respectful, responsible and professional manner when interacting with resident students
• Participates in deep cleaning when dorm room/apartment or classroom turnover occurs.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Secures the facility, ensuring building is locked/unlocked as required
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements including deep cleaning of facilities in the summer months and during school break(s).
• May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities. 
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Dispositions:
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies 
• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive guest service demeanor towards guests, clients and co-workers

Qualifying Experience:

• Custodial experience preferred; no previous experience required
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks part-time drivers to begin employment immediately.

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions:

● Use school vehicles to provide transportation to Fryeburg Academy students for trips and travel, as needed

● Arrive on schedule

● Maintain a polite and professional demeanor at all times

Qualifying Education and Experience:

● Clean driving record

● Availability to take night and weekend trips when needed

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record check.

Applications can be emailed to Erin Wentworth, Human Resources Manager (ewentworth@fryeburgacademy.org) or delivered directly to Fryeburg Academy.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Purpose

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks a Film teacher beginning in the fall of 2025.  This position involves teaching one semester-long class during both Semester I and Semester II.   

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Ability to work with, encourage, and inspire students to seek continuous growth
• A willingness to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of abilities
• An understanding of how students learn
• Ability and desire to plan high-quality instruction, assess student learning, reflect on pedagogical effectiveness, and adjust approach as needed
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• Basic computer literacy skills

Qualifying Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Film or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and developed, varied strategies for teaching. 
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in various educational settings.
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose:

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks individuals to join their Dining Hall Team who prize hard work and professionalism and who seek a rewarding career in our newly renovated dining hall. This position involves working alongside the Food Service Director and other kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will interact with the students and staff as well, so an outgoing and friendly personality is a plus. The Fryeburg Academy community encompasses students and staff from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, and with a range of academic interests and skills. The ideal candidate will be energetic and eager to learn. 

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions: 

• Ability to work fast and efficiently in a fast paced environment 
• Maintain a high level of quality and be aware of allergens present in food in order to inform guests. 
• Must be ServSafe certified, have a clean appearance and positive friendly demeanor 
• Have excellent time management skills and ability to stay on task 
• Uphold a sense of urgency while maintaining a calm and polite demeanor toward others  Be willing to help in dish room if needed 
• Maintain a clean work station and appearance 
• Perform preparation duties such as rinsing, peeling, slicing and dicing fruit and vegetables
• Possess knowledge of and adherence to sanitation and safety regulations including correct serving temperatures and portion control 
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School or designee. 

Qualifying Education and Experience: 

• Experience in baking or a professional kitchen is a plus, but not required. 
• High School Diploma, GED or suitable equivalent. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Ability to stand for extended hours and be able to lift 50 pounds 
• Ability to prioritize in a school setting
• Professionalism and positive interpersonal skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills 
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education
• Criminal History Record Check.

Purpose

To promote and ensure a living environment and experience in which Fryeburg Academy boarding students will thrive, the Residential Life Associate provides program support that is innovative, supportive, and collaborative. The associate works with an engaged staff and acquaints him/herself with each student in the program, assisting in all aspects of residential life operations: staff training, scheduling, and evaluation; policy and procedure review, development, and implementation; activities-planning and community-building; The residential life associate work schedule includes afternoon, early evening and some weekend responsibilities.

Essential Functions

● Collaborate on the design and planning of the weekend activities program in collaboration with the reslife staff.

● Lead weekend duty team communications to assign weekend duties and prepare weekend itinerary.

● Take a leadership role and collaborate on the planning and implementation of special community wide events

● Organize, plan and take a lead role in the Dorm Olympics

● Assist in the preparation and execution of preseason athletics and the planning and implementation of a robust orientation program

● Plan and lead afternoon and evening activities during preseason

● Assist students as needed - obtaining meals, packing, cleaning, moving, bank applications etc.
● Plan and lead monthly events/activities during night and weekend hours for resident students

● Plan and execute all new student orientations that occur after the start of the school year, including communications with all stakeholders

● Actively promote weekend activities and special events in dorms, at meals, and through signage and communications

● Assist with the various needs of students.

● Assist with the preparation of dormitories and student information for preseason and school year

● Plan and lead afternoon and evening activities during preseason

● Advisory tasks as assigned

● Other duties as assigned Administration

● Assist in the collection and management of resident student travel arrangements to and from campus for the start of school and breaks

● Support part time staff with the distribution of student mail

● Maintain student activity database and track student participation in weekend activities

● Work with the resident life team to ensure a successful opening of the dorms in preseason/fall and closing of the dorms at the end of the school year.

● Create and maintain signage in dormitories, dining hall

● Assist managing dormitory lists and making necessary Blackbaud updates

● Coordinate communications to resident students regarding meetings, special events, and activities.

● Assist in ordering supplies/equipment for the office, dormitories etc.

● Manage organization of ResLife Supplies

● Collect completed dormitory Room Inventory at start of year or when new students arrive

● Complete and record dormitory inventories at the end of the school year

● Prepare and distribute student information packets, keys, door tags etc. for preseason and school year

● Ensure that Door Tags are up to date in each dorm throughout the year

● Other duties as assigned Schedule and time off  

● The residential life associate daily work schedule begins two weeks prior to preseason (8/7 for 2025) and extends one week beyond the end of the school year (usually mid-June.) Daily hours of work will vary and will include school day and evening hours each week

● This position receives 15 vacation days each year and paid holidays as determined by the school year calendar.

● In some cases the residential life associate responsibilities may require work on holidays, in these instances the residential life associate can use flex time another day for an equivalent number of hours.

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

● A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy

● Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

● Proficiency in Excel and Google Docs; experience with Blackbaud a plus

● Excellent organizational skills; ability to balance office duties and timelines

● Commitment to office team processes

Qualifying Education and Experience

● Bachelor’s degree preferred

● Experience working with youth in a residential school setting or youth development program

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative school counselor beginning in late August 2025.  

The school counselor is a professional educator focused on helping students achieve success at Fryeburg Academy and beyond–this includes students’ transition to the academy, support while enrolled at the academy, and post-secondary options and placement. The school counselor provides proactive, over-time guidance that engages all stakeholders in the constellation surrounding students.

This individual works for 10 days preceding and a week following a school year, respectively, and is responsible for light email correspondence throughout the summer; s/he reports directly to the Director of School Counseling and regularly works with other school counselors, grade-level deans, school support team members, Dean of Faculty, and the Director of Studies.

Fryeburg Academy faculty are responsible for the school's boarding program and extracurricular offerings. The Academy seeks individuals who enjoy working with high school students in and out of the classroom and who wish to strengthen its community through commitment to various roles. 

Duties/Essential Functions

• Cultivates acquaintance and maintains regular contact with students on his/her/their caseload
• Provides regular individualized support in the three spheres of academic advising, post-secondary/career planning, and social-emotional support for all students on one’s caseload
• Administers a comprehensive gr. 9-12 counseling curriculum based on student needs–including advisory content
• Assists with standardized testing (PSAT, SAT, AP, TOEFL, and ACT: others as appropriate)
• Administers all aspects of post-secondary search and application/admission process—develops appropriate college/program lists, assists with applications, writes recommendations, collects, completes, and sends all supporting materials.
• Advises student course selection and scheduling; develops 4-year academic plans with students. 
• Develops practical familiarity and connections with a wide variety of American colleges, universities, and other post-secondary training and study programs; stays abreast of the latest information regarding college admissions 
• Consult and communicate with appropriate school personnel regarding student concerns and participate on the school-wide Student Support Team.
• Maintains professionalism: adheres to laws and ethical standards of school counseling
• Provides students with social and emotional support as needed; provides responsive crisis intervention short-term counseling; and makes appropriate referrals to the school social worker and/or outside mental health service providers
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed by the Director of School Counseling, Head of School, or HoS designees

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of  school counseling approaches and practices
• Demonstrates an understanding of child (adolescent) development and behavior
• Possesses engaging interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic
• Is innovative, enthusiastic, energetic, and flexible
• Is experienced with the needs of high school-age students and their families
• Embraces diversity and differences in all individuals
• Familiar with Learning Management Systems and web-based post-secondary, college, and career planning software such as SCOIR and/or Naviance
• Effective organizational abilities and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates an ability to work in a variety of settings
• Communicates and works collaboratively with school counseling colleagues and the educational community as a whole
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth
• Maintains membership with ASCA (American School Counselors Association) and MeSCA (Maine School Counselors Association)
• Cultivates familiarity with relevant, timely issues in school counseling and student support through professional reading

Qualifying Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree is required; preference given to candidates with MS Counseling with a concentration in school counseling, MEd in School Counseling or related field
• Classroom teaching and private/boarding school experience preferred 
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks individuals to join our team as substitute teachers. 

Our substitute teachers work part-time as needed to provide coverage during teacher absences. Whenever possible, our substitute coordinator will offer work opportunities to our substitutes in advance; however, there will be occasions when we seek last-minute coverage, and we will reach out in the early morning or evening hours. While we frequently need substitute coverage, we cannot guarantee an offer of daily work.

The ideal candidate will interact with our students and staff, making an outgoing and friendly personality a plus. Substitute teachers should be prepared to work with students and staff from various backgrounds and cultures and those with different academic interests and skills. 

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Ability to work with, encourage, and inspire students to seek continuous growth
• Ability to follow sub plans, as left by the absent classroom teacher
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• The ideal candidate will be energetic and eager to work with both our local and international students
• A willingness to work with students of all backgrounds and abilities

Qualifying Education and Experience

• Prior classroom or teaching experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required  
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose:

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, has openings for custodial staff positions. Responsibilities include performing custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a campus setting and who take pride in making our school a positive reflection of our commitment to our students, our staff and our community. Duties and

Responsibilities:

• Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies. 
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters 
• Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; 
• For positions within on-campus residence halls acts in a respectful, responsible and professional manner when interacting with resident students 
• Participates in deep cleaning when dorm room/apartment or classroom turnover occurs.  Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices 
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements including deep cleaning of facilities in the summer months. 
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Dispositions: 

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions 
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures 
•  Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies 
• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive guest service demeanor towards guests, clients and co-workers

Qualifying Experience: 

• Custodial experience preferred; no previous experience required
• Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

Purpose: 

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, has openings for experienced painters over the summer. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a campus setting and who take pride in making our school a positive reflection of our commitment to our students, our staff and our community. 

Knowledge, Skills and Dispositions: 

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions 
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures 
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies 
• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive guest service demeanor towards guests, clients and co-workers 

Qualifying Experience: 

• Painting experience preferred; no previous experience required 
• Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record check. 

Purpose:

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, has openings for general laborers over the summer. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a campus setting and who take pride in making our school a positive reflection of our commitment to our students, our staff and our community. 

Knowledge, Skills and Dispositions: 

• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions 
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures 
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies 
• Maintains friendly, efficient, positive guest service demeanor towards guests, clients and co-workers 

Qualifying Experience: 

• Past Construction or Maintenance experience preferred; no previous experience required 
• Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record check.