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"Evidenced by the fact that 40% of teachers have worked at the school for more than ten years, Fryeburg Academy truly offers a sense of community to students and faculty alike."
Ready to Join Us at Fryeburg Academy?
Fryeburg Academy is one of the oldest schools in the United States. We are a co-educational, secondary boarding and day school situated in the scenic Mount Washington Valley.
The Academy has around 180 resident students from 30 countries and also caters to nearly 500-day students living within the local school district who consider the Academy as their high school. This diverse student body requires a flexible faculty with a broad skill set and a global perspective. It requires teachers and staff members who advocate for the noble, egalitarian mission of a private school that serves the public good.
Working at the Academy
Work Requirements
All new faculty members serve on a dorm team. This duty entails supervising a dorm one evening a week and six Saturdays a year. While every teacher is required to contribute to the Residential Life program in some way, participation in extracurriculars is not required. Stipends are available for coaching and leading most clubs.
Every new faculty member, regardless of experience, is paired with a mentor who is an active and proactive support in the first year. School counselors also work closely with teachers to maintain appropriate and individualized student academic programming. Additionally, the strong local alumni network provides valuable connections and support for faculty and students.
Work Benefits
An undeniable benefit of working at Fryeburg Academy is its location. The school is in the center of town, creating a feeling of connection to the community that few boarding schools enjoy. Proximity to the White Mountain National Forest, lakes, rivers, and mountains allows access to various outdoor activities in every season. Fryeburg is also within 1 hour of charming Portland, Maine, 20 minutes from the resort town of North Conway, NH, and 2.5 hours to the metropolis of Boston.
Other benefits include a teachers association that works for all faculty to ensure fairness, excellent health insurance, optional dental and vision insurance, and participation in the Maine Public Employee Retirement System. While many state pension plans disqualify employees from Social Security, our faculty enjoy retirement benefits from both. In addition, teachers are encouraged to take advantage of professional development money in pursuit of their individual and professional goals. Faculty also have 24-hour access to the fitness center, free lunch every school day, and the near guarantee of delighting in several snow days each winter.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an application, letter of interest, résumé, and three references in PDF format to Erin Wentworth, human resources manager.
Openings | 2025-26 School Year
- Associate Director of Residential Life
- Aviation & Technology Instructor
- Economics and Finance Teacher
- Facilities and Maintenance Technician
- Mathematics Teacher
- School Counselor
- Special Education Teacher: Functional Life Skills
- Substitute Teacher, Part-Time
Associate Director of Residential Life
Purpose:
To promote a living environment and experience in which Fryeburg Academy boarding students will thrive, the Associate Director of Residential Life provides program support that is innovative, supportive, and collaborative. S/he 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; policy and procedure review, development, and implementation; activities-planning and community-building; The Associate Director of Residential Life work schedule includes school day, afternoon, evening, and some weekend responsibilities.
This individual possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills, understands and enjoys the diversity of needs and experiences inherent in the Academy’s boarding population, and enhances and integrates the residential experience at Fryeburg Academy. The Associate director of Residential Life is an integral member of the residential life team. S/he works closely with the directors’ office, the school’s on-campus therapeutic counselor, and other individuals charged with student life concerns. S/he reports to the Director of Residential Life.
Specific Director duties fall among the following essential functions of the job:
- Assist in the planning and execution of a residential life program that meets the needs of the students and all areas outside of the school day- prioritizing safety, engagement, community, relationships, and wellness.
- Communicate effectively and proactively with boarding students, families, proctors, directors, and school administration
- Administer res. life policies and procedures consistently to ensure the safety and well-being of boarding students and residential staff
- Assist in the administration of discipline related to student conduct in residential contexts; track attendance of residential students, participate in processes relating to major conduct infractions
- Serve as the AOD (administrator on duty) during assigned weeknights
- Assist in the development and execution of preseason and new student orientation activities, to include work with student leaders, Raider Patrol, new students, and returning students with a focus on Residential Life programming
- Take a leadership role and collaborate on the planning and implementation of special community wide events
- Oversee the organization, planning, and execution of the Dorm Olympics
- Assist students as needed i.e. 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
- Assist with the preparation of dormitories and student information for preseason and school year
- 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
- 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 and special events.
- 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
- 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 Associate director of Residential Life works a 12 month schedule with 20 vacation days per year.
- The schedule is highly variable with night, weekend and some holiday responsibilities. As such, the daily and weekly schedule is somewhat flexible. Schedules will be made in collaboration with the Director of Residential Life and Residential Life Associate to ensure adequate coverage.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Min. 5 years in an educational setting
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Demonstrated understanding of adolescent development
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness
- Staff experience in a boarding program
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Sound organizational abilities, including the ability to balance administrative duties and timelines
- Technological proficiency; experience with Google Suite preferred
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive school vehicles
- All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Aviation & Technology Instructor
Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative aviation teacher beginning late August 2025. This position can be full- or part-time, and involves teaching up to five periods. Three of these periods will be aviation programming; up to two additional periods may be technology courses, which will be developed jointly with the instructor. The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term during which teachers offer non-traditional classes that focus on experiential learning or using knowledge in new contexts.
Responsibilities
- Implement the AOPA “You Can Fly” curriculum
- Make students aware of the wide range of job opportunities in the aviation industry
- Maintain collaborative relationships with local, related industries and aviation foundations and supporters
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers; compile, administer, and grade examinations and assessments
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
- Keep current with developments in the field by reading literature, conducting program advisory meetings, and participating in professional organizations, coursework and conferences
- Collaborate with colleagues
- Participate in school and community events
- Understand differentiated instruction and adhere to IEPs
- Develop additional Technology course(s) with the Director of Studies and the chair of the Technology, Technical Arts and the Trades department
- If teaching 4 or more periods:
- serve on a residential duty team or equivalent
- serve as an advisor for a group of 12-14 students for their four years of high school
Qualifying Education and Experience
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Minimum of five years successful experience in an aviation-related field
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Knowledge of current aviation industry and training practices
- The enthusiastic ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, and with a diverse range of academic interests and skills
All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Economics and Finance Teacher
Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school located in Western Maine/the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative Business teacher beginning in the fall of 2025. This full-time position involves teaching five classes during Semester I and Semester II. The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term. Teachers offer non-traditional classes focusing on experiential learning or using knowledge in new contexts.
Fryeburg Academy faculty have significant responsibilities connected with 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.
Essential Job Functions
- Teach Economics (including AP Macro, AP Micro) and Personal Finance
- Serve as an academic advisor for a group of 8-12 students throughout their high school career
- Serve on a dorm team
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
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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 business-related courses.
- Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, in a residential or camp setting, or as an activity advisor) is a plus.
- All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Facilities and Maintenance Technician
Purpose:
The Facilities and Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting the Facilities and Maintenance Department with maintenance services at Fryeburg Academy. They should take pride in being a part of Fryeburg Academy by working to ensure our buildings and grounds are representative of our strong community and academic presence. The Facilities and Maintenance Technician reports to the Facilities and Maintenance Director and/or Assistant Director.
Specific duties fall among the following essential functions of the job:
- Support the maintenance department in keeping a safe and clean campus facility for our staff, students, and community
- Possess a basic understanding of general building and/or grounds maintenance
- Drive students to appointments as necessary and assist in airport transportation on school breaks
- Snow Removal. Responsible for assisting in cleaning school grounds during and after snow events.
- Ability to work in a group and/or independently to complete a project or task
- Attention to detail to ensure the task is completed accurately and promptly
- React positively to change and have the ability to prioritize tasks
- Adhere to proper methods of lifting, moving, and stacking tools, equipment, and materials
- Have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Work in both indoor and outdoor settings in varying weather conditions
- May be required to stand, bend, knee,l or crawl to access areas requiring repair or maintenance
- Occasional exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. FA will provide the training, equipment, and protection necessary for these instances.
- The ideal candidate will have an interest in learning new things or ways of completing tasks.
- Open to participating in training opportunities when they arise
- Other duties as needed or assigned
Additional Duties which you may be asked to be responsible for:
- Responsibilities may include plowing, shoveling, etc. Training on the operation of plow vehicles will be provided if necessary. Occasionally, this work will be outside of typically scheduled work hours.
- There may be times when you are asked or required to act as a driver during or outside your regular work hours.
- Responsible for all shipping and receiving for the Facilities and Maintenance department
Qualifying Education and Experience
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High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years experience in facilities maintenance preferred, but not required
- Existing knowledge or experience in carpentry, landscaping, or transportation is a plus
- Must possess a valid Drivers License
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training required (FA will provide)
Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions:
- Willingness and ability to take direction from Facilities Director and Assistant Facilities Director
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with students and staff
- Follow safety regulations and proper use of equipment and tools
All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mathematics Teacher
Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative mathematics teacher beginning in the fall of 2025. This full-time position involves teaching five classes 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. Fryeburg Academy faculty have significant responsibilities connected with 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. Essential Job Functions
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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 mathematics 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 mathematics.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in various educational settings.
- Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, in a residential or camp setting, or as an activity advisor) is a plus.
- All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
School Counselor
Purpose
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.
Special Education Teacher: Functional Life Skills
Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative special education teacher beginning in the fall of 2025. This full-time position involves working with a caseload of students in a functional life skills setting.
Fryeburg Academy faculty have significant responsibilities connected with 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. As such, this position involves serving on a dorm team.
Essential Job Functions
- Build confidence in and trusting relationships with students
- Encourage good citizenship among students and other teachers in the classroom
- Participate in field trips as part of student post-secondary transition goals
- Maintain an organized physical environment for classroom safety and presentation
- Plan, develop or modify special education curriculum, including lessons, programs, and teaching methods
- Using Special Education skill areas, instruct students individually and in groups
- Monitor student progress in varied settings
- Using work output and observation, determine goals and objectives for students and evaluate them based on their progress in these areas.
- Prepare report cards, classroom observation records, education records, IEP records, and other required forms.
- Conduct assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning needs and recommending courses of action to increase and maximize learning.
- Assist students and teaching staff in implementing IEPs and behavior management plans
- Coordinate with outside agencies and organizations
Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions
- Proficiency in writing IEPs is essential; knowledge of the Adori system is a plus
- Strong supervisory experience; ability to provide guidance to, schedule, and delegate to ed techs (paraprofessionals/teaching assistants) working in their classrooms
- A 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
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A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
- State Certification as a Special Education Teacher: DOE 282 (or the qualifications to be conditionally certified in Special Education) is required.
- Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, in a residential or camp setting, or as an activity advisor) is a plus.
- All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.
Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Substitute Teacher, Part-Time
Purpose
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
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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
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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.