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Teaching at US is, at its core, built on relationships. Our teachers make connections with their students that extend beyond the classroom. With opportunities to mentor boys through a tough stage in life, or challenge them on the athletic field, we have witnessed countless teachers make lifelong relationships that transcend the traditional model of a teacher-student association.

US is committed to finding outstanding faculty and supporting them. This is evident in our just completed $100 million campaign for University School, in which supporting faculty was a main initiative. We are setting the standard for faculty compensation and our faculty has engaging opportunities for both professional and personal growth. From experiences in Cambodia to training with the most cutting-edge technology, US teachers are sometimes learning as much as their students.

While teaching at US, you are surrounded by remarkable colleagues. Authors, artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, and the like, US teachers practice what they preach. It is no exaggeration to say that our faculty members are one of the most accomplished, driven, innovative, and fun group of professionals you could be around.

Current Employment Opportunities

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Assistant (part-time) to the Shaker Admission Office - Shaker Heights Campus

University School is seeking a part-time Assistant to the Shaker Admission Office. The assistant collaborates closely with the Director of Admission/Financial Aid (Jr.K-12) and provides direct support to the Lower and Middle School Directors of Admission to ensure the admission processes run smoothly. The Assistant will be the first point of contact for prospective families (grades Junior K-8) and will provide support throughout all parts of the application process. A critical success factor in this position will involve building rapport on the phone, in-person, and through email with all interested families.

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To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@us.edu indicating "Assistant to the Shaker Admission Office" in the title, or mail to Human Resources, University School, 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022 no later than June 20, 2024.
Director of Operations - Shaker Heights & Hunting Valley

University School is seeking a Director of Operations who will be responsible for providing operational and strategic oversight, management, and planning of all aspects of the daily physical operations, maintenance, and security of the School’s two campuses and respective operations. The Director of Operations manages and has oversight over Facilities (which includes maintenance, transportation, housekeeping, and all capital expenditures) ,Food Service, and Security.

The Director of Operations is central in campus planning and will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Head of School, Assistant Head of School for Advancement, and the Board of Trustees’ Buildings and Grounds Committee and SWAT (Strategic Working Architecture Team) on the School’s operations and initiatives. The Director serves as the School’s General Contractor and manages all construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Director of Operations collaborates with school leaders to fulfill the mission, vision, and brand of the School.

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Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to recruitingDOO@us.edu, or to S. Fantozzi-Welker, Director of Human Resources, University School, 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.
Food Service Associate - Shaker & Hunting Valley Campus
University School is seeking two (2) candidates for University School Food Service team. The positions require no experience. If you have experience that is a plus. The positions will be cross trained in the kitchen/dining room area, as every position is important to run a solid food service.

The major responsibilities of the positions are as follows:
- Serving the boys lunch on a hot line ... JK- 12^th grade and helping them understand all the choices for lunch with a friendly disposition
- Preparing condiments and replenishing condiments for lunch
- Packing lunches for field trips, immersion days, and away sport competitions
- Clean and sanitize food prep areas.
- Setting and cleaning up the lunchroom
- Clean and sanitize dining room tables.
- Clean and sanitize serving lines.
- Assist with operating the dish machine
The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday as follows:
- Hunting Valley campus (upper school): 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Shaker Campus (lower school): 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and references to Mrs. Fantozzi-Welker, Director of Human Resources at recruiting@us.edu or University School, 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022. or message me, vscruggs@us.edu to get more information and learn more about our private school.
Housekeeper - Hunting Valley Campus

UNVERSITY SCHOOL IS SEEKING A HOUSEKEEPER FOR THE HUNTING VALLEY CAMPUS.

The 1st shift housekeeper (hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) is responsible for cleaning the athletic facilities including the Field House, Game Gym, Squash Courts, locker rooms, the Business Office, and the Pavilion. Other duties include laundering housekeeping cloths, machine scrubbing floors and carpets, as well as general cleaning through the areas.

Qualified candidates must be able to stand for long periods of time, be able to kneel and/or crouch, as well as work around chemical cleaning solutions. Must also be able to drive a truck for snowplowing and salting operations.

Interested and qualified candidates should send a resume to Quiana Barhams at qbarhams@us.edu or to Ms. Barhams at University School, 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.
Maintenance / Carpentry Technician

University School is seeking two Maintenance Technicians to join our Facilities team at the Hunting Valley Campus.

Maintenance & HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Carpentry Technician

The Maintenance & HVAC Technician ensures that temperature, humidity, and air quality systems are properly working to meet health and safety standards, as well as creating a comfortable environment for all areas of the school. Also responsible for the general maintenance of the Hunting Valley Campus working in conjunction with the entire Facilities Department. The

Maintenance & Lead Carpentry Technician focuses on performing carpentry work through the two campus locations of both rough and finish carpentry work related to the construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair of building components.

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Interested and qualified candidates should apply to recruiting@us.edu or to Ms. Quiana Barhams, Sr. HR Generalist, at 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.
YEI Event Coordinator - Hunting Valley Campus
University School is seeking an Event Coordinator for the Young Entrepreneur Institute.

Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI) supports the advancement of youth entrepreneurship education by providing programming, professional development, consulting and access to curriculum and resources for K-12 teachers in and beyond the classroom across the nation. YEI receives grants from Burton D. Morgan Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, and others to increase engagement in youth entrepreneurship activities in different regions throughout the US.

The YEI Event Coordinator is responsible for supporting YEI’s programs and event initiatives, working closely with the YEI team to accomplish this. This position is dedicated to the mission of YEI – every child should understand and experience entrepreneurship.

Major responsibilities include
- Leading and planning the Enspire Conference.
- Coordinating all event logistics for YEI’s Celebrate Youth Entrepreneurship Day.
- Supporting all US Entrepreneurship programs.
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Qualified candidates should possess 2-4 years of experience in event planning or project management. Candidates should submit a cover letter, updated resume, and references to recruitingHV@us.edu.
YEI Program Coordinator - Hunting Valley Campus
University School is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Young Entrepreneur Institute.

Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI) supports the advancement of youth entrepreneurship education by providing programming, professional development, consulting and access to curriculum and resources for K-12 teachers in and beyond the classroom across the nation. YEI receives grants from Burton D. Morgan Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, and others to increase engagement in youth entrepreneurship activities in different regions throughout the US.

The YEI Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting YEI’s program activities and works closely with the YEI team to accomplish this. This position is dedicated to the mission of YEI – every child should understand and experience entrepreneurship.

Major responsibilities include:
- Program Support. Leading the planning and coordination of YEI’s annual program calendar
  - Develop and maintain program timelines, schedules, and meeting communications
  - Track program expenses
- Educator and Organization Support. Develop relationships with educators, out-of-school professionals, and provider partner organizations by responding to inquiries and resolving customer issues.
- Support University School Student Programs
  - Coordinate student entrepreneurship club event logistics including catering, AV, and room reservations
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Qualified candidates should possess 1-3 years’ experience in marketing, program management or business.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, updated resume, and references to recruitingHV@us.edu.
Substitute Teachers, Grades 9 - 12 – Hunting Valley Campus

University School is currently reviewing applications for substitute teachers for grades 9 - 12. Substitute teachers serve the school in a variety of ways, including proctoring classes, teaching discipline-specific classes, and proctoring standardized tests. If you are interested in being considered, please submit a resume, two letters of reference, and, if available, copies of current teacher certifications to Karen Axelrod at kaxelrod@us.edu, or mail to her attention to University School, 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.
Substitute Teachers, Grades Jr. K-5 & 6-8 - Shaker Heights Campus

University School is currently reviewing applications for substitute teachers for grades Jr. K-5 and 6-8. If you are interested in being considered for the upcoming academic year, please submit a resume, two letters of reference, and copies of current teacher certifications to either Renee Comella for Grades Jr. K-5 at rcomella@us.edu or Alexis Folino Gallo for Grades 6-8 at afolinogallo@us.edu; or mail to their attention to University School, 20701 Brantley Road, Shaker Heights, OH 44122.
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About University School

Founded in 1890, University School is a nationally-recognized college preparatory school serving a diverse population from Greater Cleveland; 840 male students, junior kindergarten through grade 12. The school is located on two campuses, with 420 boys in grades junior kindergarten through 8 in suburban Shaker Heights, and 420 boys in grades 9 through 12 in Hunting Valley. VIRTUAL TOURS LINK.

This averages out to class sizes of 14 students, which is a 6:1 student to teacher ratio. We take pride in our accomplished teachers. University School faculty number 137, 118 of whom have master's degrees, 12 have doctorate degrees, three have J.D.s, and one has an M.D.

In the 2019-2020 school year, The National Merit® Scholarship Program recognized 24 University School seniors as Semifinalists and Commended students. One hundred percent of graduates matriculate at four-year colleges and universities.

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In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at University School will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities as required by law. University School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Community

University School believes that its students learn their most formative and enduring lessons through exposure to and experience with a broad range of perspectives. We recruit and support faculty whose backgrounds and training bring local, national, and international perspectives to our school. We admit and support students who represent economically, culturally, and racially diverse communities within Northeast Ohio. All students have many opportunities to explore their talents and develop their skills in new contexts. During his time at US, each student is encouraged to discover both his responsibility to others and his purpose in the world.

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For the eleventh time, University School has been named one of the Top Workplaces in Northeast Ohio! This award celebrates organizations that make the world a better place to work together by prioritizing a people-centered culture. The award is based on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by the employees of participating workplaces.

From professional development opportunities to competitive pay, we are constantly striving to create the best environment for collaboration, connection, and growth. Our faculty and staff will tell you what they love about working here is the passion of our students and a strong sense of community.