Careers

To Apply
Email resume and cover letter to AdmissionsAssistantJob@anconaschool.org

About The Ancona School
The Ancona School (Ancona) is an independent school located in Chicago's historic Hyde Park Kenwood community, educating students 3 years old through 8th grade. Since our founding in 1962, Ancona has been dedicated to diversity in both our community and our curriculum, which draws upon the Montessori and Progressive Education models. Social justice education is the cornerstone of Ancona’s mission as a school; it informs what we teach and how we teach it. At every grade level,  Ancona students learn to identify inequality and are empowered to address injustice in the world.  

At Ancona, we seek diversity in our faculty and staff to broaden students’ academic experience and to enrich our school community. Ancona is looking for individuals who will contribute to our social justice mission and embrace the rich diversity of our school and city as we prepare our students for an increasingly complex world. Candidates must be sensitive to the needs of, and possess an interest in, working in a school community that is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and disability status.

Summary/Objective
The Ancona School is seeking a part-time Admissions Assistant to perform various admissions duties and play a vital role in recruiting and selecting mission-appropriate students. This includes attending school fairs, visiting partner schools, establishing ongoing contact with prospective students, reviewing student applications, conducting student interviews, participating in admissions committee decisions for all applicants, and assisting in the execution of special events and receptions on and off campus. They will support prospective students and their families through the admissions process and become proficient in using technology to manage office recordkeeping and correspondence (Blackbaud & Clarity).

To Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to libraryjob@anconaschool.org

About The Ancona School

Summary/Objective

This is an on-site, full-time (exempt), year-round position.

The Library Media Specialist leads the school's library program and serves as a key educator for students ages three through 8th grade. This role blends traditional librarianship with modern instruction, fostering both a love of reading and essential digital literacy skills. The Library Media Specialist is responsible for designing and teaching a curriculum covering traditional literacy, research skills, and digital citizenship. The position operates cross-functionally to support educational technology (e.g., coordinating technology instruction, technology enrichment projects, and technology integrations with classroom units of study). As a 12-month employee, the role will also develop and lead media/technology enrichment projects during Ancona’s summer program.

The Ancona School seeks a part-time Substitute Teacher for a progressive education, Montessori-infused classroom.  Substitute teachers at Ancona provide support for the overall smooth functioning of the classroom, including care of the children, maintenance of the environment, seamless delivery of lessons, and smooth interactions with families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant learning community.