Benefits of Working at Oliver Scholars

Here, YOU define your success. We provide the tools, flexibility, and inclusive culture so that you can become the best version of yourself and help others to do the same. 

  1. Flexible Schedule
  2. Competitive salaries
  3. Generous compensation packages
  4. Employee engagement 
  5. Professional Development

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Open Positions

New Perspectives Wanted!  

Daily we challenge and inspire our youth, community, and staff to change the world. Here at Oliver Scholars, we create innovative youth-focused solutions to build a network of change-makers who will ultimately Outdream Outdo Outshine in every endeavor. Join Oliver Scholars and the movement.

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Writing and Literature Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a Writing instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for eighth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Trigonometry Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a math instructor to plan and implement a Trigonometry curriculum for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Science Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a science instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to equip students with mindsets and practices to flourish at rigorous independent high schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement department in defining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

SIP Counselor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks high school seniors and college students 18 years of age or older to provide management support for the Summer SIP (Scholar Immersion Program) for rising eighth and ninth-grade students. SIP equips middle school students with mindsets and practices to flourish at rigorous independent high schools. Counselors will coordinate with teachers to support instruction and function as academic and social advisors to middle school students. Reporting to the Co-Head Counselor Supervisors, the Director of Collegebound Initiatives, and the Director of Admissions, the Counselor will ensure an environment of community, safety, accountability, discipline, and fun for students. This position is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship, youth development, and rare managerial experience with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Philosophy Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a Philosophy instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and track student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

SIP Counselor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks high school seniors and college students 18 years of age or older to provide management support for the Summer SIP (Scholar Immersion Program) for rising eighth and ninth-grade students. SIP equips middle school students with mindsets and practices to flourish at rigorous independent high schools. Counselors will coordinate with teachers to support instruction and function as academic and social advisors to middle school students. Reporting to the Co-Head Counselor Supervisors, the Director of Collegebound Initiatives, and the Director of Admissions, the Counselor will ensure an environment of community, safety, accountability, discipline, and fun for students. This position is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship, youth development, and rare managerial experience with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Philosophy Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a Philosophy instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and track student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Lead SIP Counselor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars is currently seeking a college student to fulfill the role of Lead Counselor for the Summer Scholar Immersion Program (SIP), catering to rising eighth and ninth-grade students. In this pivotal position, the Lead Counselor will serve as a liaison between counselors and Co-Head Counselor Supervisors playing a key role in fostering a supportive and enriching environment throughout the summer program. The ideal candidate should possess flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a genuine passion for working with students from diverse backgrounds. Reporting to the Co-Head Counselor Supervisors, the Director of College Bound Initiatives and The Director of Admissions-this opportunity offers a chance to gain valuable experience in scholarship management, youth development, and supervision within an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

History Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks History instructors to plan and implement a US History curriculum for eighth-grade students and a US History Writing Seminar for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Algebra Instructor (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a math instructor to plan and implement an Algebra 1 curriculum for eighth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should develop improved competence, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Administrative Assistant (Summer Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a current college student to assist in the administration of the Scholar Immersion Program (SIP), catering to middle school students. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for ensuring an environment of community, safety, accountability, discipline, and fun for students. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an education nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

Administrative Assistant (Part-time)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a recent college graduate or current college student to assist in the administration of the Winter/Spring Saturday Academy (SAP), catering to middle school students. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for ensuring an environment of community, safety, accountability, discipline, and fun for students. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an education nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal

SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR (Spring)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a Science Instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for eighth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to equip students with mindsets and practices to flourish at rigorous independent high schools. Students should gain improved competency, skill, and habits of mind. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement department in outlining expected curricular outcomes and tracking student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.

  • New York, NY
  • Seasonal