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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Humanities Instructor (Winter/Spring Session)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a humanities 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 academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skill, and habits of mind. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments to outline 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
  • Part-time

Science Instructor (Winter/Spring Session)

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 to outline 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
  • Part-time

Youth Development Instructor (Winter/Spring Season)

Academic Affairs

Oliver Scholars seeks a psychotherapist, social worker, SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) facilitator, or DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) facilitator to plan and implement a youth development 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 to outline 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
  • Part-time

DEAN OF STUDENTS

Admissions & Placement

Reporting to the Director of Academic Affairs, the Dean of Students will coordinate conduct and support cases, partner with families, Academic Programs, and Counseling, and ensure the Oliver Scholars Code of Conduct is applied consistently across Saturday Academy, our 14-month Scholar Immersion Program, residential programming, and other student activities. The Dean of Students leads academic intervention, identifies Scholars who are struggling academically, and coordinates support plans with faculty and Academic Programs. Additionally, this role is responsible for family engagement related to academic progress.

  • New York, NY
  • Part-time

PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

Admissions & Placement

Reporting to the Chief Enrollment and Academic Officer and Director of Academic Programs, the Programs Coordinator will manage projects, calendars, communications, and logistics for our 14-month Scholar Immersion Program and other initiatives. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once. The Programs Coordinator will support students, families, faculty, and staff during a demanding academic year while maintaining reliability and good judgment.​​​​

  • New York, NY
  • Full Time

PROGRAMS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Programs

Reporting to the Chief Program and Equity Officer , the part-time Program & Administrative Assistant provides administrative, logistical, and programmatic support to the Scholar Services Department. This is an approximately 20-hour per-week position that plays an important role in helping the department stay organized, responsive, and connected to the scholars and families we serve.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and collaborative college or graduate student who is excited by the opportunity to contribute to a college access program and support the growth and development of young people.

  • New York, NY
  • Part-time

Scholar Counselor

Programs

Reporting to the Chief Program and Equity Officer, the  Scholar Counselor provides holistic personal and academic guidance to high school Scholars throughout their educational journey. As a primary point of contact for Scholars and their families, the Scholar Counselor builds strong relationships with students, families, and school partners to support each Scholar’s academic success and personal growth. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance independent work with strong collaboration. They bring strong relationship-building and communication skills, and a commitment to expanding educational access and opportunity for high-achieving students from underserved communities.

  • New York, NY
  • Full Time