When you join the MKA faculty and staff, you will meet committed and enthusiastic professionals who deeply engage in their work with young people. MKA continuously seeks to add to its ranks educators who not only are experts in their fields of study but also take a creative and flexible approach to working with students and with each other.
Our salaries and benefits are competitive with other leading independent day schools of similar size in the East. Across-the-board raises, merit pay, and special one-time bonuses shape the structure of our compensation. Our benefits package, which includes dental and life insurance, is among the strongest of all private schools in New Jersey. Opportunities for administrative experience are also available as the school takes pride in cultivating its own leadership.
When you join the MKA faculty and staff, you will meet committed and enthusiastic professionals who deeply engage in their work with young people. MKA continuously seeks to add to its ranks educators who not only are experts in their fields of study but also take a creative and flexible approach to working with students and with each other.
Our salaries and benefits are competitive with other leading independent day schools of similar size in the East. Across-the-board raises, merit pay, and special one-time bonuses shape the structure of our compensation. Our benefits package, which includes dental and life insurance, is among the strongest of all private schools in New Jersey. Opportunities for administrative experience are also available as the school takes pride in cultivating its own leadership.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
It is MKA's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or disability not related to the requirements for being a successful employee at MKA. We especially welcome applications from all individuals with the ability to contribute to MKA’s continuing commitment to social and cultural diversity, inclusiveness, and the transformative power of our differences.
Montclair Kimberley Academy is an innovative Jr–K–12 independent day school with a strong national reputation and a recognized 1:1 laptop program, and is seeking the positions below.
TRI-CAMPUS
MKA is seeking individuals interested in part-time security work to help with sporting and other events. The hours are primarily 3:00-6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and on weekends.
Interested candidates should email Jennifer Young, Administrative Assistant in the Physical Plant/Security Department.
EPE is hiring a part-time, tri campus, position. Staff will work approximately twenty hours a week, 2:00-6:00 pm Monday through Friday.
EPE Staff members are responsible for watching and engaging students, grade Pre-K through eighth grade, in daily activities and providing homework help to students as needed.
If you are interested in the position, please email Amy Pacifico, Director of Extended Play and Enrichment Program, Co-Director of STAR Camp.
PRIMARY SCHOOL (Grades Jr-K-3)
MIDDLE SCHOOL (Grades 4-8)
UPPER SCHOOL (Grades 9-12)
Montclair Kimberley Academy (MKA) seeks a Head Varsity Robotics Team coach beginning in September 2026.
Position Overview: MKA’s strong Upper School Robotics Team empowers students to lead with curiosity and ingenuity. Competing in the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), team members gain technical experience in coding, mechanical construction, and CAD modeling. All 9th-12th-grade students are welcome on the team, from experienced builders and coders to new-to-robotics students. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture where students are free to tinker, explore, and learn through iterative trial and error. The inclusive and supportive team environment is built upon FIRST’s philosophy of “gracious professionalism”, ensuring our students compete with intensity while maintaining a deep respect for their teammates and the broader robotics community.
This position reports to the Upper School Dean of Student Life and the Director of STEM+ Programming (9-12). Read More
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the Upper School Dean of Student Life, Kerry Verrone, and the Director of STEM+ Programming (9-12), Petra Sauer, Ph.D. Finalists for this position will need to submit the names and contact information of three professional references.
ATHLETICS
Winter 2026-27
JV Boys Basketball - Assistant Coach
Middle School Swimming - Assistant Coach
Spring 2027
Varsity Boys Lacrosse - Assistant Coach
JV Girls Lacrosse - Head Coach
JV Girls Lacrosse - Assistant Coach
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Todd Smith, Director of Athletics.
Professional Development at MKA
MKA faculty members are exceptionally accomplished and learners at heart. Our rich array of offerings engages teachers in examining current research on learning and teaching, learning new instructional strategies, exploring new uses of technology, and planning how to move students forward in their learning.
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