Careers

For these kids, “tell me more” goes to their core.

The Avery Coonley School provides an invigorating experience for children who want to be challenged. Founded by an educational innovator who opened the first kindergartens in the Chicago area, we offer an accelerated and enriched curriculum in which gifted and high-achieving children age 3 through grade 8 learn through exploration.

ACS students together create a unique collaborative culture where the drive to learn transcends all other differences. Deeply involved parents and highly committed faculty support this community of children, who learn together and learn by doing, and who welcome, include, and support each other in their diversity.

To apply for a position or to learn more, please contact us at: humanresources@averycoonley.org.

Current Openings

Head of School

Middle School Math Teacher — Long-Term Sub

The Avery Coonley School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for Middle School Math (Algebra I) to begin in late February 2026 and continue through the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Candidates should have experience teaching middle school students, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of high-achieving learners. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience fostering critical inquiry through project- and problem-based learning. This is a part-time position. Read more — HERE.

Middle School Science Teacher — Long-Term Sub

The Avery Coonley School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for 5th & 6th Grade Science, to begin in late February 2026 and continue through the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Candidates should have experience teaching middle school students, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of high-achieving learners. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience fostering critical inquiry through project- and problem-based learning. This is a part- time position. Read more — HERE.

Middle School Math & Science Teacher — Long-Term Sub

The Avery Coonley School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for Middle School Math (Algebra I) and 5th & 6th Grade Science, to begin in late February 2026 and continue through the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Candidates should have experience teaching middle school students, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of high-achieving learners. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience fostering critical inquiry through project- and problem-based learning. This position is for the full school day M-F 8:00 am – 4 pm. Read more — HERE.

After-School Program Assistant

The Avery Coonley School is seeking a motivated, reliable and friendly individual to join our team as an After-School Program Assistant. The ideal candidate will support the daily operations of our After-School Program, working closely with the After-School Coordinator to ensure a safe, engaging, and positive environment for all participants. This is a part-time position offered Thursday and Friday, 2:45 pm – 6:00 pm. Read more — HERE.

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