CONTACT US
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The Bridges Academy
339 Snedecor Ave
West Islip, NY, 11795
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Main Office:
(631) 358-5035
Business Administration Office:
(631) 446-8050
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Department of Admissions:
631-446-8050
CONTACT US
Mr. Stephen Rubenacker, Head of School
Mrs. Karen Smith, Director of Finance
Mrs. Patty Blackler, Dean of Students
Mrs. Beth Hughes, School Nurse
Ms. Tara Bradley, Admissions Associate
Mrs. Dara Stewart, Advancement Associate
For all general inquiries please call, or use the form below.
For Admissions please click here.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Thank you for your interest in joining our exemplary team of faculty and staff members at The Bridges Academy. Our school is a top independent school in New York, located conveniently on Long Island's South Shore town of West Islip. Our vision is to develop high achieving, critical and creative thinkers who are happy and well balanced with a lifelong love of learning as they advance from Early Learning to Eighth grade.
We seek employees who embrace our mission in propelling students to demonstrate our pillars of Character, Confidence and Knowledge throughout their lives. Degreed and/or certified prospects should also enjoy working in a collaborative, growth minded, family oriented community. For teachers, undergraduate degree or higher and demonstrable experience in a classroom setting are preferred.
POSITIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
THE OPPORTUNITIES as of 12/3/24
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Administrative Assistant
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This is a full-time 12-month position reporting to the Head of School.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Manage attendance process including arrival and dismissal
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Manage Administrative calendars/ Schedule substitute teachers
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Scheduling meetings with teachers, families and Student Support meetings
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In coordination with school catering service, coordinate school lunch program
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Maintain and organize administrative and school wide Google Drive Calendar
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Assist Administration with communications Compose, edit, copy and schedule communication in Blackbaud and Gmail
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Provide administrative assistance with book distribution and inventory
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Assist with the organization of School field trips
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Coordinate ordering and shipping of materials in support of teachers and program
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Coordinate events for faculty, parents, and students
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Provide front desk coverage
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Maintain confidential student and faculty records
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Attendance at weekly calendar/planning meetings
Other duties as assigned
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at The Bridges Academy will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, genetic predisposition, or any characteristic protected by the law.
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Teacher Aide​
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The Bridges Academy in West Islip, New York seeks part time Teacher Aides to work with children in our Early Childhood program for the 2024-2025 school year. The positions available are for 3 and 5 days per week. Successful candidates should enjoy working in a collaborative, growth minded, family oriented community. Undergraduate or Associates degree in Education or related field with 3-5 years of demonstrable experience in a classroom setting are preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at The Bridges Academy will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, genetic predisposition, or any characteristic protected by the law.