Careers at CGPS
Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School (CGPS) is a co-educational Pre-K through 12 school located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Founded in 1764, it has a storied history of nurturing children’s potential both inside and outside the classroom. CGPS unifies and inspires its students in a rigorous yet relaxed learning environment, preparing them for admission to the finest colleges while instilling confidence, ethical values and a sense of purpose. Our students are empowered to embrace challenges, pursue their dreams and make a positive impact on the world.
CGPS seeks collaborative faculty members who are well-trained in their disciplines and deeply committed to the growth and development of every student in our care—all while embodying our mission and core values.
Teachers new to our community receive a comprehensive orientation to the School, its procedures and its culture to ensure a smooth transition. New faculty are also supported by mentorship from long-tenured teachers and administrators throughout their first year.
CGPS employment packages include: highly competitive salaries, paid family leave, a generous professional development allowance, long-term disability, group-term life insurance and free breakfast and lunch.
We invite you to learn more about our School and explore current opportunities to join our community.
Please contact Human Resources with any questions you may have.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CGPS is an equal opportunity employer committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability or other classes protected by federal or state law. CGPS does not tolerate harassment of or retaliation against any employee or applicant on the basis of these characteristics, or because the individual exercised his or her EEO rights.
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Faculty and Staff at CGPS
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Zip Codes Represented
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Employees Serving for 10+ Years
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Employees Serving for 20+ Years
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
“Having worked at CGPS for 20 years, I have been thrilled to be part of such a supportive and close-knit community. I’ve experienced a wonderful balance of support and freedom—support to grow in my craft and freedom to explore my passions and make autonomous decisions within the School’s values. The individualized care our teachers show students is a reflection of the way faculty are encouraged to teach what they love. The community is warm and full of people who genuinely invest in both their students and colleagues. This is a place that truly values its employees.”
andy chappell prep school dean
“Being at CGPS for 15 years means being part of a team where professionalism is the foundation of everything we do. It’s a place where respect, clear communication and shared goals create an environment of trust and purpose. Our colleagues are not just teammates—they are friendly, supportive individuals who bring warmth and positivity to every school day. Teachers and staff feel valued, students feel supported and families feel connected. This is what makes our workplace not just a job but a community. As part of the administrative staff, I am proud to foster positive, respectful partnerships with the families we serve. ”
melissa vanacore assistant to the middle school director
“Transitioning from hospital nursing to becoming the Grammar School nurse at CGPS has been one of the most rewarding steps in my career. Over the past 11 years, I’ve had the privilege of watching our students grow, forming meaningful connections with them and their families, and contributing to the overall health and wellbeing of our community. It has been especially fulfilling to work alongside such a compassionate, supportive and collaborative faculty and staff.”
margarita marasigan grammar school nurse
“Eleven years ago, I started my journey at CGPS as a sixth grade English teacher. I was immediately welcomed into a community where I’ve formed lifelong connections with colleagues and students. Four years later, I assumed my current role as coordinator of the Grammar School Learning Resource Center. In this position, I work with grades K–5 to help create an environment that fosters collaboration and continual growth for both students and teachers. It is the sense of community and the commitment to each child that make CGPS feel like more than just a job. Students are at the center of everything we do.”
alison giovanni grammar school learning resource center coordinator