Employment Opportunities

Immediate Appointment
Minimum compensation: $25000 plus free private accommodation 
Starting Date: September 1, 2021

Keio Academy of New York invites applications from university graduates or students soon to graduate with an interest in limited teaching training in their major discipline (Art, English, Japanese, Mathematics, Music, Science or Social Science) in this co-educational boarding school directly linked to Keio University in Tokyo. These are training posts tenable for up to three years.

An interest in Japanese culture is expected: a knowledge of the Japanese language, though not required, will be an advantage. Readiness to participate in the Academy’s co-curricular program is essential.

Boarding Assistants work under the direction of the Dean of Boarding and with a Head of House to provide daily student support and instructions, which includes evenings, nights and weekends. A long break is possible in between terms. This is a "live-in" position. Free meals in the Dining Hall are provided while the school is in session.

An application form can be obtained from Ms Rieko Ivy at rivy@keio.edu.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that a candidate is authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that the candidate is authorized to work, we are required to give the candidate written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue. Employers can only use E-Verify once the candidate has accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9.

Job Title:    Librarian at a Private Bilingual (Japanese-English) Boarding School (Gr 9-12)

Category:    Part Time /Non-Exempt (20 hours/week)
Job location:    Purchase, NY    

Job requirements:

•    Japanese-English bilingual 
•    Librarian certification either in the US or Japan
•    At least a few years of experience working at a library
•    Proficient in the use of computer technology
•    Ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty and administration staff
•    Flexibility to adapt to the changing operation of the library 

General Job Description:

•    Processing requests from library users to borrow and return resources
•    Providing expert advice on where someone can find a book or piece of information
•    Organizing and presenting book collections in an attractive way that makes titles easy to find 
•    Ensuring that the library keeps accurate records to account for all the library’s resources
•    Make recommendation for book purchases or magazine subscriptions
•    Assist in preparing library budget and process purchase orders
•    Performs other related duties as assigned

Compensation:    $19-20 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:        Westchester Sick Leave, and 403(b) after 2 full years of service
Free lunch at school cafeteria while the school is in session

Contact:        Please send your resume at hroffice@keio.edu

This position runs the academic year through June 2022, with the option to renew for the following academic year starting September 2022. We hope to have a staff who has:
•    Experience or high motivation for the digitalization of the current library system
•    Interests in introducing IT technologies into academic education  
Applicant should enjoy working with youth in Japanese-English bicultural environment. The position offers a great opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of adolescents. 

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that a candidate is authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that the candidate is authorized to work, we are required to give the candidate written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue. Employers can only use E-Verify once the candidate has accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9.