Join Our Team!
The Gifford School is a small nonprofit therapeutic day school serving students with social, emotional, and learning challenges in small, structured classrooms designed to support complex learning needs. Located on a beautiful 27-acre campus in Weston, just off Route 128 with free parking, Gifford offers competitive salary and benefits, free breakfast and lunch, and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
We are seeking to hire faculty and staff who are committed to meaningful work that changes the lives of students and families and who value teamwork, community, and work-life balance. The Gifford School is committed to fostering an inclusive community where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.
We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from communities historically underrepresented in independent schools.
What It's Like to Work at Gifford?
Staff consistently describe Gifford as a place where people feel supported, respected, and connected to the work.
- 92% of staff report being satisfied with the overall work environment
- 91% feel valued for their contributions
- 97% rate communication and collaboration within their team as average or above
Based on our 2025 staff survey*
From Our Staff
“I feel like I am a team member—valued and not just a number.”
“Co-workers genuinely care about each other.”
“A kind and supportive community that values both staff and students.”
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Gifford School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information and/or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Employees must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.