Teaching and Administrative Job Opportunities

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• Full-Range of Benefits

  We offer a full range of benefits to employees via two HMO medical plans and one PPO medical plan. Options include: 

  • 24/7 Virtual Visits
  • Dental/Vision
  • Disability - STD and LTD
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • FSA and DFSA
  • ID Theft Protection
  • Life Insurance

  Employees who waive medical benefits are entitled to receive $900 per year. This benefit is subject to proof of other insurance.

• Professional Development

  Dawson offers a professional development program that encourages employees to invest in educational best practices, advances in technology, and relevant world development. Opportunities include traveling to national conferences, attending regional workshops, and in-house training with industry professionals. These impactful opportunities allow our teachers to provide a transformative education that engages students in curious, creative, and collaborative thinking and learning.

• Retirement Plan

  Alexander Dawson offers a retirement plan through TIAA/CREF. Employees may contribute within 30 days of your start date. The School’s contributions include:

  • 3% during 1-5 years of service
  • 5% after five years of service
  • 7.5% after 10 years of service

• Mentoring Program

  Alexander Dawson provides a comprehensive onboarding experience to welcome all new hires to our community. This includes a week-long workshop in July, an assigned mentor who partners with you and provides encouragement during your first year, and quarterly collaboration sessions with various administrators for training and continuing education. 

• Tuition Assistance & Child Services

  Faculty and staff who enroll their children at Alexander Dawson are eligible for:

  • Needs-based tuition remission each school year
  • Free used uniforms
  • A discount on after-school enrichment courses
  • Free before- and after-care
  • Free childcare during Teacher Academy and in-service days.

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

  52% of Dawson faculty and staff identifies as Black, Brown, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, Latinx/Hispanic, or a person of color.

  
  

  The celebration of differences drives the Dawson Mission and we find strength and pride in our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where every person finds a true sense of belonging. 

  
  

  The School offers monthly employee affinity groups and book clubs. Faculty and staff also have the opportunity to participate in the Change Champions committee, which is dedicated to furthering the School’s antibias and antiracist work. 

  
  Read more about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging work at Dawson on our website. 

• Living in Fabulous Las Vegas

  Our beautiful campus is located in the planned community of Summerlin, just outside the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Less than 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, Summerlin is ideal for those who love the outdoors. Our climate is envied by many and the area boasts abundant opportunities for family fun and recreation. Popular activities include hiking, biking, and golf, along with 250 parks to enjoy. 

  
  

  Las Vegas is a diverse, metropolitan city that offers residents everything from the great outdoors and fun professional sporting events to incredible dining, shopping, and exciting entertainment options.

• Innovation & Creative Campus Spaces

  ​Our incredible campus boasts 33 acres of beautiful desert landscape. We strive to preserve our unique buildings and grounds for both the current and future generations of students. In addition to our 2,200-square-foot Organic Garden and outdoor learning space, we have a state-of-the-art K-4 Design Lab, 4 incredible playgrounds, athletic fields, and a collaborative workspace designed for faculty and staff.  

• Wellness Benefit

  We believe in prioritizing the self-care, health, and wellbeing of all of our employees. Alexander Dawson offers a wellness reimbursement program of up to $100 toward either the monthly premium payment for health insurance through Dawson OR activities such as fitness and yoga classes, therapeutic massages, sports and recreation, wellness education, and gym visits.

• Holidays

  All employees receive time off for all federal holidays. Paid holiday periods for Staff include partial school breaks. Faculty receive time off during the summer months. For full-time employees, vacation is awarded based on years of service. 

• Lunch+

  Alexander Dawson partners with SAGE Dining Services for an on-campus food program that meets our entire community’s culinary, nutritional, and social needs. All employees receive complimentary coffee and light snacks in the morning and lunch during the school day. Lunch options include hot entrees and sides, soup, a salad bar, and sandwiches. 

• Safety & Security

  The safety of every community member – from physical protection to mental/emotional health and wellness to cyber security efforts – is our first priority and number one responsibility. Dawson is a gated campus with 24-hour, on-site security. Our guards are a welcome and familiar presence across campus. 

• Additional Compensation Opportunities

  The School offers a variety of stipend opportunities for employees interested in involvement beyond their contracted position. Examples include:
  

  • after-school enrichment class instructor (4 seasons per school year)
  • before or after-care specialist
  • athletics coach or assistant coach (seasonal)
  • athletics game scorekeeper 
  • DEI ambassador (10-month term)
  • overnight field trip coordinator or chaperone
  • summer curriculum writing
  • summer camp instructor