Suffield Academy is a structured school, and it is the faculty who bring this structure to life. The responsibilities required here reflect the mission of a largely residential school community committed to every member's total growth. The teaching faculty at Suffield are deeply involved in all areas of school life - both the academic and campus life programs. 

The following components are required parts of teaching positions:

· Classroom teaching - four sections totaling around 50 to 60 students

· Providing formal assessments with grades and comments six times per year

· Attending faculty meetings

· Replying to communications from students, parents, or colleagues within 24 hours

Additional Expectations for full-time faculty members:

· Being involved in dormitory or other evening coverage

· Serving as an advisor to approximately five to eight students

· Coaching two seasons or covering an approved equivalent activity

Teaching positions are ten-month, academic year appointments.