Employment Opportunities

This is a full-time position in the Upper School teaching all levels of physics and possibly electives such as Engineering.   A successful candidate will teach four sections of science which may involve up to three preps and include teaching semester-long electives.  As a full-time faculty member, this position also includes serving as an advisor for 8-10 students and supporting a co-curricular activity such as coaching a sport or advising a major school activity.  Support of activities that contribute to the life of the school and attendance at all-school faculty meetings, events, back to school nights, department and divisional meetings is expected of all faculty.  

Qualifications:
An undergraduate degree in physics or engineering is required, a graduate degree in physics or science education is preferred.  We are especially interested in candidates with experience in project-based teaching and learning, science research programs and capacity and interest in building connections for our students with local institutions. We are also looking for an individual interested in developing innovative STEM programs at our school.  Successful high school teaching experience of at least three to five years and familiarity with various levels of AP Physics are desired.  Experience in independent schools with students of high school ages is also important.  

Friends Academy is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body and is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to recruitment@fa.org.

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring exceptional, dedicated employees of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally protected classification.

 

Position: Friends Academy seeks an experienced Math teacher who is excited about teaching high school students to engage in our core educational practices. We are searching for someone with excellent oral and communication skills who thrives in a vibrant educational environment, embraces change, and has deep interest in our Quaker mission and educational philosophy. This is a full-time position in the Upper School to teach Mathematics and possibly other electives as well.  We are also interested in interviewing candidates who have academic leadership interests and relevant experience as a potential Math department chair. A successful candidate will teach four sections of Math which may involve up to three class preparations.  As a full-time faculty member, the person will serve as an advisor for 8-10 students and support a co-curricular activity such as coaching a sport or advising a major school activity.  Ongoing support of activities that contribute to the life of the school and attendance at all-school faculty meetings, events, back to school nights, department and divisional meetings is expected of all faculty.  

Qualifications:   An undergraduate degree in Mathematics or related field is required, and a graduate degree in either education or in a relevant discipline is welcome.  We are looking for candidates who are current with best practices in Mathematics Education with a focus on 21st-century learning skills.  The department incorporates elements of the AP program as well as skills that lead to proficiency in Math. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in project-based teaching and learning and who have proficiency with educational technology as well.  Successful high school teaching experience and familiarity with various levels of Mathematics are desired.  Leadership experience with independent schools is welcomed and experience teaching students of high school ages is also important.  

As Friends Academy is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body, we actively seek applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three references to recruitment@fa.org.

The Early Childhood Teacher’s Assistant is a member of the Early Childhood team and works with the team to support the operations of the early childhood mixed-age program and the delivery of a developmentally appropriate, 21^st century skill-based curriculum.  The Teacher’s Assistant supports special projects and activities.  The Teacher’s Assistant also supports the school’s behavior management system and partners with the teachers and parents to promote and develop the social, academic and emotional development of the young children. All faculty members are expected to support activities and events that contribute to the life of the school and to attend departmental, divisional and all-school staff meetings.

In addition, the Teacher’s Assistant will:
▪       Provide clerical and instructional support to the team; set up and prepare materials for instruction
▪       Support and assist children in learning by providing students with individualized attention
▪       Provide regular feedback on student progress and behavior to Lead Teacher
▪       Participate in the Early Childhood teachers’ meetings
▪       Be aware of current early childhood research through professional periodicals, professional development, and participation in conferences

While the Teacher’s Assistant works with and is supervised by the Lead Teacher and the Director of Early Childhood, this position reports directly to the Lower School Principal.

Qualifications:
A BS or BA degree in Childhood Education is preferred, as well as experience with the Reggio Emilia approach.  Experience working with students in an independent school setting is preferred. An energetic team player with effective oral and written communication skills.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references for consideration to recruitment@fa.org

Our Commitment to Diversity:
Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world in our hiring practices and educational program. 

Founded in 1876 by Gideon Frost for “the children of Friends and those similarly sentimented,” Friends Academy is a Quaker, coeducational, independent, college preparatory day school serving students from age three through the twelfth grade. The school’s philosophy is based on the principles of integrity, simplicity, patience, moderation, peaceful resolution of conflict, and a belief that the silence and simple ministry of the “gathered meeting” brings the presence of God into the midst of busy lives. Friends Academy is committed to developing a diverse community whose members value excellence in learning and growth in knowledge and skills, a genuine commitment to service and ethical action, and an understanding that every life is to be explored, celebrated, and enjoyed in the spirit of the Religious Society of Friends.

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring exceptional, dedicated teachers of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally protected classification.

The following coaching positions are open for the 2019-20 school year:

• Head Crew Coach
• Girls Asst. JV Lacrosse

Please e-mail resume and cover letter to Athletic Director Alan Quackenbush at alan_quackenbush@fa.org.

In each division, there is an occasional need for daily substitute teachers. Additional substitutes are always needed.

Qualifications: 

• A BA degree and experience teaching students in one or more divisions: Lower School, Middle School, Upper School; an advanced degree is preferred.
•  Teaching and or Assistant Teaching experience in independent schools is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills as well as a love for working with children or young adults is required.

• Substitute for Little Friends Infant & Toddler Program, Monday-Friday
• Lunch break person Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

Friends Academy, a Quaker Independent Day School, PS-12th grade is seeking a part-time early childhood classroom assistant for the after school extended day program. A successful candidate will work Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm-6:00 pm and will assist with classroom management, engage children in activities and other responsibilities as assigned by the classroom teacher. Strong organizational and communication skills as well as a love for working with children.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world in our hiring practices and educational program.

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally protected classification.

Friends Academy a Quaker Independent Day School is seeking educators or individuals for our Trailblazers Program who have an interest to develop and instruct unique week-long summer programs for campers ages 11- 14 in the following content areas: STEM, Nature, Sports, Business, Film, Theatre, Wellness, Dance, Art, etc.

Instructors are needed June 29, 2020 through August 21, 2020 from 9:00am - 4:30pm. Instructors must commit to a minimum of two weeks and will teach 3 hours a day.

Applicants must enjoy working with children. Camp curriculum must include hands-on and engaging activities. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and classroom management skills.

Please email cover letter, brief description of proposed camp program with course outline for a five-day 15-hour camp (3 hours per day) and resume to be considered.

Find out why Friends Academy is a great place to work visit us on the web www.fa.org

Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world in our hiring practices and educational program. Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring exceptional, dedicated employees of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally protected classification.

 

IMPORTANT: This position will be hired by Shared Studios.  Please click this link to apply.

Employment type: Part-Time (estimated 30 hours per week)
Position Status: Non-Exempt, Temporary (January-May 2020) 

Shared_Studios and Friends Academy are seeking a curious and globally-minded Portal Assistant Curator to work with our faculty and students to fully utilize a Shared Studios Portal to be installed at Friends Academy, Locust Valley, NY, from February through April 2020.  

Shared_Studios exists to create meaningful human connections between people separated by distance and difference. We bring communities together in immersive spaces called Portals to talk, dance, play, and collaborate as if in the same room. Guests are invited to step inside our gold-painted Portals to speak face-to-face, live and full-body with members of the public in major cities and diverse communities all around the world. To date, more than 75,000 people in 28 countries have entered Portals to engage with people they wouldn’t otherwise have the chance to meet. 

The Curator role is the public face of our community, and the glue that holds our global network together.  In this role, you will ensure seamless, high-quality Portal connections through daily oversight of Portal operations, technical setup, and logistics preparation. You will engage local communities, provide a positive experience to all guests, and support program special events as needed. You will report to the Shared_Studios Client Manager.

For Friends Academy, the Assistant Curator will play a key role in reaching out to FA faculty members and students to arrange meaningful global connections.  The ideal candidate will have both classroom and international experience and be able to connect with people from many different backgrounds.  The Assistant Curator will need to be an “idea generator” who can work with our teachers to find creative ways to use the Portal in their teaching, and work with our students and community service groups to create relevant and engaging Portal experiences.  

This position is part-time/temporary, and is expected to run from January to May 2020. 

Responsibilities: 

You will:

• Operate the Portal: opening and closing the Portal each day (Monday through Friday), operating the software, and troubleshooting any minor issues that arise with the audiovisual equipment;
• Engage with the public: talking to passersby, explaining the Portals initiative, and guiding the flow of people into and out of the Portal. 
• Facilitate and moderate conversations: introducing dialogue prompts, guiding the conversation, and stepping in to moderate as necessary. 
• Engage the Community: conducting outreach to different groups within the community to engage them in the Portal activation, identifying and inviting guests to participate in selected connections.
• Serve as the on-the-ground liaison between the Shared_Studios core team Friends Academy faculty, staff and students.
• Work directly with the existing team of Curators to coordinate, purchase, and prepare all necessary materials for upcoming Portal connections;
• Serve as a backup facilitator to support additional, one-off programming;
• Regularly communicate with the Shared_Studios Client Manager about Portal operations and programming 
• Engage with the school community: explaining the Portals initiative, conducting outreach to different groups, and identifying and inviting guests to participate in selected connections. 
• Assist teachers during Portal connections by facilitating and moderating conversations as necessary.
• Carefully document Portal use by FA Community to keep a record of activities.
• Inform the FA Communications Office of all upcoming Portal events for possible use in school marketing efforts. 
• Regularly communicate with the Assistant Head of School about Portal programming, successes, failures, and operations.

Ideal attributes and experience. 

You are:

• An educator who can see the potential of the Portal to transform the learning experience and to create meaningful global connections;
• Globally-minded, appreciative of diversity in all its forms, and passionate about creating immersive first-person encounters between people of all walks of life;
• Comfortable learning new equipment and programs (VOIP systems, social media, etc.); able to complete and troubleshoot basic and common technical issues;
• A problem-solver who can see the root cause of challenges and imagine possible solutions and new ways of working; 
• Responsible, results-oriented, and self-motivated.

You have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage people from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to take initiative and consistently follow up on conversations, ideas and student projects;
• At least one year of experience working in a public-facing role with diverse communities in a volunteer or professional setting;
• Comfort navigating public space, including crowd and situation management  
• A flexible schedule, due to the global nature of our work across various time zones
• Solid organization skills, multi-tasking ability, and attention to detail, particularly around scheduling and logistics;
• Cross-cultural experience and/or foreign language skills desirable;
• Experience working in a K-12 school environment highly desirable.

All positions at Shared_Studios are filled without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, veterans' or military status or non-job physical or mental handicap or disability or other classification protected by applicable federal law. All are encouraged to apply.

• Learn more about us at www.sharedstudios.com
• Learn about our team and culture, and see all of our open positions at www.sharedstudios.com/jobs
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