Employment Opportunities

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.

Friends Academy, a Quaker Independent Day School (Preschool to 12th Grade), is seeking a Part Time Lower School Learning Specialist to work with Grades 3 and 4 in the 2020-21 school year.  This position will work 20-25 hours, three days a week.

The Part Time Lower School Learning Specialist works closely with the Lower School Principal, Full Time Learning Specialist, additional support team members, and teachers to support students in grades 3 and 4. This role includes, but is not limited to:

• co-teaching literacy, reading and writing skills with children in small push-in and/or pull-out groups  

• working with students one-on-one 

• providing specially designed instruction to assist students in the acquisition of skills and knowledge at Tier 1, 2 & 3 of Response to Intervention (RTI)

• working and consulting with classroom teachers and the leadership team in support of students with learning disabilities

• participating in various meetings (CSE Meetings, parent conferences, weekly Child Study team meetings, in-service training for teachers, etc.)

• utilizing researched-based knowledge and programs such as the Wilson Program

A successful candidate will have experience as a learning specialist or in a related field, is collaborative and confident working in a high-performing environment.  In addition, we seek candidates active and up to date with best practice in teaching and learning.

Qualifications:

An undergraduate degree in reading, literacy, psychology or special education is required for this position; a Master’s degree is preferred.  Prior experience is required. 

Please 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 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.