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Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary is the oldest co-educational independent Quaker school in New York City and serves 791 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, as well as 178 faculty and staff members. The School seeks applications for the position of Assistant Director of Facilities.

 

The School is looking for a dynamic, experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant Director of Facilities, a member of the Campus Operations Management Team. This role reports directly to the Director of Facilities and assists with the management of the building operations, including all aspects of day-to-day facilities operations, daily service repairs, planned/preventative maintenance, cycle maintenance, emergency repairs, as well as all contracted services vendors. 

 

During the school year the hours are 10:00 AM–6:00 PM to provide coverage to a campus that is operational from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM, Monday through Friday. This individual will play a critical role in managing the building between the hours of 3:00 PM–7:00 PM. Some overtime and weekend work may be necessary. During school breaks and summer months hours may shift. This is a full-time exempt management position.

 

The description of this position is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal requirements of the position.

 

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Assistant Director of Facilities - School Website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: facilitiesjobs@friendsseminary.org  

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks applications for a creative, organized team player to serve as an Associate Teacher in Grade 1 beginning in the 2023 - 2024 academic year.

 

An Associate Teacher (AT) at Friends collaborates with the head teacher in planning curriculum and reviewing lesson plans. AT’s prepare and study the materials being taught in order to be knowledgeable of lesson objectives. The AT works with the head teacher to support student learning through whole class, small group or individualized instruction, and works in conjunction with the lead teacher to maintain a positive classroom learning environment to support the academic, emotional, and social development of students.

 

The community of Friends Seminary celebrates the uniqueness of each child. In the Lower School we encourage our children to “follow their curiosity and exercise their imaginations… to bring about a world that ought to be.” We help children cultivate a strong sense of their identity and academic talent through joy, structure and play in a child-centered environment.

 

 

 

Annual salary range for 2022-2023 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $56,000 - $58,100

 

Friends Seminary offers excellent benefits including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with a School-paid match; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development, including tuition support and summer grants; and a talented and dedicated team of teaching colleagues and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic and forward-thinking teaching community of over 150 educators.

 

For this position, please submit the following:

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Associate Teacher - Grade 1 - Friends website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: lowerschooljobs@friendsseminary.org

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks a Specialist for Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) to work with the School’s mission-based Center for Peace, Equity and Justice (CPEJ), under the supervision of the Director of DEB and the Director of CPEJ. 

An entry-level position with potential to grow in leadership, the Specialist for DEB supports student and faculty development of diversity, equity and belonging, global competencies, as well as civic engagement, which reflects Quaker values and their accompanying legacy of activism. A unique department in the independent school world, the Center brings together academic, social, values-based and cultural programs that contribute to wider movements for social change. By connecting theory to real-world practice, the Center stresses learning through action and equips students with global competencies that allow them to realize their human capacity to bring about the world that ought to be. Through its programs and course offerings, grounded in Quaker philosophy and practice, the Center seeks to connect ideas, resources, and people to advance social justice, build inclusive and sustainable communities, and foster lifelong commitments to public service.

The main responsibilities for this full time, 10-month position will be to support the continued development of a growing and thriving diversity, equity and belonging program which engages students ranging from grades K-12. Additional responsibilities include teaching a Middle School social justice and service learning curriculum called goLEAD in collaboration with other members of the CPEJ team. The Specialist for DEB will collaborate with CPEJ staff on the design and logistical support of other Center initiatives, and under the direction of the Director of DEB, will manage student-facing DEB programs such as affinity groups and heritage month celebrations. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice and civic engagement through their own educational pursuits, community engagement, and/or professional work in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and belonging. An ideal candidate will have experience in youth development and community organizing, as well as an understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy and diversity, equity and belonging best practices. They will have the desire to strengthen their DEB competencies and advance in this role. This position will report to the Director of Diversity, Equity and Belonging and the Director of the Center for Peace, Equity and Justice, and will be part of a highly collaborative team that brings to life the School’s Quaker values and commitment to social justice. 

 

 

 

 

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a field relevant to the work of CPEJ

 

The expected salary range for this position is $53,000 - $60,000 based upon experience.

 

Friends Seminary offers excellent benefits including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with a School-paid match; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development, including tuition support and summer grants; and a talented and dedicated team of teaching colleagues and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic and forward-thinking teaching community of over 150 educators.

 

Anticipated Start Date: Monday, August 28, 2023

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - CPEJ Specialist for DEB - Friends website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: jobs@friendsseminary.org 

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks a responsible, experienced elementary school teacher to teach third grade for the opening months of the 2023-24 school year. Qualified candidates will demonstrate strong organizational skills, flexibility and a passion for working with Lower School students. Additionally, solid collaboration skills are critical as this position requires working closely with grade level colleagues and content area specialists. Fostering a classroom with a focus on inquiry based learning and the active exchange of ideas is central to our Lower School program. 

 

The community of Friends Seminary celebrates the uniqueness of each child. In the Lower School, we encourage our children to “follow their curiosity and exercise their imaginations… to bring about a world that ought to be.” We help children cultivate a strong sense of their identity and academic talent through joy, structure and play in a child-centered environment.

 

Lower School teachers report directly to the Head of Lower School.

 

 

 

 

Compensation for long term substitutes at Friends Seminary is $275 per day.

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Grade 3 Homeroom Teacher (Leave Replacement, Fall 2023) - ABC Recruiting. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: lowerschooljobs@friendsseminary.org

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks a responsible, experienced elementary school teacher to teach a class of 18 students in the Lower School for the 2023-24 school year. The grade level is to be determined. Qualified candidates will demonstrate strong organizational skills, flexibility and a passion for working with Lower School students. Additionally, solid collaboration skills are critical as this position requires working closely with grade level colleagues and content area specialists. Fostering a classroom with a focus on inquiry based learning and the active exchange of ideas is central to our Lower School program. 

 

The community of Friends Seminary celebrates the uniqueness of each child. In the Lower School, we encourage our children to “follow their curiosity and exercise their imaginations… to bring about a world that ought to be.” We help children cultivate a strong sense of their identity and academic talent through joy, structure and play in a child-centered environment.

 

Lower School teachers report directly to the Head of Lower School.

 

 

 

 

Annual salary range for 2022-2023 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $76,050 - $155,000

 

Friends Seminary offers excellent benefits including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with a School-paid match; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development, including tuition support and summer grants; and a talented and dedicated team of teaching colleagues and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic and forward-thinking teaching community of over 150 educators.

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - LS Homeroom Leave Replacement, 2023-2024 - Friends website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: lowerschooljobs@friendsseminary.org

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

 

 

 

The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 based upon experience.

 

Friends Seminary offers excellent benefits including paid time off, health, dental, vision, 403(b) with a School-paid match; wide-ranging opportunities for professional development, including tuition support and summer grants; and a talented and dedicated team of teaching colleagues and supportive administrators. Successful candidates will join a dynamic and forward-thinking teaching community of over 150 educators.

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Payroll and Benefits Manager - Friends Website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: businessjobs@friendsseminary.org  

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks applications for an enthusiastic and experienced Visual Arts Teacher in the Middle and Upper School for a leave replacement position beginning September 1, 2023 through November 27, 2023. The ideal candidate possesses creative problem solving skills, a sense of humor, enthusiasm for innovative curriculum, a positive attitude toward growth, and strong interpersonal skills that allow for cooperation and effective collaboration with others.

Candidates should possess strong content knowledge of visual arts, both at a middle and upper school level. A curricular map and outline will be provided with the expectation that the leave replacement teacher’s primary responsibility will be the implementation of daily lessons and assessments. The Visual Arts Department is committed to representing multiple cultures and narratives in its approach, and the successful candidate will enthusiastically embrace an inclusive approach to engaging students in the visual arts. In addition to their classroom and teaching responsibilities, Middle and Upper School teachers are assigned additional ancillary supervisory duties. Teachers are encouraged to participate in other aspects of the community.

 

 

Compensation for long term substitutes at Friends Seminary is $275 per day.

For this position, please submit the following:

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Visual Arts Leave Replacement (MS/US) - Friends website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: visualartsjobs@friendsseminary.org 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

In the Friends Seminary Athletics Program, competitive spirit and Quakerism are mutually reinforced while kept in the perspective of integrity and team effort. Athletes are encouraged to pursue personal goals through cooperative effort and in pursuit of a common objective. Sport is a microcosm of life, and the lessons of cooperation, discipline, responsibility and sportsmanship are lessons of life as well as Athletics. Friends is a member of the following associations: AAIS – Athletic Association of Independent Schools (Girls) and ACIS – Athletic Conference of Independent Schools (Boys and Girls).

 

Coaches are responsible for cultivating a positive learning environment to prepare our student-athletes for success in interscholastic competitions. Successful coaches at Friends Seminary motivate student-athletes to demonstrate commitment to their own personal growth and development, an appreciation for the sport, and strong collaboration with peers.

 

We are seeking coaches who are able to demonstrate a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, ability to teach strategies, competitive concepts of the sport, and the ability to build community and team spirit. Coaches will also have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents/guardians, and student-athletes.

 

We are currently seeking coaches skilled in the following sports:

 

 

Coaching at Friends Seminary is compensated via stipend for each season coached. The amount of a stipend depends on the level of sport being coached, the length of the season, the level of the coaching position (e.g. Head Coach, Asst. Coach, etc.), and also years of prior coaching experience. Stipends range from $2,000–$8,500.

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Coaching - ABC Recruiting. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: athleticsjobs@friendsseminary.org

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.

 

 

Each year Friends Seminary seeks substitute teachers in all subject areas for all age groups. When a teacher is absent, Friends strives to schedule a substitute teacher who can further the curriculum of the class or classes taught by the absent teacher. In addition, substitute teachers participate in other supervisory responsibilities such as lunch, recess or study hall.

 

Candidates with prior teaching experience and relevant subject matter knowledge are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

Friends Seminary compensates substitute teachers on a per day basis:

Half day: $100

Full day: $175

Long term substitute (commitments of 10 days–1 semester): $275/day

 

For this position, please submit the following:

 

When submitting your materials, kindly be sure to reference your first and last name, the position for which you are applying, and where you heard about the position in the subject line. i.e. [last name], [first name] - Sub Teacher - ABC Recruiting. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

 

Submit all materials to: subteachingjobs@friendsseminary.org

 

Friends Seminary reserves the right to require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as current and future health and safety guidelines are adopted by the School. All employees will be required to be tested for COVID-19 as the School deems necessary to protect our community and those around us.