Career Opportunities

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks an Admissions Assistant to begin in August 2026. The Admissions and Enrollment Management Office is a dynamic, collaborative, mission-driven team in which our commitment to children and families is anchored by our Quaker testimonies. These practices serve to guide, inform, and inspire the composition of a diverse community. In an ever-shifting independent school landscape, this role provides an opportunity to learn about an essential component of Friends Seminary, while also helping to build a community committed to our mission: to “prepare students to engage in the world that is and help to bring about a world that ought to be.” 

Reporting to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the Admissions Assistant plays a vital role, often serving as the first point of contact for families, while supporting the daily operations of the Office – outreach efforts and initiatives, internal and external programming, and data management and reporting. The Admissions Assistant helps to ensure a seamless process and transition for prospective, applicant, and enrolled families. Additionally, the Assistant will work closely with colleagues across the School, including but not limited to divisional offices, Communications, the Center for Peace, Equity, and Justice, Facilities, and Dining Services. 

This is a 12-month, full-time position, beginning August, 2026. This role requires occasional evening and weekend coverage.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor the Admissions and Enrollment Management inbox, respond to inquiries, ensure that families are kept informed of the admissions process and timeline, and manage all correspondence in a timely manner
• Schedule appointments for applicant families as well as members of the Admissions and Enrollment Management Office
• Upload and monitor all supporting documents for applications and ensure accuracy of applicant files
• Generate and distribute reports with current admissions data
• Coordinate Admissions events, including internal logistics (RSVP, nametags, reservation of space, etc.)
• Maintain Admissions calendar
• Collaborate with the Director of Financial Aid and Affordability

Qualifications  

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or similar position
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Collaborative, resourceful, and team-oriented
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated efficiency and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Proficiency with CRMs preferred (e.g., Blackbaud, Ravenna), Google platform, and spreadsheet software
• Reliable, curious, responsible, proactive, accountable, and principled
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least three years of experience

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $63,000-$68,000.

Benefits

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.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three professional references

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] - Admissions Assistant - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: [email protected]

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the School community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks an Admissions Associate. The Admissions and Enrollment Management Office is a dynamic, collaborative, mission-driven team in which our commitment to children and families is anchored by our Quaker testimonies. These practices serve to guide, inform, and inspire the composition of a diverse community. In an ever-shifting independent school landscape, this role provides an opportunity to learn about an essential component of Friends Seminary, while also helping to build a community committed to our mission: to “prepare students to engage in the world that is and help to bring about a world that ought to be.” 

Reporting to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the Admissions Associate plays a vital role, guiding applicant families through the admissions process. The Associate will also work closely and collaboratively with the admissions team in assessing candidates for consideration, grades Kindergarten through 12. 

The Admissions Associate will participate in all activities and responsibilities that require in-person collaboration with the Admissions and Enrollment Management Office as noted below. Additionally, participation in evening and weekend events are required. This is a 10-month position (75% FTE).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with outreach and recruitment 
• Interview and evaluate applicants and their parent/guardians, across three divisions
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families interviewed
• Provide detailed and timely feedback on interviews via interview notes
• Participate in admissions and enrollment activities and events, including fairs, panels/information sessions, open houses, etc.
• Participate in the life of the School (i.e. community events, class observations, divisional meetings, etc.)

Qualifications  

• Proven experience as an educator and/or admissions and enrollment professional 
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Collaborative, resourceful, and team-oriented
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated efficiency and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Proficiency with CRMs preferred (e.g., Blackbaud, Ravenna), and Google platform
• Reliable, curious, responsible, proactive, accountable, and principled
• Commitment to the mission of Friends Seminary and Quaker education
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least three years of experience

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000-$73,000.

Benefits

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.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three professional references

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] - Admissions Associate - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: [email protected]

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the School community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks a dynamic, relationship-centered Director of Alumni Engagement & Philanthropy to join the Office of Institutional Advancement.

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Director of Alumni Engagement & Philanthropy serves as the primary liaison to Friends Seminary's alumni community and leads a comprehensive strategy to strengthen alumni engagement, volunteer leadership, and philanthropic support.

This position plays a critical role in fostering lifelong connections between alumni and the School while advancing institutional priorities through meaningful engagement, stewardship, and fundraising. The successful candidate will be an energetic relationship-builder who can inspire alumni participation, cultivate volunteer leaders, identify philanthropic opportunities, and serve as an ambassador for Friends Seminary's mission and values.

Primary Responsibilities

Alumni Engagement Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy that advances the School's mission and strategic priorities.
• Foster lifelong relationships between alumni and Friends Seminary through meaningful opportunities for connection, service, mentorship, networking, and philanthropy.
• Develop programs that engage alumni across generations, geographic regions, identities, and areas of interest.
• Strengthen pathways that connect students, recent graduates, and alumni.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and community partners to increase alumni involvement in the life of the School.

Fundraising and Philanthropy

• Assist with alumni fundraising efforts in support of institutional priorities including Fund for Friends.
• Develop and implement reunion giving strategies that increase both participation and philanthropic support.
• Manage a portfolio of alumni prospects and conduct qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.
• Partner with the Director of Institutional Advancement and Major Gifts team to identify, develop, and advance leadership and major gift opportunities.
• Support planned giving initiatives and long-term donor stewardship.
• Promote a culture of philanthropy grounded in community, stewardship, and shared responsibility.

Volunteer Leadership

• Serve as staff liaison to the Alumni Council and drive its strategic priorities.
• Recruit, train, and steward alumni volunteers, including reunion volunteers, class agents, class correspondents, affinity group leaders, and career mentors.
• Develop volunteer leadership pathways that deepen alumni engagement and strengthen philanthropic participation.
• Partner with volunteer leaders to expand alumni outreach and community-building efforts.

Events and Community Building

• Lead the planning and execution of alumni engagement programs including:
  • Reunion Weekend
  • Regional and affinity-based events
  • Alumni networking opportunities
  • Career exploration and mentoring programs
  • Service initiatives
  • Alumni-student engagement programs
• Partner with School leadership on cultivation, stewardship, and community-building events.
• Travel as needed to engage alumni in key markets and regions.

Communications and Storytelling

• Collaborate with the Communications Office to develop compelling alumni communications across print, digital, social media, and web platforms.
• Oversee alumni newsletters and engagement communications.
• Identify and elevate alumni stories that reflect the impact of a Friends Seminary education and the School's mission.
• Ensure alumni communications reflect Friends Seminary's commitment to belonging, inclusion, and community.

Data, Analytics, and Advancement Operations

• Maintain accurate alumni records and engagement data in partnership with Database Manager.
• Utilize data and analytics to identify opportunities for engagement, volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and pipeline development.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to engagement (participation/attendance) and philanthropy (giving and volunteering).
• Ensure timely documentation of donor interactions and volunteer activity within Raiser's Edge NXT.

Leadership Transition and Institutional Priorities

• Support alumni engagement efforts related to School leadership transitions and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as an ambassador for Friends Seminary during periods of institutional growth and change.
• Partner with colleagues across the School to strengthen alumni understanding of and investment in the School's future. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, alumni relations, fundraising, higher education, independent schools, or a related nonprofit environment.
• Demonstrated success in relationship-building, volunteer management, fundraising, and event leadership.
• Experience managing a portfolio of donors or constituents preferred.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities with careful attention to detail.
• Experience working with constituent databases; Raiser's Edge NXT experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze engagement and fundraising data to inform strategy.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and community engagement.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional travel as required.
• Appreciation for and willingness to support the mission and values of Friends Seminary.

Key Performance Indicators

Success in this role will be measured through:

• Growth in alumni participation and philanthropic support.
• Increased reunion engagement and reunion giving.
• Expansion of alumni volunteer leadership.
• Growth in alumni event attendance and participation.
• Development of a sustainable alumni major gift pipeline in partnership with DOIA.
• Strengthened alumni-student engagement opportunities.
• Improved alumni data quality and contactability.
• Meaningful contributions to the School's culture of philanthropy and community engagement.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000-$130,000.

Benefits

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.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three professional references

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] - Director of Alumni Engagement & Philanthropy - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: [email protected] 

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the School community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

Founded in 1786, Friends Seminary, the oldest continually operating coeducational, independent Quaker school in New York City, seeks applications for a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. They will be responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to teach in support of the School’s mission, curricular goals, and students. The ideal candidate possesses creative problem-solving skills, a sense of humor, enthusiasm for innovative curriculum, a positive attitude toward growth, a gentle curiosity, an ability to observe and express without judgment, and strong interpersonal skills that allow one to cooperate and collaborate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach 4 or 5 sections of Middle School Science, amongst grades 5 and 7
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on pedagogical practices and differentiation in support of student growth
• Plan and implement motivating lessons for students which reflect knowledge of curriculum, students’ interests and abilities, and students’ social and emotional needs
• Demonstrate a passion for lifelong learning on a daily basis including but not limited to: engaging in professional development, reflecting upon pedagogical practices, and embracing a growth mindset
• Collaborate with colleagues, across and within disciplines and divisions, with respect to the further development of curriculum, interdisciplinary projects/units of study, content, pedagogy, use of appropriate technology resources, and the social and emotional needs of middle school students
• Participate in the School community, including faculty and committee work, and school duties
• Attend faculty meetings and other planning meetings as necessary
• Prepare student reports, including narrative descriptions of students' achievements and needs
• Serve as a Middle School Advisor
  • Lead advisory lessons 
  • Facilitate fall and spring conferences
  • Maintain communication with the families of advisees 
• Actively engage in anti-bias and equity work, in an effort to implement culturally responsive pedagogy and understand the social justice dimensions of education
• Communicate respectfully with families and demonstrate sensitivity to cultures, values, configurations, and beliefs

Qualifications  

• Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in education specifically related to middle school aged children, learning differences, and the science discipline
• Passion for and success in building foundations in inquiry-based learning
• Comfort and expertise in teaching science content, specifically related to life and physical science
• Enthusiasm for various classroom structures
• Demonstrated classroom management skills, including allocating time, space, and materials for most effective learning
• Experience in differentiated instruction
• A proven commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all learners
• Creativity and innovation in both curriculum and instruction
• Versatility and flexibility both within and outside of the classroom, encouraging students to think creatively, work collaboratively, embrace failure, and communicate effectively with others
• Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfort and experience with educational technology such as Canvas, Google Suite apps, and other digital learning platforms
• Skill in creating a learning environment that is challenging, motivating, and developmentally appropriate

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required; master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience preferred

Compensation

Annual salary range for 2026-2027 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $84,000-$169,000

Benefits

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.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Statement of educational philosophy
5. Contact information for three personal references

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] - MS Science Teacher (One Year Position) - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: [email protected]

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the School community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

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 ACIS – Athletic Conference of Independent Schools.

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:

• Soccer - Middle and Upper School Level
• Softball - Middle and Upper School Level
• Volleyball - Middle and Upper School Level

Qualifications

• Experience working with young student athletes.
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage relationships with colleagues and supervisors, student athletes, and parents.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to student-athletes, and support student success on all levels.
• Enthusiasm for the role of athletics in an independent school setting, vision and creativity, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

Compensation

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.

To apply:

For this position, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume

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 - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: athleticsjobs@friendsseminary.org

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the School community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.

Friends Seminary educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, adhering to the values of the Religious Society of Friends. We strive to build a diverse school where students exercise their curiosity and imagination as they develop as scholars, artists and athletes. In a community that cultivates the practices of keen observation, unhurried reflection, critical thinking, and coherent expression, we listen for the single voice as we seek unity. The disciplines of silence, study, and service provide the matrix for growth: silence opens us to change; study helps us to know the world; service challenges us to put our values into practice. At Friends Seminary, education is rooted in the Quaker belief in the Inner Light – that of God in every person. Guided by the testimonies of integrity, peace, equality, and simplicity, we prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be.

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.

Qualifications

• Excellent professional skills and habits including ability to arrive on time and prepared when appropriate, timely and responsive communication, and ability to quickly read and absorb instructions
• Reliable and regular availability during school days between 8 AM and 3:30 PM
• Steady presence in a classroom setting
• Successful completion of Friends Seminary background check

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Compensation

Friends Seminary compensates substitute teachers on a per day basis:

• Half day: $100
• Full day: $175
• Long-term substitute: $275/day

To apply:

For this position, please submit the following:

1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three to five personal references

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] - Substitute Teacher - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.

Submit all materials to: [email protected]

Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We urge all applicants to identify and express their individuality and the ways in which they might enrich and diversify the school community.

Moreover, all successful applicants, whether for a faculty or administrative staff post, must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in their professional lives. Applicants for a faculty position should highlight ways their curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom culture may advance these goals. Applicants for an administrative staff position should highlight ways they seek to promote these goals in their office work, programming, or operational endeavors.