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How to Apply
Job openings have specific requirements. Please read the job descriptions for details. To apply, follow the instructions listed in the job description for which you are applying and forward your materials to the email address provided.

For most positions, we ask that you submit the following:
1. Completed Friends Seminary employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Contact information for three to five professional references
5. A statement of educational philosophy (for teaching positions)

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] - Math Teacher - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
 
An acknowledgement email will be sent once we receive your resume. Kindly submit your information only once per position. No phone calls, please.

Current Openings

List of 10 frequently asked questions.

  • ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - OFFICE MANAGER FOR THE LOWER SCHOOL OFFICE

    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, organized, detail-oriented, flexible multi-tasker to manage our bustling Lower School Office. The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator who is comfortable supporting our School community, including students (primarily ages 5-10), faculty, staff, and parents. The ability to work nimbly and independently, employ common sense, write effectively, streamline processes, and troubleshoot are important skills. The ideal candidate will also practice confidentiality, respect, and appropriate relationships with our various constituencies, most notably students, colleagues, and parents. This candidate will bring a good sense of humor, joy, and warmth to the Lower School Office.
     
    Responsibilities
    This position requires collaboration with different constituencies as well as a good deal of individual task management. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate both with ease. In particular, responsibilities include:
    • Maintaining calendar for Head of Lower School and assisting in scheduling and coordinating appointments, projects, and daily tasks.
    • Acting as front reception for the Lower School Office which includes greeting visitors, receiving phone calls, and responding to logistical emails.
    • Executing scheduling for various non-academic divisional events (parent/teacher conferences, Picture Day, Book Fair, etc.).
    • Communicating effectively, in writing and orally, with various stakeholders across the School community.
    • Managing the daily operations of the Lower School Office, including student support and coordination between teachers, parents, and other offices in the School.
    • Maintaining records, including daily attendance, school wide calendars and resource boards, reports (academic and attendance), and transcripts.
    • Managing finances for Division Head, divisional purchase reports, and faculty reimbursements.
    • Proofreading Division Head memos/letters/mailings and overseeing the steps required for distribution.
    • Sending correspondence to the School community in conjunction with the Communications Department.
    • Coordinating meetings and special events, including but not limited to Lower School Back to School Night, parent/teacher conferences, field trips, divisional meetings, professional development days, after school events and performances, and community building events.
    • Helping to coordinate and enroll all divisional faculty members in approved professional development opportunities.
    • Recording minutes for divisional meetings.
    • Ordering office and all divisional classroom school supplies.
    • Acting as Yellow Bus Coordinator and providing daily support for students onto and off of the buses. 
    • Supporting annual hiring needs which can include organization of materials, management of hiring calendars for the Division Head, and coordination of interviews for on campus visits in the Lower School.
    • Collaborating with Human Resources to process and onboard Lower School new hires.
    • Learning new technology and software quickly and troubleshooting when necessary.
    • Maintaining student files, both paper and electronic.
    • Handling special projects as requested.
     
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Proficiency with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Sheets, and Google Drive.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Experience in both administrative assistant administration and office management.
    • Proficiency with Blackbaud or similar platforms is a plus.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of experience: $64,000 - $74,000.
     
    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 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] - Administrative Assistant - Lower School Office - Friends Seminary 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 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.

  • ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - OFFICE MANAGER FOR THE MIDDLE SCHOOL OFFICE

    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, organized, detail-oriented, flexible multi-tasker to manage our bustling Middle School Office. The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator who is comfortable supporting our School community, including students (primarily ages 10-14), faculty, staff, and parents. The ability to work nimbly and independently, to employ common sense, to write effectively, to streamline processes, and to troubleshoot are important skills. The ideal candidate will also practice confidentiality, respect, and appropriate relationships with our various constituencies, most notably students, colleagues, and parents. This candidate will bring a good sense of humor, joy, and warmth to the Middle School Office.
     
    Responsibilities
    This position requires collaboration with different constituencies as well as a good deal of individual task management. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate both with ease. In particular, responsibilities include:
    • Maintaining calendar for Head of Middle School and assisting in scheduling and coordinating appointments, projects, and daily tasks.
    • Acting as front reception for the Middle School Office which includes greeting visitors, receiving phone calls, and responding to logistical emails.
    • Communicating effectively, in writing and orally, with various stakeholders across the School community.
    • Managing the daily operations of the Middle School Office, including student support and coordination between teachers, parents, and other offices in the School.
    • Maintaining records, including daily attendance, school wide calendars and resource boards, reports (academic and attendance), and transcripts.
    • Processing expenses and coordinating budgets with the Business Office.
    • Proofreading Division Head memos/letters/mailings and overseeing the steps required for distribution.
    • Sending correspondence to the School community in conjunction with the Communications Department.
    • Coordinating meetings and special events, including but not limited to Middle School Back to School Night, parent/teacher conferences, field trips, divisional meetings, professional development days, after school events and performances, and community building events.
    • Supporting the coordination and enrollment of all divisional faculty members in approved professional development opportunities.
    • Handling special projects as requested, including preparing yearly student planner.
    • Recording minutes for divisional meetings.
    • Managing orders related to office supplies, departmental supplies, lunch/snacks for affinity groups, books, and other purchase orders as they arise.
    • Managing the record keeping and distribution of student MetroCards.
    • Managing hiring calendars for the Division Head and coordinating interviews for on campus visits in the Middle School. 
    • Collaborating with Human Resources to process and onboard Middle School new hires.
    • Supporting the Lower School Administrative Assistant with end of day bus duty for grades K-6. 
    • Managing and distributing daily snack for grades 5 through 8.
    • Learning new technology and software quickly and troubleshooting when necessary.
     
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Proficiency with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Sheets, and Google Drive.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Experience in both administrative assistant administration and office management.
    • Proficiency with Blackbaud or similar platforms is a plus.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of experience: $64,000 - $74,000.
     
    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 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] - Administrative Assistant - Middle School Office - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
     
    Submit all materials to: middleschooljobs@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.

  • ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - OFFICE MANAGER FOR THE UPPER SCHOOL OFFICE

    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, organized, detail-oriented, flexible multi-tasker to manage our bustling Upper School Office. The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator who is comfortable supporting our School community, including students in grades 9-12, faculty, staff, and parents. The ability to work nimbly and independently, to employ common sense, to write effectively, to streamline processes, and to troubleshoot are important skills. The ideal candidate will also practice confidentiality, respect, and appropriate relationships with our various constituencies, most notably students, colleagues, and parents. This candidate will bring a good sense of humor, joy, and warmth to the Office of the Head of Upper School, Associate Head of Upper School, and Assistant Head of Upper School for Student Life.
     
    Responsibilities
    This position requires collaboration with different constituencies as well as a good deal of individual task management. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate both with ease. In particular, responsibilities include:
     
    • Maintaining calendar for Head of Upper School and assisting in scheduling and coordinating appointments, projects, and daily tasks. 
    • Acting as front reception for the Upper School Office which includes greeting visitors, receiving phone calls, and responding to logistical emails.
    • Communicating effectively, in writing and orally, with various stakeholders across the School community.
    • Managing the daily operations of the Upper School Office, including student support and coordination between teachers, parents, and other offices in the School.
    • Managing the physical environment of the Upper School Office.
    • Maintaining records, including daily attendance, school wide calendars and resource boards, reports, and transcripts.
    • Processing expenses and coordinating budgets with the Business Office.
    • Coordinating meetings and special events, including Upper School Back to School Night and parent/teacher conferences.
    • Supporting the coordination and enrollment of all divisional faculty members in approved professional development opportunities.
    • Handling special projects as requested. 
    • Recording minutes at divisional and grade-level meetings.
    • Managing book ordering and distribution of student Metrocards.
    • Managing orders related to office supplies, departmental supplies, and other purchase orders as they arise.
    • Managing hiring calendars for the Head of Upper School and coordinating interviews for on campus visits in the Upper School.
    • Collaborating with Human Resources to process and onboard Upper School new hires.
    • Learning new technology and software quickly and troubleshooting when necessary.
     
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Proficiency with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Sheets, and Google Drive.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Experience in both administrative assistance and office management.
    • Proficiency with Blackbaud or similar platforms is a plus.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of experience: $64,000 - $74,000.
     
    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 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] - Administrative Assistant - Upper School Office - Friends Seminary 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 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.

  • CHINESE TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL

    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 Chinese Teacher. Qualified applicants will be able to teach from beginning to advanced levels of Chinese to students in grades 4-9. 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 a full-time load of Chinese classes in grades 4-9.
    • Collaborate with departmental colleagues on Chinese teaching curriculum and pedagogy.
    • Plan and implement motivating lessons for students that reflect knowledge of curriculum and students’ interests, abilities, and social and emotional needs.
    • Demonstrate a passion for lifelong learning.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum that centers interdisciplinary projects, developmentally appropriate technological 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.
    • Prepare student reports that include 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, understanding both culturally responsive pedagogy and the social justice dimensions of education.
    • Communicate respectfully with families and demonstrate sensitivity to cultures, values, configurations, and beliefs.
     
    Qualifications
    • Native or near-native fluency in Chinese.
    • Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in education specifically related to middle school aged children and the modern language discipline.
    • Work effectively with a wide range of students.
    • Think broadly and dynamically about curriculum and pedagogy.
    • Weave cultural competence into the curriculum and classroom.
    • Value collegial collaboration.
    • Comfort and experience with educational technology including learning management systems, Google Suite apps, and other digital learning platforms.
    • Dedication to anti-bias and equity work regarding culturally responsive pedagogy and the social justice dimensions of education.
     
    Required Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; master’s degree preferred.
    • 3+ years of experience preferred.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $82,000 - $164,000
     
    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] - Chinese Teacher - Middle School - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
     
    Submit all materials to: languagejobs@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.

  • ENGLISH TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL

    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 English Teacher. The successful candidate 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 four sections of Middle School English.
    • Collaborate with departmental colleagues on English curriculum and pedagogy.
    • Plan and implement motivating lessons for students that reflect knowledge of curriculum and students’ interests, abilities, and social and emotional needs.
    • Demonstrate a passion for lifelong learning.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum that centers interdisciplinary projects, developmentally appropriate technological 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.
    • Prepare student reports that include 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, understanding both culturally responsive pedagogy and 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 and the English discipline.
    • Success in building foundations in grammar, close reading and literary analysis, and compositional and imaginative writing, all while cultivating a love for reading and writing.
    • Demonstrated classroom management skills, including allocating time, space, and materials for 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 including Canvas, Google Suite apps, and other digital learning platforms.
    • Skill in creating a learning environment that is challenging, motivating, and developmentally appropriate.
     
    Required Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; master’s degree preferred.
    • 3+ years of experience preferred.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $82,000 - $164,000
     
    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] - English Teacher - Middle School - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
     
    Submit all materials to: englishjobs@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.

  • EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT & ADVANCEMENT ASSOCIATE

    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 Executive Assistant & Advancement Associate in the Office of Institutional Advancement. The Executive Assistant, Advancement Office, is a key member of the Institutional Advancement team, providing high-level administrative support to the Director of Institutional Advancement (DOIA) and the Advancement team. This individual will be responsible for managing the DOIA’s calendar, coordinating meetings and donor interactions, and ensuring the smooth operation of the Advancement office through efficient administrative processes. The Executive Assistant will play a vital role in advancing the School’s fundraising efforts by supporting donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement activities.

    This position offers an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support Friend’s Advancement efforts, playing a crucial role in fostering donor relationships and ensuring operational excellence within the Advancement Office.

    This position reports to the Director of Institutional Advancement and requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a high level of discretion and professionalism. This is an in-person position.
     
    Responsibilities
     
    Executive Assistant Responsibilities (35%)
    • Manage and maintain the Director of Institutional Advancement’s calendar, ensuring efficient scheduling of meetings, appointments, and travel.
    • Coordinate and prepare materials for internal and external meetings, including donor and committee meetings.
    • Draft and proofread correspondence, including donor letters, reports, and acknowledgments.
    • Support DOIA in producing reports for the Board, senior leadership, and volunteer groups.
    • Liaise with the Parents Association and support parent volunteers with on-campus events, ensuring all logistical details are confirmed. 
    • Attend and scribe monthly meetings with PA leadership and DOIA.
     
    Stewardship & Events Responsibilities (35%)
    • Develop and manage a comprehensive stewardship plan for all development initiatives in the Advancement Office.
    • Prepare donor materials, proposals, and stewardship reports.
    • Maintain and update all stewardship information (endowed funds, plaques) in the database.
    • Manage all administrative aspects of the endowment, which includes managing statements for 100 funds, documenting all annual updates and reports to donors. 
    • Assist with special event planning and execution, including event registration and logistical support.
     
    Fundraising Support (20%)
    • Manage a portfolio of annual fund prospects and new parents from identification to solicitation.
    • Attend major gift prospecting meetings and assist in tracking and managing donor engagement.
    • Assist in prospect research, including identification, rating, and creation of prospect profiles.
    • Support the preparation and tracking of fundraising progress reports, donor databases, and meeting follow-ups.
     
    Office Operations and Communication (10%)
    • Maintain office supplies, collateral materials, and inventory for Advancement activities.
    • Maintain an overall Advancement calendar and oversee the team’s key deadlines and priorities.
    • Liaise with the Calendar Committee and oversee the scheduling of Advancement events in coordination with other School departments.
    • Run weekly Advancement meetings; draft and distribute agendas and minutes.
     
    Required Qualifications
    • 2–4 years of experience in an administrative, development, or advancement support role in a nonprofit or educational setting.
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and donor database systems.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
    • High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling donor information.
     
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree.
    • Experience working in a fundraising or advancement office.
    • Familiarity with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge or other CRM platforms.
    • Experience working with boards, volunteer management, or special event coordination.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of experience: $68,000 - $78,000.
     
    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 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] - Executive Assistant & Advancement Associate, Advancement Office - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
     
    Submit all materials to: advancementjobs@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.

  • EXTENDED PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

    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 personable and responsible individual with experience working with elementary-aged children to support the Office of Extended Programs. This position requires collaboration with the Extended Programs team as well as independent task management. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator who enjoys the lively environment of an elementary school and who is passionate about providing children with positive, motivational, and safe experiences beyond the classroom.  
     
    This is a part-time 10-month position that is cyclical based around the academic year as well as summer camp schedules. Hours are roughly 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM during the school year. Approximately 25 hours a week. 
     
    Responsibilities
    • Assist with managing after school programming including but not limited to taking student attendance, overseeing snack distribution, and confirming daily procedures are in place as students begin their programs.
    • Assist with program set-up and clean up.
    • Assist with managing after school dismissals and ensure children are safely paired with their parent(s)/caregiver(s) upon completion of the extended day.
    • Collaborate with Extended Programs Manager and the Infirmary to ensure student allergies and dietary restrictions are understood, communicated thoroughly, and monitored daily during snack.
    • Explain techniques and safety procedures to participants and demonstrate appropriate use of materials and equipment.
    • Report regularly to the Extended Programs Manager with updates surrounding student behavior.
    • Encourage positive character development in all children.
    • Cover Friends Seminary led classes as necessary.
    • Brainstorm creatively, evaluate activities, and promote the overall program in collaboration with the Extended Programs Manager.
    • Partner with the Extended Programs Manager to develop enriching experiences and lead various summer activities on campus.
    • Act as a liaison and mentor for new staff.
    • Demonstrate flexibility and openness to any special needs of the School when special projects are required.
    • Perform additional duties and projects assigned at the discretion of the Extended Programs Manager.
     
    Qualifications  
    • At least two years of relevant experience in coaching, school clubs, camps, or similar programs.
    • Proficiency with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Sheets, and Google Drive, as well as Blackbaud and Attendance Software.
    • CPR certification is a plus.
    • Detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills.
    • Enthusiastic team player with strong interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently as well as within a team-oriented environment.
    • Resourceful with the ability to work well independently in a fast-paced environment.
     
    Required Education
    • Bachelor’s degree required.
     
    Compensation
    The annual salary range for this position is $36,000-$40,500, plus benefits / overtime.
     
    To apply, 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] - Extended Programs Coordinator - Friends Seminary 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 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.

  • MATHEMATICS TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL

    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 Math Teacher. The successful candidate 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 four sections of Middle School Math.
    • Collaborate with departmental colleagues on Math curriculum and pedagogy.
    • Plan and implement motivating lessons for students that reflect knowledge of curriculum and students’ interests, abilities, and 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 to develop curriculum that centers interdisciplinary projects, developmentally appropriate technological 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 which include 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 and the Math discipline.
    • Passion for and success in building foundations in operations and algebraic thinking.
    • Comfort and expertise in teaching math content for grade 5 through Algebra 1.
    • Enthusiasm for various classroom structures, including a co-teaching model.
    • 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 Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; master’s degree preferred.
    • 3+ years of experience preferred.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $82,000 - $164,000
     
    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] - Math Teacher - Middle School - Friends Seminary website. You will receive a confirmation email when you submit your application. No phone calls, please.
     
    Submit all materials to: mathjobs@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.

  • SCHOOL NURSE K-12

    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 experienced school nurse to serve students in grades K-12. The successful candidate will have a commitment to current practices in health services as well as working with children. The nurse reports to the Director of Health Services and the Director of Operations & School Safety. In addition to the strong organizational skills needed to maintain School health records, the nurse must display exceptional communication skills in order to effectively interface with students, parents, and School personnel. The salary range for this position is $82,000–$86,000. 10-month position with a start date of August 28, 2025.
     
    Responsibilities
    • Student Health Care: 
      • Assess and treat injuries and illnesses, including providing first aid, CPR, and emergency care. 
      • Administer medications as prescribed by a physician, following district policies. 
      • Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes) and create individualized health plans (IHPs) for students. 
      • Conduct health screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis, etc.) and refer students for further care when needed.
      • Provide health counseling to students on topics like hygiene, nutrition, and mental health. 
      • Ensure strict adherence to HIPAA and FERPA, NYS and NYC regulations while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality. 
    • Collaboration and Communication: 
      • Work closely with the Director of Health Services, teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that students with special health needs receive appropriate accommodations. 
      • Serve as a liaison between families, healthcare providers, and the School community regarding health concerns and services. 
      • Assist in the planning and execution of School health policies and emergency protocols (e.g. emergency evacuation, school safety). 
      • Collaborate with the food services team concerning student allergies. 
      • Provide lunch time support at the start of each school year. 
      • Plan, collaborate, and manage field trips and overnight trips concerning student medical needs.
    • Health Documentation and Reporting: 
      • Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunizations, medical histories, and incident reports. 
      • Monitor attendance and collaborate with School staff to address any health-related issues affecting student performance. 
      • Report communicable diseases and any public health concerns to local health departments as required.
      • Assist the Director of Health Services to approve student health records through the Magnus Health platform.
    • Professional Development: 
      • Stay up to date with current health trends, best practices, and regulations related to school health services.
      • Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities. 
    • Infirmary Support: 
      • Place orders and maintain appropriate supplies and equipment for the School infirmary. 
      • Maintain a safe and clean working environment and promote hygiene practices in the infirmary, classrooms, and throughout the School. 
      • Support the Director of Health Services with projects or tasks as assigned. 
     
    Required Qualifications
    • Registered LPN or RN with a current state license. 
    • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred. 
    • CPR (BLS or ACLS) and First Aid certification. 
    • 1-5 years of experience working in a healthcare setting, preferably with children or in a school environment.
    • Knowledge of child development and school health policies. 
    • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
    • Ability to lift, carry, and assist students in emergency situations. 
    • Prolonged standing, walking, and sitting during school hours. 
    • Ability to respond to emergencies and provide care in various school settings. 
     
    Compensation
    The salary range for this position is $82,000 - $86,000. 10-month position.
     
    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 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] - School Nurse K-12 - Friends Seminary 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 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.

  • VISUAL ARTS TEACHER: DIGITAL AND NEW MEDIA - MIDDLE/UPPER SCHOOL

    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 an enthusiastic and experienced Visual Arts teacher in the Middle and Upper School for a position beginning in Fall 2025. 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 one to cooperate and collaborate effectively with others.
     
    Responsibilities
    • Teach sections of grades 5-8 Visual Arts classes.
    • Teach Upper School Digital Photography.
    • Teach Upper School Film and Animation.
    • Teach Upper School Graphic Design.
    • Teach Upper School Yearbook class.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum that centers interdisciplinary projects, developmentally appropriate technological 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.
    • Serve as Upper School Advisor.
    • Prepare student reports which include narrative descriptions of students' achievements and needs.
    • Actively engage in anti-bias and equity work, understanding both culturally responsive pedagogy and the social justice dimensions of education.
    • Communicate respectfully with families and demonstrate sensitivity to cultures, values, configurations, and beliefs.
     
    Qualifications
    • Experience and enthusiasm for teaching middle and high school students.
    • Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in art education.
    • Strong experience in drawing and painting.
    • Experience working with 3D and mixed media.
    • Knowledge of working with digital software, including Adobe Creative Cloud and tablet-based applications like Procreate.
    • Full working knowledge of Canon DSLR Cameras.
    • Studio and materials management skills.
    • 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.
    • Ability to differentiate instruction.
    • Connection to the School’s mission.
    • Commitment to diversity, equity, and belonging in the classroom, curriculum, and community.
    • Commitment to collaborating with other educators, both in Visual Arts and other disciplines.
    • Passion for lifelong learning.
     
    Candidates should possess strong content knowledge of Visual Arts both in Middle School and Upper School. 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 ancillary duties. Teachers are encouraged to participate in other aspects of the community.
     
    Required Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; master’s degree preferred.
    • 3+ years of experience preferred.
     
    Compensation
    Annual salary range for 2025-2026 based on years of teaching experience and level of degrees earned: $82,000 - $164,000
     
    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] - Visual Arts Teacher: Digital and New Media - Middle/Upper School - Friends Seminary 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 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.

Ongoing Opportunities

List of 2 frequently asked questions.

  • ATHLETICS COACHING

    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.

  • SUBSTITUTE TEACHING

    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: subteachingjobs@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.

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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.
FRIENDS SEMINARY
222 East 16th Street
New York, NY 10003
P: 212-979-5030
F: 212.979.5034
Friends Seminary — the oldest continuously operated, coeducational school in NYC — serves college-bound day students in Kindergarten-Grade 12.