Career Opportunities

Work Schedule: 35 hours per week. Our daycare is open from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, M-F.

Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Start Date: Fall 2025

About Friends Academy: Friends Academy, an Independent Quaker Day School (PS-12th Grade), is located on a 65-acre campus on the picturesque North Shore of Long Island. Our educational journey begins in our nurturing daycare program, known as Little Friends. Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Little Friends caters to children aged 6 weeks to 3 years old. This program is designed to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where our youngest learners can explore, play, and develop essential skills through guided activities and age-appropriate curricula.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must effectively fulfill the essential duties and physical requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these requirements. 

Essential Duties of Assistant Teachers (duties may change and others may be assigned): 

• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing daily lesson plans and activities that promote the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children.

• Support children in their daily routines, including meal times, nap times, and bathroom breaks.

• Maintain a safe and clean environment, ensuring all toys and equipment are sanitized and in good condition.

• Observe children and monitor their progress, reporting any concerns to the lead teacher or daycare supervisor.

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child’s daily activities and development.

• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging social interactions and providing emotional support as needed.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and training sessions as required.

• Adhere to daycare policies and procedures,OCFS regulations, including health and safety regulations.

Education/Experience:

• Experience with young children is required; experience in a daycare or early childhood setting is preferred.

• Education: Must possess a high school degree or equivalent (GED).

• All teachers must obtain clearance through NYSOCFS and complete Friends Academy's pre-employment screening.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Treat others with respect and uphold organizational values with integrity.

• Demonstrate experience working with young children in a program setting.

• Exhibit flexibility and professionalism in teamwork.

• Show passion for early childhood education and commitment to diversity initiatives.

• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills, with minimal supervision required.

• Be dependable and punctual, ensuring responsibilities are met during absences.

• Follow instructions as directed and take responsibility for one's own actions.

• Demonstrate sound judgment.

Hourly Pay Rate: $17 per hour. Full-time employees qualify for the school's benefit plan offerings, including Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans, a Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and additional benefits. Visit our website: www.fa.org

Interested candidates should submit a resume to the Karen_Galvin@fa.org,  Daycare Director, with at least two professional references for consideration.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Able to sit on the floor with children. 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world as we deepen and elevate our educational program. 

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining exceptional, dedicated people of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of age, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. It is Friends Academy’s policy to comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. 

We invite you to view our Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion webpage.

Work Schedule: Schedule to be determined. Our daycare is open from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, M-F.

Status: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Start Date: Fall 2025

About Friends Academy: Friends Academy, an Independent Quaker Day School (PS-12th Grade), is located on a 65-acre campus on the picturesque North Shore of Long Island. Our educational journey begins in our nurturing daycare program, known as Little Friends. Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Little Friends caters to children aged 6 weeks to 3 years old. This program is designed to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where our youngest learners can explore, play, and develop essential skills through guided activities and age-appropriate curricula.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must effectively fulfill the essential duties and physical requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these requirements. 

Essential Duties of Assistant Teachers (duties may change and others may be assigned): 

• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing daily lesson plans and activities that promote the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children.

• Support children in their daily routines, including meal times, nap times, and bathroom breaks.

• Maintain a safe and clean environment, ensuring all toys and equipment are sanitized and in good condition.

• Observe children and monitor their progress, reporting any concerns to the lead teacher or daycare supervisor.

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child’s daily activities and development.

• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging social interactions and providing emotional support as needed.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and training sessions as required.

• Adhere to daycare policies and procedures,OCFS regulations, including health and safety regulations.

Education/Experience:

• Experience with young children is required; experience in a daycare or early childhood setting is preferred.

• Education: Must possess a high school degree or equivalent (GED).

• All teachers must obtain clearance through NYSOCFS and complete Friends Academy's pre-employment screening.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Treat others with respect and uphold organizational values with integrity.

• Demonstrate experience working with young children in a program setting.

• Exhibit flexibility and professionalism in teamwork.

• Show passion for early childhood education and commitment to diversity initiatives.

• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills, with minimal supervision required.

• Be dependable and punctual, ensuring responsibilities are met during absences.

• Follow instructions as directed and take responsibility for one's own actions.

• Demonstrate sound judgment.

Hourly Pay Rate: $17 per hour

Interested candidates should submit a resume to the Karen_Galvin@fa.org,  Daycare Director, with at least two professional references for consideration.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Able to sit on the floor with children. 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world as we deepen and elevate our educational program. 

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining exceptional, dedicated people of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of age, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. It is Friends Academy’s policy to comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. 

We invite you to view our Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion webpage.

Friends Academy an Independent Day School, PS-12th grade, located in Locust Valley on 65 expansive acres on the north shore of Long Island is seeking Substitute Teacher positions for all divisions. 

Candidates will complete an application for employment and must have full fingerprinting clearance through NYS OSPRA (TEACH) or will obtain fingerprinting clearance before employment. When applying please indicate Substitute Teaching Position in the subject line.

Essential Responsibilities: Duties may change and others may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Classroom Management – Follow lesson plans, maintain order, and follow school policies and guidelines.

• Instruction – Teach assigned subjects, and lesson plans,engage students, and adapt as needed.

• Supervision – Monitor students in class and school areas, ensuring safety.

• Record-Keeping – Take attendance and report any incidents.

• Communication – Interact professionally with colleagues and students; seek out resources as needed.

• Flexibility – Adapt to various grade levels and subjects while following school guidelines.

Education/Experience: A bachelor's degree is required and prior teaching experience is preferred. Strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a love for working with children or young adults, are required.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stand for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Able to walk around and across a large campus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary: Per Diem- $21.43 per hour based on a full day per diem rate of $150

Our Commitment to Diversity
Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world as we deepen and elevate our educational program.  

Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining exceptional, dedicated people of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of age, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. It is Friends Academy’s policy to comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. We invite you to browse our DEI page for more information.