Career Opportunities

Job Title: Director of Safety and Security

Reports To: Director of Capital Projects and Campus Operations

Work Schedule: 12 Months

FLSA: Exempt

Start Date:  July 1, 2024

Mission:

Guided by our Quaker principles, Friends Academy educates our students to discover and develop the best of who they are and who they can become.

Belief Statement:

We achieve educational excellence by committing to the highest standards of learning and living. Our diverse and welcoming community is strengthened by our Quaker values, which empower our students to inquire, reflect, and engage in their classrooms, in their neighborhoods, and in the world. Because when we inspire students to learn and live with purpose, they achieve greatness without sacrificing goodness.

Overview of the position:
Reporting to the Director of Capital Construction and Campus Operations, Friends Academy seeks a highly qualified individual with prior experience in law enforcement and community affairs leadership to serve as Director of Safety and Security to oversee the school's physical security aspects and maintain a safe, secure academic environment. Located on a beautiful 65-acre campus in Locust Valley, NY, Friends Academy is a PreK-12 private school that is based on the Quaker school values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equity, stewardship, and service. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and managing a comprehensive safety and security program that addresses the unique needs of our institution. Capable of aligning the safety and security measures with the school’s missions and culture.  This is an excellent opportunity for a prior law enforcement professional passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of students, staff, parents, alumni, and visitors.

Essential Responsibilities: Duties may change and others may be assigned:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Available on weekends and evenings and with immediate assistance in emergencies.

• Implement and maintain a comprehensive security program for the school that includes policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with or exceed industry best practices to provide an overt and reliable security presence on campus.

• Integrate policies, people, and systems to develop a vision for a comprehensive campus safety and security program that includes daily operations and long-term priorities for campus safety, emergency management, risk management, and access control.
• Oversee the daily security operations of the campus (internal and outsourced), identify potential security risks, and propose enhancements. Coordinates and directs the scheduling of employee security staff and external staffing to ensure comprehensive security coverage for the institution’s needs. 
• Assist with recruiting, training, and supervising security personnel, ensuring they are equipped to respond effectively to emergencies and other security-related incidents.
• Collaborate with consultants, school administrators, staff, law enforcement agencies, and other community partners to assess and address security needs in a proactive manner.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure a well-prepared response to threats and emergencies, including development and execution of joint exercises.
• Direct the design, implementation, and maintenance of security systems, protocols, and technologies including surveillance cameras, access control systems, visitor management, and alarm systems.
• Conduct regular safety and security audit assessments of school facilities to identify potential risks, vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to address them. 
• Conduct and coordinate an annual training program for security and traffic control personnel.
• Initiate, coordinate, and lead staff and student training programs on emergency/active shooter response, including situational awareness, de-escalation training, evacuation strategies, and shelter-in-place procedures.  Provide guidance on how to respond to security incidents and promote a sense of preparedness among students, faculty, and employees.
• Monitor and analyze security trends, incidents, educational facility risks, and best practices to ensure continuous improvement of the institution's security program.
• Continuously develop strategic and tactical improvements through educational opportunities, personal networks, professional organizations, and liaisons with law enforcement and other agencies.  
• Coordinate with applicable institutional departments to implement fire safety plans, evacuation procedures, and conduct regular fire and lockdown drills in compliance with local and NYS fire code requirements.
• Spearhead monthly inspections in partnership with the facilities team to monitor the maintenance of fire suppression systems, alarms, and emergency exits.
• Monitor surveillance cameras. Report school incidents, and crimes, and respond to all emergencies. 
• Lead incident response efforts and team; provide guidance during crisis situations.

Education, Experience and Competencies: 

• A Bachelor's Degree is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of prior experience in law enforcement with at least 3 years in a Community Affairs or Community Relations leadership role is required.  A former law enforcement rank of captain or above is preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience is required.
• Proven 5 years or more experience as Director of Security or similar position in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local safety regulations, fire codes, and security best practices, risk assessment methodologies, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective security programs, strategies, and training.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of security technologies and systems, including surveillance CCTV cameras, access control systems, and alarm systems.

• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, radio, email, text, etc.).
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Computer skills: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, PremiSys, ExacqVision, TitanHST, and Fast Pass
• Successful problem-resolution skills; able to multi-task
• Proven ability to promote a positive and ethical security environment, aligned with the institution’s mission and people culture.
• Able to secure sensitive and confidential information.
• Flexible and able to work the days/hours that are conducive to the schools events, activities, and operations as well as respond to all calls for assistance and emergencies (during and outside of the workday). 
• Able to manage stressful situations; exhibits good judgment and can make timely decisions.
• Maintain composure in dealing with authorities, leadership, staff, students, parents, and the public under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.

Supervision: All Campus Security and Traffic Control personnel

Certifications: CPR/AED certification and a valid NYS certified security guard license. A Certified Protection Professional (CPP®) accredited by the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS International) is preferred.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $140,000 annual.Salary offers are based on factors that include years of experience, training/skills, internal peer equity, market, and other organizational considerations. Friends Academy offers a comprehensive competitive benefits package, which includes tuition remission and a retirement plan that matches contributions, all of which contribute to your well-being. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future.

Visit our career page https://www.friendsacademy.org/career to learn why FA is a great place to work. 

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; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  Ability to talk on telephone and radio. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time is required. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Physically able to assist or carry a disabled, ill or injured person if required.  Able to walk all of the school campus grounds, and stand for long periods on hard pavement and in wooded areas. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions: 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 can be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions; 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.

Job Title: Campus Store Manager 

Reports To: Director of Finance & Strategic Operations

Work Schedule: Academic School Calendar, plus set up time in the summer

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt -Part-time Hourly 

Mission:

Guided by our Quaker principles, Friends Academy educates our students to discover and develop the best of who they are and who they can become.

Belief Statement:

We achieve educational excellence by committing to the highest standards of learning and living. Our diverse and welcoming community is strengthened by our Quaker values, which empower our students to inquire, reflect, and engage in their classrooms, in their neighborhoods, and in the world. Because when we inspire students to learn and live with purpose, they achieve greatness without sacrificing goodness.

Position Summary:

Manages and coordinates the activities of the campus retail store. This position will work Part-Time 20-25 hours per week, depending on the set hours of the campus store operation, and will not work when school is not in session. A schedule for the summer will be organized with the supervisor, to allow for the set up of the campus store to be ready to serve students at the start of the school year.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties may change and other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Establishes store policies and department procedures. 
• Sells merchandise and orders merchandise, supplies, and equipment. 
• Records delivery of merchandise compares records with merchandise ordered, and reports discrepancies to control costs and maintain correct inventory levels. 
• Inspects merchandise to ensure it is correctly priced and displayed. 
• Recommends additions to or deletions of merchandise to be sold in the bookstore. 
• Prepares sales and inventory reports. 
• Listens to customer complaints, examines returned merchandise, and resolves problems to restore and promote good public relations. 
• Approves cash disbursement voucher for payment of merchandise purchased by bookstore.
• Installs and removes department cash-register-receipt tape and audits cash receipts. 
• Plans department layout or merchandise or advertising display. 

Competencies  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. 

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images. 
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs;  Solicits customer feedback to improve service. Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. 
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to  building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability;  Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. 
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures;  Contributes to profits and revenue. Conserves organizational resources. 
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity. 
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and  ethically; Upholds organizational values. 
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time;  Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative  action and respects diversity. 
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains  reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. 
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect  and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through  on commitments. 
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when  absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions;  Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or  notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The  requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Education and/or Experience - A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university is required, preferably in business or retail management. At least one year of related transferable experience in merchandising/retail is required, as well as at least one year of experience in a management role. Experience working in a school store is highly desirable.
• Interested candidates should submit a resume with a cover letter for consideration.

Salary/Wage: Hourly Range, $36.00-$50.00 per hour.Salary offers are based on factors that include years of experience, training/skills, internal peer equity, market and other organizational considerations. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

Language Skills  

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple  correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers,  clients, and other employees of the organization. 

Mathematical Skills  

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area,  circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

Reasoning Ability  

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills  

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and be comfortable using Point of Sale systems, Google Drive, and Microsoft Excel.

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; use hands to finger, handle,  or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The  employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds,  frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision  abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision. Able to walk across campus grounds. 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 visit our Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion webpage.

Work Term: Academic School Year, August 19, 2024 to June 20, 2025

Work Schedule: Standard Office Hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. (late afternoons/evenings as needed)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Direct Report: Director of Student Affairs

Overview of the Director of Student Affairs Office: ​​The Director of Student Affairs shapes, guides, and supports students and colleagues in areas of student-life programming, which include advising, clubs and committees, health and wellness, and student conduct. The office is responsible for ensuring that Quaker practice and belief inform - and are embedded in - each program that seeks to engage students in their lives beyond the classroom. By example and in action, this position supports our school mission and policies, communicating expectations and ensuring that students understand and abide by academic and behavioral rules and policies. In strategic partnership with the Head of the School, Principals, members of the Leadership Team, and colleagues across divisions, the Director will have primary responsibility for the student's social and emotional experience, shaping a healthy, inclusive, and positive student culture that reflects Friends Academy’s Quaker mission. The Director leads a team of deans and a student support team to enhance our students' social, emotional, and intellectual well-being and fosters student agency, inclusion, and belonging among students and adults as they navigate our community’s rules and expectations for integrity, safety, and community membership.

Our School Mission:

Guided by our Quaker principles, Friends Academy educates our students to discover and develop the best of who they are and who they can become.

Our Belief Statement:

We achieve educational excellence by committing to the highest standards of learning and living. Our diverse and welcoming community is strengthened by our Quaker values, which empower our students to inquire, reflect, and engage in their classrooms, in their neighborhoods, and in the world. Because when we inspire students to learn and live with purpose, they achieve greatness without sacrificing goodness.

Position Summary: The Administrative Assistant to the Director of Student Affairs (DOSA) provides high-level administrative support and assists in the efficient operation of the Director’s office. This role involves managing schedules; coordinating meetings, student activities, and programs/events; handling correspondence, and ensuring effective communication within the DOSA office, across divisions and campus departments. The DOSA Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining confidentiality, managing information flow, and supporting various administrative tasks to facilitate (1) community initiatives, (2) programmatic efforts, and (3) strategic advancements. Working alongside the Director of Student Affairs (DOSA) to support a three-divisional school, the role is impactful and involves a good degree of collaboration and involvement. 

Essential Responsibilities: Duties may change and others may be assigned

Calendar Management: Coordinate and maintain the DOSA schedule, including scheduling meetings, programs/events, student activities, appointments, and travel arrangements.

Communication: Manage incoming and outgoing communications on behalf of the DOSA, including phone calls, emails, and correspondence. Ensure timely and appropriate responses.

Meeting Coordination: Arrange/schedule meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items as directed. Coordinate logistics for meetings, including room bookings and catering arrangements.

Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and edit documents, reports, and presentations for the DOSA; compile data and information as needed.

Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support such as filing, copying, scanning, and managing office supplies. Maintain office systems and procedures.

Information Management: Organize and maintain confidential records and files. Ensure accurate record-keeping and document management in compliance with school policies.

Event/Program Coordination: Assist in planning and organizing events, conferences, and special projects initiated by the DOSA. Coordinate logistics, invitations, and attendee arrangements.

Liaison: Serve as a primary point of contact for students, colleagues, parents, and external stakeholders seeking information or assistance from the DOSA. Foster positive relationships and uphold the professional image of the office.

Budget Support: Assist in managing the DOSA budget by tracking expenses, processing any/all business office-related paperwork (e.g. vendor set-up, invoices, etc.),  and maintaining financial records.

Special Projects: Undertake special projects and assignments as delegated to support high-level office goals, priorities, and initiatives.

Qualifications and Education: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university is required.
• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or similar role is required, preferably in an academic or higher education setting.
• A deep understanding of office management is required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Proficiency in all Google Suite programs and applications across various devices and operating systems is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with office equipment is required.
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information are required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team is required.

Interested candidates should submit a resume with a cover letter for consideration.

Salary/Wage: Hourly Range, $30-$36 per hour. Salary offers are based on factors that include years of experience, training/skills, internal peer equity, market, and other organizational considerations. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

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. Ability to talk; finger; grasp; sit for extended periods of time; and repetitive motion. Sedentary work:  possibly exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects. Stand for long periods of time. The ability to move from building to building and around campus grounds. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

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 visit our FA Diversity,Equity + Inclusion Page

Little Friends Assistant Teachers and Substitute Positions for Infant, Toddler & Pre-Nursery Program

Start Date: Summer 2024

Friends Academy, an Independent Day School (PS -12th Grade), a 65 acre campus on the North Shore of Long Island is seeking Head and Assistant Teachers to work with our littlest friends ages 6 weeks up to 3 years old. Our childcare program is licensed by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

Essential Duties Include: duties may change and other duties may be assigned

• Assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities which support the social, emotional, linguistic, and cognitive development of children.
• Support and maintain a positive, safe, clean environment for our littlest friends to learn and play.
• Assist with the daily classroom routines.
• Respects the confidential nature of all information about parents, children and staff.
• Attends staff meetings and seeks out professional development and keeps abreast of current developments.

Teacher Competencies:

• Demonstrated experience working with young children in a program setting.
• Flexible, and work with colleagues in a professional manner.
• Love working with young children.
• Support the diversity initiatives of the school.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.

• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Qualifications and Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Previous experience working with young children is required. 

• Head Teacher Education: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related field and one year of teaching in a childcare program, or Associates degree in Early Childhood or related field and two years of child care experience. 

• Head and Assistant Teachers: must receive clearance to work by NYSOCFS and Friends Academy pre-employment screening. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume to the attention: Daycare Director with at least two professional references for consideration.

Visit our career page https://www.friendsacademy.org/career to learn why FA is a great place to Work

Pay range: $16.50 to $20 per hour

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.

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.

School Year: Fall 2024-2025

Supervisor: Athletic Director

Summary

Friends Academy Athletic Department is looking to hire a qualified assistant Varsity Field Hockey coach for our field hockey program. At  Friends Academy, athletics are at the core of a balanced educational experience and hold equal footing with academics and the arts in the overall development of our future global citizens. We are searching for someone with excellent communication skills who thrives in a vibrant educational environment, embraces change, and has a deep interest in our Quaker mission and educational philosophy.

Our League: Our field hockey athletes compete with great success in Section VIII. Though we are one of the smallest schools in the league – and the only independent school – we've fielded championship teams in field hockey. In addition to Field Hockey, we currently have 20 Varsity Sports and 10 middle school sports offered. 

Qualifications: We are looking for bright, energetic, and creative candidates who are current with best practices within secondary school athletics, with a focus on 21st-century learning skills. An undergraduate degree is required. Successful secondary school field hockey coaching experience is desired, including experience with athletic administration. A successful candidate must have strong organizational, time management, and technology skills. We are looking for someone who is student-centered and excited to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and the community.

Education and/or Experience: 

Experience coaching high school sports is preferred. 

Bachelors Degree Required 

Background screening required (fingerprinting)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   Meet the physical demands essential to this position.  The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Duties may change and other duties may be assigned:

• Guide the personal development of each student-athlete on the roster.
• Organize, communicate, and execute daily practice plans.
• Communicate weekly schedules to parents.
• Support athletes in the college recruiting process.
• Meet with the AD at the beginning and end of every season.
• Prepare and condition athletes.
• Lead game day equipment preparations and set up.
• Coordinate with Athletics to create social media content.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   Meet the physical demands essential to this position.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and climb stairs. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. 

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 essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather and to bloodborne pathogens.

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.