Career Opportunities

Essential Duties:  

As a full-time faculty member, this position also includes serving as an advisor for 8-10 students  and supporting a co-curricular activity such as coaching or other academic school activity. Will  align with and support the mission of the school. Attendance is required at all-school faculty  meetings, events, back to school nights, and department and divisional meetings.  

Summary of Essential Duties: Duties may change and others may be assigned 

Friends Academy, Independent Quaker Day School, PS-12^th grade is seeking a full-time Upper  School English Teacher for the Fall, 2023, School Year, 2023-2024. As an experienced full-time  faculty member,this position also includes serving as an advisor to students and supporting a co curricular activity such as coaching a sport or advising a major student/school organization.  Support activities that contribute to the life of the school and attendance at all-school faculty  meetings, events, back to school nights, and department and divisional meetings 

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each  essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals  with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience: 

An undergraduate degree is required; a graduate degree in education or in a relevant discipline is  preferred. Successful high school teaching experience of at least three years including  experience with introductory level as well as the most advanced levels, including AP classes.  

∙ creative and current with best practices in English and language arts instruction, with a  focus on 21st-century learning skills 

∙ excited about teaching high school students to engage in our core educational practices  ∙ experience in online and project-based teaching and learning 

∙ student-centered and excited to work collaboratively with students, colleagues and the  community 

∙ possess excellent oral and written communication skills 

∙ thrives in a vibrant educational environment and embraces change 

∙ a deep interest in our Quaker mission and educational philosophy 

∙ strong organizational, time management and technology skills 

∙ Independent School teaching English to high school age students is preferred

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 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance  vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Able to move around and  across campus.  

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, +  Inclusion

Work Term: Academic School Year

FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

Direct Report: MS Principal

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.

The following are essential duties and functions of this role. Duties can change and others may be assigned:

The successful candidate will teach grade-level Science classes to older middle school grades. As a full-time faculty position, this role may also include serving as a student advisor and supporting a co-curricular activity by coaching a sport or advising a major school activity. All faculty members are expected to support activities and events that contribute to the life of the school and to attend departmental, divisional, and all-school staff meetings.  

Qualifications & Education: A successful candidate 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 essential functions. 

• An undergraduate degree in Science, Science education, or a similar discipline is required, graduate degree is preferred
• Three to five years of successful middle school teaching experience, preferably in an independent school.
• Experience designing and delivering middle school science instruction 
• Demonstrated mastery in crafting curriculum based on Next Generation Science Standards
• Demonstrated mastery in teaching within and across areas of middle school physics, chemistry, and biology. 
• Demonstrated success with pedagogy that draws upon real-world problem-solving
• Demonstrated success with collaboration on teaching teams
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Interested in and supportive of the school's diversity, equity, and inclusion work
• A willingness to engage in professional development

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter with the desired salary, and the below information to the recruitment email address:

• A cover letter expressing interest in and why the candidate is qualified for the position;
• A statement of educational philosophy;
• Three to five professional references;

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. Ability to talk and hear; stand and sit for extended periods of time; possibly exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. The ability to move from across and around campus grounds. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

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.

Essential Duties: Duties may change and others may be assigned

The successful candidate will teach grade-level Spanish classes for grades 5-8. As a full-time faculty position, this role may also include serving as a student advisor and supporting a co-curricular activity by coaching a sport or advising a major school activity. All faculty members are expected to support activities and events that contribute to the life of the school and to attend departmental, divisional and all-school staff meetings.  

Qualifications & Education: A successful candidate 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. 

• An undergraduate degree in Spanish, Spanish education, or a similar discipline is required, graduate degree is preferred
• Successful middle school teaching experience
• Experience designing and delivering middle school language instruction 
• Demonstrated mastery with an oral proficiency pedagogy
• Demonstrated success with collaboration on teaching teams
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Three to five years of successful independent school teaching experience. 

To be considered for this position, please send the following to the FA recruitment address (recruitment@fa.org):

• A cover letter expressing interest in and why candidate is qualified for the position;
• A statement of educational philosophy;
• Three to five professional references;

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 and hear; stand and sit for extended periods of time; possibly exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. The ability to move from across and around campus grounds. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion 

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.

Essential Duties: Duties may change and others may be assigned

The successful candidate will teach grade-level French classes for grades 5-8. As a full-time faculty position, this role may also include serving as a student advisor and supporting a co-curricular activity by coaching a sport or advising a major school activity. All faculty members are expected to support activities and events that contribute to the life of the school and to attend departmental, divisional and all-school staff meetings.  

Qualifications & Education: A successful candidate 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. 

• An undergraduate degree in French, French language education, or a similar discipline is required, graduate degree is preferred
• Successful middle school teaching experience
• Experience designing and delivering middle school language instruction 
• Demonstrated mastery with an oral proficiency pedagogy
• Demonstrated success with collaboration on teaching teams
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Three to five years of successful independent school teaching experience. 

To be considered for this position, please send the following to the FA recruitment address (recruitment@fa.org):

• A cover letter expressing interest in and why the candidate is qualified for the position;
• A statement of educational philosophy;
• Three to five professional references;

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 and hear; stand and sit for extended periods of time; possibly exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. The ability to move from across and around campus grounds. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

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.

Essential Duties: Duties may change and others may be assigned

The successful candidate will teach grade-level English classes for grades 5 & 6. As a full-time faculty position, this role also includes serving as a student advisor and supporting a co-curricular activity by coaching a sport or advising a major school activity. All faculty members are expected to support activities and events that contribute to the life of the school and to attend departmental, divisional and all-school staff meetings.  

Qualifications & Education: A successful candidate 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. 

• An undergraduate degree in English, Literacy education, or a similar discipline is required, graduate degree is preferred
• Three to five years of successful upper elementary or middle school teaching experience, preferably in an independent school setting
• Demonstrated mastery in designing and delivering student-centered ELA instruction for 10-12 year-old students
• Experience and familiarity with co-curricular Humanities instruction and collaborative implementation of curriculum across the content areas
• Comfort with children’s and young adult literature, and classical canon taught as appropriate for 10-12 year-old students
• Demonstrated success with collaboration on teaching teams
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills

To be considered for this position, please send the following to the FA recruitment address (recruitment@fa.org):

• A cover letter expressing interest in and why candidate is qualified for the position;
• A statement of educational philosophy;
• Three to five professional references;

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 and hear; stand and sit for extended periods of time; possibly exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry or otherwise move objects. The ability to move from across and around campus grounds. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

Work Term: Academic School Year (full time) and Summer Hours

FLSA Status: Full Time Non-Exempt Hourly

Direct Report: Daycare Director

Position: The Full Time Infant & Toddler Teacher should specialize in providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for young children and should be able to assist in developing the children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills as they interact with each other and the world around them. Will be able to handle the demands of older infants and toddlers.

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

Full-time employees receive generous holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days. Friends Academy offers competitive pay and benefits packages.

Essential Responsibilities Include: duties may change and others may be assigned

• Guiding infants and toddlers through developmental milestones.
•  Responding to each child’s needs in a positive manner.
•  Displaying a patient and calm personality coupled with a loving approach to every child.
•  Building secure relationships with the children.
• Adhering to the guidelines of NY State OCFS regulations.
• Take initiative and able to implement curriculum as designed
• Partner effectively with teaching assistants

Experience and Education Required: 

• A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, a bachelor’s degree in a related field or a child development associate's degree-required
• Complete background check and health examination (required per OFCS)
• Experience working with young children in a daycare program or early childhood program setting-required 
• Dependable and reliable
• Effective communication skills and a team player
• Demonstrates Professionalism and positive attitude

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume for consideration to the Daycare Director. Applicants should be available for hire immediately.

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 be able to lift children. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Able to move around and across campus. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

Little Friends is seeking an assistant teacher to help nurture our littlest friends, ages 6 weeks up to 3 years old. Applicants must have experience working with young children. A successful candidate will assist with the daily routines of children, engage in age-appropriate activities, and assist with developing skills. We are looking for a reliable, nurturing person who will enjoy working in a comfortable, pleasant school setting. Our program is licensed by NYS Office of Family and Children Services.  Applicants should submit a resume or an email detailing the candidates experience and qualifications to  karen_galvin@fa.org. 

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

Season/School Year: Fall 2023, School Year 2023-2024
Supervisor: Director of Athletics and Physical Education

Summary

Friends Academy Athletic Department is looking to hire a qualified JV Assistant Coach for our Girls (Fall) 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 girl's 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 girls' field hockey. In addition to Field Hockey, we currently, have 20 Varsity Sports and 10 middle school sports offered.

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.

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.

• Experience coaching high school sports is preferred
• Bachelors Degree Required
• Background screening required (fingerprinting)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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. Must be able to move around campus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those 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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion

Friends Academy's Auxiliary Programs is seeking individuals with an interest to develop and facilitate unique programs for the following:

Pre-Summer Program: June 12th - June 23rd (Age 3 - Grade 4) from 8:00am - 4:00pm

and/or

Summer Programs: June 26th - August 11th (Grades 3 - 8) from 9:00am - 4:00pm. **Applicants may select the weeks they would prefer to work.

Ceramics, Coding, Creative Writing & Journalism, Culinary Arts, Dance, Drama, Fashion, Woodwork, Sewing, Martial Arts, Music, Nature and Hiking, Outdoor Living Skills & Pioneering, Photography, Robotics, SCRATCH & STEAM, Sign Language, Video & Film, Literature, etc.

Applicants must enjoy working with children. The program curriculum must include hands-on and engaging activities. Applicants should have excellent communication and management skills.

Candidates should submit a resume, and a brief description of the proposed program to be considered.

Find out why Friends Academy is a great place to work visit us on the web www.fa.org

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 read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion