Work Term: Academic School Year 

FLSA Status: Part-Time Exempt 

Direct Report: Upper School 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 

Position Summary: The Upper School English teacher will teach the equivalent of three  sections of High School English, and attend weekly faculty meetings.  

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.  

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

• Teach the equivalent of three sections of High School English;
• Will demonstrate mastery of curriculum and teaching High School English;
• Adopt innovative instructional and assessment practices consistent with  departmental philosophy and pedagogies.

Education, Competencies, and Experience:  

• An undergraduate degree in English or relevant discipline is required; a graduate  degree 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. Independent school teaching experience is preferred. 
• Creative and current with best practices in teaching. 
• Excited about teaching high school students to engage in our core educational  practices. 
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A deep interest in our Quaker mission, educational philosophy and DEI initiatives. 

Interested candidates should send a resume, with the below information to  recruitment@fa.org by May 30, 2025 

• A cover letter expressing interest in and why candidate is qualified for the position; Visit our career page https://www.friendsacademy.org/career 

Salary: The salary range is expected to be $45,000-$59,000. The actual compensation will  be based on the candidates teaching schedule (FTE), relevant and transferable years of  service, and other factors, which include internal peer equity, the 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 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 visit our FA Diversity,Equity + Inclusion Page.

About Friends Academy

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.

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