Employment Opporutnities

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Positions Available:

Kindergarten Teacher – Full Time Position

Job Description:

Haddonfield Friends School is seeking a Kindergarten teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. The qualified applicant will have an understanding of and strong affinity for Quaker philosophy, a strong desire to engage in lifelong learning, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Strong Candidates will Bring:

  • 3-5 years teaching experience in the primary grades 
  • A genuine understanding of child development and respectful, restorative behavior management techniques
  • An ability to teach to the whole child, including enthusiasm for inquiry and project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability
  • An openness to collaboration and planning with colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
  • A commitment to ongoing professional learning and feedback, including understanding and application of current research
  • A rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
  • Strong communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
  • Strong technology skills and experience  with technology integration in the classroom
  • An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor

Applicants should supply the following:

A cover letter to Matthew Sharp, Head of School; resume/curriculum vitae; statement of educational philosophy; teaching certificate; and list of 3 references or letters of recommendation, to:

employment@hfsfriends.org   (Include ‘Kindergarten Teacher’ in the subject line.)

Lower School, Grade 4 Teacher – Full Time Position

Job Description:

Haddonfield Friends School is seeking a Grade 4 teacher for the 23-24 school year. The qualified applicant will have an understanding of and strong affinity for Quaker philosophy, and will work collaboratively with colleagues.

Strong Candidates will Bring:

  • 3-5 years lead teaching experience in the primary grades
  • Genuine understanding of child development and respectful, restorative behavior management techniques
  • A rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
  • Strong communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
  • Commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research
  • Experience in curriculum planning and development, and an understanding of concept based inquiry learning
  • Strong understanding of formative and summative assessment practices
  • An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
  • An ability to teach to the whole child, including enthusiasm for project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability
  • Openness to collaboration and planning with Lower School colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
  • Strong technology skills, knowledge of various platforms, and experience with technology integration in the classroom

Applicants should supply the following:

A cover letter to Matthew Sharp, Head of School; resume/curriculum vitae; statement of educational philosophy; teaching certificate; and list of 3 references or letters of recommendation, to:

employment@hfsfriends.org   (Include ‘4th Grade Teacher’ in the subject line.)

Grade 2 Teacher

Job Description:

Haddonfield Friends School is seeking a Grade 2 teacher to begin August 28, 2023. The qualified applicant will have an understanding of and strong affinity for Quaker philosophy, and will work collaboratively with colleagues.

Strong Candidates will Bring:

  • 3-5 years lead teaching experience in the primary grades
  • Genuine understanding of child development and respectful, restorative behavior management techniques
  • A rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs
  • Strong communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
  • Commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research
  • Experience in curriculum planning and development, and an understanding of concept based inquiry learning
  • Strong understanding of formative and summative assessment practices
  • An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
  • An ability to teach to the whole child, including enthusiasm for project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability
  • Openness to collaboration and planning with Lower School colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
  • Strong technology skills, knowledge of various platforms, and experience with technology integration in the classroom

Applicants should supply the following:

A cover letter to Matthew Sharp, Head of School; resume/curriculum vitae; and list of 3 references or three letters of recommendation, to:

employment@hfsfriends.org   (Include ‘Second Grade Teacher’ in the subject line.)

Extended Day Staff

Applications requested immediately

Job Description:

Extended Day staff members needed for a PreK through 8th grade Quaker school. Interested candidates should enjoy working with children of a variety of ages; possess good communication skills; demonstrate strong leadership/classroom management techniques; model problem solving and peer mediation techniques; initiate and supervise outdoor activities and creative projects; be reliable and prompt. Guaranteed 12-15 hours per week. 

Experience working with children is necessary; college degree or degree candidate is preferred but not required. 

Applicants should supply the following:

A cover letter to Matthew Sharp, Head of School; resume/curriculum vitae; and list of 3 references or three letters of recommendation, to:

employment@hfsfriends.org   (Include ‘Extended Day Staff’ in the subject line.)

Substitute Teachers (Part Time /as needed)

Applications must be received by: Ongoing

Job Description:

Substitute teachers needed for a Pre-K through 8th grade Quaker school. Teaching certificate, substitute certificate and/or degree and extensive experience with children preferred.

Applicants should supply the following:

A cover letter, resume and three references (or three names and contact information) to be emailed to:

employment@hfsfriends.org (Include ‘Substitute Teacher’ in the subject line.)

Haddonfield Friends School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class status.