Employment at State College Friends School
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at State College Friends School. We are continually interested in building relationships with experienced people who share a passion for education of the whole child. If you believe your skills and approach to working with children are a good fit for our school, please consider e-mailing or sending a cover letter and application (unless otherwise noted) to:
State College Friends School
c/o Lisa Gamble
1900 University Drive
State College, PA 16801
scfs@scfriends.org
State College Friends School
c/o Lisa Gamble
1900 University Drive
State College, PA 16801
scfs@scfriends.org
The following positions are currently available at State College Friends School.
AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR - Hiring for Winter 2018
Friends School is seeking a director for our After School childcare program. The ideal candidate is someone who is organized, creative, loves to work with children, and can supervise and mentor After School staff. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program, hiring, and training staff, and planning seasonal program offerings in the form of clubs. The Director is also responsible for planning and implementing child care during our In-service days throughout the year.
At After School we emphasize free play, choices, and being outdoors in all weather. State College Friends School teaches cooperation, stewardship, and problem-solving among its students. With the assistance of school administration, the Director will offer training to After School staff on building these values with children. We believe in both logical consequences and in having flexibility with the rules when appropriate.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and related experience to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
Friends School is seeking a director for our After School childcare program. The ideal candidate is someone who is organized, creative, loves to work with children, and can supervise and mentor After School staff. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program, hiring, and training staff, and planning seasonal program offerings in the form of clubs. The Director is also responsible for planning and implementing child care during our In-service days throughout the year.
At After School we emphasize free play, choices, and being outdoors in all weather. State College Friends School teaches cooperation, stewardship, and problem-solving among its students. With the assistance of school administration, the Director will offer training to After School staff on building these values with children. We believe in both logical consequences and in having flexibility with the rules when appropriate.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and related experience to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
AFTER SCHOOL STAFF - Hiring for Fall 2018
Friends School is seeking staff for our After School childcare program. The ideal candidate is someone who loves to run, move, and play with young people and who can manage a group of multi-age children. After School runs Monday through Friday, from 2:50 - 5:30 p.m. Most of our staff work 1-3 days per week. In addition, we ask our After School staff to work for part of our In-service days, in which we offer childcare from 8:00- 5:30 p.m. A list of these days is given to staff upon hire. The pay is $10.00 an hour.
At After School we emphasize free play, choices, and being outdoors in all weather. We expect staff to come ready for the season's weather—sun, rain, snow, and cold. We ask staff to lead active games in the winter. State College Friends School teaches cooperation, stewardship, and problem-solving among its students. We offer training to After School staff on building these values with children. We believe in both logical consequences and in having flexibility with the rules when appropriate.
To apply, send a resume describing your interest and qualifications to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We give priority to people who have prior experience in working with children. All applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
Friends School is seeking staff for our After School childcare program. The ideal candidate is someone who loves to run, move, and play with young people and who can manage a group of multi-age children. After School runs Monday through Friday, from 2:50 - 5:30 p.m. Most of our staff work 1-3 days per week. In addition, we ask our After School staff to work for part of our In-service days, in which we offer childcare from 8:00- 5:30 p.m. A list of these days is given to staff upon hire. The pay is $10.00 an hour.
At After School we emphasize free play, choices, and being outdoors in all weather. We expect staff to come ready for the season's weather—sun, rain, snow, and cold. We ask staff to lead active games in the winter. State College Friends School teaches cooperation, stewardship, and problem-solving among its students. We offer training to After School staff on building these values with children. We believe in both logical consequences and in having flexibility with the rules when appropriate.
To apply, send a resume describing your interest and qualifications to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We give priority to people who have prior experience in working with children. All applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
MATH INSTRUCTORS - Hiring for Fall 2018
The State College Friends School is seeking individuals with experience working with children and an interest in teaching math. We need instructors at the 2nd/3rd grade level and at the 4th grade level. The ideal candidate will love working with children, be comfortable following a math curriculum, possess initiative, and enjoy math. Math is taught each day from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and related experience to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
The State College Friends School is seeking individuals with experience working with children and an interest in teaching math. We need instructors at the 2nd/3rd grade level and at the 4th grade level. The ideal candidate will love working with children, be comfortable following a math curriculum, possess initiative, and enjoy math. Math is taught each day from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and related experience to Lisa Gamble, Associate Head of School, at lgamble@scfriends.org. Applicants must be able to obtain clearances to work with young people.
SUBSTITUTE - Hiring is Ongoing
We are seeking energetic, friendly, experienced adults who can be substitute teachers in our Pre-K-8th grade classrooms. We need substitutes for both assistant and lead teachers, at all levels. Friends School is a perfect place to hone the skills needed to work with children effectively. Prior teaching experience is preferred, but it is not required. A knowledge of and experience working with children is important. Please
e-mail Lisa Gamble at lgamble@scfriends.org for more information about substitute teaching at Friends School.
We are seeking energetic, friendly, experienced adults who can be substitute teachers in our Pre-K-8th grade classrooms. We need substitutes for both assistant and lead teachers, at all levels. Friends School is a perfect place to hone the skills needed to work with children effectively. Prior teaching experience is preferred, but it is not required. A knowledge of and experience working with children is important. Please
e-mail Lisa Gamble at lgamble@scfriends.org for more information about substitute teaching at Friends School.
HEAD OF SCHOOL - Hiring for 2019-20
About the School
Located in scenic central Pennsylvania just minutes away from Penn State University, State College Friends School offers a vigorous academic education guided by the Quaker principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship.
For more than 35 years, teachers and staff have cultivated a love of learning as students explore social, political and environmental issues faced globally. The SCFS community is comprised of approximately 100 students in seven multi-grade classrooms led by seven lead teachers, several assistant teachers, three administrative staff and two part-time staff.
About the Position
The next leader of Friends School will have teaching experience and a deep understanding of child development. She will be a multi-tasker who enjoys being involved in all aspects of school life. In a collaborative fashion, he will develop a vision for enhancing the Friends School program and image.
While it is not required that the head be a Quaker, it is imperative that she embrace the Quaker principles and model them in the community.
Application Requirements
Application Materials Requested: Candidates interested in this position are asked to submit the following documents by September 1, 2018:
Please address inquiries to:
Doug Jennings, Partner, Educators’ Collaborative
djennings@educatorscollaborative.com or dougjennings2249@gmail.com
317-319-2936
About the School
Located in scenic central Pennsylvania just minutes away from Penn State University, State College Friends School offers a vigorous academic education guided by the Quaker principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship.
For more than 35 years, teachers and staff have cultivated a love of learning as students explore social, political and environmental issues faced globally. The SCFS community is comprised of approximately 100 students in seven multi-grade classrooms led by seven lead teachers, several assistant teachers, three administrative staff and two part-time staff.
About the Position
The next leader of Friends School will have teaching experience and a deep understanding of child development. She will be a multi-tasker who enjoys being involved in all aspects of school life. In a collaborative fashion, he will develop a vision for enhancing the Friends School program and image.
While it is not required that the head be a Quaker, it is imperative that she embrace the Quaker principles and model them in the community.
Application Requirements
Application Materials Requested: Candidates interested in this position are asked to submit the following documents by September 1, 2018:
- Cover letter addressed to the State College Friends School Search Committee
- Resume
- Personal statement or statement of educational philosophy
- List of five references (name, contact information, relationship to candidate)
Please address inquiries to:
Doug Jennings, Partner, Educators’ Collaborative
djennings@educatorscollaborative.com or dougjennings2249@gmail.com
317-319-2936
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