Second Grade Teacher

Abington Friends School is a Quaker day school located just outside of Philadelphia. The school serves students from ages 3 years to 12th grade in three divisions. Rooted in Friends principles of collaborative inquiry, peaceful resolution of conflict, equality, community and integrity, AFS is an unusually vibrant and diverse learning community. More information is available at www.abingtonfriends.net

We place a high value on diversity of race, background, religion, ability, sexuality and gender identity in our community and see the hiring process at AFS as one which allows us to nurture, sustain and extend the diversity that is fundamental to our excellence as a Friends School. 

Position Description:

Abington Friends Lower School seeks a full-time Lead Teacher for Second Grade. The Lead Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing curriculum, working with students and families, and collaborating with colleagues to create an inviting, stimulating, and safe learning environment. The Second Grade Lead Teacher will be an educator who is creative and flexible and recognizes the unique gifts and talents inherent in each child. The Abington Friends Lower School is a learning environment of joy, wonder, challenge and reflection with a strong sense of community.

Applicants must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree 
• LS teaching experience 
• An understanding of child development 
• Ability to differentiate learning
• Strong communication skills

Candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, personal statement and 2-3 letters of reference.

Closing date for materials will be April 16, 2021.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Based on receipt of federal financial assistance through a Paycheck Protection Program loan administered through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) under the CARES Act, Abington Friends School acknowledges its obligation to prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, citizenship status, genetic information, handicap or disability in admissions, access, employment, tuition assistance, educational policies, or other school administered student and employee programs and activities.  Questions regarding the School’s compliance with the application and administration of the School’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to Martha Scache, Director of Business & Operations, Abington Friends School, 575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown, PA 19046, 215-576-3964, or email her at mscache@abingtonfriends.net, or to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) or to the SBA.  Please refer to the School’s SBA Non-Discrimination Compliance Policy on the School’s website for information on how to file complaints with OCR or the SBA.