General Faculty

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Full Time Baltimore, MD, US

At a Glance :

Job Title:

General Faculty,

Location:

Friends School of Baltimore - Baltimore, MD 21210

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay range:
Dependent on experience and discipline

Friends School is a Quaker, co-educational, college preparatory school, Pre-K through Grade 12, in Baltimore City, enrolling 803 students, 44% of whom identify as children of color. We are guided by the Quaker ideals of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. We strive to be a purposefully inclusive community that reflects the racial, ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, and religious diversity of our city and our region.

Position Overview : Are you an enthusiastic and innovative educator looking for an exciting opportunity? Friends School of Baltimore is seeking teachers to join our dynamic team. We are particularly interested in candidates who are proficient in utilizing technology, especially Google tools, thrive on collaboration with fellow educators, and excel in employing multi-sensory techniques to address our students' developmental needs.

Educators at Friends are expected to model and foster the habits of mind we believe are essential to an outstanding education: creativity, curiosity, empathy, reflection, and resilience. We seek educators whose teaching styles and experiences demonstrate:

• A desire to understand diverse attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and practices and to incorporate a culturally responsive lens into teaching and learning.
• A record of successful collaboration with colleagues, families, and students.
• A commitment to lifelong learning, and ongoing professional development.
• An ability to infuse technology to enhance student learning.
• An openness to interdisciplinary teaching.
• An appreciation for and understanding of the social and emotional development of students.
• Flexibility, optimism, and a sense of humor.

Key Responsibilities :

• Teach Core Subjects:
  Deliver instruction in core subject areas that honor Quaker values and align with the Teaching and Learning Paradigm of Friends School.
• Engage in Professional Development:
  Participate enthusiastically in All-School Professional Days, team/department meetings, and Lower School faculty gatherings.
• Contribute to School Initiatives:
  Play a pivotal role in advancing the School's initiatives by contributing expertise and providing a strong voice on committees.
• Craft Thoughtful Lesson Plans:
  Design and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students.
• Collaborate with Colleagues:
  Foster productive collaborations with fellow educators within your team/department, across divisions, and beyond.
• Ensure Student Well-Being:
  Prioritize the safety and well-being of students, creating a nurturing environment for their growth.
• Maintain an Inviting Classroom:
  Create and maintain an inviting classroom and learning space, including captivating bulletin boards in both the classroom and hallways.
• Promote Social Skills Development:
  Encourage the development of students' social skills, supporting their holistic growth.
• Provide Progress Reports:
  Offer parents and administrators detailed, timely, and engaging written and oral progress reports, celebrating the multifaceted aspects of each child's educational journey.
• Supervise Students:
  Take on student supervisory duties, including Lunch, Recess, Early Arrival, and Dismissal, on a rotating basis, fostering a positive and secure environment.
• Commit to Professional Learning:
  Engage in professional development on culturally responsive teaching, mind/brain/education pedagogies, restorative practices,…