Fifth Grade Homeroom Teacher

Welcome to the Human Resources Department at Sidwell Friends School. Sidwell Friends prides itself in offering a high quality educational experience to those who will lead the next generation. To that end, we are seeking qualified individuals with the knowledge, skills and abilities to enhance the student experience at Sidwell Friends. We encourage you to review the job postings below and to contact us for additional information.

Department: Middle School

Location: Washington, DC

Position

Start Date:

August 2026

Status:

Sidwell Friends School, a co-educational Quaker day school, seeks a 5th Grade Homeroom Teacher who genuinely appreciates and actively supports the Quaker philosophy of our School. This full-time benefits-eligible Middle School position is based on the Washington, DC, campus and will begin in late August 2026.

Reporting to the Middle School Principal, the 5th-grade homeroom teacher is responsible for teaching language arts, social studies, and math in a homeroom setting. Homeroom teachers also serve as the liaison between home and school, so establishing relationships with families is critical. Other responsibilities include planning with a team of teachers, monitoring student progress, writing student reports, and preparing for and leading parent-teacher conferences.

Homeroom teachers are also expected to be involved in the life of the school in a variety of ways, including attendance at meetings, communicating and collaborating with students, colleagues, and families, and taking on additional responsibilities such as lunch and break duties.

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required and must be conferred by the position's start date; advanced degree preferred

Experience teaching upper elementary or early middle school is preferred.

Skilled in teaching language arts, social studies, and math.

Proven track record of helping shepherd transitions with students and families.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrates the ability to understand the age group and is excited about working with children from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with other teachers.

Ability to work in-person Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

A sense of humor and understanding of the age group.

A flexible and growth oriented mindset around pedagogy and the needs of young middle school-aged students.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Passionate collaborator who enjoys moving a program forward.

• Salary Range $62,096-$132,180. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Sidwell Friends School affirms the centrality of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of academic and campus life. Honoring a multiplicity of voices, we celebrate shared joys and address tensions productively. Together, we are guided by Quaker testimonies and seek to answer the question, “How do we nurture a sense of belonging in our community and demonstrate our commitment to a just world”.

Sidwell Friends School
Human Resources Department
3825 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20016