New York, New York
Forest Hills, New York
Forest Hills, New York
Posted: 19-Dec-25
Location: Jenkintown, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
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Nestled on a 50-acre, tree-lined campus in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania just north of Philadelphia, Abington Friends School (AFS) is a vibrant Early Childhood (3 and 4 year-olds) through Grade 12 Quaker day school grounded in more than three centuries of educational leadership and innovation. Founded in 1697, AFS is shaped by the enduring testimonies of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship, which guide the daily life of students and educators alike.
At AFS, our mission is to cultivate intellectual excellence, foster strength of character, and support the growth of each student’s unique talents, while nurturing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of the whole child. Our campus provides a rich environment for discovery, supported by inspiring classrooms, expansive green spaces, robust arts and athletics programs, and a community culture that honors both individuality and collective purpose. More information is available at https://www.abingtonfriends.net/
Abington Friends Upper School seeks a full time Upper School English teacher to join the Faculty. For this position, the Upper School seeks a thoughtful, experienced, and collaborative educator who is comfortable working in a writing intensive program in a wide array of genres. The teacher needs to feel comfortable working with high school students one-on-one and managing a classroom of diverse learners.
The position will teach four sections of English consisting of 9th or 10th grade English and electives for 11th and 12th grade with the possibility of AP Literature or Language. Upper School teachers are expected to serve as student advisors. In addition, Faculty and staff are expected to contribute to the school community beyond the classroom by coaching or supervising student activities. These responsibilities play a vital role in fostering student engagement and strengthening our shared community.
In addition, AFS seeks candidates with:
- Experience teaching and advising in the high school setting
- A BA in English Literature or a related field, Masters preferred
- A demonstrated interest in writing and the revision process
- A broad range of experience with literature from a variety of social contexts
- An expertise in teaching a world-literature curriculum
- A familiarity with a Quaker education community
- An ability to work in a multi-genre reading and writing intensive program
- A willingness to work in a highly collaborative department
- A willingness to meet and collaborate with students outside of classroom hours
- A comfort working with and appreciation of adolescents as learners and individuals
- A commitment to exploring the place of equity and justice as a feature of teaching & learning.
- Extracurricular and coaching experience a plus
- Experience working in and growing a multi-disciplinary writing center
Please submit a cover letter, resume and a list of 3 references. No phone calls, please.
Abington Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.