Friends’ Central School Overview

Friends’ Central School is an independent, coeducational Quaker day school founded in 1845 and serving approximately 881 students in Nursery through grade 12. Located in the Philadelphia suburbs, the School has two campuses. The Middle & Upper Schools are located just outside of West Philadelphia in Wynnewood, and the Lower School is on our Old Gulph Road campus in the heart of Wynnewood. The exceptional faculty at Friends’ Central offers a curriculum that cultivates the intellectual, spiritual, and ethical growth of our students. Our pedagogy is grounded in continuing revelation, reflection, integrity, and a willingness to accept responsibility. From Nursery to Grade 12, our students participate in a process designed to foster creative, critical, and flexible thinking, along with compassion. As they transform from playful children to skilled, self-possessed teenagers, they are always intellectually curious and engaged thinkers. Friends’ Central prepares graduates to succeed in college and in life.

Long Term Substitute College Counselor

Friends’ Central School seeks a Long Term Substitute College Counselor starting in July 2026 through December 2026. This staff position reports to the Director of College Counseling. This person will serve as a member of the College Counseling team and participate in delivering all aspects of a comprehensive college counseling program; this includes working closely with students and families and supporting all program, activity, and operational needs of the College Counseling Office.

Responsibilities:

• Advise approximately 25-30 students and families per class in all aspects of the college search, selection, and application process
• Teach 2-3 sections of the college counseling class for seniors 
• Meet with college representatives visiting Friends’ Central each fall
• Utilize technology resources, especially SCOIR and Slate 
• Serve as a proctor for the on-site PSAT test 
• Enhance the School’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity as outlined in our Diversity Statement
• Understand and be committed to the School’s Quaker values and mission
• Be a positive and engaged member of the Friends’ Central faculty and wider community
• Participate in faculty and in-service meetings

Qualifications:

• Up-to-date knowledge of college admissions and the financial aid process

• Selective college admissions or college counseling experience is strongly preferred

• Superior written and oral communication skills

• Enthusiasm, and strong organizational abilities

• Proven ability to track and meet deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree required

Please apply here. The application will ask for a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. All applications should be completed by June 30, 2026.

Friends’ Central School seeks candidates with a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning community who will address issues of diversity, as well as enhance the Philosophy of Inclusivity and Awareness articulated in our Diversity Statement. 

About Friends' Central School

Friends’ Central School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory, Quaker day school, founded in 1845, serving 800 students in Nursery through grade 12. Located on two campuses in Wynnewood, Pa., Friends’ Central blends a rigorous curriculum with enduring Quaker principles of kindness, compassion, and generosity of spirit to create a solid foundation for a future of opportunity and success. Students at Friends’ Central School are taught to think critically and creatively, and they learn the value of good character and strong work ethic to develop into active and engaged citizens. Friends’ Central seeks candidates who will enhance the philosophy of inclusivity and awareness articulated in our Diversity Statement.

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