West Chester, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted: 15-Jan-26
Location: Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
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Friends’ Central School Overview
Friends’ Central School is an independent, coeducational Quaker day school founded in 1845 and serving approximately 845 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.
Middle School Math Teacher – Long Term Substitute
Friends’ Central School is seeking an enthusiastic Middle School Math Teacher to join our faculty for a long term leave coverage. This role will begin in mid-January and end on June 12, 2026. The successful candidate will work with a group of 7th and 8th grade students through the conclusion of the academic year. FCS is looking for a dynamic educator who combines deep mathematical expertise with a heart for the developmental needs of 11-to-14-year-olds.
Responsibilities:
- Teach four sections of Middle School math. Content areas include 7th Grade Advanced Algebra I & 8th Grade Advanced Geometry.
- Create engaging and interactive lessons that help students understand and apply algebraic concepts, while also reinforcing basic math skills.
- Foster an inclusive classroom environment characterized by inquiry, exploration, and student engagement.
- Maintain a dynamic and focused learning environment by employing classroom management techniques tailored to the social and emotional needs of 11-to-14-year-olds.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse math learners.
- Make math relevant, challenging, and fun by incorporating real-world applications and problem-solving activities.
- Lead students to develop critical thinking and reasoning skills.
- Assess students’ progress and performance in a timely fashion.
- Communicate with teachers, advisors and parents/caregivers regarding students’ needs and progress.
- Write mid semester and end term report card comments for individual students.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the department and on the grade-level team.
- Chaperone field trips and other student activities that contribute to the life of the school.
Qualifications:
In addition to having a professional and educational background in teaching math, we are looking for candidates who also possess the following:
- Deep knowledge of current pedagogical practices
- Passion for mathematics and instruction
- Effective integration of technology into the math classroom to enhance learning.
- Degree in mathematics or a related field
- Ability to relate well to Middle School students
- Willingness to understand and be committed to the School’s Quaker values and mission
- Ability to enhance the School’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity as outlined in our Diversity Statement (see below)
- Ability to be an engaged member of the Friends’ Central faculty and wider community
Physical Demands
Physical demands include dexterity for office machines and supply operation including but not limited to writing, using electronic devices, computer, phone, calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and printers. Stooping, bending, reaching and sitting or standing for extended periods of time are common.
To apply, please visit the Employment Opportunities page of our website for our online application. The application will ask for a resume, cover letter and three professional references. All applications should be completed as soon as possible. .
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.