Careers

List of 3 items.

• Lower and Middle School Innovation Teacher

  Newtown Friends School seeks a creative, forward-thinking educator to lead our newly designed Innovation Space. This teacher will build and lead an engaging, hands-on program in coding, robotics, engineering, design thinking, and STEAM for students in Grades PreK–8.
  
  

  The Innovation Teacher will design curriculum from the ground up, creating developmentally appropriate learning experiences that foster curiosity, problem-solving, collaboration, and resilience. Students will explore programming (e.g., Scratch, Python), robotics platforms (LEGO, VEX), circuits and electronics, 3D design and printing, digital storytelling, media production, and applied engineering challenges. In addition, students will engage with emerging technologies, including age-appropriate exploration of artificial intelligence and digital citizenship. The goal is not simply technical fluency, but thoughtful engagement — helping students understand how to use technology ethically, responsibly, and creatively.
  
  

  As we enter our final year of candidacy for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), this role will collaborate closely with classroom teachers to integrate innovation into Units of Inquiry, support transdisciplinary learning, and help students apply conceptual understanding through inquiry, action, and real-world problem-solving.
  
  

  In addition, the Innovation Teacher will lead math enrichment groups in Grades 3–5, providing rich problem-solving experiences and conceptual extensions aligned with our Math in Focus program. Prior experience with Singapore Math is not required; however, strong mathematical reasoning skills and a willingness to learn the program are essential.
  
  

  We seek an educator who is:

  • Experienced in teaching coding, robotics, engineering, or STEAM
  • Skilled in inquiry-based and project-based learning
  • Comfortable designing and implementing curriculum independently
  • An ongoing learner who welcomes feedback and growth
  • Collaborative, collegial, and eager to work alongside faculty
  • Energized by building a new program within a progressive school setting

  
  The ideal candidate understands that innovation is not just about technology — it is about cultivating thinkers, designers, and ethical problem-solvers. At Newtown Friends School, innovation is grounded in our commitment to inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and responsible engagement with the world. We are looking for a teacher who is excited to help students create, experiment, reflect, and grow in a joyful, purposeful learning environment.
  
  

  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline is required. An advanced degree is desired. The successful candidate will have excellent rapport with and knowledge of elementary and upper school students and enjoy working with them in a variety of school activities in addition to classroom teaching. Candidates should have a desire to mentor and support students' development of the necessary academic, social, and attitudinal skills to achieve 21st-Century leadership. Candidates should be ready to engage in helping the school to achieve its goal of being an anti-racist institution with broad DEIJB goals. Familiarity with Responsive Classroom and Quaker education is advantageous.

  
  Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references via email to: jobs@newtownfriends.org. No phone calls, please.

• School Bus Driver

  The School Bus Driver is a part time position that reports directly to the Director of Finance and Operations. The person is responsible for transporting students on day and occasional overnight field trips.
  
  

  Duties and Responsibilities
  

  • Using the NFS school bus to transport students and teachers to day field trips, away athletic contests, and overnight field trips during the school year
  • Planning necessary route(s) to complete these bus trips
  • Assist the trip chaperones or coaches to maintain order of the students while on the trip.
  • Conduct basic safety and operational inspection of vehicle before each trip
  • Report needed mechanical repairs when necessary
  • Performs periodical safety drills as required by law
  • Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition
  • Attend meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required
  • Attend driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children
  • Wash bus as needed
  • Fill the diesel fuel tank as needed to ensure trips can be executed without concern about running out of fuel

  Qualifications
  

  • Possession of a valid and appropriate Pennsylvania Driver's License
  • Possession of a Pennsylvania School Bus Driver's Certificate
  • Possession of a safe driving record
  • Current CDL Class B or higher license with the “S” and “P” endorsements. At least three years school bus driving experience is required.
  • Strong, positive interpersonal and customer service orientation; ability to interact well with a wide variety of people, including staff, students, and school parents
  • Excellent oral communication skills
  • Must be able to work as a part of a small team

  Work Requirements
  

  • Successful completion of a criminal background check and driving record audit
  • Availability to work some weekends and evenings
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  Please email jobs@newtownfriends.org. No phone calls, please.

• Substitute Teachers

  Newtown Friends School is looking for educators or professionals who have experience working in a school to serve as substitute teachers on a per diem basis, as needed. Up-to-date state and federal clearances required. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@newtownfriends.org.