Employment

Media Providence Friends School is seeking an experienced teacher for our preschool 2 class to begin September, 2022. We seek teachers who are skilled communicators with students, families, colleagues, and community partners. Excited to work with children and adolescents, our teachers are knowledgeable about developmental needs. 

This is a 10 month position beginning September 1, 2021 which reports directly to the assistant head and head of school.

 Strong candidates will have:  

• A genuine understanding of child development and respectful behavior management and a rich repertoire of teaching strategies to address a variety of learning styles and needs  
• Strong communication skills   
• A commitment to continuous professional learning, including understanding and application of current research  
• The ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor  
• The ability to “Teach to the Whole Child” including enthusiasm for project-based learning, field trip planning, service integration, and extra-curricular availability 
• The knowledge of Use assessment and evaluation tools to guide instructional decisions; maintain accurate, up-to-date records and communicate results in a timely manner with regard to student progress and performance

Position Requirements:
Teachers should have the appropriate education and experience for their desired teaching position. College and Graduate work are looked on favorably when combined with a demonstrated motivation and joy for teaching children. Experience teaching and leading in schools, youth organizations, and co-curricular spaces is preferred. 

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. 

Applications must be received by:  Feb 1, 2022. Applicants should supply the following materials all in one pdf document: Cover letter, Educational Philosophy, a resume, and the contact information of three references. Please send application materials to: jhall@mpfs.org with the subject line: Early Childhood Teacher

MPFS does not discriminate based on (and in fact is very welcoming of people of all) race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information.

MPFS affirms its commitment to provide a welcoming and respectful work and educational environment, in which all individuals within the school community may benefit from each other’s experiences and foster mutual respect and appreciation of divergent views. MPFS will not be tolerant of conduct which violates rights guaranteed by the law, or school policy against discrimination or harassment.

Part-time position, beginning now – June 2022. To begin again September 2022.

Afterschool Program Assistant –Monday through Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Job Goal:

The afterschool program staff will assist the Afterschool Program Director with the creation, development and implementation of a quality program that provides a safe, nurturing environment for students. Afterschool Program staff will provide students with socially, emotionally, academically and physically appropriate activities. The Afterschool Program  staff will maintain this environment by successfully implementing the daily program activities. Daily expectations include but are not limited to preparing and supervising snacks and outdoor play, maintaining a clean environment, assisting students with day-to-day needs, leading group activities, leading students in games or table activities, maintaining accurate attendance records, and interacting with parents in a professional manner.

Qualifications:

• One or more years of college preferred
• Motivated, energetic, mature leader
• Enjoys working with children
• Prior experience working with students as young as 3 years of age through to eighth grade
• Good communication skills
• Possess or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
• You must pass a PA State background clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Work as a team with all Afterschool Program  staff
• Nurture, by example, respect for the individuality of each student
• Supervise students at all times as they transition from one activity to another to insure all students are accounted for and safe at all times
• Prepare healthy snacks and maintain a clean snack area
• Providing homework help
• Efficiently redirect inappropriate behaviors, and guide proper student behavior
• Maintain an indoor and outdoor environment that is clean and safe
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Extended Day Programs

Send your resume and letter of interest to -- Syreeta Bacon, Afterschool Program Director: sbacon@mpfs.org with the subject line : Afternoon Assistant

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Media-Providence Friends School is an equal opportunity employer. MPFS is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an environment which prohibits discriminatory behavior and provides equal opportunity for all persons.

MPFS does not discriminate based on (and in fact is very welcoming of people of all) race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information.

MPFS affirms its commitment to provide a welcoming and respectful work and educational environment, in which all individuals within the school community may benefit from each other’s experiences and foster mutual respect and appreciation of divergent views. MPFS will not be tolerant of conduct which violates rights guaranteed by the law, or school policy against discrimination or harassment.

Substitute Teachers
Start Date 09/01/2020.
Looking for all grades (preschool - grade 8). 
Interested candidates should send their resume to Jon Hall at jhall@mpfs.org.