Tandem Friends School Employment

About Tandem Friends School

Tandem Friends School offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum in an environment built on Quaker values. We are a coeducational day school serving students in grades 5 through 12. Our students receive an education in which intellectual, ethical, artistic, and athletic ideals are pursued. We foster capable students who: value a spiritual, egalitarian, kind, and creative community; thrive on independent, imaginative thought; are fully engaged in learning; and, seek the best from themselves and their community.

Academics

Learning is a cooperative venture at Tandem Friends; the intellectual curiosity of students is paired with an academically distinguished faculty. Our strong college preparatory curriculum meets or exceeds admission requirements of all major institutions of higher learning. But there is a difference. Learning at Tandem Friends is a dynamic process of questioning and dialogue. Teachers invite a sense of authorship in their students. Classroom discussions encourage active thinking, listening, and articulation. Teachers constantly challenge students to realize their intellectual potential.

Arts at Tandem Friends

Tandem Friends has a long tradition of commitment to and accomplishment in the arts. All students are encouraged to develop and explore their unique potential in all aspects of the creative arts. In the Middle School, fifth through eighth graders take classes in visual arts, drama and music. In the Upper School, electives abound in all areas of the arts, with Upper School drama productions rehearsing after school.

Student Life

Every school offers academic classes, dedicated teachers, classrooms and computers, sports fields, gyms and locker rooms. Tandem Friends is no different. What sets us apart is the amazing sense of community that exists between faculty and students, faculty and parents, faculty coworkers, and the school and our local community. You can feel it the minute you set foot on campus - a sense of caring kindness and connections to one another.

Support Tandem Friends

Since 1970, Tandem Friends School has educated the young people of the Charlottesville area to truly "let their lives speak." And, just as we teach our students to value mankind and all that each of us has to offer, we ask you to express your support for the teaching and learning that happens here daily through the generous gifts you give.

Current Openings

Current employment opportunities are listed below; coaching positions are listed on the right. Please send all inquiries and candidate materials to the email address designated for each position and specified in the description below. Here is a link to the Employment Application that must be completed by all job applicants. No phone calls please.

Teaching Positions

Upper School Positions

Upper School Math Teacher

Tandem Friends School, a co-ed, Quaker, 5th-12th grade independent day school in Charlottesville, Virginia, seeks an experienced Upper School Math Teacher to begin in August, 2023.

As a community of just under 300 students, faculty and staff, close interpersonal connections are a defining feature of life at Tandem Friends School. TFS also strives to place student voice and agency at the center of the classroom experience. Tandem Friends seeks teachers from all backgrounds who bring diverse skills and knowledge, a willingness to learn new things, and an appreciation for collaboration with students. At TFS, all teachers are active community members who share in the general support and care of the school community, serve as student advisors, chaperone overnight trips, and participate in a wide range of community activities.

The ideal candidate will possess:

at least a Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in mathematics, computer science or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred, but not required
the ability to teach a range of high school math courses from Geometry to Calculus (preferred)
the ability to teach students of a wide range of age and ability levels and be able to differentiate instruction accordingly
a pedagogical approach that incorporates equitable and inclusive strategies and curricula
a knowledge of and comfort with online tools and pedagogies
enthusiasm for Quaker values, including principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Belonging
a self-awareness in regard to one’s own strengths and areas for growth; an approach to others characterized by empathy and generosity of spirit
an eagerness to partner with a dynamic and dedicated team of colleagues in the day-to-day activities of the school
and an ability and willingness to engage professionally with students, parents, colleagues and other members of the TFS community

Tandem Friends School aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community. The school seeks applications from candidates with a high degree of cultural competence who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported. People of color and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references to mathpositions@tandemfs.org.

Middle School Positions

None available at this time.

Administrative and Support Staff Positions

Director of Technology

Tandem Friends School, a co-ed, Quaker, 5th-12th grade independent day school in Charlottesville, Virginia seeks an organized, flexible and detail-oriented technology professional to provide technical support and guidance to our entire community.

This is a unique position for a hands-on person who enjoys being actively involved in the daily life of a school. The Director of Technology is a one-person department and on any given day may be working with an outside vendor on technology infrastructure, repairing a Chromebook for a middle school student, fixing a printing problem for a faculty member, setting up report cards in the LMS or investigating new academic software for use in the classroom. The ideal candidate will possess an established skill set of tech support skills, a welcoming presence, and will work well with a wide range of constituents: students, teachers, staff, administrators, and parents. This is a full-time position and reports to the Director of Finance and Operations.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure that all tech hardware and software is procured/available, updated and running smoothly.
Manage technology budget, inventory and upkeep of all tech devices including employee devices and student Chromebooks.
Develop and manage a multi-year school technology plan including life cycle/replacement plan.
Set up and maintain user accounts and profiles, email groups, etc. in various platforms.
Create and communicate technology policies and protocols including acceptable use policies and security policies.
Train faculty, staff, students and parents on device use and policies.
Provide user support on:
1. Printers/Copiers
2. Projectors/audio-visual equipment in classrooms and for all-school meetings/events
3. Chromebooks, laptops and desktops
4. Wifi connectivity/internet access
5. Software including but not limited to Google Suite for Education, Blackbaud K-12 Software (LMS & SIS), Magnus Health, Raiser’s Edge, Ruvna, Quickbooks, Microsoft Office and others
6. VoIP phone system
7. Other technical support as needs arise
Coordinate with technology vendors that manage our network, etc.
Collaborate with the Division Directors, teachers and librarian regarding the maintenance of school subscriptions and accounts.
Work with Division Directors and teachers as a partner in their technological goals and as a coordinator of purposeful professional growth in technology.
Collaborate with the leadership team on the changing roles and requirements in educational technology to meet emerging needs and goals.
Assist the Advancement department in website management and Google analytics.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, including direct interaction with students and staff, committee meetings, etc.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent education and experience)
A history of professional growth and learning
Technology support and troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of Google Suite for Education, Active Directory and Windows Server administration
Experience with current network and enterprise technologies
Extensive SIS and LMS management experience
Experience in K-12 school preferred

Tandem Friends seeks staff members who bring a range of skills and knowledge, a willingness to learn new things and an appreciation for collaboration with students and colleagues. Our school community is based on Friends School values and seeks candidates with a background in and commitment to DEIJ principles. At TFS, all staff members are active community members who share in the general support and care of the school community and participate in a wide range of community activities.

Tandem Friends School aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community. The school welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported. People of color and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references to technologypositions@tandemfs.org.

For general inquiries only, please email: HR@tandemfs.org. No phone calls please.

Coaching Positions

For inquiries regarding coaching positions, please contact our Athletic Director at coachingpositions@tandemfs.org with a resume and a description of your experience. Here is a link to the Employment Application that must be completed by all job applicants.

References, a background check, and a good driving record are required of all coaches, as well as First Aid/CPR/AED (can be attained after hire). No phone calls please.

No openings at this time.

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