2026 - 2027 Middle School English Teacher

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Sandy Spring, MD, US Salary Range: $51,600.00 To $90,300.00 Annually Founded in 1961, Sandy Spring Friends School is a progressive, coed, academically‑rigorous day and boarding school serving students from age three through 12th grade. The campus is located on 140 acres in the historic Sandy Spring area of Montgomery County, Maryland, and the School is approved by the Maryland State Board of Education and accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools. Our school’s culture, rooted in the idea that collaboration engenders achievement, can be traced to our Quaker heritage and abiding belief in the Quaker values of simplicity, equality, integrity, stewardship of the environment, and peaceful resolution of conflict. Responsibilities The Middle School seeks candidates for a full‑time English Teacher. Ideal candidates will be creative and collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills. Strong candidates will have a background in teaching Middle School English with a commitment to differentiated instruction and interdisciplinary partnership. The position will include 4 sections of Middle School English and an advisory. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required with three years of classroom teaching experience, including experience integrating technology within the English curriculum. We seek teachers who value the importance of diversity, embrace ongoing professional development, and are willing to develop new initiatives as needs arise. Knowledge of Quaker beliefs and practices is beneficial, but not required. Experience with differentiated instruction and working with neurodiverse students is a plus though not required. Benefits At SSFS, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and professional growth. Our benefits include: Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy. Disability & Life Insurance: Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, along with life insurance for peace of mind at no cost to employees. Retirement Savings: 403(B) plan with employer contributions to help you save for the future. Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off, including holidays and parental leave. Employee Assistance: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support. Tuition: Financial aid available to children of SSFS employees. Childcare Discounts: Discounted After Care and Summer Camp programs for employees’ children. Convenience Perks: Free parking, free lunch, and access to our library and gym facilities. Professional Development: Opportunities for growth through tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and ongoing professional development initiatives. Campus Amenities: Work in a beautiful, historic campus with walking paths. We are a smoke‑free, environmentally conscious community. Physical Requirements Daily desk work includes significant amounts of telephone and computer time as well as mobility around the entire campus. This includes frequent walking inside and outside, managing stairs as a part of daily routines. Commitment to Diversity Sandy Spring Friends School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or a person's status as a qualified candidate with a disability in administration of its educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring, and other school‑administered programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr