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Friends Community School (FCS), founded in 1986, is a progressive, co-ed Quaker K-8 day school serving a diverse student body from the greater Washington, D.C. area. FCS’s LEED-certified building is situated on 17 acres surrounded by Greenbelt National Park, nine minutes from the University of Maryland, College Park, and thirty minutes from Washington, D.C.Educators at FCS nurture lifelong learners, courageous risk takers, and joyous peacemakers through the expression of our commitments to Quakerism, Progressive Education, equity, and inclusion. Our progressive pedagogical approach emphasizes depth over breadth, creativity and innovation over memorization, and hands-on collaborative projects over rote schoolwork. Our curriculum engages students in the exploration of values rooted in our Quaker Heritage – simplicity, peaceful conflict resolution, integrity, community, equality/equity, and stewardship – from a range of perspectives.
We believe that each and every employee contributes directly to FCS’s growth and success. Thank you for your interest in working at our school.
Living and Working in the Washington, DC Area
The city of College Park, Maryland, offers a unique blend of historic charm, academic energy, and cultural vibrancy. Located just outside of Washington, D.C., College Park is home to the University of Maryland, a major hub for innovation, research, and education. This proximity to the university enriches the local community with access to world-class resources, events, and partnerships. College Park features a diverse and engaged population, a growing number of restaurants and shops, and abundant outdoor spaces, including trails, parks, and recreational areas. With easy access to public transportation, College Park provides an ideal mix of suburban comfort and urban convenience, making it a dynamic and appealing place to live and work. From College Park, it's easy to take advantage of Washington, D.C., which boasts a vibrant cultural landscape enriched by its diverse communities. D.C. is home to a world-class collection of museums that offer free access to art, history, science, and culture from around the globe, as well as a thriving arts and restaurant scene reflecting the city's international flair.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FCS is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. The school will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities or pregnancy-related conditions, in accordance with applicable law.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all aspects of the school’s employment practices and policies, including recruiting, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, discipline, discharge, benefits, and training.
Employee Benefits
FCS has a wide range of benefits, including:
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Remission
- Paid Holidays
- Sick-and-Safe/Personal Leave
- Vacation Leave
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