Director of City Curriculum

Friends Select School • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Friends Select School is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven Director of City Curriculum to develop and advance the school's vision for using Philadelphia as an extension of the classroom. The Director works closely with faculty, administrators, and community partners to create meaningful, experiential learning opportunities reflecting the school's Quaker mission and commitment to equity and inclusion.

The role assesses and advances city-based learning across divisions, develops curricula with teachers, establishes community partnerships, communicates the impact of the work, and manages related initiatives, projects, and budgets. The Director provides regular updates to the Head of School and serves on the Academic Directors team and Administrative Council.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in education, curriculum development, experiential learning, community engagement, or a related field.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and project management skills.
• Experience developing community partnerships and managing multiple projects and budgets.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and anti-racist educational practices.
• Appreciation for Quaker education and experiential learning.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Philadelphia’s educational, cultural, and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing city-based learning activities and partnerships to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty, Division Directors, the Director of Equity and Inclusion, and Quakerism coordinators to develop an integrated approach to city-based learning across divisions.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local institutions, organizations, businesses, and community members to create mutually beneficial learning opportunities.
• Partner with teachers to develop and document curricula that incorporate Philadelphia into classroom learning.
• Communicate the impact of city-based learning through presentations, writing, social media, and community engagement.
• Manage major initiatives, projects, and budgets related to city curriculum.
• Provide regular updates to the Head of School.
• Serve on the Academic Directors team and Administrative Council.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director