program assistant

assistant coach

substitute teacher

retail sales associate

classroom aide

Sidwell Friends School

A few brief bullet points, rather than an essay:

- SFS has an issue where they retain problem employees for far too long a period either because they are fearful of litigation or they are a member of a protected class (or, depending on the case, both.)
- SFS has a reasonably strong benefits, but pay is not enough to live comfortably in the area surrounding the school.
- No meaningful tuition assistance for faculty
- Dismissive of all but the highest levels of staff/faculty with the attitude that lower level or middle level employees aren't important enough to the community to support.  BUT, if you show an aptitude for a particular type of work, they are happy to continually add to your initial job duties to the point of burn-out if they can assure the work gets doe while retaining entrenched problem employees (mentioned above) 
- Promises as to potential raises, advancement and title are not kept.
- No acknowledgement of going above and beyond in your duties, and little, therefore, incentive to do so.

On average, I would say employees reach a point of apathy and/or frustration after 4 years of employment.  The first year or two, there is still the illusion of a cooperative, supportive workplace.  After that, you begin to clearly see the deep issues that will ultimate prevent the institution from realizing it's fuller potential.

Trusted to coordinate the transportation for Montgomery County Public School and DCPS students to various locations for community service.
Ensure the safety transportation and implementation of community service for students through pre and post community service planning and collaboration. 
Review reflections, documentations and attendance daily for reporting and evaluation.
Communicate with students, families, and community service sites for strategic activity planning.
Maintain safety of students through tracking of allergies, health conditions and nutritional restrictions.

Coworkers are incredibly talented and the students are amazing to work with.  The pandemic has made teacher burnout more prevalent everywhere, not just at Sidwell, but it is definitely an issue here.  Pre-pandemic everything was more flexible but the school has become much more risk-averse and I am not sure it is going to return to pre-pandemic norms anytime soon.

This job gave me tools & structure I wanted to advance in life. 

I learned while I earned, I worked hard met faculty & seen & secured events on campus! 

Seen what I have never seen before, it was a well organized & strictly desired none hostile work environment.

It was a place of work, education & Adventure! 

It was fun exciting & a safe place for all!

If ever asked to return I’d most definitely return. 

This job became a family staffed environment with fun, friendly, enjoyable place of work. 

Never had a dull moment I miss working here!

Working at a school, there is no such thing as a "typical day." The students, faculty and staff are really wonderful to work with. From the the very beginning I was struck by commitment this institution has to it's students.  The Quaker values are evident from the moment you walk on campus and you really feel valued as part of the community.

The most enjoyable part of the job is interacting with different children. The age ranged I worked with were 3-5 years old. However, Sidwell allows you to meet a number of kids in different age groups and all with different personalities. Working at Sidwell is the epitome of working hard and playing hard.

As HR Manager, in addition to normal HR functions, I brought modern systems to a prestige school.   A significant project was to design a better benefit program for teachers who have difficulty living in the DC area.  Staff was highly ethical and professional.  Students were curious and intelligent.  They understood their role in helping others.  Participated in Quacker meetings.

There are wonderful opportunities for professional development. At Sidwell, there are students who are driven and ambitious and colleagues who are respectful and helpful.

SFS is a Quaker School, whose Quaker principles make it a unique and rewarding place to work in education. The faculty is composed of highly educated and deep thinking teachers, and the students are highly motivated and privileged - leaders dedicated to changing the world.

Providing exceptional customer service, interacting with students and faculty. Observing and reporting any suspicious persons and or activities. Special dignitaries details are assigned during events; such as : Graduation, parties, PTA meetings and sports events

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Program assistant 8 salaries reported	$21.44 per hour
Assistant coach 3 salaries reported	$20.50 per hour
Substitute teacher 1 salary reported	$113 per day
Retail sales associate 5 salaries reported	$20.04 per hour
Classroom aide 3 salaries reported	$21.00 per hour

Working at Sidwell Friends School: Company Overview and Reviews

Sidwell Friends School

Sidwell Friends School Ratings

Popular jobs at Sidwell Friends School

Salary Satisfaction

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected