Sidwell Friends is a school that is committed to the joys of exploration and discovery. We are eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups for all of our employment vacancies. In addition, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits program as well as opportunities for professional development. 

Interested candidates should complete the online employment application and upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references through the online system. All materials should be addressed to the Human Resources Department.

Human Resources Department
Sidwell Friends School
3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016

Questions about any of our employment vacancies should be directed by email to: HR@sidwell.edu

Sidwell Friends School requires appropriate documentation from employees verifying identity and authorizing their ability to legally work in the United States. Sidwell Friends does not sponsor individuals for immigration purposes.

A background screening will be required once a conditional offer of employment is made. The background screening includes verification of academic credentials, a criminal background check, social security number trace, National Sex Offender Registry, and completion of fingerprinting, which includes an FBI background check.

Sidwell Friends School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy), personal appearance, genetic information, economic background, political affiliation, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Sidwell Friends School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the School operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Sidwell Friends School expressly prohibits any unlawful form of employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy), personal appearance, genetic information, economic background, political affiliation, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Improper interference with the ability of Sidwell Friends School employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.