A premier independent preschool to eighth grade school in Buffalo, NY.
Elmwood Franklin School
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Careers at Elmwood Franklin

Our outstanding faculty and staff are the heart and soul of an Elmwood Franklin School education. EFS seeks to attract and maintain a faculty and staff who are proficient and enthusiastic about their expertise, committed to a high standard of excellence, and sensitive to and supportive of the needs of children. We expect our faculty and staff to commit to Elmwood Franklin’s mission and academic philosophy and to serve as respectable role models for our students.

​Elmwood Franklin School is an inclusive community that values diversity and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to building a culturally proficient faculty and staff. Elmwood Franklin does not discriminate on any basis, including race, national origin, gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or religion.

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Administrative Staff Positions

Head of Lower School (Full Time, Starting July 1, 2023)
Elmwood Franklin School seeks a Head of Lower School who embodies the institution's mission and values and will contribute to its overall leadership by supporting a committed and experienced faculty while working closely with all school community members.

Download the Job Summary.

How to Apply:
To apply, please provide the following by March 1. 
Cover letter addressed to Dr. Ryan Kimmet, Head of School 
  1. Statement of Educational Philosophy 
  2. Resume 
  3. List of four references with contact information
Email the above to:  careers@elmwoodfranklin.org


Teaching Staff Positions

Substitute Teacher
Elmwood Franklin School is looking for teachers interested in being added to our Substitute Call List for our 3-year-olds program through eighth grade. Bachelor's degree required, NYS certification preferred, $100/day. Complete the online application and forms AND email a cover letter and resume to careers@elmwoodfranklin.org.

Elmwood Franklin School
Mission

Elmwood Franklin School prepares children to lead a thriving life.

At a Glance
Grades: three-year-old program to eighth grade (11 grades)
Enrollment: 345
Average Class Sizes
​Prep: 9–14
Lower & Upper School: 14–18
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Number of Faculty: 42
Average Tenure at EFS:
13 years
Founded: 1895

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​Elmwood Franklin School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools.