Join Our Team
- Lower School Music Teaching Associate
- Lower School Lead Teacher Candidate Pool
- Upper School Math Coach
- Upper School English Teacher
- Upper School Science Teacher
- Upper School Spanish Teacher
- Upper School Teacher Candidate Pool
- Teaching Fellows
- After-School Program Staff
Lower School Music Teaching Associate
Position: Lower School Music Teaching Associate
Status: Part-time; August 2020-June 2021 (.8 FTE)
Music is an important part of the fabric of SF Day culture. Lower School students develop an understanding and appreciation of music by learning sequential concepts through active, hands-on participation. Students study many styles, cultures, and periods in music history, and are also encouraged to improvise and create their own music. In Lower School, students explore movement, singing, and many instruments such as: small percussion, drumming, barred instruments, recorder, etc.
Lessons are inspired by the approaches of Kodály and Orff Schulwerk, and aligned with the nine National Standards for Music Education. Teachers and students also provide joyful musical experiences and performances that bring the school community together.
Position Overview
The role of Lower School Music Teaching Associate is a collaborative one. While the Lead Teacher shoulders the primary responsibility for a class, both teachers are expected to plan and teach together (when appropriate) to deliver whole and small-group instruction. After School small-group, 1:1 teaching opportunities are also a possibility.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 1-2 years of experience supervising children in a school setting
- Background and/or experience in music education (Orff, Kodály, or Dalcroze approaches preferred)
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders (students, parents, and colleagues) in a warm and empathetic manner
- Experience collaborating with a team of adults to reach a common goal
Primary Responsibilities
- Participates actively in planning, teaching, and assessing student growth in the K-4 music classes and ensembles
- Attends and contributes to team/faculty meetings
- Supervises students in recess, lunch, dismissal, etc.
- Supports report-writing
- Substitutes for the Lead Teacher in their absence
- Participates in school events such as field trips, performances, etc.
Our Team Is:
- Collaborative
- Flexible
- Responsible
- Reflective
- Curious about learning and teaching
About San Francisco Day School
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume.
No phone calls please.
Lower School Lead Teacher Candidate Pool
Position: Lower School (K-4) Lead Teacher Candidate Pool
Status: Full-time; 2020-21 School Year
We are seeking dynamic individuals who are interested in joining our Lower School (K-4) Lead Teacher Candidate Pool for the 2020-2021 school year.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree
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3+ years of elementary grade level (K-4) teaching experience
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An understanding of or background in: early childhood education, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive pedagogy
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Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, taking attendance digitally, Google Suite (docs, sheets, drive, etc)
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Ability to partner and collaborate with multiple stakeholders in an independent school (students, parents/guardians, colleagues) in a warm and empathetic manner
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
Primary Responsibilities
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Lead in planning, teaching, and assessing student growth across subject areas (Language arts, mathematics, social studies, etc) for one class (~22-24 students)
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Attend and contribute to team and faculty meetings
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Supervise students in: recess, lunch, dismissal, etc.
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Lead parent-teacher conferences and report-writing
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Participate in school events such as field trips and outdoor education overnight
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Mentor and collaborate with one Teaching Fellow
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Create a classroom that reflects and promotes the mission and values of SF Day
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Foster a love of learning in every student
Our Team Is:
- Collaborative
- Flexible
- Responsible
- Reflective
- Curious about learning and teaching
About San Francisco Day School
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Located in the heart of San Francisco in the Western Addition neighborhood
- Serving approximately 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+
persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume (link to come). No phone calls please.
Upper School Math Coach
Position: Upper School Math Coach
Status: Full-time; 2020-2021 School Year
We are seeking a dynamic individual to work with our upper school ("US") teaching teams and students in grades 5-8.
Are you...
- A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?
- A compassionate and collaborate educator and role model for students and adults?
- An enthusiastic community member eager to collaborate and build relationships?
Yes? Then read on!
Ideal candidates possess extensive knowledge of mathematical concepts, including high school math (geometry, algebra II, pre-calculus), familiarity with a wide variety of curricular programs, and experience supporting math projects in discrete math classes as well as in interdisciplinary math contexts.
We are seeking someone who enjoys thinking deeply about math, is passionate and committed to meeting the needs of students, including students that benefit from applying their mathematical thinking beyond the classroom. The ideal candidate is comfortable collaborating and able to navigate and support multiple teaching teams simultaneously. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including cultural competency skills.
The US Math Coach will collaborate and partner with math teachers to support planning, implementing, and assessing math teaching and learning. They will co-teach, co-plan, observe and provide feedback, reinforce or enrich teaching in small groups, and provide curricular recommendations in the development and implementation of a cohesive, consistent, and articulated math curriculum program that supports all learners. The US Math Coach will report directly to the US Head and work with the K-8 Instructional Coach, Dean of Faculty, and the K-4 Math Coach.
Qualifications
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Master's degree in mathematics, math education, or relevant field
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Minimum of 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience in an elementary/middle school setting
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Co-teaching and/or coaching experience preferred
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Experience in design-thinking, STEM, coding preferred
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Curriculum development and writing experience required; experience developing Understanding by Design or similar curriculum writing structure preferred
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Experience working with a wide range of students, teachers, and families with diverse backgrounds such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, learning abilities, class, language, and nationality
Competencies
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Strong knowledge of course subject matter and instructional methodologies; ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and computational skills
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Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team; work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Primary Responsibilities
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Collaborate with individual teachers and teaching teams, including co-planning, co-teaching, and thinking deeply about math and math instruction
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Coach math team members in the interpretation of data in order to inform instruction and improve learning
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Collaborate with the US Head to provide leadership and staff development for the math program
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Lead targeted small-group mathematics instruction, for deeper math instruction and enrichment purposes, when necessary
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Communicate with classroom teachers and parents regarding specific mathematics tools and resources that support best-practices in mathematical learning
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Provide professional development for staff on mathematics best practices
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Research, teach, model, and facilitate teachers’ use of best practices to address the needs of diverse learners including students ready for mathematical challenges
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Provide strategies and resources for supporting range of learners (Universal Design for Learning)
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Attend grade-level, departmental, division, and school-wide meetings
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Attend professional development conferences
About San Francisco Day School
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls please.
Upper School English Teacher
Position: Upper School English Teacher
Status: Full-time; 2020-2021 School Year
We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our upper school (grades 5-8) teaching team as an English teacher.
Are you...
- A compassionate educator and role model?
- A curious and creative educator excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?
- Willing to work with instructional coaches as part of a Professional Learning Community?
- An effective communicator and thoughtful listener?
- An engaged and inclusive community member eager to partner with families, students, and colleagues?
Yes? Then read on!
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or graduate degree in English literature or related field
- A minimum of 3-5 years teaching experience
- Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, taking attendance digitally, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite (docs, sheets, drive, etc.)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Candidates with humanities experience are also encouraged
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach writing and literature-based classes including a range of diverse genres including Shakespeare, poetry, memoirs, and creative writing
- Collaborate with teams to design and implement an interdisciplinary, thematic-based, experiential curriculum
- Lead an advisory group
- Participate in all aspects of faculty life, including outdoor education and service learning
- Participate in conversations and programs that promote diverse thinking, social justice, and community engagement
- Foster a love of learning and develop the writer in every student
About San Francisco Day School
We believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls, please.
Upper School Science Teacher
Position: Upper School Science Teacher
Status: Full-time; 2020-2021 School Year
We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our upper school (grades 5-8) teaching team as a science teacher. Ideal candidates possess extensive knowledge of science curriculum design including physical, environmental, life, and geological sciences, and experience working in cross-curricular contexts.
Are you...
- A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?
- A compassionate and collaborative educator and role model for students and adults?
- An enthusiastic community member eager to collaborate and build relationships across teams?
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a firm grasp of cultural competency skills?
Yes? Then read on!
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience and a strong curricular background
- Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, taking attendance digitally, Microsoft Office and Google Suite (docs, sheets, drive, etc)
- Experience with Universal Design for Learning framework a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach hands-on, project-based science curriculum for 5th and 7th-grade students
- Facilitate advisory for upper school (grades 5-8) students
- Collaborate with teams to design and implement an interdisciplinary, thematic-based, experiential curriculum
- Participate in all aspects of faculty life, including outdoor education and service-learning
- Foster a love of learning in every student
About San Francisco Day School
We believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls, please.
Upper School Spanish Teacher
Position: Upper School Spanish Teacher
Status: Full-time; 2020-2021 School Year
We are seeking a dynamic individual to work with our team and develop an engaging Spanish program for our upper school (grades 5-8) students.
Are you...
- A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?
- A compassionate and collaborative educator and role model for students and adults?
- An enthusiastic community member eager to collaborate and build relationships across teams?
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a firm grasp of cultural competency skills?
Yes? Then read on!
Qualifications
- Demonstrated fluency with Spanish language
- Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience with elementary school or middle school-aged students
- Willingness to help students develop language skills in both informal and formal settings
- Adept at collaborating to create cross-cultural connections within an existing curriculum
- Ability to reincorporate projects to reinforce language acquisition
- Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, taking attendance digitally, Microsoft Office and Google Suite (docs, sheets, drive, etc)
- Experience with Universal Design for Learning framework a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop Spanish curriculum for students in upper school (grades 5-8)
- Provide students with opportunities to learn the Spanish language and culture of Spanish-speaking countries by participating in interactions that prepare them for real-world language use and global citizenship
- Collaborate with grade-level teams and World Languages teachers to design and implement curriculum informed by Universal Design for Learning practices and techniques
- Collaborate with upper school faculty and students as an advisor
About San Francisco Day School
We believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls, please.
Upper School Teacher Candidate Pool
Position: Upper School (Grades 5-8) Teacher Candidate Pool
Status: Full-Time; 2020-2021 School Year
In preparation for the 2020-2021 school year, we are seeking dynamic educators interested in working in a collaborative, inquiry-based community.
Are you...
- A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?
- A curator of inquiry-based learning?
- Excited to learn, teach, and grow in a 1:1 iPad learning environment?
- Willing to work with instructional coaches as part of a Professional Learning Community?
- A thoughtful student advisor?
- An effective communicator and thoughtful listener?
- An engaged and inclusive community member eager to partner with families, students, and colleagues?
Yes? Then read on!
Primary Responsibilities
Among additional grade- or subject-specific roles, upper school faculty responsibilities include:
- Leading a student advisory
- Collaborating with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects
- Advancing SF Day’s initiatives in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Universal Design for Learning, service learning, and outdoor education
About San Francisco Day School
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Located in the heart of San Francisco in the Western Addition neighborhood
- Serving approximately 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls please.
Teaching Fellows
The Teaching Fellowship Program provides a unique and dynamic opportunity for aspiring teachers to develop and hone their skills under the mentorship of experienced master teachers. Teaching Fellows participate as a cohort in a professional learning community (PLC).
In this PLC, the goals are to enrich and deepen their craft of teaching and to delve deeper into specific learning and teaching approaches including: Universal Design for Learning, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work, and Responsive Classroom. As Teaching Fellows gain more expertise, skill, and understanding of their areas of interest, their responsibilities and experiences expand within the classroom and the school.
Teaching Fellow Position Overview
The role of a Teaching Fellow is a collaborative one. While the Lead Teacher shoulders the primary responsibilities for a class, both teachers are expected to plan together to deliver whole and small-group instruction across content areas.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1-2 years of experience supervising children
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders (students, parents, and colleagues) in a warm and empathetic manner
- Experience collaborating with a team of adults to reach a common goal
Primary Responsibilities
- Participate actively in planning, teaching, and assessing student growth
- Attend and contribute to team and faculty meetings
- Supervise students in: recess, lunch, Specials classes, dismissal, etc.
- Support parent-teacher conferences and report-writing
- Substitute for the Lead Teacher in their absence
- Participate in school events such as field trips and outdoor education overnight
About San Francisco Day School
We believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls please.
After-School Program Staff
Position: After-School Program Staff
Position status: Part-time (non-exempt)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:00-6:00 p.m.
Rate: $18.00-$20.00 Hourly
About the After-School Enrichment Program (AEP)
The San Francisco Day School After-School Enrichment Program serves 100+ students each day between the hours of 2:00-6:00 p.m. Our focus is to provide a safe space after school to allow children the freedom to create, to explore their world through play in an open-ended way, and learn to become good community members. Our primary goal is to be a service to our community and help students transition between their school day and home. We are responsible for supporting students in their homework, providing a regular healthy snack, and offering meaningful enrichment opportunities to help students continue to learn, develop, and grow during after-school hours.
Position Summary
The After-School Program Staff are vital to supporting the students at San Francisco Day School when school is not in session. This position involves: regular lesson planning, delivering lessons to groups of students, supervising safe play, helping resolve student conflicts, and keeping our students and community safe. This position is designed for someone with classroom or after-school experience that is passionate about youth development and willingness to grow and develop programming.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- Lesson planning experience
- Ability to work with children and parents in a warm, confident, empathetic manner
- Arrive on time to work
- Be able to lift 20 pounds
- Be able to stand outside for hours at a time
- Have experience working with children, preferably in a group setting
- Must be fingerprinted
- Obtain proof of TB test
- Have a flexible, positive, and can-do attitude
- Be willing to jump in wherever you are needed with enthusiasm
- Ability to work in a loud, lively, fast-paced environment
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment.
- Create and implement lessons for students daily.
- Monitor students in the AEP room, playground areas, and other areas of the school as assigned.
- Communicate regularly with supervisor.
- Ensure student behavior is consistent with the school day expectations of stewardship, responsibility for one’s actions, respect for all, and being a caring member of the community.
- Assist teachers with preventive discipline by explaining school rules to students and parents.
- Assist in resolving student conflicts after school using principles and practices of Restorative Justice.
- Communicate effectively with parents, families, and other SF Day after-school staff members.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
- Maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
- Use consistent language and care as school day educators.
- Set up and clean up classroom and play spaces.
- Facilitate homework assistance activities that build upon school day curriculum objectives.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
About San Francisco Day School
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection in their academic and creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here. Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Founded in 1981
- Serving 400 students; 44% Students of Color
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of time and resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Ready to Join SF Day?
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty, staff, and administrators who reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage People of Color and LGBTQ+ persons to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with a cover letter and current resume. No phone calls please.