Join Our Team
- HR Generalist
- Upper School Teacher
- Substitute Teacher (Virtual & On Campus)
- Lower School Music Teacher (Full Time)
HR Generalist
Position: HR Generalist
Status: Full-time exempt
Join our team at SF Day! We are seeking a talented individual to join our administrative team.
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
- Located in the heart of SF
Are you…
- An avid lover of all things HR?
- The kind of person that loves data and using different systems?
- A person that loves working with people?
- An effective communicator and thoughtful listener?
- An engaged and inclusive community member eager to partner with colleagues?
Yes? Then read on!
Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years' experience across a wide range of Human Resource responsibilities which would include recruiting, employee relations, HRIS management, payroll processing, compensation and benefits management.
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolutions skills.
- Strong proficiency with HRIS systems, experience with ADP preferred.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office suite, including Word and Excel.
- Highly organized with the ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
- Experience in primary education preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field required.
- A SHRM-CP and/or PHR certification desired.
Responsibilities
The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting the staff and faculty of San Francisco Day School. Primarily responsible for the day-to-day HR and benefit management functions of the school, the HR Generalist will be responsible for the following areas:
Compensation and benefits
- In conjunction with senior Generalists, shepherd the annual employment agreement process ensuring agreements are updated and delivered to the appropriate staff and faculty; tracking final approval and signatures for each new contract year.
- Manage annual benefits open enrollment process and new hire enrollments and terminations.
- Manage relationship with insurance broker.
- Work closely with TIAA on 403(b) plan management, including but not limited to participating in the school’s retirement plan committee and managing the annual audit of the plan.
- Manage quarterly reporting and submissions of the SFHCSO.
- Manage annual workers compensation audit.
- Work closely with employees that need to navigate leaves of absence, including help with understanding disability and other state and local benefits.
Backup Payroll Processing
- Process (or oversight of) semi-monthly and bi-weekly payrolls.
- Reconcile of monthly time and attendance and time off accruals.
- Process of 403B payroll contributions with TIAA in a timely manner.
- Process (or oversight of) monthly payroll deductions including commuter transit, Fit camp and Lunch meal plans.
Talent Acquisition
- Work with managers on hiring plans, job descriptions and salary requirements, and assist in posting job advertisements and reviewing resumes in the applicant tracking system.
- Onboard new hires with appropriate documentation and conduct new hire trainings.
Employee Relations
- Mentor managers and senior Generalists on navigating employee relations issues and conflicts and provide training opportunities to management staff. Assist managers in creating clear documentation, guidance and follow through, especially when performance management plans are required.
- Respond to all employee complaints in a timely manner, in compliance with California and US employment law and SF Day policies
- Work closely with insurance broker and legal counsel as needed regarding assisting employees on leave of absence requests, disability insurance payments and notifications.
- Oversee the publication and maintenance of the Employee policy handbook.
- Able to stay up to date on best practices in HR and employment practices.
HRIS/Employee information management
- Responsible for overseeing the effective use of the ADP system.
- Responsible for reporting and providing necessary information for annual budgeting, benefits and financial audits.
Performance Management
- Working closely with the Head of School, CFO and other senior Generalists to develop and implement an annual employee performance review process, including training managers and staff on best practices in the process, recommending changes to evaluation process in conjunction with the Head of School.
- Assist managers with employee performance management and terminations.
- Assist senior Generalists with professional development tracking and documentation.
Other projects as assigned by the CFO
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+ applicants to apply. SF Day offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
To Apply
Please apply online with your resume, salary expectations, and a thoughtful cover letter explaining why your experience is appropriate for this position.
Upper School Teacher
Position: Upper School Teacher (Grades 5-8)
Status: Full-time; 2020-21 School Year
Are you...
- A compassionate educator and role model that understands and enjoys teaching young adolescents?
- A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in the classroom?
- Passionate about working with variable learners and developing curriculum informed by Universal Design for Learning?
- Excited to learn, teach, and grow in a hands-on, 1:1 iPad learning environment that embraces design thinking?
- 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 degree
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience and a strong curricular background
- Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
- Experience with Universal Design for Learning framework a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Teach an upper elementary class of approximately 22 students; cover subject areas including language arts, social studies, and mathematics
- 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
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Independent, co-educational school
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Founded in 1981
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Serving 415 students
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Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
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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. Download a pdf here.
Substitute Teacher (Virtual & On Campus)
Virtual & On-Campus Substitute Teacher
Full-time; 2020-2021 School Year
We are seeking a flexible, responsible, and dynamic individual to join our community and teaching team as a long-term substitute teacher.
Are you...
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A passionate and compassionate educator and role model?
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A responsible and creative educator ready to support in various grades and subject areas?
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An effective communicator and thoughtful listener, both online and in-person?
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An inclusive community member who sees and appreciates the diverse fabric of our city and community?
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree
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1-2 years of experience supervising and/or teaching children
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Technical proficiency with demonstrated experience with Zoom, Google Docs, and Google Classroom
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Ability to work with multiple stakeholders (students and colleagues) in a warm and empathetic manner
Primary Responsibilities
The long-term substitute teacher will be asked to support all grades (K-8) and all subjects. Their schedule will be consistent but the classes they will support will depend on staffing needs of the day. Current availability will be needed to support online distance learning, with future availability to transition to an on-campus role when students and faculty return to campus.
You will need to be:
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Responsible for previewing the lesson (we will provide lesson plans) so you are as prepared as possible to teach
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Flexible and adaptable when plans (and tech) change
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Responsive, communicative, and able to provide support
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
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Independent, co-educational school
-
Founded in 1981
-
Serving 415 students
-
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. Download a pdf here.
Lower School Music Teacher (Full Time)
Are you...
- A passionate and compassionate educator and role model?
- A responsible and creative educator ready to teach Music to our youngest learners?
- An effective communicator and thoughtful listener?
- An inclusive community member who sees and appreciates the diverse fabric of our city and community?
Yes? Then read on!
SF Day Fast Facts
- Independent, co-educational school
- Located in the heart of SF in the Western Addition neighborhood
- SF Day devotes a significant amount of resources to seek and support ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
Music Program Overview:
Music is an important part of the fabric of SF Day school 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Teaching experience in music with elementary-school-aged students.
- Experience with Google Suite (Google Calendar, Google Docs, uploading and downloading digital files)
- Solid experience with online platforms - Zoom
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach music to Kindergarteners to 4th Graders in person (and online as needed)
- Attends and contributes to team and faculty meetings
- Support colleagues with supervision duties (recess, lunch, etc)
- Plan and coordinate virtual and in-person music performances with Upper School colleagues
Our Team Is:
- Collaborative
- Flexible
- Responsible
- Reflective
- Curious about Learning & Teaching
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.
Please apply online with your resume and a thoughtful cover letter explaining why your experience is appropriate for this position:
Please, no phone calls