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SF Day Vision

We believe that when intellect and imagination are intertwined, our 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 Values

• Experiences that bridge intellect and imagination
• Mindsets that encourage and empower growth
• Community relationships that inspire and connect
• Diversity that is broad, evolving, and enriches everyone
• Responsibility to ourselves, each other, and society

Position Summary

The Admission Office Coordinator is exceptionally organized with a great attention to the details that support all aspects of the San Francisco Day School admissions process. The ideal candidate is able to represent the school with a dedication to support the admission goals by elevating the mission and values of SF Day. This role takes primary responsibility for the coordination of maintaining a well-organized database processes, event planning (in person and virtual), scheduling all meetings for prospective students and parent/guardian interviews. The Admission Office Coordinator, supervised by the Director of Admission, is both enthusiastic and committed to high standards of collaboration to assist, represent, and promote a warm, welcoming, and inclusive admission process for every prospective family from inquiry to enrollment.

Essential Responsibilities

Admissions/Outreach

• Understand and represent with pride and confidence the SF Day Mission, Vision & Values
• Building and maintaining relationships with organizations and preschools over time to continue improving our diversity goals, tracking communication and reporting progress monthly or as needed
• Help with training orientations for the key story tellers of the school; the Admission Co-chairs along with parent/guardian, faculty/staff, and student ambassadors
• Organize and coordinate all admission events, online and in person, including but not limited to webinars, open houses, school tours, student visits, and outreach events, etc.
• Design a comprehensive tour route, effectively support the experience of the faculty/staff and parent/guardian participation in admission events by creating guidelines and schedules, arrange for catering, and childcare needs when necessary.
• Develop and maintain a supportive relationship with faculty/staff, parent/guardian Admission Co-chairs, and Division Heads
• Attend, with professionalism, to incoming phone calls and emails within 24 hours, addressing all aspects of the admission process
• Oversee day-to-day running of Admission office (order supplies, optimize an organized shared office space, and maintain an efficient archiving system for confidential admission records, ensure applicant database is kept current)
• Organize and track all incoming online (and paper) applications for admission, following up with families if pieces are missing
• Support with welcoming events for newly enrolled students & families
• Preview and confirm all applications for grades K-8 are complete for Committee review and identify the completed files for further consideration and interview process
• Schedule Parent/Guardian Meetings for K-8 families and Student Visits for grades 1st through 8th in collaboration with grade-level teachers and the Lower School and Upper School Heads

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Impeccable professionalism, ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Superb organizational skills with high efficiency and accuracy; meeting deadlines with consistency
• Strong interpersonal skills, optimistic, positive, can-do attitude
• Cross cultural competency; the ability to work with respect and grace with people from a broad range of cultural and economic backgrounds

Skills & Personal Qualities

• A lifelong learner and comfortable with receiving feedback
• Detail oriented; someone who shows initiative and creativity
• Excellent communication skills, articulate; strong writing, verbal, and computer skills (proficiency in Word, Excel, Google, etc.)
• Always assumes good will and is compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated to treating others with respect; colleagues, students, and families
• Is enthusiastic and resourceful about planning/organizing events; online and in-person
• Ability to balance competing demands and skilled to improvise or pivot as the situation requires
• Experience working with database/s; some familiarity with Ravenna ADMIT and/or Ravenna ENROLL is a plus
• Interest in documenting the story of the school; photography and video editing skill is a plus
• Prior admission experience is a plus 

SF Day Fast Facts

• Independent, co-educational school

• Founded in 1981

• Serving 400 students

• Located in the heart of SF

Ready to Join SF Day?

SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty and staff 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. Please apply online via the button below.

 

 

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Position Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

The Advancement Associate is directly responsible for the comprehensive management of Blackbaud’s The Raiser's Edge and other school databases used for communications purposes (e.g. iContact, Finalsite, Omnialert, DirectorySpot).  This position is also responsible for prospect research, moves management, and capital campaign status. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and works closely with other Advancement Office staff, the Business Office and school staff to ensure consistent record-keeping and information management for a busy fundraising and communications office. The ideal candidate is exceptionally reliable, proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, demonstrates excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, and is committed to supporting the mission and goals of San Francisco Day School. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Comprehensive Management Donor & Other Communications Databases

• Manage the operation, maintenance, data integrity, and accuracy for The Raiser’s Edge (RE) constituent database management system. 

• Determine how best to manage and utilize data to meet the needs of the school’s Advancement and Communications office.  

• Maintain robust and comprehensive constituent records in RE that reflect our relationship-driven approach to fundraising, track meeting and event notes, and family news. Proactively monitor philanthropic news for information on donor giving priorities.

• Manage the creation of donor reports. Develop additional reports and lists that are responsive to the needs of the Advancement Office. Proactively manage the reports process and prioritize and accommodate requests for data and reports. 

• Manage updates to and accuracy of contact and constituent information across communications databases including iContact, Finalsite, Omnialert, DirectorySpot and others as needed. 

Capital Campaign Support & Prospect Research 

• Develop and maintain systems and procedures for effectively tracking pipeline of campaign donors, progress towards goal, and data analysis.

• Conduct prospect research and wealth screening, develop donor profiles. 

• Write quarterly donor stewardship reports for all campaign donors and grant-specific reports for donors to all funds. 

Gifts Processing and Acknowledgements 

• Process all gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and organizations received by SF Day and Breakthrough San Francisco, an academic enrichment and college-access program hosted by SF Day. 

• Generate gift acknowledgement letters, receipts, and pledge reminders in a timely manner. 

• Manage and coordinate monthly reconciliation and annual audit requests with the Business Office.  

• Manage requests for information from donors, volunteers, and staff.                                                                                                                    

Mail Coordination 

• Manage coding of appeals and solicitations through The Raiser’s Edge. 

• Draft, proofread and copy edit as needed. 

• Coordinate production and mailing logistics of solicitations and stewardship mailings.

General Office Management 

• Serve as the first point of contact for the Advancement Office, greet visitors and direct donor inquiries both face-to-face and by phone.

• Develop good rapport with parents, faculty and staff, alumni, and all others connected to the school.

• Attend and help with events as assigned. 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Advancement.

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

• Requires a minimum of 3 years of related professional experience. 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Extensive database experience and proficiency with Blackbaud’s The Raiser’s Edge is required.  Experience with Financial Edge is a plus. 

• Extensive experience and facility with Google Suite is required.

• Time-management skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, creative problem-solving skills, and strong organizational and project management skills.

• Perform all functions with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality. 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 

• Listen attentively and work effectively with others to support organizational goals.

• Develop good rapport with parents, faculty and staff, alumni, and all others connected to the school -- embrace and support the school community.

• Demonstrate a positive and productive attitude.

• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends occasionally.

 

About the 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

• Located in the heart of SF

 

Ready to Join SF Day?

SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty and staff 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. Please apply online:

 

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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.

Position Summary 

The After School Program Leader position is vital to supporting students on site at San Francisco Day School.  This involves: regular lesson planning, delivering lessons to groups of students, supervising safe play, helping resolve student conflicts all while keeping our students and community safe.  

Qualifications

• Has experience leading youth programs 
• Proficient technology skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Lesson Planning Experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of students in an after school program setting
• Regular daily lesson planning 
• Collaborate with teams to help design and implement an interdisciplinary, thematic-based, experiential curriculum.  
• Participate in all aspects of program throughout the day
• Foster a love of learning in every student
• Prepare and clean up spaces daily
• Maintain the safety of each student, supporting our health and safety guidelines while on or off campus. 

 This is a part-time position, M-F 2:00-6:00pm. Rate of pay is $18-20 per hour 

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Full-time: 2021-22 School Year 

Join our team at SF Day! We are seeking a talented individual to work with our lower school students and teaching teams.

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...

• A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?

• A compassionate and passionate educator and role model for students and adults?

• An enthusiastic community member eager to collaborate and build relationships?

As a LS Learning Specialist, you will:

• Be part of a team of Learning Specialists that are passionate about providing all students with the resources and strategies to know themselves as learners and to advocate for their learning 

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to identify and help implement effective teaching and learning strategies within the classroom to support all students, with specific focus on employing the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework and strategies

• Directly support Lower School students (K-4) in a variety of environments including: 1:1, small-group, in/out of the homeroom classroom

• Partner with teachers, administrators, parents and/or external professionals regarding assessing and identifying students in need, subsequent referrals, observations, drafting/expanding upon individualized, time bound student learning plans

• Check in regularly with teachers and families to monitor how effectively accommodations/interventions are being implemented and provide new strategies

• Serve as the point person for faculty in working with students who have identified learning needs:

  • Participate in regular meetings with all internal and external stakeholder groups to for students who have documented learning needs on file to support their continued progress

  • Assist classroom teachers in selecting, locating, and securing instructional materials and tools that support the needs of individual students

  • Coordinate the use of external tutors, learning specialists, educational therapists, and other resources (as needed)

The LS Learning Specialist will report directly to the LS Head and also receive supervisory support from the K-8 Instructional Coach and the Dean of Faculty. 

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SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty and staff 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. Please apply via the button below. 

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Position: Upper  School Spanish 

Position Status/Time: 80% time (2021-22 school year)

Join our team at SF Day! We are seeking a talented individual to join our teaching 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…

• A compassionate educator and role model?

• A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect and imagination in your classroom?

• Adept at designing curriculum around 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?

• 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 in Spanish or related field, Master’s preferred

• 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

Responsibilities

Ideal candidates possess extensive knowledge of designing and leading Spanish curriculum design that includes experience working in cross-curricular contexts and are comfortable collaborating with colleagues across teams. The ideal candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including cultural competency skills and social justice. 

Additional responsibilities:

• Teach hands-on, project-based social studies curriculum for middle school students to facilitate listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish

• Facilitate advisory for middle-school 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

• Must be able to work in-person with students  

Ready to Join SF Day?

SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty and staff 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. Please apply via the button below. 

 

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