Middle School Educator

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

We are looking to hire an experienced Middle School teacher to lead small group instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, Critical Thinking & World Studies, or Observation (Art/Science). The specific content areas will be based on the candidate's prior experience and interest. Depending on the candidate, the role could also involve designing and running research projects with students, teaching social-emotional and learning skills, and advising students one-on-one or in small groups. This teaching role will work with students in small groups (~12-15 students). Red Bridge does not group students by grade level, but byAutonomy Level. Each Autonomy Level spans about three years of age difference. For academics, students are grouped based on skill level in the subject area rather than theirAutonomy Level. The Middle School Teacher position would work with students in skill-based groups. The Middle School teacher will be responsible for designing curriculum, planning instruction, collaborating with the Red Bridge teaching team, observing and taking notes on students, regular assessment of student achievement and progress, and coordinating with teachers and parents as necessary to discuss student progress. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School. Applicants for this role should have deep experience in content area instruction at a Middle School level, a passion for one or more of the subject areas above, and enthusiasm for the special developmental stage of Middle School.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Operations & Enrichment Manager

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

The Operations & Enrichment Manager is a role for a highly organized individual with excellent attention to detail. This role will be responsible for facilitating systems, routines, and communication that ensure smooth school operations, including those related to the management of partnerships with external enrichment providers. Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): maintaining smooth transition systems to ensure safe and timely movement of students throughout the school building and day, managing building contractors such as janitorial and maintenance services, ordering and inventorying materials, coordinating substitute schedules as necessary, vetting and onboarding new enrichment providers to the school's systems, ensuring enrichment staff have necessary instructional materials, recording invoices and payments, and more. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Associate Teacher: Autonomy Level 2 (2nd/3rd Grade)

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

The Associate Teacher position is a supporting role for the Autonomy Level 2 Learning Guide. Red Bridge does not group students by grade level but byAutonomy Level. Each Autonomy Level spans about two to three years of age difference. Autonomy Level 2 generally includes students between seven and nine years old. As an Associate Teacher, you will work closely with the AL2 Learning Guide and other Red Bridge teachers. Responsibilities include supervision of students, planning and leading small group instruction in content areas, individual tutoring, behavior support, and substitute teaching as required from time to time. Responsibilities also include parent communication, student record-keeping and assessment, observational note-taking, maintaining an orderly environment, and preparing materials for learning. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School and working in close collaboration with the AL2 Learning Guide. This position is ideally suited for someone early in their education career who is excited to learn from and with master teachers and to be part of an innovative school model.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Communications & Marketing Manager

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

The Communications & Marketing Manager will be responsible for creating content and contributing to strategy development for all external communications including those related to admissions, recruitment and enrollment, fundraising and grant applications, the current Red Bridge community, and the school’s social media. The Communications & Marketing manager will assist in the recruitment of students for Red Bridge’s Lower School and Middle School programs. General responsibilities include assembling the weekly newsletter for each Autonomy Level (including taking and selecting photographs), leading tours and online information sessions for prospective parents, attending school fairs, designing and executing an email marketing campaign for student recruitment, and applying for relevant grants. The Communications & Marketing Manager will be involved in creating strategic plans regarding social media, donor relations, and student recruitment. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Summer Opportunities (multiple roles!)

Aim High Summer Camps

Lead Teacher

Lead the distinctive Aim High classroom learning experience comprised of three core classes: STEAM, Humanities, and Issues & Choices (social emotional learning). Open to current educators, aspiring teachers, or those experienced in youth development work.

Instructional Coach

Lead and support the teaching teams with instructional coaching of core classes. Guide teacher professional development and support goal setting and training at sites.

Student Support Specialist

Provides social and emotional support for students and staff,
leading the vision and professional development of Aim High’s restorative justice, student intervention, and family needs. Recommended for those experienced in school counseling or social work.

Site Director:

Site Directors (SDs) oversee all aspects of an Aim High summer school campus to ensure high-quality implementation of the six-week academic enrichment and youth development program. This is a year-round position with full-time summer hours and minimal (5-10 hours a month) requirements Aug-May. With support from other Aim High staff, SDs are responsible for hiring, training, and overseeing summer faculty, typically 15 to 30 staff members, along with some student recruitment responsibilities and admissions decisions. Aim High sites have two Co-Directors working together as an effective leadership team. Individuals with a strong commitment to Aim High’s mission and values with experience teaching or serving in an administrative capacity in K-12 or other youth-serving organizations are encouraged to apply.

Website: Aimhigh.org and link to apply

Apply Now with your resume and cover letter: www.aimhigh.org/teach/

Physical Education Teacher/Healthy Habits Teacher (Full or Part Time)

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

Red Bridge is looking for a Physical Education teacher who is experienced in leading elementary and middle school-age children in physical activity, developing their coordination, strength, and collaboration skills. Red Bridge’s aim is to instill healthy habits in students through daily physical activity and inner wellness practices. The P.E. Teacher would be responsible for developing Red Bridge’s Healthy Habits curriculum, including a scope & sequence. The P.E. Teacher would also be responsible for carrying out instruction to groups of students across K-8. Other responsibilities would include supervision of students during Red Bridge’s Extended Day program and team sports coordination. This role is for someone who can bring the joy of movement and wellness to our students, and someone who is highly capable in their time management skills. This can be a part-time or full-time role. In the 2025-2026 school year, this role will involve working with students ages 5-12 in groups of 15-20 students.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Multiple roles!

Charles Armstrong School • Belmont

Charles Armstrong School is the premier school for children with dyslexia and related learning

differences in the San Francisco Bay Area and has a national reputation for excellence. Charles

Armstrong School is a non-profit, independent, coeducational day school of approximately 240

students in grades 2-8. Charles Armstrong School is an equal opportunity employer.

Open Roles:

• Lower School Homeroom Teacher

• Middle School Small Group Math Teacher

• Music Teacher

• Associate Teacher – Middle School

• Middle School Counselor

Direct resumes to: hiringcommittee@charlesarmstrong.org
In lieu of a cover letter, please complete the Employment Application: https://bit.ly/ApplyatArmstrong

Music Teacher (K-5) (part-time)

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

The Red Bridge Music Teacher is a part-time role. In the 2025-2026 school year, the Music Teacher will work with students spanning the ages of 5 - 10 years old, in groups of 15-20. The Music Teacher is expected to develop curriculum, plan lessons, and lead instruction in song, music theory, music history, and performance. Ideal candidates for this role should play multiple instruments and be familiar with a wide variety of music types to bring the joy of music and song to our students throughout the week. This is a part-time role. Days and hours to be determined.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Elementary Content Specialist

Red Bridge • San Francisco

Position Overview

We are looking to hire a few experienced elementary school teachers to lead small group instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, Critical Thinking & World Studies, or Observation (Art/Science). The particular content areas will be based on prior experience and interest. This teaching role will work with students in small groups (12-15 students) at one of a Kindergarten – 5th grade level. Red Bridge does not group students by grade level, but by Autonomy Level. Each Autonomy Level spans about three years of age difference. For academics, students are grouped based on skill level in the subject area rather than their Autonomy Level. The Elementary Teacher position would work with students in skill-based groups. The Elementary Teacher will be responsible for planning instruction, collaborating with the Red Bridge teaching team, observing and taking notes on students, regularly assessing student achievement and progress, and coordinating with teachers and parents as necessary to discuss student progress. This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of School. Applicants for this role should have deep experience in content area instruction at an elementary level and a passion for one or more of the subject areas above.

Steps to Apply

Please make sure you have read all of the materials on our website. Red Bridge is a new model of school, and it’s important that you are excited to be on an early-stage team where you will be creating brand new systems projects, documents, resources, etc. and that you are fully aligned with our mission. If you’re interested in applying e-mail jobs@redbridgesf.org with your resume and cover letter. Be sure to specify the name of the role you are applying for.

Start Date

Summer 2025 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

Head Teacher, Lower Founding Director for a Progressive Elementary Microschool on the Sonoma / Mendocino Coast School

Forager Elementary Microschool • Sonoma / Mendocino Coast

Seeking a Founding Director and Lead Teacher for a vibrant, progressive, elementary microschool on the California coast in the Sea Ranch / Gualala area. We are looking for candidates interested in designing an experiential and hands-on learning environment that prioritizes a love of learning, creative problem-solving, and social-emotional development. Located in a rural setting, the school will be well integrated with the outdoors and foster an appreciation and understanding of the natural environment. 

Please visit the website for more information: https://www.forager.school/careers

Associate Teacher Roles

Synapse School • Menlo Park

SYNAPSE SCHOOL POSITION OVERVIEW

Synapse School in Menlo Park, CA, an innovative TK-8 independent school located in the heart of Silicon Valley dedicated to rethinking and re-imagining education, seeks a LOWER SCHOOL ASSOCIATE TEACHER. Synapse educates a community of change makers by combining social-emotional learning, leading-edge academics, and the practice of innovation. We have an unwavering belief in the capacity of children, and our teachers work alongside our students to unlock their powers of curiosity, discovery, and creativity. Synapse’s program provides a deep and unique range of integrated academic, social, and creative experiences to help children use their hearts and hands to unleash their passion for learning. Synapse draws students from around the San Francisco Bay Area.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Synapse School seeks an aspiring education professional to join us as a Lower School Associate Teacher. Associate Teachers participate in aspects of instruction, planning, and daily school life. Associate Teachers also receive broad support for their personal and professional growth through weekly meetings, extensive professional development opportunities, and immersive classroom experiences.

We are looking for aspiring lower school teachers who love lower schoolers, are highly collaborative, love innovation and design, have a growth mindset, and want to be part of an exciting team of forward-thinking educators looking to do big things. Lower School Associates work with one age group per year, and then may rotate the next year. Synapse Lower School is TK - 4th grade.

Send application, resume, and cover letter to Joanne Walsh - hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Lead Teaching Positions (3 roles!)

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

Spanish Teacher

The purpose of the Spanish program at Peninsula School is to nurture student interest in Spanish language and culture in a progressive, independent school environment. The Spanish program provides developmentally appropriate learning experiences for PK-8th grade students to build self-understanding and self-esteem, promote cooperative and enthusiastic individual and group work, and to provide encouragement for cultural understanding.

Music Teacher

The Lower School (LS) Music Program promotes students’ sense of empowerment, joy and confidence and includes all interested children, irrespective of prior musical experience. The LS Music teacher has the responsibility to develop and provide a music curriculum appropriate to the interests and needs of the children in each class from our Preschool students up to our 3rd grade students. Our LS program allows for our students to join bands in a variety of genres when they reach our middle school program.

Assistant Teacher

The role of the Assistant Teacher is to enrich the children’s experience at Peninsula School. The primary responsibility of the classroom assistant at Peninsula School is to help support the Head Teacher to implement the class program. The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Head Teacher, and specific duties in each Preschool – 8th grade classroom may vary. The school views the Assistant Teacher’s contribution in the classroom as a critical component of the child’s experience. Our school program values are based in authentic interactions, community, equity, freedom & responsibility, meaningful academics and play.

Start date 8/1/2025

Accepting applications through 5/31/2025

Please fill out the application located on Join Our Team page of the website and send it to Ayesha Sumbal at hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Multiple Roles!

Caliber Public School • San Pablo & Vallejo

About Caliber Public Schools

Caliber’s Mission is to achieve educational equity by shifting the experiences, expectations and outcomes for students in historically underserved communities. Our strengths-based educational program validates, affirms, respects and supports students, families and staff members to reach their full potential. Caliber graduates will be academically college ready; have emotional intelligence or ‘EQ’; be critical thinkers, and have the skills and desire to be changemakers in their communities and the world..

Caliber’s four graduate pillars--Heart, Smart, Think, Act--guide our work. Caliber teaches computer science as a core academic subject K-8th grade to directly challenge the inequitable presence of women and underrepresented minorities in the computer science industry. We are a community-based organization and celebrate the diversity of the communities we serve. Our parents are active partners; frequently engaging through school events, restorative practices, and academic support. 

As we grow, we are looking for educators and leaders who want the opportunity to use their voice to build something new; to be a part of a team that's building something from the ground up. Our first school, Beta Academy in Richmond, CA, opened in 2014 and ChangeMakers Academy in Vallejo, CA opened in fall 2016. We plan to open additional schools in future years as we grow to nearly 4,000 seats TK-12 in the Bay Area.

Open roles:

Assistant Principal

Middle ELA

Middle Math

Middle Science

Start date: 7/30/2025

Accepting applicants through 6/20/2025

Apply directly to the website: http://caliberschools.org/careers

Lower School Teacher

The Saklan School • Moraga

The Saklan school is currently seeking a Lower Elementary teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates must be fluent in progressive educational theory and practices, be culturally competent, and have previous classroom teaching experience. We are seeking reliable, adaptable candidates with a nurturing and supportive approach to students.

Qualifications
Candidates must be fluent in progressive educational theory and practices, be culturally competent, and have previous classroom teaching/assisting experience. Candidates must have valid qualifications for working with preschool students, which include 12 core semester units (Child/Human Growth and Development, Child, Family and Community and Program/Curriculum). AA or BA preferred. Candidates must meet State Licensing requirements which include Live Scan Fingerprinting, current TB clearance, immunizations, health report, Adult and Child CPR and First Aid training. We are seeking candidates who are reliable, adaptable and have a nurturing and supportive tone with students.

Start date: 8/11/2025

Accepting applicants through 4/30/2025

Email cover letter and resume to: office@saklan.org

Associate Teachers - 5 roles!

Head Royce • Oakland

Head-Royce School has openings for Associate Teachers in our Lower School, starting August 2025

Responsibilities

Head-Royce School seeks Associate Teachers to support Lower School classroom teachers. We expect that Associate Teachers are either intending to pursue a career in teaching, and are interested in learning about classroom teaching practices and strategies or are looking to determine if a career in teaching is a good match for them. Associate Teachers are responsible for supporting the lead teachers’ curriculum, stated routines and general classroom culture protocols established by the lead teacher. The School seeks applicants who have a strong academic background, experience in multicultural education, an awareness of ecological literacy, an interest in project-based learning, an understanding of children and a genuine fondness for working with students.

Skills, Attitudes, and Mindsets

A desire to support lead teachers and assist specialist teachers, and to teach students collaboratively Ability to learn and apply classroom and school yard management strategies Demonstrated desire to support the whole child, including identified school values, social and emotional curriculum and stated systems and protocols.

Start date 8/1/2025

Applications will be accepted through 4/30/2025

Head of Elementary/Academic Dean

Trinity School • Menlo Park

Trinity School seeks a dynamic and visionary educational leader to serve as the Head of Elementary/Academic Dean (Kindergarten—grade 5). This key role provides leadership in developing and implementing a compelling and innovative curriculum, ensuring alignment with Trinity School's mission, belief statements, and strategic goals. The Head of Elementary/Academic Dean fosters a culture of academic excellence, inquiry-driven learning, and collaborative practice to provide exceptional, student-centered learning experiences.

Accepting applications through 2/28/2025

Start date: 7/1/2025

Send application, resume, and cover letter to kbenson@trinity-mp.org.

Head of Lower School

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School • Palo Alto

Head of Lower School

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, located in Palo Alto, California, is a thriving TK-8 independent school dedicated to academic excellence, Jewish living, and community responsibility. With a current enrollment of approximately 315 students, Hausner provides a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and ethical growth. The school’s innovative curriculum integrates project-based learning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and Jewish values, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of the modern world. Guided by its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and the leadership of Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Ph.D., Hausner is committed to promoting an environment of academic innovation, faculty collaboration, and joyful Jewish living.

The head of lower school will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students in grades TK-4. This newly revised leadership position will oversee academic and social-emotional programming, support faculty development, and strengthen connections with students and families. The successful candidate will bring vision, structure, and collaboration to the role, building systems for onboarding, mentorship, and professional development. With a focus on aligning curriculum and teaching practices with Hausner’s mission, the head of lower school will advance academic initiatives, SEL, and community engagement, contributing to the school’s vibrant and inclusive culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to guide Hausner’s Lower School into a bright future. The position begins on July 1, 2025, and reports directly to the Head of School.

Applications received by February 14th will receive priority review.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hausnerschool.org/about-us/careers

Start Date: 7/1/2025

Accepting applications through 3/14/2025.

Director of Early Childhood Education

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola is seeking a Director of Early Childhood Education for its preschool location in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood. The position will report to the Assistant Head of School, while working with the Head of School and Leadership Team members to successfully manage the program and guide a team of faculty to who bring warmth, expertise and a strong commitment to nurturing young learners. The Director works in collaboration with teachers, specialists, coordinators and administrative staff to design, implement and evaluate a developmentally appropriate Reggio inspired, International Baccalaureate (IB-PYP Early Years) and Italian immersion program.

Refer to the Employment Opportunities within and apply online. Please include a cover letter sharing your background and interest and your résumé (translated into English) as a first step. Applicants should be prepared to share three professional references. As part of the interview process, you can expect to meet with our Human Resources team and Assistant Head of School as well as the Hiring Manager and other members of the Leadership Team.

Start Date: 7/1/2025

Accepting applicants until 6/30/2025.

Middle School Math / Science Teacher & International Baccalaureate (IB-MYP) Curriculum Developer

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola International seeks an experienced and passionate Middle School Math / Science Teacher to start immediately.

We are particularly interested in teachers with experience in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB-MYP). Applicants should be able to teach an inquiry-based curriculum, be collaborative, proactive and flexible. Solutions-oriented thinkers, strong communicators and curious learners will thrive in La Scuola’s diverse and dynamic environment.

The teacher will support and implement the daily program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the School under the supervision and direction of the Division Director and the Head of School.

Please visit the Career Page of our website at lascuolasf.org or send cover letter and resume to HR@lascuolasf.org

Start Date: 1/13/2025

Accepting applications through: 6/30/2025

La Scuola International School is the only Reggio Emilia inspired, International Baccalaureate (Early, Primary and Middle Years) and Italian Language Immersion school in the world. Teachers are researchers and are supported with robust Professional Development opportunities throughout the year. Learning is a part of everything that we do, not just what happens in the classroom. While our school experience is rooted in highly regarded curricula, the magic of La Scuola is more than what we teach. It is how we teach and learn, which is truly a way of living, thinking, and interacting with the world. To learn more, please visit us at www.lascuolasf.org. Founded: 2002 Number of students: 435 Locations: San Francisco and Silicon Valley La Scuola International School is an independent non-profit school accredited by NAIS, CAIS, WASC and CIS and is one of two Italian schools recognized by the Italian government in the United States.

ELD Instructor (Part Time)

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The ELD Instructor is responsible for delivering an effective class that promotes the English language development of students through teaching, facilitation and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (9th-12th) This role is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year at Redwood City Clubhouse in Redwood City, CA and reports to the Academic Director. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful and fun context.

WORK SCHEDULE

Academic Calendar Schedule for 2024 - 2025 School Year

2:30 pm - 8:00 pm (20 - 29 hours/week, 4-5 days/week)

Occasional shifted schedule to support students in the classrooms in the mornings

Occasional Saturdays

Start date: 2/7/2025

Accepting applications through 2/14/2025.