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Lower School Co-Teacher / Leave Replacement (3rd Grade)

San Francisco Day School • San Francisco

San Francisco Day School • San Francisco

Lower School Lead Teachers teach classes in grades K-5. They are based in a homeroom for a particular grade, or they may be “Specialist” teachers who teach specific subjects across these grades (such as science lab, music, Spanish, PE,  Innovation & Technology, etc.).  This candidate would begin as soon as possible and would rotate between some of the classrooms in which teachers are expecting, but would focus on 3rd grade for Maternity Leave Coverage.  The candidate would continue as the lead in the 3rd grade classroom during the maternity leave.

Agreement Dates: ASAP - June 15

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Second Grade General Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Bishop O'Dowd High School • Oakland

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School • Lafayette

Second Grade General Studies

Long-Term Substitute Teacher: January 21-May 2, 2025

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School is a K-8 independent school with approximately 180 students, accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. We are seeking a Long-Term Substitute for our Second Grade General Studies Teacher. General Studies includes Language Arts, Humanities, Math, Science, Social-Emotional Learning and Service Learning. The school offers small class sizes, teaching assistants, a supportive environment, true dedication to professional growth, and an innovative approach to learning. The long-term substitute teacher will have the full-time support of the 2nd grade teaching assistants, an experienced team working with the students throughout the year; as well as ongoing mentoring and support from the Assistant Principal for Lower School and the Senior Administrative Team.

We seek a teacher who wants to engage in school life and culture. This assignment will cover the Second Grade teacher’s parental leave plus one overlap week at the start to support a smooth transition, with the total engagement expected to be from January 21 through May 2, 2025.

In addition to curriculum planning and whole-group/small group instruction, our teachers are expected to differentiate the curriculum and accommodate students with specific learning needs/strengths. Collaboration with colleagues and productive connections with parents - including parent newsletters, emails, phone calls, and report cards with personalized narratives are also important expectations. Teachers are responsible for some coverage of Recess, and participation in Open House, Professional Growth Days, and Parent-Teacher Conferences. We seek outstanding candidates of all backgrounds.

For more school info visit: https://www.ccjds.org 

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Part Time Lower School (K-4) Counselor

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School • Lafayette

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School • Lafayette

Job Description and Desired Qualifications

The part-time Lower School (K-4) Counselor will work as a member of a diverse school

community and its cohesive team to support the social and emotional well-being of the students

at Contra Costa Jewish Day School (CCJDS) We are searching for a part-time Lower School

counselor who will assist teachers as they work to address the personal, social, emotional, and

academic development of individual students and the class. Employee will enjoy the support of a

Senior Administrative Team and the CCJDS School Counselor.

Responsibilities

● Support implementation of CCJDS’ K-4 social-emotional development curriculum, which

includes Kimochis and Toolbox as examples of the CCJDS approach. Help guide, facilitate and

differentiate social emotional development curriculum, per age or grade level as appropriate, for a

diverse group of students. For example, provide lessons on friendship/peer relations, social skills,

stress management and sensitive topics

● Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and outside professionals to establish

developmentally appropriate strategies for supporting students academically, emotionally,

socially, and behaviorally

● Participate in case management, assess therapeutic needs of individual students, consult with

and refer families to any necessary counseling. We do not expect ongoing individual therapy and

the expectations for case management are limited

● Intervene and provide crisis management on an as-needed basis throughout the school year,

including consultation, risk assessment, referral and follow-up

● Lead professional development programs for faculty in areas related to student

social-emotional development and safety, mental health, and other developmental issues

● Observe students in a variety of in-school settings to effectively collaborate with the Student

Support Teams, teachers, and families regarding student development and progress

● Interface as necessary with outside mental health resources as well as local and state agencies

responsible for providing services to children in need

For more school info visit: https://www.ccjds.org 

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Social Emotional Learning Assistant

Silicon Valley International School • Palo Alto and Menlo Park

Silicon Valley International School • Palo Alto and Menlo Park

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) Social Emotional Support Specialist for our Cohn Campus (K-5th Grade) for an immediate start day. This role is to support Student Life for our Elementary-aged students and is primarily focused on student behavior outside of the classroom (recesses, lunch, after-school care, camps) The SEL Support Specialist should enjoy working with students from Kindergarten to 5th grade. They must demonstrate commitment to INTL’s mission and the population we serve. They must also be responsible, self-motivated, friendly, willing to work with a team of colleagues, and adaptable to a working environment with different cultures.

Start date 10/07/2024

Apply via online portal, must send cover letter and resume

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Multiple Roles (3)!

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Elementary Teaching Assistant

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

The Elementary Teaching Assistant works closely with assigned homeroom teachers to support the goals of the class as well as individual students in their social, emotional and academic growth.

Please visit www.lascuolasf.org to apply or send your resume to HR@lascuolasf.org

Start Date: 9/23/2024

Accepting applicants until 10/31/2024.

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Part-time Spanish Teacher

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

We are seeking a part-time Spanish teacher to lead an introductory Spanish class for our two Grade 4 classes. The instruction is one hour a week for each class, for a total of two weekly instructional hours. The teacher will work with our Spanish Language Program Coordinator to develop and deliver the program. The position is at an Italian immersion, International Baccalaurat school, and a multilingual and multicultural community.

Please email Amanda Fox, Elementary School Director: amanda.fox@lascuolasf.org to apply.

Start Date: 9/16/2024

Accepting applicants until 9/30/2024.

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Math Tutor Part - Time

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • San Mateo County

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The Math Tutor will be working with small cohorts of students or providing 1:1 tutoring specifically with a focus on high school math. This position is for those who are available to work part-time and satisfy one of the following: have a valid teaching credential, are currently enrolled in a credential program, or passed the CBEST and CSET-Mathematics exams.

Start date: 10/01/2024

Accepting applications through 10/31/2024.

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Science Tutor

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • San Mateo County

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

BGCP’s Redwood City Clubhouse, in partnership with the Sequoia Union High School District, wants to support high school students with Biology (and other science-related subjects). Designed to provide students with dynamic, academic, and enrichment activities to support and complement the school year curriculum and improve school outcomes and interest in learning. Drawing on best practices in youth development, staff members guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context. The Science Teacher will help students strengthen their knowledge regarding science-related material. This position is for those who are available to work part-time and satisfy one of the following: have a valid teaching credential, are currently enrolled in a credential program, or passed the CBEST and CSET-Science exams.

Start date: 10/01/2024

Accepting applications through 10/31/2024.

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Music Teacher

Berkeley Unified School District • Berkeley

Berkeley Unified School District • Berkeley

Music Teacher - Choir and general music Full-time music teacher. This position includes conducting a middle school chorus, 1st-3rd grade general music classes, and some 4th/5th grade ukulele classes. A current single-subject California music credential (or enrollment in an intern music credential program) is required. Ability to to teach a variety of instruments and/or general music is encouraged.

Apply using the link below.

The start date for this position is September 16, 2024. Accepting applications until December 1, 2024.

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Kindergarten Teacher 2024-2025

Community Learning Center Schools • Alameda

Community Learning Center Schools (CLCS) • Alameda, CA

Community Learning Center Schools (CLCS) is a non-profit organization founded to support and manage two of the Bay Area's most innovative and respected public charter schools. CLCS manages hiring for the following two schools, both located in Alameda, CA: Alameda Community Learning Center | "Educating the Leaders of Tomorrow" | www.alamedaclc.org Nea Community Learning Center | "Engage. Explore. Excel." | www.neaclc.org School Mission To empower all youth to take ownership of their educational experience, to celebrate their diverse community, and to actively participate as members in a democratic society.

Job Summary

Nea Community Learning Center is hiring a Kindergarten teacher. We are looking for someone who is excited to educate in a diverse community and who celebrate differences in culture, background, learning style and thought process. Our teachers love to learn and and are motivated by challenge. Our 3rd grade Teacher will create curriculum and integrated projects to facilitate learning in small classes. The candidate will possess the ability to collaborate with colleagues to create inspired Project Based Learning (PBL) instruction. Benefits Sick Leave CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System) Paid Induction (BTSA) after 1 year of employment 90% of Kaiser HMO Gold for the employee or application of amount to other plans 50% of dependent medical benefits based on Kaiser Gold $305 medical in lieu monthly if you choose not to use our medical plan 60% of DeltaCare HMO dental for the employee or amount applied to PPO plan Voluntary employee VSP and Chiropractic plans. Paid Long-Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program with free counseling for mental health, legal and financial issues Please visit our website at www.clcschools.org for information about both of our wonderful schools: Alameda and Nea Community Learning Centers. Nea Community Learning Center is a union school.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Cover Letter

Resume

Multi-Subject Teaching Credential; Ability to Transfer a Credential from Another State or Add a Credential to an Existing CA Credential

Two letters of recommendation

One of the two current letters of recommendation should be from a direct supervisor.

Comments and Other Information:

At Community Learning Center Schools (CLCS), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CLCS believes that diversity and inclusion among our community is critical to our success in education, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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Interim Lower School Science Teacher, 80% FTE with benefits

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

The Interim Lower School Science Teacher (80% FTE with benefits) is part of the Specialist team. Specialist teachers work as part of the whole school team, sequencing and coordinating curriculum and collaborating to serve our children. Specialist teachers are provided flexibility in their classrooms to enable them to best serve the needs and interests of their students in alignment with their content specialty while remaining true to the mission, values, and progressive pedagogy of the Peninsula School. The Interim Lower School Science Teacher also collaborates extensively with Head teachers and The Director of Instruction & Belonging to realize a cross-disciplinary program.

● Competitive Compensation: Earn between $56,600 to $73,800, depending on your experience.

● Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance and retirement savings and matching plans, because your well-being matters to us.

● Inspiring Community: Immerse yourself in a supportive, inclusive community dedicated to learning and engaged citizenship.

● Room for Growth: Grow both personally and professionally in an environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Start date: 8/19/2024

Fill out application at https://www.peninsulaschool.org/about-us/join-our-team and email with resume and cover letter to hr@peninsulaschool.org.

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1st Grade Lead Teacher

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School • Sunnyvale

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School • Sunnyvale

South Peninsula Hebrew Day School is seeking dynamic and passionate General Elementary School Teachers to join our education team as a 1st Grade Teacher.

The school’s educational philosophy is focused on nurturing the whole student; providing a challenging and innovative curriculum designed to inspire students to create, critically think, and solve real-world problems; and developing 21st-century skills in our students. This individual will be responsible for teaching language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, as well as supporting each student’s social and emotional growth and development. The teacher is responsible for designing curricular content and lessons, which engage a variety of levels and differentiate appropriately to meet the learning needs of all students. In addition to classroom responsibilities, teachers are expected to attend faculty meetings as well as supervise recess and lunch.

We encourage teachers who are passionate about innovative education and dedicated to creating a warm and safe classroom to apply. This position is an opportunity for a teacher to join a passionate and collaborative team and help build a strong first grade program.

Desired attributes:

  • Creative and enthusiastic in the classroom

  • Experience in differentiated instruction

  • Effective team collaborator including team teaching skills

  • Comfortable using educational technology

  • Strong written and verbal communications and proactive in engaging parents

  • A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and high energy

Qualifications:

  • At least three years of teaching experience, preferably at the primary level

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree (required); advanced degrees/certificates desirable

  • California Multiple Subject Credential preferred though open to working with faculty in the process of clearing credentials

  •  Applicants should have a strong background in math and literacy including strong skills in differentiating instruction

  • Preference for applicants with experience teaching Ready Math


    All interested applicants can email Shoshanna Lurie, Senior Search Consultant for more information.

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Substitute Teacher Pool, Multiple Roles!

Bishop O'Dowd High School • Oakland

Bishop O'Dowd High School • Oakland

In order to create an encouraging learning environment for students while their regular teacher is absent, the Substitute Teacher will need to effectively manage and instruct the class. You will be asked to cover a maximum of four class periods in a day and you may be called to substitute the morning of class.

Start date: 7/25/2024

Accepting Applications through 8/31/2024

Please include a cover letter, resume, and references.

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2 Roles! Middle School Math / Science Teacher (IB-MYP) and Middle School PE Teacher (IB-MYP)

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola International School • San Francisco

La Scuola seeks an experienced Middle School Math and Science Teacher and Middle School PE teacher for the upcoming Academic Year. The role will report to our Middle School Director, will follow the IB-MYP curriculum. The teacher will: -Implement the IB Curriculum -Teach middle school-aged children math and science -Design, plan & implement appropriate curriculum goals and long-term projects within the IB guidelines. -Set educational and developmental goals for the students, both as a group and individually -Assess and Report on students’ progress, individually and as a group, along the continuum and as compared with the learning outcomes and IB Scope & Sequence. -Conduct professional and insightful parent/teacher conferences -Provide weekly documentation of activities and student progress on Toddle in alignment with the IB and Reggio Emilia approaches.

Middle School PE Teacher: https://smrtr.io/mmhWR

Middle School Math / Science Teacher: https://smrtr.io/mmhG9

Use links above to apply!

Start Date: 8/1/2024

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Elementary Instructional Coach

E.R. Taylor Elementary School • San Francisco

E.R. Taylor Elementary School • San Francisco

SFUSD is seeking to identify a cadre of Literacy Coaches with deep content knowledge and a proven ability to positively support adult learners who will lead the district towards the development of a common vision for effective literacy instruction through providing teachers with direct instructional guidance and impactful professional development. Literacy Coaches will either be “site-based” or will work across multiple sites, supporting teachers in both informal and in more formalized coaching cycles around an identified aspect of instructional practice. Coaches will serve up to ten additional work days (compensated accordingly), to participate in coaching network meetings to develop protocols, professional learning modules, and role-alike training in preparation for the start of the school year.

Start Date: 08/13/2024

Accepting applications through 06/12/2024.

Applicants may apply to the Instructional Coach pool (https://careers.sfusd.edu/job/San-Francisco-Elementary-Instructional-Coach%2C-Literacy-and-Mathematics-2024-2025-SY-CA-94102/1164353200/) and email Principal David Norris (norrisd@sfusd.edu) and Assistant Principal Shirley Duong (duongs@sfusd.edu) directly.

ER Taylor's Assistant Principal is a BATTI Cohort 5 alumna.

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PE Teacher

The Saklan School • Moraga

The Saklan School • Moraga

We seek a dynamic and passionate Physical Education (PE) Teacher dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and physical fitness among our students. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop lifelong healthy habits, teamwork skills, and a love for physical activity. The PE Teacher will create an engaging and inclusive environment that supports all students' physical, social, and emotional growth. We are seeking reliable, adaptable candidates with a nurturing and supportive tone with students.

Start date: 8/12/2024

To apply: Email David O'Connell at office@saklan.org

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UPPER ELEMENTARY CHINESE HOMEROOM TEACHER (2024-2025)

Chinese American International School (CAIS) • San Francisco

UPPER ELEMENTARY CHINESE HOMEROOM TEACHER (2024-2025)

Join the vibrant community at the Chinese American International School's Lower School as a lead Chinese Teacher for the academic year of 2024-2025. Become part of a team striving to be the world’s most innovative, inspiring, and influential Chinese English dual-language immersion school!

OPPORTUNITY

This position offers a unique opportunity for passionate Lower School educators to foster a joyful learning community that strikes a developmentally appropriate balance between deepening students’ academic skills and nurturing the curiosity and creativity of our learners. Consistent with its Strategic Vision 2020-2025, CAIS is committed to reimagining immersion to achieve greater student engagement and proficiency in Chinese and cultivate the cognitive, character and intercultural competencies that are the “CAIS Immersion Bonus.” We are seeking an Upper Elementary Chinese Homeroom Teacher who is eager to collaborate with our experienced faculty to continue implementing the best Chinese immersion pedagogy in the 2024-2025 school year.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate finds resonance with CAIS’s mission to Embrace Chinese, Become Our Best Selves, and Contribute to a Better World. As CAIS aims to empower inquisitive, creative, and inspired learners, we look for a candidate adept at student-centered pedagogy such as differentiation, inquiry-driven learning, use of assessment to inform teaching, and a dynamic application of best practices in Chinese language and literacy instruction. This candidate can foster a joyful learning community that strikes a developmentally appropriate balance between deepening students’ academic skills and nurturing the curiosity and creativity of our learners. Our new team member will collaborate with cross grade level Chinese/grade level Chinese and English partner teachers and enjoy a wealth of professional development opportunities. Within the framework of a strong curricular vision supported by Chinese and English program directors, the candidate will enjoy considerable autonomy in developing the classroom curriculum. CAIS offers a dynamic dual culture setting in which faculty are immersed in a culture of language learners. We look for a candidate who will embrace CAIS’s work to create an equitable, inclusive environment where all faculty, students, and families are supported in their individual identities. We welcome all applicants who aim to actively support and participate in our diverse and inclusive community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Position responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

● Develop a positive intellectual, emotional, and social environment within the classroom and a class community in which all children feel valued and a sense of belonging.

● Demonstrate teaching excellence, a growth mindset, professionalism, and integrity.

● Support the educational program by challenging, supporting, and engaging students.

● Encompass a positive discipline approach in guiding student behavior.

● Developing engaging instructional strategies that are employed in the target language for each student

● Actively support and collaborate on school initiatives, such as events and committee work.

● Work with English partner teacher to develop and deliver integrated Social Studies and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion units.

● Work collaboratively and maintain standards of respect, courtesy, and mutual consideration with the school community, including students, staff, and parents.

● Communicate effectively, promptly, and proactively with families.

● Prepare assessments, grades, and progress reports according to school procedures.

● Attending Teacher Collaboration Time (TCT) meetings to plan and discuss pedagogies in all aspects with the Chinese Program Director and division meetings during the term of employment.

● Engage in school-wide cultural events and collaborate with cross division grade level teams

● Progress toward and eventual certification to administer and rate the ACTFL OPI and WPT assessment

● Working collaboratively with Chinese Language Support (CLS) teachers to monitor how students progress in Chinese and set individual academic goals

● Supervision on student field trips and occasionally chaperoning global programs to either China or Taiwan

● Other duties and responsibilities as determined by the Head of Lower School and the Chinese Program Director

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

● Native or near native proficiency in Mandarin

● Experience teaching upper elementary Mandarin in an immersion program

● Minimum of bachelor's degree

● Ability to work with colleagues from different backgrounds and cultures

● Strong communications skills in English and Mandarin

TO APPLY

CAIS’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is central to our mission. People of color and LGBTQIA

candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please apply through the link below: https://www.cais.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Upper-Elementary-Chinese-Homeroom-Teacher-2024-2025.pdf

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Lead Teachers! 5th & 7th Grade Self-Contained General Education Classes

FDR K-8 School • Daly City

FDR K-8 School • Daly City

Why FDR K-8 School?

- Small Class Sizes: Enjoy the opportunity to connect with each student and provide personalized instruction in our small, focused classroom settings.

- Tight-Knit Community: Be a part of a welcoming and collaborative environment where staff, students, and families work together to create a nurturing educational experience.

- Planning and Prep Days: Benefit from built-in planning and preparation days throughout the school year, ensuring you have the time and resources needed to deliver high-quality education.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver engaging and differentiated instruction to a diverse group of 7th-grade students.

- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student growth and achievement.

- Collaborate with fellow educators, support staff, and parents to support student success.

- Participate in professional development and contribute to the school community.

Apply through EdJoin, Contact Aubrey Duffy (Principal) at aduffy@jeffersonesd.org

Job post for 5th Grade: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1887479

Job post for 7th Grade: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1936868

Job post for Sub Positions: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/442532

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