Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton

Multiple Positions:
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for an administrative position at the high school, Sacred Heart Preparatory (SHP).
This position provides clerical support for the Sacred Heart Prep Principal and Registrar, and performs receptionist duties for the high school office. Must provide a copy of a valid CA Driver license, upon request. At least three years’ similar experience in related office environment. Preferred qualifications include prior school experience, and being conversant in Spanish. Regular work hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Job duties:
• Occasional driving of school van to train station.
• Coordination of graduation activities under the direction of the Principal.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Planned absences and vacations scheduled outside of the academic year (mid-June – mid-August).
• Partnership with co-workers for sorting and delivery of campus mail.
• Maintenance of high school mail/copy room, storage and lobby.
• Maintenance of office equipment (copy machine, fax machine, etc.).
• Maintenance and ordering of office/classroom supplies for high school faculty and staff.
• Miscellaneous support, including general clerical duties such as word processing, filing, record keeping, document control, information retrieval, and data entry.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for a Student Life Office Coordinator at Sacred Heart Preparatory (SHP).
This position provides clerical support for the SHP Student Life Office and for tracking and monitoring student attendance. Must provide a copy of a valid CA Driver license, upon request. At least three years’ similar experience in related office environment. Preferred qualifications include prior school experience, and being conversant in Spanish. Regular work hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Job duties:
• Provide clerical support for the Dean of Students, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Activities.
• Collect, maintain and, as requested, report on attendance information.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality is essential.
• Work in partnership with coworkers to maintain copy machine and office supplies.
• Maintain the physical space and lobby in the Homer Center.
• Maintain in good working order all leased equipment (copy machine, fax machine, etc.).
• Maintain and order supplies for SHP faculty and staff.
• Miscellaneous activities, including general clerical and typing/word processing support, general filing, records-keeping, document control, information retrieval, data entry, and other similar administrative/office activities.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking an excellent candidate for a full-time History teacher position for the 2010-2011 academic year. Candidates with AP, multi-cultural education and/or interdisciplinary teaching experience highly encouraged to apply.
This position will teach U.S. History and World Civilization in five classes daily. Required qualifications include three years of high school classroom teaching experience, and a BA in History, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field. Preferred qualifications include an MA in History, Social Sciences, Education, or related field, a teaching credential and experience teaching at a private, independent and/or faith-based institution.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent elementary school teacher candidates for the 2010 – 2011 academic year.
Candidates must be passionate and highly-skilled elementary school teachers. Required qualifications include five to ten years’ teaching at an elementary school or teaching elementary school students, as well as a Multiple Subject Credential. Experience teaching grades one through three a must! Previous experience at an independent school and in implementation of curriculum initiatives is highly desirable. Master’s degree is preferred.
Online videos of teaching demonstrations a plus! Final candidates need to be prepared for an in-person teaching demonstration to the interview team.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for a full-time Learning Specialist position for the 2010-2011 academic year as part of the Lower/Middle School Learning Resources program.
This position would provide service and support to students with documented learning differences in grades four through eight.
Required qualifications include:
• A comprehensive knowledge of child development, differentiated instruction, remediation and tutorial strategies.
• Proficiency in middle school English, Math, Social Studies and Science.
• Demonstrable technological skills, especially with regard to various types of assistive technology.
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in a middle school environment.
• Certification as a learning specialist or equivalent degree/specialization.
• Must be aware of current teaching strategies for both remediation and enrichment opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for a part-time (20%) Learning Resource Faculty position with the Center for Student Success (CSS) for the 2010-2011 academic year.
CSS provides academic support for all students in grades 9-12. Faculty and learning resource specialists provide assistance to students with subject tutoring, study skills, time-management and test-taking strategies. The Center also coordinates on-campus and College Board accommodations for students with verified learning differences. CSS is open during the school day and after school.
Regular schedule: Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Required qualifications include:
• Experience working with all types of learners; general understanding of learning differences and accommodations.
• Proficiency in the humanities, essay writing, vocabulary acquisition.
• Detail-oriented.
• Computer literacy, including demonstrated proficient use of software like DyKnow, SharePoint and Excel.
• BA/MA Special Education, Education, English, History or closely related fields.
• Administrative proficiency in support of the educational operations of CSS.
Job duties include, but are not necessarily limited to:
• Work additional hours during final exam week to support CSS efforts; proctor fill-in for heavy exam days.
• Thursday “early out” CSS supervision.
• Substitute support.
• One-on-one support of students in their classes.
• Proctor exam room.
• Managing responsibilities surrounding team meeting calendar.
• Update compliance spreadsheet once a month.
• Keep files organized and College Board compliant.
• Managing student and family communications under the supervision of the CSS Director.
• On-campus SAT administration.
• Exam organization and support, including set-up and clean-up.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking excellent candidates for a full-time Mailroom Associate position.
Responsible for providing a centralized processing hub for all School mail and shipping including large mailing project support, document shredding operations, special copy jobs and overnight delivery coordination. Also provides light clerical support as needed to the Operations department.
Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May be occasionally required to work hours outside of regular work hours, depending on business need, including evenings, early morning and/or weekends.
For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org
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Alexandra McClendon
Senior Employee Relations Specialist
Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton
150 Valparaiso Avenue,
Main Building, Office #313
Atherton, California 94027
Email Address: amcclendon@shschools.org
Office Phone: (650) 454-8489
Confidential e-fax: (650) 618-2599
My regular part-time schedule is Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For schedule changes or updates, please check out my outgoing voicemail message or my office door calendar.

St. Paul’s Episcopal School

2 Positions:

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St. Paul’s Episcopal School, located across from Lake Merritt in Oakland, enrolls 350 boys and girls from diverse backgrounds in Kindergarten - Grade 8. St. Paul’s provides an education that is intellectually challenging, culturally pluralistic, and morally and spiritually enriching. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors and guides. St. Paul’s has an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.
St. Paul’s seeks to fill the Admissions Associate position with an experienced, dynamic individual.
Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to):

Admissions Office
· Supports the daily operations of the Admissions Office by
· Handling the data base,
· Answering phones,
· Show the school to prospective parents,
· Scheduling tours and testing,
· Sending brochures, correspondence and filing,
· General office support for the summer mailing, Student Directory and Handbooks.
· Assist with the organization and participate in Admission events
· Other duties as requested by Admissions Director
· Requires some nights and weekend work

Lower School
· Support the Lower School Secretary as needed
This job requires a highly organized, motivated, articulate, and detail oriented
person, who is also a team player and can manage multiple tasks at the
same time. The person must also enjoy working in a fast paced environment and with people in person and on the phone. Knowledge of Filemaker Pro and other MacIntosh programs is desirable. First Aid training a plus. B.A. desirable.

This is a full- time position (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Send cover letter, resume and references to:
Khadija Fredericks, Director of Admissions
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
116 Montecito Ave.
Oakland, California 94610
kfredericks@spes.org
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St. Paul’s seeks to fill the Assistant Business Manager/Human Resource position with an experienced,
dynamic individual who holds a B.A. degree or higher with at least 3 years experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

· Accounting activities
· Payroll
· Preparing budgets and forecasts
· Personnel management
· Benefits management
· Business contracts
· Administering benefit and insurance plans
· Facilities & plant management

No Phone Calls Please.

Send cover letter, resume and references to:
Bob Correia, Director of Finance and Operations
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
116 Montecito Ave.
Oakland, California 94610
rcorreia@spes.org

This is a full time position with competitive salary and excellent benefits. We fully and actively support equal opportunity for all people, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Park Day School

2 Positions:

Part-Time 7th & 8th Grade Math teacher
Park Day School
Oakland, CA

Park Day School, founded in 1976, offers a coeducational B/K-8 program for 290 students. The school community embraces the ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity of Oakland, perhaps the most diverse city in America. The school embraces progressive educational theory and practice, while fostering the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of our students. Our unique collaborative governance model brings parents and staff together as leaders in partnership. A leader in public purpose, our community outreach program seeks to build collaboration with public schools, while creating service learning opportunities for our students.

Part-time math teacher to teach one class of foundational math (Algebra Lab) 4-5 mornings per week and to support a pre-algebra class one morning per week.

In addition to teaching, the two middle school math teachers would meet weekly to consider student progress and goals. The applicant would be responsible for evaluating student work, writing 2 reports each semester, and communicating with parents, faculty, and school administration.

The ideal applicant has a deep understanding of the development of math skills and concepts as well as a repertoire of multi-sensory tasks to support the students’ transition from concrete to abstract. He or she would have had experience with a variety of learning styles, the ability to develop curriculum, a respect for the travails of adolescence, and a sense of humor.

How to Apply:

E-mail cover letter (essential) and résumé with references to:
personnel@parkdayschool.org
Or, mail to:
Tom Little, Director
Park Day School
370 43rd Street
Oakland, CA 94609

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Part-Time 7th & 8th Grade Social Studies teacher
Park Day School
Oakland, CA

Park Day School, founded in 1976, offers a coeducational B/K-8 program for 290 students. The school community embraces the ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity of Oakland, perhaps the most diverse city in America. The school embraces progressive educational theory and practice, while fostering the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of our students. Our unique collaborative governance model brings parents and staff together as leaders in partnership. A leader in public purpose, our community outreach program seeks to build collaboration with public schools, while creating service learning opportunities for our students.

A part-time teacher to teach an integrated, project-based, thematic social studies course in collaboration with the language arts teacher. The course is scheduled for four afternoons each week.

The class is scheduled as follows:
3 classes of 14-15 students
Each class meets twice a week for 60 minutes
The teaching hours are Monday and Friday from 2:00-3:00 and Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00-3:00

The ideal applicant is well versed in American and world cultures, has strong media and technology skills as well as the ability to support and instruct students in the use of technology, and a willingness to work collaboratively in designing curriculum. He or she would bring a background in art, film, or music. Experience with “History Alive” or “Facing History and Ourselves” would also be an asset.

How to Apply:
E-mail cover letter (essential) and résumé with references to:
personnel@parkdayschool.org
Or, mail to:
Tom Little, Director
Park Day School
370 43rd Street
Oakland, CA 94609

KIPP Bay Area Schools

The Operations Manager

About KIPP Bay Area Schools
In the San Francisco Bay Area, five KIPP middle schools and two KIPP high schools are closing the achievement gap between low-income students and their more advantaged peers. These tuition-free, college-preparatory schools are located in the under-served neighborhoods of Bayview Hunters Point and the Western Addition in San Francisco, East San Jose, San Lorenzo, and West Oakland. Our mission is to ensure our students develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in college and the competitive world beyond.

KIPP (The Knowledge is Power Program) began in 1994 in Houston, Texas. Today, there are 82 KIPP schools in 19 states and Washington, D.C. serving more than 21,000 students. KIPP Bay Area Schools is the nonprofit with a total of 200 employees and annual revenue of $20M that manages the seven KIPP schools serving 2,000 students during the 2009-2010 school year in the Bay Area.Operations Manager

Position Overview
The Operations Manager is a key member of KIPP Bay Area Schools’ Regional Support Office (RSO) team, working in close partnership with the Director of Operations & Technology (DOT) in managing operations for all seven KIPP Bay Area schools (KBAS). The core responsibilities of KBAS operations are: compliance, public funding, risk management, and procurement. The Operations Manager will serve as the lead on the operations team for compliance and procurement and assist the DOT as needed with public funding and risk management.
The Operations Manager will also be an important member of our regional Operations Community of Practice. The Community of Practice is comprised of our seven school site Operations Managers, the RSO Operations Manager and the DOT. He/she will assist the DOT in cultivating sharing and collaboration within the community. He/she will also assist the DOT in building a scalable and efficient operational infrastructure, providing exceptional service and support to our schools, ensuring their continued operational success, and working to support the schools’ mission and culture of achievement.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Compliance/Oversight
• Maintain and manage master calendar of all compliance deadlines as they relate to district, county and state regulations.
• Ensure all compliance deadlines are met including, but not limited to, Prop 39, LEA Plans, Consolidated Applications, and reporting to charter authorizers, county, California Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, and KIPP Foundation. Work with school site Operations Managers and DOT as necessary.
• Work with school Principals and school site Operations Managers to ensure timely submission of all data requests including but not limited to state attendance reporting, CSIS annual SSID maintenance, CALPADS, and KIPP Foundation.
• Build relationships with partner organizations and attend workshops and conferences as necessary to become expert on California charter policy and laws.
• Lead pre-audit work related to operations including but not limited to attendance accounting, our National School Lunch Program (NSLP), school schedules/minutes and calendars.
Food Service
• Manage school food service program, including but not limited to distribution and processing of meal applications, state and federal reimbursement processing, compliance and vendor selection.
• Attend workshops as needed to become an expert in federal lunch program guidelines.

Procurement/Vendor Management
• Cultivate and manage relationships with our regional vendors
• Research and propose cost saving procurement solutions
• Manage KIPP Bay Area Schools regional cell phone plan
Public Funding
• Assist DOT in identifying, securing and managing public funds as needed.
KBAS Business Operations (BusOps) Community
• Participate in the KBAS BusOps Community of Practice serving as a key contributor to the community providing training and professional development for school site Operations Managers as relevant
• Provide targeted ongoing support during the school year to school site Operations Managers.

Risk Management
• Assist DOT as needed with risk management projects.
Special Projects
• There may be additional projects that the Operations Manager will be involved in as assigned by the DOT.
Skills & Characteristics
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 3-5 years work experience
• Prior experience in operations and/or administration is a plus
• Experience in non-profit/education field and knowledge of the laws, rules, procedures, and programs specifically related to the business operation of charter public schools in California preferred
• Comfort with working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent business writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Excellent organization and project management skills; ability to implement programs,
manage details, and work independently; ability to develop, revise, and implement
procedures and systems; and ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
accordingly.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook required
• Detail- and results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done
• Initiative and leadership skills
• Embody our core values: passion, innovation, resourcefulness, respect, effective communication,
impact
• Excellent ability in multi-tasking
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to KIPP Bay Area Schools’ mission
Salary
Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply:
Please email a letter of interest and resume to Lakisha Young at hr@kippbayarea.org

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Teach with KIPP Bay Area Schools
Available positions for 2010-2011:
Oakland | Music, 7/8 Science, 5 ELA
San Francisco | Algebra
San Jose | (middle school) Music, Spanish, ELA; (high school) Physics, Biology, Health/PE
San Lorenzo | (middle school) Spanish, 6 Writing/Science, 7/8 Writing; (high school) Art, Physics, Pre-Cal/Calculus

KIPP teachers
• must hold a valid teaching credential (please see http://www.ctc.ca.gov/ to learn more)
• are committed to working with educationally under-served students
• hold high expectations for every student
• possess strong content area knowledge and classroom management skills
• teach in our extended day and year schedule
• contribute to a relentless and dedicated team of outstanding professionals
• communicate well with students, families and colleagues
• make achievement possible

To apply:
Please become thoroughly familiar with www.kippbayarea.org before applying. Candidates must have at least one year of full time teaching experience; those experienced in working with under-served youth strongly preferred. Submit your application online at http://www.kippbayarea.org/careers.html.
KIPP Bay Area Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.

The San Francisco School

2 Job Announcements

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER
Seventh-Eighth Grade
Starts August 2010 (with summer prep time)

Overview of Position
The San Francisco School seeks a Middle School Math Teacher interested in strengthening mathematical reasoning and deepening conceptual understanding among seventh and eighth graders, while helping them develop sound skills and work habits. While the Middle School math curriculum is sound and newly developed, the school is currently working on “pushing” its math curriculum and approach down into the lower grades. We desire a teacher who is interested in collaborating with co-workers to continue scope and sequence work for the math program throughout the entire school. The Middle School Math Teacher also works cooperatively as part of the Middle School team that has the overall responsibility for 96 students. Teacher responsibilities outside the classroom include serving as an advisor to ten students, conducting parent-teacher conferences, participating in outdoor education trips, teaching periodic elective classes, writing high school recommendations, and sharing duties such as recess and tutorial supervision and chaperoning dances. All teachers also come together on a regular basis to collaborate, discuss best teaching practices, and hone professional skills.

Qualifications sought
We seek a talented teacher who can inspire students. Candidates must have strong preparation in mathematics (in particular the teaching of Algebra), have successful middle or high school teaching experience, and exhibit excellent communication skills. Cultural competence and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. Candidates should be student-centered, practiced in differentiated instruction, and skilled at honing student skills. A teaching credential or a related MA degree and three years of successful work as a teacher are recommended.

Overview of School
The San Francisco School is an independent school, pre-K through eighth grade, with a commitment to a multicultural and inclusive community. Suitably characterized by one parent as an “urban school with a village atmosphere,” The School embraces San Francisco’s ethnic, cultural, and economic diversity. Our progressive approach to education encourages children to develop self-reliance, solid academic skills, creativity, and a sense of social justice. Students learn to think like disciplinarians in a field, consider big and central ideas, and are supported in seeking and developing their own passions. They graduate academically prepared, inquisitive, courageous, and eager for the challenges ahead.

Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume, cover letter, and references to:
The San Francisco School
Attn: Middle School Math Position
300 Gaven Street, SF, CA 94134
e-mail: jobs@sfschool.org
Check out our website: www.sfschool.org
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MIDDLE SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER (part-time, one year position)
Starts August 2010

Overview of Position
The San Francisco School seeks a teacher of Spanish interested in developing speaking, writing and thinking skills of middle school (sixth through eighth) graders. This position is part-time and is covering a one-year leave. The school employs two full-time Spanish teachers, and the part-time teacher would be collaborating closely with both of those individuals. The San Francisco School’s Middle School Spanish program is a mixed-age proficiency model; this position will therefore be responsible for 10 classes a week of mixed-grade (6th -8th) Intermediate Spanish. Students are divided into two sections of 16-18 students each, and each section meets 5 times a week. Teacher responsibilities outside the classroom include a weekly Spanish department meeting, writing report cards/comments on a quarterly basis and maintaining communication with the parents of the students in the Intermediate classes. The position would officially start in August of 2010.

Qualifications sought
We seek a talented teacher who can inspire students. Candidates must be completely fluent, including a strong knowledge of Spanish grammar. Candidates should also be well-read, with a strong knowledge of Spanish/Latin American literature, and have successful middle or high school teaching experience. Furthermore, a strong understanding of culture is necessary as well as the ability to work collaboratively. Ideally, candidates should have formal foreign language instruction training. Candidates should be student-centered, practiced in differentiated instruction, and skilled at honing student skills. A teaching credential or a related MA degree and three years of successful work as a teacher are recommended.

Overview of School
The San Francisco School is an independent school, pre-K through eighth grade, with a commitment to a multicultural and inclusive community. Suitably characterized by one parent as an “urban school with a village atmosphere,” The School embraces San Francisco’s ethnic, cultural, and economic diversity. Our progressive approach to education encourages children to develop self-reliance, solid academic skills, creativity, and a sense of social justice. Students learn to think like disciplinarians in a field, consider big and central ideas, and are supported in seeking and developing their own passions. They graduate academically prepared, inquisitive, courageous, and eager for the challenges ahead.

Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume, cover letter, and references to:
The San Francisco School
Attn: Middle School Spanish Position
300 Gaven Street, SF, CA 94134
e-mail all documents to: jobs@sfschool.org
Check out our website: www.sfschool.org

The San Francisco School is committed to increasing staff diversity,
both to reflect the high value SFS places on a multicultural understanding,
and for the direct benefit of each student.

Bentley School

Mandarin Teacher K-5 and Middle School Elective

Bentley School has an opening for a K-5 and Middle School elective Mandarin teacher on its Oakland campus starting fall 2010. The ideal candidate should have several years teaching experience with the K-5 age group, knowledge of Pinyin and simplified Chinese characters, and a strong desire to work collaboratively with the teachers in Bentley's World Languages department and the Lower School faculty. Faculty members are also expected to assume other responsibilities such as attending regular division and school wide meetings, serving on committees, attending admissions events, and yard, parking and recess duties. Applicants must have a valid working permit, Bachelor's and/or a Master's Degree.

Interested candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to Beth Crowley, Lower School Head at bcrowley@bentleyschool.net.

Saint Mark’s School

Seeks Experienced, credentialed, half-time P.E. Teacher at non-sectarian, K-8, independent school for 2010-11 academic year.
Coaching experience an asset.

Send resume to: Assistant Head, Saint Mark’s School, 39 Trellis Drive, San Rafael, CA. 94903, e-mail resume to mpincus@saintmarksschool.org or fax it to (415)472-0722.

AURORA SCHOOL

Several Positions:

Aurora School is an East Bay leader in developmentally grounded and constructivist education that prepares students for high school, for college, and for life. Established in 1989, Aurora is an independent, diverse K-5 school that combines challenging academics, small multi-age classes, differentiated instruction, and a keen awareness of children's social and emotional development. Aurora encourages students to discover and build on their strengths as individuals as well as collaborative learners and leaders. Our learning community is closely connected to our Oakland neighbors through an ethos of service learning, community service, social justice, diversity, and sustainability. Our students develop into self-aware and confident life long learners who advocate for themselves and others, throughout school and beyond.

FULL TIME 2/3 and 4/5 TEACHERS
We are looking a dynamic 4/5 lead teacher who is experienced at planning and implementing integrated curricula, who is committed to academic excellence, culturally responsive teaching, and who understands child growth and development. Responsibilities will include teaching language arts, math, history and science. (Students also attend P.E., music, art, Spanish, library and computer classes away from the classroom.) Maximum class size is 24 students. Every classroom has a Teaching Assistant as well.
We are looking for full-time teachers, to begin August 2010. We expect teachers to understand the social needs of children ages 9-11, have strong communication and organizational skills and be open and motivated to work collaboratively with the entire Aurora community.

FULL TIME SPANISH TEACHER
We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic K-5 Spanish teacher who has experience planning an integrated curriculum, is committed to academic excellence and multiculturalism, and who understands child growth and development. Students come to the Spanish teacher’s classroom twice a week and the Spanish teacher comes to their classroom one to two times a week to co-teach with the lead teacher. Please refer to our website to read more about our unique Spanish Infusion program: http://www.auroraschool.org/spanish.html
Our Spanish teacher teaches Spanish once a week to teachers and parents, is an integral part of our community, attends lead teacher meetings, and serves as a liaison between our Spanish speaking families and our English speaking staff. We are looking for a full-time teacher, to begin August 2010.

DEVELOPMENT/FUNDRAISING/MARKETING CONSULTANT
Aurora is seeking a part-time development consultant who has experience with non-profit elementary schools regarding development, fundraising, grant writing, and marketing.

Aurora School
40 Dulwich Road
Oakland, CA 94618
www.auroraschool.org
Candidates should submit a letter of intent and resume by email to abbie@auroraschool.org

Bentley School

Upper School History and English Intern Teacher

Bentley School, an independent K-12 school in Oakland and Lafayette, California, seeks a full-time, upper school teaching intern, able and eager to teach introductory courses in both the English and History Departments. The English and History Departments at Bentley are strong, collaborative, supportive groups that seek a candidate to complement the strengths of each department and to add his or her own expertise and background to the core curriculum.

This position would be part of an internship program designed to give new teachers opportunities to gain practical classroom experience while receiving support from mentor teachers and administrators. The position is for one year with a course load of three to four classes per year. The intern will work with master teachers to design curriculum and perfect lesson planning strategies. In addition, the intern will have a weekly standing meeting with the chairs of both departments and administration to review their progress and to discuss issues of a practical and pedagogical nature in regards to classroom management, lesson planning, and other issues facing new teachers in an independent school environment. The successful candidate will work full-time and report to the Head of the Upper School.
Candidates should have a desire and capacity to teach the ninth grade Foundations of Literature course and the ninth grade Modern World History course. Both courses will involve close collaboration with a team of department members to refine and implement a strong curriculum. English and History courses at Bentley are writing and analytical skills-based and are led in a seminar style. Candidates should possess the ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students.

In addition to an academic content background in world history and culture, candidates should have a strong background in writing and in the teaching of writing and should be committed to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity. Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:
· Advanced degree in history, the social sciences, cultural studies, or literature with an emphasis on world cultures or global studies
· A passion for working with young people
· A desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Experience in working with high school or college age students in an academic setting.
· Experience working in an ELL/NNS student population.

The position is a full-time, one-year appointment, available for the upcoming 2010 – 2011 school year. Compensation will be within the expected norms for comparable positions. The School offers a very generous benefits package and does not discriminate on any basis in matters of employment. Please send letter of interest, resume, writing sample, statement of educational philosophy, and the names of 3 – 5 references to: Lisa Bolig, Human Resources, Bentley School, 1 Hiller Dr., Oakland, CA 94618
or lbolig@bentleyschool.net

The Crucible

2 Positions:
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Crucible Faculty Member
 
The Crucible (www.thecrucible.org) is a non-profit educational collaboration of arts, industry, and community. We offer a wide range of classes to over 5000 students a year. Our curriculum is designed to promote creative expression, reuse of materials, and innovative design. Our programs attract working artists, trades people, and youth and adults from the greater Bay Area. We are looking for creative individuals to join our talented faculty. This is highly collaborative position that will work with a varied group of artistic, motivated individuals.
We are seeking part time instructors in the following areas:
Glass flameworking, blacksmithing, and mixed media sculpture
These faculty positions begin in June 2010 for our youth and adult summer programs.

Qualifications:
The Crucible seeks candidates with a minimum of five years of experience producing work projects in their area of expertise, a minimum of two years teaching experience, and the capacity to create an inspiring environment in the classroom. Master of Industrial Design or Master of Fine Arts are preferred, but candidates with significant professional experience are welcome to apply and will also be considered. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching, curriculum design and development, and collaboration.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include teaching fine and industrial arts in an artistically diverse environment, as well as participating in departmental and administrative matters. Develop and maintain area procedures and standards. Work with Program Directors and Youth Manager to support The Crucible’s behavior policies and adherence to The Crucible studio safety rules. Organize materials and supplies before and after classes and workshops. Collaborate with Head of Area to order materials as needed.

Curriculum:
Curriculum includes teaching courses in areas that focus on foundational skills. Work with program director on advancing/developing and updating curriculum
Faculty Meetings, Open Houses & Events
Each faculty member is required to attend two open houses or events a year to represent your area. You are also required to attend at least two faculty meetings a year.
The Crucible currently schedules at least five events a year. At each event there are opportunities to demonstrate and represent your area. These events present the best opportunity for you to market classes. Open houses and events bring in an array of potential students and our faculty offers exciting demonstrations.

Application Procedure:
Applications are due by June 1, 2010.
Interviews will occur June 7-9 and orientation occurs on June 15, 2010.

To apply:
E-mail a letter of interest, current CV, examples of creative work (portfolio or URL), and the names of three references, to: info@thecrucible.org
Please supply your information in a pdf or .doc format.
No faxes or calls please!

The Crucible is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin or sexual orientation.
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Crucible Teaching Assistant
 
The Crucible (www.thecrucible.org) is a non-profit educational collaboration of arts, industry, and community. We offer a wide range of classes to over 5000 students a year. Our curriculum is designed to promote creative expression, reuse of materials, and innovative design. Our programs attract working artists, trades people, and youth and adults from the greater Bay Area. We are looking for creative individuals to join our talented faculty. This is highly collaborative position that will work with a varied group of artistic, motivated individuals.
We are seeking part time teaching assistants in the following areas:
Ceramics, MIG, Mixed Media, woodcarving, clay mask making, cartoneria, and soft circuits.
These assistant positions begin in June 2010 for our youth and adult summer programs.
Qualifications:
The Crucible seeks candidates with a minimum of three years of experience producing projects in their area of expertise, a minimum of one years teaching experience, and the capacity to create an inspiring environment in our classroom. Candidates with professional experience are welcome to apply and will be considered. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching, curriculum design and development, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include teaching fine and industrial arts in an artistically diverse environment, as well as participating in departmental and administrative matters. Develop and maintain area procedures and standards. Work with Program Directors and Youth Manager to support The Crucible’s behavior policies and adherence to The Crucible studio safety rules. Organize materials and supplies before and after classes and workshops. Collaborate with Head of Area to order materials as needed.
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Curriculum:
Curriculum includes teaching courses in areas that focus on foundational skills. Work with program director on advancing/developing and updating curriculum
Faculty Meetings, Open Houses & Events
Each faculty member is required to attend two open houses or events a year to represent your area. You are also required to attend at least two faculty meetings a year.
The Crucible currently schedules at least five events a year. At each event there are opportunities to demonstrate and represent your area. These events present the best opportunity for you to market classes. Open houses and events bring in an array of potential students and our faculty offers exciting demonstrations.

Application Procedure:
Applications are due by June 1, 2010.
Interviews will occur June 7-9 and orientation occurs on June 15, 2010.

To apply:
E-mail a letter of interest, current CV, examples of creative work (portfolio or URL), and the names of three references, to: info@thecrucible.org
Please supply your information in a pdf or .doc format.
No faxes or calls please!

The Crucible is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin or sexual orientation.

Bentley School

sixth grade Humanities Teacher

Bentley School, a K-12 independent school in Oakland, California, seeks a full-time sixth grade Humanities Teacher. Additional duties entail being an advisor to a small group of sixth through eighth graders. The curriculum includes a study of the Middle East, India, and China, with particular attention paid to diverse religions’ origins and teachings, and an ongoing examination of current events. A commitment to multicultural education is required, and experience with middle school populations, differentiated instruction, project-based learning, the Writing Process, reading and writing workshop models, interdisciplinary integration, and curriculum mapping is preferred.

Interested applicants should send a resumé to Duncan Lyon, Assistant Head of School, via email: dlyon@bentleyschool.net.

Children’s Day School

Art Teacher

Children’s Day School (CDS) in San Francisco is looking for a talented Art Teacher to join our art faculty 4 days/week. We are seeking an experienced teacher with proven leadership ability who knows how to work with students whose love of learning and high sense of social responsibility match their creativity and high academic skills.

Responsibilities
• Expertly designing and implementing an engaging, constructivist, age-appropriate art curriculum.
• Fostering and encouraging the socio-emotional growth of each student.
• Writing biannual progress report narratives for each student, producing regular student work showcases, and ongoing reporting to parents.
• Enthusiastically collaborating with the CDS Faculty to design projects relevant to each classrooms’ curriculum.
• Active participation in weekly meetings with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ordering art supplies for the school and collaborating with an art colleague to manage the art budget.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Mastery in concepts of art and ability to support students through the creative process (alongside skill development) in inspiring ways.
• Strong commitment to building a learning community where the people, culture and curriculum reflect the racial, ethnic, economic and family diversity of San Francisco.
• Ability to take initiative, work passionately and joyfully, and form effective partnerships with teachers, administrators and parents.
• Willingness to give and receive effective feedback to and from students and colleagues.
• Commitment to developing professionally as an educator and supporting the development of others.
• Passion for working with preschool – middle school age youth.
• Respectful authority in the classroom.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in technology.

Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
• A bachelor’s degree or higher
• 3+ years teaching a range of grade levels
• A California teaching credential, or be working towards a teaching credential
• Experience with Responsive Classroom (and/or interest in being trained)
• Spanish speakers preferred

Compensation
Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits offered including medical, dental and vision insurance and a retirement plan.

CDS is a racially and ethnically diverse community and we seek the same in our faculty and staff.

Contact Information
Send resume, cover letter and names of 3 references. E-mail preferred.
Kerry Parker, Assistant to the Head of School
Children's Day School
333 Dolores Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 861-5419 (fax)
kerryp@cds-sf.org

College Prep

Director of Alumni Relations

Position: The Director of Alumni Relations has primary responsibility for developing and implementing programs to build and sustain relationships with College Prep alumni and current students, and to develop those relationships into long term support for the school. The Director of Alumni Relations works collaboratively with other members of the Development Office staff–the Director of Annual Giving, Director of Communications, and Development Associate, under the supervision of the Director of Development—while maintaining independent oversight of alumni programs.

Organization: Founded in 1960, College Prep is an independent, coeducational secondary school created for intellectual risk-takers who want to pursue a purposeful education with kindred peers. Our mission is to prepare students for productive, ethical lives in college and beyond by fostering a stimulating education within an atmosphere of consideration, trust and mutual responsibility. We actively encourage creativity, intellectual curiosity, independent thinking, ethical sensitivity, civic involvement, and global awareness.

Responsibilities:
Outreach, cultivation, & stewardship
Respond to all inquiries and requests from alumni as the primary alumni contact
Work closely with the President of the Alumni Association to establish alumni program goals and activities
Lead and facilitate meetings of the Alumni Association Executive Committee
Recruit, train, and manage alumni volunteers, including members of the Executive Committee, class-reunion committees, the senior giving committee, class representatives, and others
Fundraising, fiscal oversight, & reporting
Identify and cultivate prospective donors through personal outreach and institutional engagement and support campaign activity
Work with alumni and seniors to write and revise solicitations for campaign gifts, reunion-class gifts, and the senior class gift
Lead the senior giving campaign
Manage and develop alumni budget
Provide alumni metrics monthly to the Board of Trustees
Events
Plan and coordinate all aspects of alumni and senior events including an alumni/faculty lunch, the holiday party, the all-alumni reunion, the 50 days to graduation celebration, the senior reception, regional events, and other events as needed
Assist every class celebrating a milestone year with planning a class reunion
Communications & Data Management
Lead and supervise the development of a new alumni website and online community and collaborate with the development team to manage data
Solicit, write, and edit content for email blasts, e-newsletters, and print newsletters
Create and manage website content, including writing alumni news stories
Manage alumni social networking groups
Keep meticulous records of alumni contact, attendance, volunteering, and news in database
Find contact information for “lost” alumni

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated success in organizing and leading volunteers
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide prompt, courteous customer service
High attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and superb organizational skills
Experience using databases, online applications, and social networking sites
2+ years development experience in an academic setting is preferred
Other: Must be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and handle confidential matters with discretion. Weekend and evening event work is occasionally required.

Compensation: The salary and benefits for this position are competitive and include health, dental and life insurance coverage, and most pleasantly and collegially, a prepared lunch. Please send a resume and cover letter to Kim Coull, Director of Development, The College Preparatory School, 6100 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94618. Fax: (510) 652-7467. Email: jobs@college-prep.org. For more information about the school, please visit our website at: www.college-prep.org.
College Prep, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital or veteran status, age, or disability. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students.

Lick-Wilmerding

3 Positions:
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GLASS SHOP TEACHER
Begins August 2010

Overview of School
Lick-Wilmerding is an independent, innovative, collaborative, diverse, college-preparatory high school where the kids are fantastic, the faculty superb, the compensation very competitive, the professional development resources significant, the benefits outstanding, and the average student load for full-time teachers is just 65.
Visit our website at www.lwhs.org to learn about the Lick-Wilmerding community.

Overview of the Position
Lick Wilmerding High School is looking for excellent candidates for a full-time Glass position in the Technical Arts for at least one year.  We are looking for teachers with a passion for the arts, crafts, and design technology, have their own practice and are eager to critically and creatively engage students in the Arts. We are looking for colleagues who are kind, thoughtful, energetic, innovative teachers, and all-around "school people" who want to participate in and contribute to our vibrant department and community. We encourage risk taking in our teaching practice while maintaining academic rigor, craftsmanship, and clear expectations. Ideal candidates will have three years teaching experience, a master's degree in the Arts, and significant glass training (stained glass, sandblasting, bead making, and glass fusing). Other strengths may include: sculpture, rendering and drafting, eco-design, cross-disciplinary approaches to problem finding and solving, inspire collaboration, interest in creating with a public purpose and service learning. A love of high school students, adaptability, and a sense of humor are required.

How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy and contact information for 3 references to jobs@lwhs.org. If sending attachments, please generate your documents in MS Word.

Lick-Wilmerding has an institutional commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
This position begins August 2010 and is open until filled. And, please, no phone calls or faxes.
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HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH POSITION
Temporary substitute position for maternity leave Begins Fall 2010

Overview of School
Lick-Wilmerding is an independent, innovative, collaborative, diverse, college-preparatory high school where the kids are fantastic, the faculty superb, the compensation very competitive, the professional development resources significant, the benefits outstanding, and the average student load for teachers is just 65.
Visit our website at www.lwhs.org to learn about the Lick-Wilmerding community.

Overview of Position
We seek excellent candidates to fill 1 full-time (4 classes), temporary English position. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience at the high school level and a master's degree in English or in Education. We are looking for colleagues who are thoughtful, energetic and passionate teachers, and all-around "school people" who want to participate in and contribute to our vibrant community. Candidates must be willing to plan collaboratively with a teaching team. A love of high school students, flexibility, and a sense of humor are required.

How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy and contact information for 3 references to jobs@lwhs.org. If sending attachments, please generate your documents in MS Word.
Lick-Wilmerding has an institutional commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
This is an 8-week position that begins in the fall of 2010 – the start date is to be determined--and is open until filled. And, please, no phone calls or faxes.
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HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH POSITION – TEMPORARY, SABBATICAL REPLACEMENT
 
Overview of School
Lick-Wilmerding is an independent, innovative, collaborative, diverse, college-preparatory high school where the kids are fantastic, the faculty superb, the compensation very competitive, the professional development resources significant, the benefits outstanding, and the average student load for teachers is just 65. Visit our website at www.lwhs.org to learn about the Lick-Wilmerding community.

Overview of the Position
We seek qualified candidates to fill one temporary, full-time Spanish position (4 sections) from August-December of 2010 while a teacher is on sabbatical. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience at the high school level, a deep knowledge of Spanish language and Spanish and Latin American cultures, and familiarity with student-centered approaches to teaching language.  We seek teachers who are committed to using multiple modalities and perspectives to help students with diverse learning styles and educational backgrounds achieve the goals and objectives of the curriculum, and who are committed to equitable teaching practices in the classroom. In addition, we are looking for genuine colleagues, thoughtful, energetic and passionate teachers, and all-around "school people" who want to participate in and contribute to our vibrant community.  A love of high school students, flexibility, and a sense of humor are required.

How to Apply
To apply for one of our positions, please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy and contact information for 3 references in MS Word format to jobs@lwhs.org. No calls or faxes, please.
 
Lick-Wilmerding has an institutional commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
 
The position begins Fall 2010 and is open until filled.

Julia Morgan School for Girls

Music Teacher

We seek a talented teacher who can inspire students to see the artist within each of them. This person should have an understanding of the unique needs of middle school girls and should be excited about working specifically with them. Candidates must be knowledgeable in music and have successful middle or high school teaching experience, and exhibit excellent communication skills.

In addition to an expertise in music, the interested applicant should be flexible, passionate, responsible, and exhibit excellent communication skills. The ideal candidates should have experience teaching or working with youth, have excellent classroom management skills, and enjoy working in a collaborative and rich learning environment. A sense of humor is also a prerequisite when working with middle school girls.
Class size is 20 – 21 students. There are three sections of each grade level. You will work collaboratively with members of each grade level team to fully integrate music across disciplines.

Teacher responsibilities outside the classroom include serving as a grade-level advisor to 10-12 students, parent-advisor-student conferences, as well as some evening and weekend duties. The Music teacher will be responsible for various school performances. In addition, the Music teacher might have some sort of “duty” that will require him or her to cover afternoon pickup and/or morning drop off or lunch supervisions. All teachers come together on a regular basis for professional development and faculty meetings.

Located in Oakland, the Julia Morgan School for Girls, is dedicated to a faculty that accurately reflects the diversity of the East Bay and teachers who embrace the mission of the school: educating the compassionate, capable, confident, and creative young women of tomorrow.
Julia Morgan School for Girls is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or family composition in administration of its hiring or employment policies. People of color are encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants should forward their letters of interest, résumés and references to:

Kerryn La Duc
Academic Dean
Julia Morgan School for Girls
kpladuc@juliamorganschool.org

the San Francisco Friends School

Assistant Director of Development

The San Francisco Friends School, a Quaker K-8 school located in the Mission district of San Francisco, seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Development to join its office in the summer of 2010. Ideally this position would begin at approximately 24 hours/week, and move to F/T within the year, although there is some flexibility. The position is year-round, with competitive salary and benefits and a supportive school community.
An ideal candidate would be an experienced fundraising professional compelled by the Friends school mission, which includes an exemplary education supported by a community dedicated to peaceful problem-solving, service to others, simplicity, respect for the individual and silent reflection. For more information about San Francisco Friends School or Quaker education, please visit our website at www.sffriendsschool.org or The Friends Council on Education at www.friendscouncil.org.

Responsibilities:
Work with Director of Development and Development Associate to organize a fundraising program, produce written/marketing materials, and build relationships with the SFFS community.
Manage the Annual Fund program, including refining and implementing Annual Fund strategies, supervising mailings, and working closely with Annual Fund volunteers.
Work closely with Director of Development to create and launch school’s alumni program, including database (Raiser’s Edge) preparation and management, creating events for young alumni and former parents, and managing online and print correspondence.
With other development staff and volunteers, manage formal and informal events, including volunteer trainings, GrandFriends Day, and support of the annual auction (Blue Party).
Support the Board of Trustees and Development Committees.
Perform additional projects and events as assigned by the Director of Development necessary to achieve financial and other goals of the Development Office.

Qualifications and Experience:
Desire to be a part of a collaborative office committed to supporting Quaker education.
Bachelor’s Degree with three to five years of professional fundraising experience, preferably in independent schools

Required Skills: excellent written and oral communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strongly preferred: Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising database.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with donors, prospects, and SFFS community.
Demonstrated talent for managing and inspiring volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete multiple tasks on time with competing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality within the school community and in regard to information on prospects and donors.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a resume and thoughtful cover letter to development@sffriendsschool.org or send by mail to:
Marlene Sloger, Director of Development
San Francisco Friends School
250 Valencia Street 94103

Marin Academy

3 Positions:
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Assistant to the College Counseling Office
Starting Summer 2010

Marin Academy seeks an experienced office assistant for a half-time position in the College Counseling office. Candidates should have at least three years of experience working in a school or an office environment, be adept with various computer programs (including Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and others), and willing to learn new applications as well as how to update the school’s college counseling website.
Successful candidates will be self-starters, have a sense of humor, work well under pressure, and enjoy working with high school students and their parents. Good organizational skills are a must. Duties include but are not limited to: scheduling and promoting visits by college representatives; putting together, submitting, and tracking school materials for students in the college application process; answering questions from students and parents about the intricacies of the process; maintaining confidentiality around the college application process; attending some evening events sponsored by the College Counseling office; overseeing all office records and statistics; and assisting with PSAT and AP exams. Candidates should also have the inclination and experience to work in a diverse community focused on issues of equity and social justice.

Marin Academy is an independent, college preparatory high school located in the Bay Area in San Rafael, CA with an enrollment of 400 students with academic talent, interest in the arts and athletics, and a passion for a multitude of issues. Our students come from San Francisco, the East Bay and Sonoma in addition to Marin County. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Marin Academy’s mission statement “asks every individual to think, question, and create in an environment of encouragement and compassion, and challenges each person to accept the responsibilities posed by education in a democratic society.” The school is a vibrant and diverse community, and students and adults alike continue to work towards the furthering of an inclusive and supportive school. For the past four years, every employee of Marin Academy, ranging from part-time employees to the Head of School, has engaged in regular, consistent professional development work to advance multicultural understanding, inclusion, and equity in the school community. This work is led by the Diversity Council, a group including faculty and administrators, in conjunction with external consulting partners. Marin Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity, and people of color and women are encouraged to apply.  For more information about Marin Academy, please visit our website ( www.ma.org).

Please send resume and letter of interest by May 6th to:
Jennifer Blake
Co-Director, College Counseling
Marin Academy
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1859
jblake@ma.org
No phone calls, please.
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Full-Time French and Spanish Teacher
Beginning August 2010
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Part-Time Japanese Teacher Leave Replacement
August-October 2010

Marin Academy seeks an experienced high school French and Spanish teacher for a full-time position beginning August 2010. Candidates should have high school or college teaching experience in all levels of French, from French I through French V Literature, and introductory through intermediate levels of Spanish. There is potential that the positions could be separated into part-time French and part-time Spanish teaching posts. A teaching credential is not required. Candidates should have the inclination and experience to work in a diverse community focused on issues of equity and social justice. The World Languages Department emphasizes an immersion in the target language in the classroom and an understanding of grammar, speaking, writing, and culture. Candidates should be equally comfortable teaching all ability levels.
Marin Academy seeks an experienced Japanese teacher to teach one section of Japanese IV Honors from August through October 2010. Candidates should have secondary or college teaching experience working with experienced speakers of Japanese.

Marin Academy is an independent, college preparatory high school located in the Bay Area in San Rafael, CA with an enrollment of 400 students with academic talent, interest in the arts and athletics, and a passion for a multitude of issues. Our students come from San Francisco, the East Bay and Sonoma in addition to Marin County. Full-time teachers teach four classes, and work with one student activity (i.e. a student club), while taking an active role in the every day life of the school. Our teachers are passionate about their subject areas and about working with high school students. Marin Academy has a block schedule in which classes meet every other day for 80-minute periods. Salary and benefits are very competitive.

Marin Academy’s mission statement “asks every individual to think, question, and create in an environment of encouragement and compassion, and challenges each person to accept the responsibilities posed by education in a democratic society.” The school is a vibrant and diverse community, and students and teachers alike continue to work towards the furthering of an inclusive and supportive school. For the past four years, every employee of Marin Academy, ranging from part-time employees to the Head of School, has engaged in regular, consistent professional development work to advance multicultural understanding, inclusion, and equity in the school community. This work is led by the Diversity Council, a group including faculty and administrators, in conjunction with external consulting partners. Marin Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity, and people of color and women are encouraged to apply.  For more information about Marin Academy, please visit our website ( www.ma.org).

Please send resume and letter of interest to:
Joe Harvey
Academic Dean
Marin Academy
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1859
Or as attachments to jharvey@ma.org.

Sacred Heart Schools

Elementary School Spanish Teacher

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton (SHS) is seeking an excellent candidate for a full-time elementary school Spanish teacher position for the 2010-2011 academic year.

This position will teach grades one through eight.

Required qualifications include one to three years of teaching experience at an elementary or middle school, a BA in Spanish, Education, or a related field, and high proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening in Spanish.

Preferred qualifications include experience teaching at an elementary AND middle school level, an MA in Spanish, Education, or a related field, and a credential in Spanish.

Please reference St. Joe’s Spanish Teacher 2010-2011 when submitting your resume and cover letter for consideration.

For full job detail and to apply, please visit: http://www.shschools.org.

Cathedral School For Boys

Latin Teacher

Latin teacher sought for fall 2010 at Cathedral School For Boys. We use the Cambridge Latin Course series. This is a 4/5th position.
Cathedral School for Boys is an equal opportunity employer and promotes the principles and practices of diversity throughout the school community. Compensation is competitive and includes health, dental and vision insurance and TIAA/CREF annuity program.

How to Apply Interested individuals should email cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to:
Markus Hunt
Upper School Head
Cathedral School for Boys
1275 Sacramento Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
hunt@cathedralschool.net

Please include your resume in the body of your email and as an attachment.
Cathedral School for Boys is an independent K-8 school located at Grace Cathedral on Nob Hill in San Francisco. The teacher will teach Latin to all boys in seventh and eighth grade. Other duties may apply. An excellent curriculum is in place and needs an able steward.

Overview of School
Founded in 1957, Cathedral School for Boys is an independent Episcopal school located on the grounds of Grace Cathedral, serving the San Francisco community. The school enrolls 245 boys in kindergarten through eighth grade and is fully accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools. Cathedral School for Boys strives to provide an education derived from three main sources: the highest academic and personal standards humanely applied; a diverse community united in its concern for the school and for the world; and an active engagement with religion and the spiritual dimension.
Academically, the school sets high standards in literacy, basic skills, self-discipline, the joy of learning, and the pursuit of wisdom. We set equally high standards in good behavior, caring, mutual respect, truth telling and honor, and emphasize these qualities in all aspects of school life. Art, music, drama and physical education are integral parts of the curriculum. We prepare boys to enter demanding secondary schools confidently; we recognize that there are a variety of learning styles and paces among able students, and we try to teach accordingly. Teachers focus on learning styles that are boy-friendly, particularly hands-on, active lessons, which allow for movement and vigor.
We believe strongly in the immeasurable impact of a talented, enthusiastic and loving collegial faculty. These men and women are recruited and retained based on their professional skills, their willingness to model the highest standards in every respect, and their commitment to professional and personal growth. It is a priority of the school to provide funds and other support for that growth, and to offer competitive faculty compensation and benefits.

Mission Statement
• To provide an excellent education for boys at the elementary level.
• To attract a diverse student body of strong academic potential.
• To provide a school committed to intellectual inquiry and rigor, centered in the Episcopal tradition, respectful of and welcoming to people of all religious traditions and beliefs.
• To develop civic responsibility through exemplary programs of outreach and service.
• To create a community bonded by open-heartedness, hope, compassion and concern.

NOTES:
Additional Salary Information: Commensurate with experience.

Requirements
• A Masters degree and/or teaching credential; preferably in Latin.
• At least three years as of successful experience as a Latin teacher.
• Thorough knowledge of theory and practice for middle school curricula as well as experience in curricular design and implementation.
• Strong interest in the learning styles and social-emotional development of boys.
• Highly developed organizational skills and communication skills.
• Caring listener, reflective, compassionate, flexible, hard worker with a great sense of humor.

St. Paul’s Episcopal School

2 Positions:
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St. Paul’s Episcopal School, located across from Lake Merritt in Oakland, enrolls 350 boys and girls from diverse backgrounds in Kindergarten - Grade 8. St. Paul’s provides an education that is intellectually challenging, culturally pluralistic, and morally and spiritually enriching. Caring, committed faculty members, in partnership with parents, serve as role models, mentors and guides. St. Paul’s has an academically talented and ethnically diverse student body and seeks the same in its faculty.


St. Paul’s seeks to fill the Seventh Grade Humanities Teacher maternity leave position, for January-June 2011, with an experienced, dynamic individual who:
• can deliver a developmentally appropriate Middle School Program that teaches literature, grammar, and writing integrated with a social studies curriculum of world cultures
• can provide opportunities for language expression in a variety of forms,
• can develop writing fluency, with grammar, structure and writing mechanics as on-going part of instruction,
• can give students skills needed for reading analysis,
• can provide opportunities for sharing knowledge with others,
• can expose students to a multicultural perspective of universal human experience,
• has excellent communication skills with both children and adults,
• values collegiality with other teachers and administrators,
• has a warm and energetic personality and a good sense of humor.

St. Paul’s seeks to fill the Seventh Grade Humanities Teacher maternity leave position, for January-June 2011, with an experienced, dynamic individual who:
• can deliver a developmentally appropriate Middle School Program that teaches literature, grammar, and writing integrated with a social studies curriculum of world cultures
• can provide opportunities for language expression in a variety of forms,
• can develop writing fluency, with grammar, structure and writing mechanics as on-going part of instruction,
• can give students skills needed for reading analysis,
• can provide opportunities for sharing knowledge with others,
• can expose students to a multicultural perspective of universal human experience,
• has excellent communication skills with both children and adults,
• values collegiality with other teachers and administrators,
• has a warm and energetic personality and a good sense of humor.
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St. Paul’s seeks to fill the Fifth Grade Teacher position, for the 2010-11 academic year, with an experienced, dynamic individual who:

• can create a developmentally appropriate cooperative learning environment,
• has experience integrating thematic units across the curriculum,
• can provide opportunities for sharing knowledge with others,
• can expose students to a multicultural perspective of universal human experience,
• has excellent communication skills with both children and adults,
• values collegiality with other teachers and administrators,
• has a warm and energetic personality and a good sense of humor, and
• has a degree and masters or credential preferred.

The students are supported by specialists in physical education, music, computers, Spanish, and art.

The students are supported by specialists in physical education, music, computers, Spanish, and art.

Send cover letter, resume and references to:

Karan A. Merry, Head of School
St. Paul’s Episcopal School
116 Montecito Ave.
Oakland, California 94610
jobrien@spes.org

These are full time position with competitive salary and excellent benefits.