Overview of Head Preschool Teacher Position
The San Francisco School, a co-educational, independent Pre-K through 8th grade with a commitment to a multicultural community, is seeking applicants for a Head Preschool Teacher position. The San Francisco School Preschool program incorporates a Montessori environment and activities with the latest educational thinking into a comprehensive early childhood program.
The Head Teacher works as a member of a team (one other Head Teacher and 3 Teachers) in a preschool program for 37 students. The Head Teacher plans and manages the classroom environment; works with children on academic, social and emotional growth; tracks and maintains records for each child; provides for communication with parents; trains and supervises teachers and assistants; participates in the admissions process; and generally shares the full responsibility for the classroom program with a co-Head Teacher. The Head Teacher also works in cooperation with all San Francisco School teachers in offering a comprehensive educational program that attends to the developmental needs of children, from preschool through Middle School. All teachers also come together on a regular basis to examine student work, discuss best teaching practices, and hone professional skills.
Qualifications sought
We seek a talented early childhood educator who can nurture and inspire children. Cultural competence and the ability to work collaboratively in a teaching team are essential. Candidates must be knowledgeable about the Montessori approach and other current methodologies, have successful preschool or kindergarten teaching experience, and exhibit excellent communication skills. Candidates should be student-centered, practiced in differentiated instruction and skilled at attending to the development of the whole child. Early childhood education training is required. A teaching credential or a related MA degree and three years of successful work as a teacher are recommended.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Montessori trained preferred Early Childhood Education core credits Multicultural literacy Sensitivity to the needs of individual children with differing learning styles Understanding of developmental needs of 3 through 6 year olds Enjoy working with young children Strong organizational and communication skillsSupportive and cooperative approach desired Initiative, responsibility, adaptability, creativity, and flexibility Bilingual and/or Spanish proficiency is a plus Successful experience working collaboratively as a team member
Hours: 8:15-3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with afternoon and/or evening meetings, committees, parent education, and assessments occurring several times a month.
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 commitment to social justice. Students learn to think like disciplinarians in a field, consider big and central ideas, and can find and develop 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, proof of ECE units, three references, and how you became aware of this position to: The San Francisco School Attn: PS Head Teacher Position
300 Gaven Street, SF, CA 94134 e-mail: 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.