Employment Opportunities

Learning Resource Department Teacher, First Grade
Full-Time, Non-Exempt positions
2009-2010 School Year

San Francisco Day School is seeking a Learning Resource Department Teacher in the First Grade. This individual will work under the general supervision of the Lower School Head and report directly to the LRD Director. The LRD Teacher is responsible for facilitating the learning of students with learning differences, which interfere with access or processing of the regular curriculum. The Lead teacher works in collaboration with grade level teams in the development of differentiated curriculum, effective instructional methods, and individualized educational plans.  The Lead teacher will coordinate educational planning with grade level expectations to ensure academic integration of the school program.

Responsibilities and Duties include:
The Learning Resource Teacher will design, teach and evaluate curricular units that include differentiated instruction for diverse learners. He/she will teach small groups within or outside of the classroom, and will coordinate grade screenings; administer and analyze student assessments; develop learning profiles and educational plans; as well as maintain the School First Grade LRD Database.

The successful candidate will communicate regularly with parents, attending Parent Teacher Conferences, weekly faculty meetings, class field trips, and faculty in-service days. The Teacher will be expected to assume responsibility for classroom set-up and classroom management structure, as well as lunch, playground, dismissal and arrival duties. It is expected that this individual will attend various school functions throughout the year, including parent potluck dinners, performing arts programs, field days and evening events.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a committed career in teaching, with a minimum of two years experience in a classroom, as a teacher, an intern or a student teacher. A teaching credential is preferred, including specific training and experience in multi-sensory, research-based instructional methods, relevant to the filed of learning disabilities.

The individual must have ability to relate well with people; relate to the difficulties and concerns that parents, faculty and the general school community experience related to academic and cognitive differences. The successful candidate must maintain a high level of integrity with regard to matters which may be considered confidential in nature. Ability to work collaboratively is essential. An interest in a communicative, collaborative environment where feedback and mentoring are important components is expected.

About Us
San Francisco Day School is a K-8, nonprofit private school in the heart of the city with an enrollment of approximately 400 students. San Francisco Day School educates, nurtures, and inspires girls and boys of diverse backgrounds to achieve their highest academic and creative potential, to embrace ethical values, and to become active contributors to their communities.

San Francisco Day School welcomes children, families, faculty, and staff that reflect the broad range of diversity in the Bay Area. The School values the strengths and accomplishments of the individuals who are part of the community and takes pride in the diversity and special character of the community as a whole. We actively support equal opportunity for all people and encourage people of color and LGBT individuals to apply.

To Apply
Please send a resume, preferences for grade level work, salary expectations, and a cover letter explaining why your experience is appropriate for this position to:

Human Resources
San Francisco Day School
350 Masonic Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94118
hr@sfds.net