List of 5 items.

• 3rd and 4th Grade Judaic Studies Teacher

  Job Title: 3rd and 4th Grade Judaic Studies Teacher
  Location: The Brandeis School of San Francisco
  Employment Type: Full-Time
  Start Date: August 13, 2025
  
  About The Brandeis School of San Francisco
  
  The Brandeis School of San Francisco is a vibrant and inclusive Jewish day school committed to academic excellence, character development, and Jewish learning. Rooted in Jewish values, we inspire students to engage meaningfully with tradition, text, and community while fostering a lifelong love of learning.
  
  Position Overview
  
  We seek a creative and dynamic educator with solid experience in teaching Judaic Studies in an engaging and comprehensive manner. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, depth of knowledge, and a student-centered approach to the classroom, fostering a love for Jewish learning, while building strong connections with students and families.
  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  Teach Judaic Studies (Torah, Jewish holidays, Israel, values, and traditions) in an engaging and meaningful way.
  Plan and teach a challenging and developmentally appropriate course of study, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively.
  Create an inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive interactions with students, and clear expectations for community behavior.
  Engage students in experiential learning, encouraging deep investigation of topics as part of an emergent curriculum.
  Foster a warm, inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to explore their Jewish identity.
  Guide students in tefillah (prayer) and holiday celebrations, helping them build a personal connection to Jewish practice.
  Collaborate with other lower school teachers and educators to develop curriculum,  and implement special projects.
  Work and communicate effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, and newsletters.
  Support and follow the school policies and procedures.
  Be a positive and contributing member of the professional community.
  
  Position Qualifications
  Bachelor’s degree, teaching credential or Masters degree in Judaic Studies, Education or a related field.
  Minimum of two years teaching at the elementary school level
  Eligible to work in the U.S.
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  Strong leadership and facilitative skills.
  Fluency or proficiency in Hebrew a plus
  Passion for creating a joyful and intellectually rich learning environment.
  
  The salary range for this position is $70,000 - 110,000 annually based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided.
  
  

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through our de- biased application process at Applied. We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly.
  
  

  The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our vibrant school community.

   

   

   

• Controller

  Position: Controller

  FLSA Classification: Full time, Exempt

  Reports To: Director of Finance & Operations

  Position Purpose: The Controller plays a key role within the Business Office, responsible for overseeing the preparation of financial reports and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. The role is available for immediate start.

  About The Brandeis School of San Francisco

  Brandeis is known for its warm, inclusive community, deep commitment to academic excellence, and a culture that nurtures both students and staff. With a focus on whole-child education and values-driven leadership, it’s a place where people show up fully—as professionals, as learners, and as humans. Staff are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow, and every role is seen as essential to the school’s success.

  Why This Role is Special:
  This isn’t just an opportunity to join a school—it’s a chance to be part of a team that values both heart and hustle. The Director of Finance & Operations, who stepped into the role after more than 20 years in Human Resources, brings a leadership style grounded in partnership, clarity, and purpose.

  The Controller will enjoy autonomy in their work within a collaborative, high-energy environment. The team is thoughtful, hands-on, and committed to running a business office that functions smoothly and contributes meaningfully to the school’s mission. This is an opportunity well-suited for someone who wants to bring technical expertise and full humanity to their daily work.

   Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  
  General Accounting and Financial Reporting

  ● Responsible for managing the accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial information.

  ●  Prepare monthly financial statements, including variance analyses.

  ●   Uploads the annual budget into Blackbaud.

  ●   Supervise student billing and general accounting operations.

  ●  Review account reconciliations on a monthly basis.

  ●   Ensure timely, accurate payment of debt service and swap settlement.

  ●  Assist the Director of Finance & Operations in the preparation and monitoring of departmental budgets and forecasts, working with other administrators and department heads concerning budget performance.

  ●  Communicate accounting policies to affected employees and ensure compliance with such policies.

  ●  Monitor and analyze the school’s financial performance, identifying areas of concern or opportunity.

  Cash

  ●  Supervise all incoming cash receipts and deposits.

  ●  Manage the school’s cash flow, including monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimizing the use of funds.

  ●  Coordinate with appropriate parties to ensure timely collection of tuition and fees, and manage other billing and collections processes.

  Audit

  ●  Take lead position on the preparation of schedules and work papers for the annual audit (school and retirement plan)

  ●  Take lead position on Form 990 preparation.

  ●  Maintain permanent office files for all audit schedules prepared by the school

  ●  Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting

  ●  Stay updated on changes in the accounting standards that may impact the school's financial operations.

  ●  Identify and mitigate financial risks, recommend improvements to minimize potential liabilities.

  Other

  ●  Other miscellaneous tasks as assigned in support of the Director of Finance & Operations.

  Position Qualifications:

  ●  Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

  ●  Minimum 5–7 years of experience in non-profit accounting, including managerial experience in an educational setting.

  ●  Working knowledge of non-profit accounting is essential.
  
  Competencies

  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  ●  Ability to learn and teach others established processes - Recognizes the importance of learning and motivates others by own enthusiasm. Is able to learn and reproduce the current processes and recommend best practices to streamline them.

  ●    Time management skills - Manages numerous tasks and projects simultaneously,    while adhering to deadlines and honoring commitments to various stakeholders. Able to forecast and adapt to busy and less busy periods and adjust work/life balance appropriately.

  ●     Organizational skills - Creates action plans to goals and objectives. Conducts periodic reviews of progress and measures against goals. Establishes broad policies for the office to ensure success.

  ● Communications skills - Effectively communicates complex accounting, and financial and service issues orally and in writing. Maintains open communication channels with colleagues, vendors, and parents. Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.

  ●  Problem-solving skills - Considers a range of internal and external factors when solving problems. Grasps complexities and perceives relationships among different problems or issues.

   

  Physical qualifications:

  ●  Regularly sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear, and visually interact with individuals from school-aged children to adults.

  ●  Be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs

  ●  Regularly use close and distance vision

  ●  Work at a desk and computer screen

  ●  Turn, bend, reach, and occasionally use a ladder

  ●  Work in a traditional, climate-controlled office environment

   

  To apply, visit: Applied

  Compensation:

  Range 120K-140K

   

• Lower School Resident Teacher

  Position Title:                        Resident Teacher

  FLSA Classification:            100% FTE, non-exempt position, M-F work schedule

  Reports To:                           Director of Lower School

  Position Purpose:                Assist lead teachers

   

  The Brandeis School of San Francisco inspires students to lead lives of learning and purpose. We provide a challenging academic environment and a welcoming, inclusive community, each deeply enriched by Jewish thought, values, and traditions. We are seeking an outstanding resident teacher for our students. This position is for the 2025-2026 school year and begins in August 2025.

   

  The Teacher Residency Program at The Brandeis School of San Francisco allows new and experienced teachers to develop their teaching skills through hands-on experience in the classroom under the guidance of mentor teachers. The resident-mentor relationship fosters a community of intellectual curiosity and expansion in which all teachers can learn from one another through collaboration, discussion, and reflection.
  
  

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assisting the lead teachers in planning, teaching, and general classroom management.
  • Accepting, supporting, and adopting the curriculum, disciplinary procedures, and general classroom style and atmosphere established by the lead teacher(s).
  • Assuming responsibility, as directed by the teacher(s), for classroom setup, units of instruction, and both individual and group instruction.
  • Assuming responsibility—along with other faculty—for specified duties, which include lunch and recess duty, dismissal times, helping with special projects and events, and contributing to the general care and maintenance of the classrooms, faculty lounge, and community spaces.
  • Entering into all aspects of the day with a growth mindset and willingness to learn.

             

  Resident Teachers Expectations

  • Supporting and assisting the teacher in setting up the classroom and cleaning up the classroom as needed.
  • Assembling and installing displays of student work.
  • Attending faculty workdays and professional development days prior to the start of the school year and throughout the school year.
  • Attending weekly faculty meetings and team meetings during and after school.
  • Attending various all-school functions throughout the year, including Back to School Night, parent-teacher conferences, evening workshops, trustee-faculty events, faculty retreats, etc.
  • Supporting and assisting the teacher, as requested, in the preparation of progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, classroom open houses, etc.
  • Supporting and following the school’s policies and procedures.

   

  Qualifications

  • B.A. or equivalent.
  • Enrolled in a teaching credential program, preferred.
  • Ability to step in where needed at the school.
  • Ability to demonstrate appropriate love and affection for children, and have a ready smile and encouraging words.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment.

   

  Details

  The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. The salary for this position is $55,553. Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided. More information about the school can be found on our website at www.sfbrandeis.org. The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

  Instructions for Applying

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply at Applied. We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly.

   

  Citizenship, residency, or work Visa in the United States is required.

   

   

   

   

• Music Director

  Position Title: Music Director

  FLSA Classification: Part-time, Temporary

  Reports To: Director of Middle School

  Position Purpose: Musical Director, & Assist with Middle School Musical Production

   

  The Brandeis School of San Francisco has reimagined what is possible in an inclusive, future-focused Jewish day school, becoming an acknowledged leader in asserting the role of spirituality and ethics in educating the whole child. We welcome applicants who see a school environment that fosters challenging academics, student-centered learning, ethics and spirituality, and innovation. This position will begin August, 2025 - January 16, 2026.

   

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the musical direction of an hour long show with somewhere between 9-12 musical numbers
  • Work closely with students: Engage and collaborate with middle school students, fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment.
  • Assist with musical productions: Contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of musical productions, drawing on past experience in similar settings.
  • Operate soundboard and technical equipment: Set up, manage, and troubleshoot sound equipment during rehearsals and performances to ensure high-quality audio output.
  • Manage large groups effectively: Supervise and provide leadership to large groups of middle school students, ensuring a safe, organized, and productive atmosphere during practices and performances.
  • Classes co-taught with theater director
    • Tuesdays
      • 8:25-9:30 - 5th/6th grade
      • 9:35-10:40 - 7th/8th grade
    • Thursdays
      • 1:00-2:05 - 5th/6th grade
      • 2:10-3:15 -  7th/8th grade
      • 3:30-5:00 - All hands rehearsals (September-December)

  Important Dates:

  Mandatory Rehearsals and Performances

  1. Sunday, January 4th: 12:30-3:00
  2. January 5-8 (Monday-Thursday): 2:30-5:15 pm
  3. Sunday, January 11th Tech Rehearsal: 12:00-4:00 pm
  4. Monday, January 12th: 2:30-5:15 pm (Full run through)
  5. Tuesday, January 13th: 1:00-3:00 pm (Dress Rehearsal w/LS)
  6. Wednesday, January 14th and Thursday, January 15th 5:30-8:30pm (Performances)
  7. Friday, January 16th: 10:30 am-12:00 pm Encore Performance for MS

  
  Position Qualifications:

  • B.A. degree (in music or education preferred or related fields)
  • Teaching credential preferred
  • Experience with musical direction and large-scale productions
  • Proficiency accompanying soloists or music groups on the piano/keyboard (preferred not required).
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, with all constituents in a school environment (students, parents, faculty, and staff)
  • Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
  • Flexibility in working across grade levels and with students at varying levels of artistic abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the subject area and a strong background in curriculum and instruction, classroom management, and assessment
  • Have the ability to respond professionally under pressure in disciplinary and emergency situations
  • Have experience with conflict resolution and at solving interpersonal issues
  • Experience running sound cues in the sound booth.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite and Google Apps for Education

   

  Physical Qualifications:

  • Regularly sit, talk, move equipment, hear, interact visually and through movement with students
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
  • Regularly use close and distance vision
  • Work at a desk and computer screen
  • Turn, bend, reach and occasionally use a ladder
  • Work in a traditional climate controlled office environment and outside in typical Western (foggy) San Francisco weather 

   

  Details

  The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. The compensation range for this position is $10,000 - $15,000 based on prior experience, education, and position requirements.  Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided. More information about the school can be found on our website at www.sfbrandeis.org. The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

  Instructions for applying

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply at Applied. We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly.

  Citizenship, residency, or work Visa in the United States is required.

• Substitute Teacher

  Position Title:                        Substitute Teacher

  FLSA Classification:            Non-Exempt

  Position Purpose:                  Substitute for General Studies and/or Judaic Studies Teachers

  
  
  

  The Brandeis School of San Francisco seeks a substitute teacher for our students. The Brandeis School of San Francisco inspires students to lead lives of learning and purpose. We provide a challenging academic environment and a welcoming inclusive community, each deeply enriched by Jewish thought, values, and traditions.

   

  Essential Functions

  • Teach a creative course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner.
  • Follow, develop and enhance the existing curriculum.
  • Create an inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, and clear expectations for community behavior.
  • Collaborate with other teachers, educators, and specialists.

  • Be a positive and contributing member of the professional community.

  • Support and follow the School policies and procedures.

   

  Qualifications:

  • B.A degree.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have a current TB Assessment.
  • Must take and clear a fingerprint test and background check.
  • Must have demonstrated abilities to supervise and guide multi-level-aged students.
  • Must have a ready smile and enjoy working with school-aged youth.
  • Possess a working knowledge of libraries and resources.
  • Must be responsible, calm, and assertive while supervising youth ages 6-15, setting strong boundaries regarding their safety, wellbeing, and interactions with other students.
  • Recent experience working with K-8 students in a classroom setting.
  • Ability to follow and implement lesson plans.
  • Ability to work both independently and cooperatively with others.
  • Demonstrated classroom management skills.
  • Flexible about working with elementary and/or middle school children.
  • Hebrew language skills are a plus.
  • Teaching credential preferred.

   

   

   

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment

  • Regularly sit, stand, talk, and listen.
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
  • Turn, bend, reach, and occasionally use a ladder.
  • Must be able to work in an outdoor West-San Francisco environment (often foggy and cold) and a climate-controlled classroom.

   

  
  Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@sfbrandeis.org. We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly.