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• Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Learning Specialist

  Job Title: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Learning Specialist
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  The Brandeis School of San Francisco seeks a joyfully collaborative, kind, and knowledgeable learning specialist for grades K-2 in lower school. The position will begin August 14, and is a one-year interim position. This position will report to the director of the lower school.
  
  Characteristics
  

  • Joyful collaborator with ability to work collegially with teaching faculty, helping to observe, assess, and support students in small pull-out groups and by making recommendations for in-class accommodations
  • Empathetic supporter for students and families as they navigate their child’s unique learning needs
  • Knowledgeable in the most up-to-date approaches to differentiation for neurodiverse students
  • Flexible when working with colleagues
  • Experience with Fundations Curriculum and literacy assessments including DIBELS
  • Ability to read, interpret, and synthesize neuropsychological evaluations

  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  

  • Be an active, integrated part of the K-2 grades
  • Support K-2 students through regular assessments (beginning, middle, and end of school year) and small pull-out literacy groups
  • Support K-2 teachers by synthesizing recommendations from neuropsychological evaluations, implementing accommodations, bridging partnerships with parents, collaboratively strategizing support tools, and observing and assessing students who are challenged by the classroom environment or the curriculum.
  • Act as a liaison between the school, families, and outside support teams by making referrals to neuropsychologists and recommending outside academic supports, tutors, occupational therapists, educational therapists, etc…)
  • Communicate students’ progress with parents and teachers on a regular basis through meetings and email correspondence.
  • Coordinate schedules and location for on-campus tutors
  • Administer admissions assessments for K-2 student applicants (February-April)
  • Maintain student data and records by documenting plans, progress, and outcomes

  
  Requirements
  

  • Master’s degree in education or special education or certificate in educational therapy preferred.
  • California teaching credential, preferred.
  • A minimum of five years experience in the field of education with expertise in special education and early literacy support
  • Familiar with the principles of teaching reading, writing, and math in K-2
  • Experience in collaborating with teams, teachers, and parents.

  
  The salary range for this position is $72,000 - 110,000 annually based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided.
    
  The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
   
  Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States is required.
  
  Interested candidates apply here

• Part-Time Middle School Theater Specialist

  Part-Time Middle School Theater Specialist
  Location - The Brandeis School of San Francisco
  San Francisco, CA
  Start Date - August 2026
  
  School Description:
  The Brandeis School of San Francisco is a K–8 independent, pluralistic Jewish day school committed to academic excellence, joyful learning, ethical responsibility, and the belief that every student’s voice matters. Rooted in Jewish values and open to families of all backgrounds, Brandeis cultivates intellectual curiosity, creativity, empathy, and a strong sense of belonging.
  
  Through rigorous academics, meaningful relationships, and rich arts programming, Brandeis empowers students to develop confidence, purpose, and a lifelong love of learning.
  
  Position Description:
  Brandeis seeks a Part-Time Middle School Theater Specialist to lead and grow our dynamic theater program. This educator will teach theater arts courses and direct the annual middle school musical and Purim Spiel, partnering closely with colleagues in music, production, and student life.
  
  The successful candidate will bring strong theatrical expertise, a student-centered teaching philosophy, and a commitment to adolescent development. This role plays a vital part in helping students find their voice, take creative risks, and contribute meaningfully to our school community.
  
  Teaching Load and Program Structure:
  This part-time position includes:
  

  • Two middle school theater courses:
    • Grades 5–6 (one hour)
    • Grades 7–8 (one hour)
    • (Each course meets twice weekly, totaling four instructional hours per week.)
  • Direction of the annual middle school musical in collaboration with the Choral Music Director
  • Direction of the annual Purim Spiel
  • After-school and occasional weekend rehearsals during production seasons. After-school rehearsals are from 3:30-5:00, three days a week.
  • Close collaboration with faculty, staff, and parent volunteers

  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  Key responsibilities include:
  

  • Designing and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate theater instruction in:
    • Acting, voice, movement, and improvisation
    • Devised theater and basic playwriting
    • Ensemble work and basic choreography
  • Developing student-centered curriculum responsive to student interests and creative expression
  • Guiding and supporting student learning through differentiated instruction and constructive feedback
  • Assessing student growth and maintaining clear records of progress
  • Creating a classroom and rehearsal environment rooted in safety, respect, and inclusion
  • Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth
  • Communicating professionally and consistently with students, families, and administrators
  • Participating in faculty meetings, school events, and professional responsibilities as appropriate

  
  Faculty Life at Brandeis:
  Middle school faculty at Brandeis are members of a close-knit, collaborative professional community. Teachers work in partnership with grade-level teams and specialists to support each student’s growth and well-being.
  
  Faculty are expected to contribute positively to school culture through participation in meetings, events, and shared initiatives that reflect our values of responsibility, compassion, and mutual respect.
  
  Professional Growth and Development:
  Brandeis is committed to the ongoing professional growth of its educators. Faculty participate in regular professional learning, mentorship, and collaborative curriculum development.
  
  Teachers are encouraged to pursue workshops, conferences, and leadership opportunities aligned with their interests and strengths and to contribute to the continuous improvement of our academic and arts programs.
  
  Qualifications:
  

  • Background in theater and/or performing arts
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum of three years of teaching experience, preferably with middle school–aged students
  • Demonstrated success working with adolescents
  • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Warm, reflective, and professional presence
  • Commitment to inclusive, student-centered education

  
  Physical Requirements:
  

  • Ability to actively engage with students through movement, voice, and demonstration
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
  • Regular use of close and distance vision
  • Ability to work at a desk and computer
  • Ability to bend, reach, and occasionally use a ladder
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in typical San Francisco weather

  
  Compensation and Benefits:
  Brandeis offers competitive compensation based on experience and education. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, and retirement plans.
  
  The 60% FTE salary range is $48,578 - $65,000 annually, depending on education and years of teaching experience.
  
  

  Location:
  Located in San Francisco, California, Brandeis serves families from across the Bay Area and benefits from the region’s rich cultural, artistic, and educational resources.

  
  Interested candidates should apply here.

• 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 general and Judaic studies 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 2026-2027 school year and begins in August.
  
  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 both the general studies and Judaic studies/Hebrew 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 teacher.
  • Assuming responsibility, as directed by the teacher, 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. 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 send a resume and cover letter to jobs@sfbrandeis.org. No telephone calls, please. Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required.
  
  

  Interested candidates should apply here

• Resident Teacher - Temporary Maternity Leave

  Position Title: Resident Teacher – Temporary Maternity Leave Substitute (May 7, 2026 – June 11, 2026)
  FLSA Classification: 100% FTE, non-exempt position, M-F work schedule
  Reports To: Director of Lower School
  Position Purpose: Assist general and Judaic studies 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. 
  
  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 both the general studies and Judaic studies/Hebrew 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 teacher.
  • Assuming responsibility, as directed by the teacher, 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. 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 send a resume and cover letter to jobs@sfbrandeis.org. No telephone calls, please. Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required.
  
  Interested candidates should apply here

• Substitute Teacher

  Position Title: Substitute Teacher
  FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

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

  Daily Rate: Sub less than four hours - $112.50

  Daily Rate: Sub four hours or more - $225.00 

   

  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, well-being, 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 credentials 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.