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At The Brandeis School of San Francisco, we believe that true learning happens only when knowledge is connected to purpose. We know that what our students learn at Brandeis today will matter to the world tomorrow, and we strive to educate people capable of making meaningful contributions. Our challenging K–8 academic environment is focused on relevance and rooted in Jewish values, traditions, and culture.

We make education matter for our students after Brandeis, and high schools welcome our graduates not just for their academic strength but also for their sense of purpose, community, and activism. Over 95 percent of our graduates are accepted into one of their top-choice high schools.

We have a multi-faceted campus that integrates outdoor and indoor spaces into a simple-to-navigate and welcoming place. With easy access to the school from all areas of San Francisco, there’s ample parking for student drop-off, pick-up, and events. The light-filled lobby acts both as the point where students begin school, and a place where parents share coffee and catch up before heading off to their respective days.

Students, families, faculty, and staff are embraced by our open and nurturing community, one that finds purpose and connection in Jewish thoughts, values, and tradition. O
ur teachers follow the best practices set by the most recent findings in educational research, experience, and a collaborative approach, and hold the highest standards for respectful relationships with peers and students. Our faculty and administrative team actively engage in ongoing professional development.

Please submit all job applications to jobs@sfbrandeis.org. 

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  • Middle School Learning Specialist~Maternity Leave Substitute

    The Brandeis School of San Francisco seeks a joyfully collaborative, kind, and knowledgeable learning specialist for our middle school. The position will begin May 22nd - end in late October 2023.  This position will report to the director of the middle school.

    Characteristics
    • Joyful collaborator with the ability to work collegially with teaching faculty, helping to support in-class differentiation and assessments of students.
    • 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
    • Flexible when working with colleagues.
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Be an active, integrated part of the middle school 
    • Work in collaboration with teachers and the learning support team to problem-solve and identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies based on student strengths and to meet student learning needs.  
    • Assess student performance and tailor the curriculum for both intervention and acceleration.
    • In the classroom, they will support students in the whole group setting, small group setting, and with individual students. 
    • Help communicate learning plans to parents and tutors who are working with students.
    • Meet with parents to request full evaluations; connect with evaluators, provide school records and teacher feedback
    Requirements
    • A minimum of three years experience in the field of education with expertise in special education or differentiated learning practices
    • Familiar with the principles of teaching reading, writing, and math at the upper elementary and middle school levels. (Not a requirement- Ideally, the candidate will have some experience with Readers’ and Writers’ Workshop Units of Study.)
    • Experience in differentiating instruction across curricular areas
    • Knowledge of and experience with intervention and enrichment programs for middle school students.
    • Ability to screen, monitor progress, and support individual student learning needs (executive functioning, reading, writing, math, etc.)
    • Experience in working with small groups
    • Experience in collaborating with teams, teachers, and parents.
    • Experience with developing and supporting positive classroom learning environments
    The salary range for this position is $71,632 - $100,000 annually (prorated for the short term) 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 submit a resume and cover letter to https://app.beapplied.com/apply/8rt3mtzvvy. We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly.
     
    The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
     
    Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States is required.
  • 4th Grade Lower School Lead Teacher

    Position Title:  4th Grade Lower School Lead Teacher
    FLSA Classification:   Full time, exempt 2023
    Reports To:                             Director of Lower School
    Position Purpose:        Teach Lower School General Studies
     
    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 education for the whole child. We welcome applicants who seek a school environment that fosters challenging academics, student-centered learning, ethics and spirituality, and innovation. This position will begin in August 2023
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
    • Planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively.
    • Engaging children in project work that is an in-depth investigation of a particular topic as part of an emergent curriculum.
    • Creating an inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, clear expectations for community behavior, and a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
    • Collaborating with other general studies teachers, educators, and specialist teachers to develop curriculum, plan trips and special projects, and solve problems.
    • Working in partnership with a Jewish Studies teacher to plan and implement a cohesive social, emotional and spiritual curriculum.
    • Working as a mentor to a resident teacher, partnering with that teacher to plan and implement curriculum, and providing ongoing support as the resident develops in their lead teaching skills.
    • Working and communicating effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, and newsletters.
    • Supporting and following the school policies and procedures.
    • Positively contributing to the professional community.
     
    Position Qualifications:
    • B.A. degree and teaching credential required.
    • Minimum three years recent experience as lead teacher in K-4 preferred.
    • Familiarity with Lucy Calkins Readers and Writers Workshop, inquiry-based learning, and real-world problem-solving preferred.
     
    Physical Qualifications:
    • Regularly sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear and visually interact with students. 
    • 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 and outside in both hot and cold climates.
     
    Details
    The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. The full-time annual salary range for this position is between $71,632 - $100,000 annually. 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
     
     
  • Lower School Lead Teacher

    Position Title:            Lower School Lead Teacher
    FLSA Classification: Full time, exempt 2022
    Reports To:                 Director of Lower School
    Position Purpose:      Teach Lower School General Studies
     
    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 education for the whole child. We welcome applicants who seek a school environment that fosters challenging academics, student-centered learning, ethics and spirituality, and innovation. This position will begin in August 2023
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
    • Planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively.
    • Engaging children in project work that is an in-depth investigation of a particular topic as part of an emergent curriculum.
    • Creating an inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, clear expectations for community behavior, and a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
    • Collaborating with other general studies teachers, educators, and specialist teachers to develop curriculum, plan trips and special projects, and solve problems.
    • Working in partnership with a Jewish Studies teacher to plan and implement a cohesive social, emotional and spiritual curriculum.
    • Working as a mentor to a resident teacher, partnering with that teacher to plan and implement curriculum, and providing ongoing support as the resident develops in their lead teaching skills.
    • Working and communicating effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, and newsletters.
    • Supporting and following the school policies and procedures.
    • Positively contributing to the professional community.
    Position Qualifications:
    • B.A. degree and teaching credential required.
    • Minimum three years of recent experience as a lead teacher in K-4 preferred.
    • Familiarity with Lucy Calkins Readers and Writers Workshop, inquiry-based learning, and real-world problem-solving preferred. 
    Physical Qualifications:
    • Regularly sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear and visually interact with students.
    • 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 and outside in both hot and cold climates.
    Details
    The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. The full-time annual salary range for this position is between $71,632 - $100,000 annually. 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 on our unbiased platform. https://app.beapplied.com/apply/khsk4h3tec
  • Lower School PE Teacher (K-4)

    Position Title:  Lower School PE Teacher (K-4)
    FLSA Classification: Full-time, exempt 2023
    Reports To:                    Director of Lower School
    Position Purpose:        Teach Lower School General Studies
     
    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 education for the whole child. We welcome applicants who seek a school environment that fosters challenging academics, student-centered learning, ethics and spirituality, and innovation. This position will begin in August 2023
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
    • Planning and teaching a challenging and fun course of study in physical education in a developmentally appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively
    • Coaching various sports
    • Creating an inclusive classroom environment through supportive exchanges with students, clear expectations for community behavior, and a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
    • Collaborating with other PE teachers to develop curriculum, plan programs and special events, and solve problems
    • Working in partnership with the faculty at large to support/ implement a cohesive social, emotional, and spiritual curriculum
    • Working and communicating effectively with parents in person, through emails, and in newsletters
    • Supporting and following the school policies and procedures
    • Positively contributing to the professional community
     
    Position Qualifications:
    • BA and three years of experience in a similar position preferred
    • Teaching credential preferred
    • Ability to step in where needed at the school
    • Must love children, have a ready smile and encouraging words
    • Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment
     
    Physical Requirements and Work Environment
    • Regularly sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear and visually interact with students 
    • Be able to occasionally lift up to 40 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 San Francisco weather 
     
    Details
    The salary range for this position is $70,441- $90,000 annually based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided.
     
    Qualified candidates should apply and submit their resume through our bias free hiring process: https://app.beapplied.com/apply/cshjvxdqfl
     
     
     
  • Summer Camp Instructors for Arts, STEM, or Outdoor Ed/PE

    Position Title: Summer Camp Instructors for Arts, STEM, or Outdoor Ed/PE 
    FLSA Classification: Full-time, seasonal summer
    Reports To: Director of Summer Camp
    Position Purpose: Teaching a prepared summer curriculum to elementary-level campers.

    About Camp Brandeis
    Camp Brandeis is an exciting new day camp offering 6 weeks of daily lessons in arts, STEM, and outdoor play for kids entering grades K-5th. Our mission is to provide fun enriching activities that help kids extend their learning while building a supportive and inclusive camp community.

    We achieve this by offering a high-quality summer curriculum that inspires creativity and curiosity, employing esteemed instructors and counselors, and providing an enjoyable and engaging camp experience. 

    For our upcoming summer 2023 camp, Camp Brandeis is hiring STEM, Art, and Outdoor play instructors! If you enjoy working with children, are a team player, and are ready to help kids expand their imaginations, learn valuable skills, and become the next generation of resilient and innovative humans, then we’d love to have you on board. 

    To apply, please send your resume and statement/ or video of interest to summerfun@sfbrandeis.org.

    Work Dates & Hours: 
    June 12-July 21, 2023, Mon-Friday, + two Sunday Orientations on June 4 & June 11. No camp on June 19 & July 4. 
    Working hours: 8:00-4:00pm; optional availability for extended care until 6:00pm 

    Salary Rates:
    Art, STEM, and Outdoor Teachers: $24-$26/hr

    ART, STEM, and Outdoor Ed/PE- Camp Teacher Job Duties
    • Genuine desire and interest in working with children and/or education
    • Maintain an excellent work ethic and work collaboratively with a team;  exhibit a high level of energy and exceptional enthusiasm each day
    • Contribute to and participate in daily camp activities, including check-in and check-out, opening/closing ceremonies and snack & lunch supervision and programming; Assist with daily setup and cleanup of camp
    • Teach the prepared curriculum as written, adapting it as needed to improve the camper experience or accommodate individual campers
    • Maintain safe environments for all campers; possess effective classroom management skills.  
    Camp Teacher Requirements
    • Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by start of camp to ensure staff and campers are as safe and healthy as possible and to comply with enhanced health and safety protocols
    • Strong organization skills and attention to detail; great communication skills
    • CPR/First Aid certified OR willing to become certified by start of camp, training will be provided.
    • College degree preferred but not required for Teaching positions
    • Preferred experience with the grade level you will be teaching (Grades K-5) and in the subject matter you’ll be teaching (Arts, STEM, Outdoor Ed/PE)
    • Experience working with kids or in a camp setting a plus
    • You will be required to clear a background check
    • Ability to lift between 5-30lbs

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Brandeis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we invest in training and resources for our teams to support our commitment to providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
     
    Please note that our job descriptions are only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
  • Summer Counselors for Camp Brandeis

    Position Title: Summer Counselors for Camp Brandeis
    FLSA Classification: full-time, seasonal
    Reports To: Director of Summer Camp
    Position Purpose: Supervising and Ensuring the Well-Being of Elementary Level Campers

    About Camp Brandeis
    Camp Brandeis is an exciting new day camp offering 6 weeks of daily lessons in arts, STEM, and outdoor play for kids entering grades K-5th. Our mission is to provide fun enriching activities that help kids extend their learning while building a supportive and inclusive camp community.

    We achieve this by offering a high-quality summer curriculum that inspires creativity and curiosity,  employing esteemed instructors and counselors, and providing an enjoyable and engaging camp experience. 

    For our upcoming summer 2023 camp, Camp Brandeis is hiring Camp Counselors! If you enjoy working with children, are a team player, and are ready to help kids expand their imaginations, learn valuable skills, and become the next generation of resilient and innovative humans, then we’d love to have you on board. 
    To apply, send you resume and statement/ or video of interest to summerfun@sfbrandeis.org

    Work Dates & Hours: 
    June 12-July 21, 2023, Mon-Friday, + two Sunday Orientations on June 4 & June 11. No camp on June 19 & July 4. 
    Working hours: 8:00-4:00pm; optional availability for extended care until 6:00pm 
    Salary Rates:
    Camp Counselors: $17-$19/hr

    Camp Counselor Duties:
    • Genuine desire and interest in working with children and/or education; maintain the general well-being of campers.
    • Maintain an excellent work ethic and work collaboratively with the Camp Brandeis team; assist camp teachers with classroom lessons and classroom management.
    • Exhibit exceptional enthusiasm each day; engage and lead campers in small group activities. 
    • Contribute to and participate in daily camp activities, including check-in and check-out, opening/closing ceremonies, and snack & lunch supervision and programming; Assist with daily setup and cleanup of camp
    Camp Counselor Requirements:
    • 16 years of age or older
    • Ability to lift products between 5-30lbs
    • CPR/First Aid certified OR willing to become certified by the start of camp, training will be provided.
    • Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by start of camp to ensure staff and campers are as safe and healthy as possible and to comply with enhanced health and safety protocols
    • Experience working with kids or in a camp setting a plus
    • You will be required to clear a background check via online/live scan
     
    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Brandeis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we invest in training and resources for our teams to support our commitment to providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
     
    Please note that our job descriptions are only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties
  • Teacher – Middle School Humanities

    Position Title:                        Teacher – Middle School Humanities
    FLSA Classification:             Full time, exempt position
    Term of Position:                  Job begins August 2023
    Reports To:                           Director of Middle School
    Position Purpose:      Teach Humanities
     
    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 education for the whole child. We welcome applicants who seek a school environment that fosters challenging academics, student-centered learning, ethics and spirituality, and innovation. This position will begin in August 9, 2023
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally-appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively.
    • Following, developing, and enhancing existing English and Social Studies curricula, which includes engaging students in multiple modes of class activities such as in-depth investigation of a particular topic.
    • Creating an inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, and clear expectations for community behavior.
    • Generating lessons with multiple entry points.
    • Collaborating with other middle school teachers, educators, and specialist teachers to develop curriculum, plan trips and special projects, and solve problems.
    • Working and communicating effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, and newsletters.
    • Working as an advisor in the middle school advisory program
    • Planning and staffing student educational trips (including overnight stay).
    • Supporting and following the school policies and procedures. 
    • Being a positive and contributing member of the professional community.
    • Applicant dependent - collaborate with development office on a weekly newsletter 
    Position Qualifications
    • B.A. degree and teaching credential.
    • Middle school English teaching experience (2 years documented preferred).
    • Social Studies teaching experience (2 years documented preferred).
     
    Physical Qualifications
     
    • Regularly sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear, and visually interact with students.
    • Ability 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 and outside in both hot and cold climates.
     
    Details
    The salary range for this position is $71,632- $100,000 annually 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 through our de- biased application process At Applied https://app.beapplied.com/apply/dmk77r5h4c
    We respectfully ask that you do not contact the school directly. The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
    • We are Brandeis~Sara Goldrath (10 Years) 2nd Grade Lead Teacher