The Berkeley School
The Berkeley School, a preschool-8th grade progressive, independent school in the East Bay portion of the San Francisco Bay Area, seeks a full-time after school and music teacher to join our multicultural, learner-centered community.
We are committed to principles that promote effective, inclusive teaching practices and create optimal educational environments for each of our students. We value the skills, knowledge and experiences a diverse workforce brings to our school. As we seek to educate the whole child, affirming the cultural histories and identities of all our students, we seek faculty and staff who are knowledgeable and experienced in helping each student grow. If you see this approach as critical to teaching and learning, we urge you to apply.
As part of a team of four teachers, you would be responsible for helping to design the day to day activities to support an active, play centered environment. This includes organizing circle for as many as fifty children, singing songs, setting up the outdoor space that will include games, gross motor and fine motor activities, and communicating positively with parents and teachers. You will also lead music class each day for 30 minutes from 10:30-11:00. Your full-time hours will be 10:00a-6:00p.
The ideal candidates will:
* Have a BA or masters degree in early childhood or a Montessori certificate
*Have at least three years of teaching experience or working in an after school program.
*Excellent classroom management
* Understand the pedagogy of Montessori and Reggio philosophy
*Have excellent communication skills both written and verbal
*Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment
The successful candidate will be professional, collaborative, and enthusiastic about participating in our dynamic community of intellectually curious, lifelong learners, all of whom are dedicated to professional development and a reflective teaching practice.
Overview of the School:
Founded in 1964 as Berkeley Montessori School, The Berkeley School is an intentionally small, community–oriented school of 285 students from early childhood through middle school. Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at www.theberkeleyschool.org to learn more about our program.
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identification.
Please submit a resume along with a letter of interest to Kathy Duhl, ECC Director at kduhl@theberkeleyschool.org.
To apply for this job email your details to kduhl@theberkeleyschool.org
