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Early Childhood Extended Day Teacher Position
Full Time (8 hours per day)
Effective September 6, 2022
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume & 2 references to eccemployment@theberkeleyschool.org.
The Berkeley School, a preschool-8th grade progressive, independent school in the East Bay portion of the San Francisco Bay Area, seeks an Early Childhood Extended Day teacher (late morning through after school) 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 strive to educate the whole child, we seek faculty and staff who will affirm the cultural histories and identities of each of our students in their individual growth. If you see this approach as critical to teaching and learning, we urge you to apply and join our dynamic community of intellectually curious, lifelong learners, all of whom are dedicated to professional development and a reflective teaching practice.
Your responsibilities include creating vibrant indoor and outdoor spaces and learning opportunities that promote creative play, respect for each other, and include children to be responsible stewards of the environment. Activities include gardening, music, art, movement, storytime, and creative play.
The ideal candidates will:
* Have experience working with children 2-8 years of age
* Positively connect & communicate with children and families
* Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment
* Enjoy working outdoors
* Be dependable, flexible & patient
* Be dedicated to personal growth & learning
* Be committed to equity, civic engagement, and social justice
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.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, and health, vision, and dental benefits are included. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identification.
Overview of the School:
Founded in 1964 as Berkeley Montessori School, The Berkeley School is an intentionally small, community–oriented school of 215 students from early childhood through middle school. Applicants are encouraged to visit our website at www.theberkeleyschool.org to learn more about our program.
