Prospect Sierra School
Prospect Sierra is an independent, coed K-8 school located on two campuses in El Cerrito, CA.
Our mission, “inspires students to seek deep, meaningful understanding; to develop strong
academic skills; and to become creative and independent thinkers.” The National Association
of Independent Schools (NAIS) featured Prospect Sierra as a “Model School of the Future,”
among only seven schools worldwide. Please visit our website at www.prospectsierra.org for
more information.
Prospect Sierra’s elementary campus serves children grades K-4. We are looking for a creative;
energetic after school teacher to join our elementary school Extended Program.
An extended program teacher’s duties include the supervision and facilitation of sports,
cooperative games, and arts and crafts. Together with the Extended Program Director and
other extended program teachers, we’ll work as a team to create a safe community filled with
inventive play, humor, kindness, and sensitivity to each child’s social and emotional needs.
Our current opening is Monday-Friday, from 2:15-5:15/5:30 p.m. There are opportunities for
substitute teaching in the classrooms during regular school hours, as well as additional hours
during non-instructional days and special calendar events.
Starting pay is $15.50-$16.50 per hour, based upon previous work experience. The position
begins Friday, August 17, 2018 with CPR training and new employee training Monday, August
20-24. The first day of school for 2018-19 is Wednesday, August 29.
Qualifications include enthusiasm and an interest in working with and learning from elementary
aged children. Previous work experience such as early childhood education, food prep, camps,
and childcare preferred.
How to Apply:
Please send your résumé and one-page cover letter to:
Abby Guinn
Email: aguinn@prospectsierra.org
Kirk Cooper
Email: kcooper@prospectsierra.org
Prospect Sierra School’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our hiring
process; people of color and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
To apply for this job email your details to tapscottjobs@prospectsierra.org
