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San Francisco Day School
Starts August 2023
At San Francisco Day School, we believe that when intellect and imagination are
intertwined, students delight in the discovery of connection, in their academic and
creative pursuits, in their relationships, and in all that they experience here.
Every day we help our students emerge as flexible and resourceful learners. Because
when we do, our students light up with the call and capacity to take on the
complexities of their day and of a diverse world.
Our Mission
At SF Day we ignite curiosity. We cultivate a diverse, nurturing community that
encourages learners to expand their perspectives and become their true selves.
Students develop as compassionate, creative problem-solvers, prepared to thrive in
an ever-changing world.
SF Day Fast Facts
· Independent, co-educational, K-8 school
· Founded in 1981
· Serving 420+ students
· Located in the heart of San Francisco
San Francisco Day School announces an exciting opportunity to become a member
of our vibrant school community. We are seeking the next individual to follow their
passion by applying for a full-time position as Lower School Learning Specialist.
Summary:
Lower school learning specialists support teachers, students, and families, working
particularly, although not exclusively, with students with identified learning
differences. They interact and collaborate with outside professionals working with
students for specialized support.
Responsibilities and Duties:
● Collaborate with colleagues in pursuit of fulfilling the School’s Mission, Vision,
and Values.
● Serve as part of a team of K-8 Learning Specialists that are passionate about
providing all students with the resources and strategies to know themselves
as learners and to advocate for what they need to realize their learning
potential.
● Collaborate with classroom teachers to identify and help implement effective
teaching and learning strategies within the classroom to support all students,
with specific focus on employing the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
framework and strategies
● Directly support Lower School students (K-4) in a variety of environments
including: 1:1, small-group, in/out of the homeroom classroom with emphasis
on early literacy and math skills.
● Partner with teachers, administrators, parents, and external professionals (as
needed) regarding assessing and identifying students in need, subsequent
referrals, observations, drafting/expanding upon individualized, time bound
student learning plans
● Check in regularly with teachers and families to monitor how effectively
accommodations/interventions are being implemented and provide new
strategies
● Serve as the point person for teachers in working with students who have
identified learning needs:
○ Participate in regular meetings with all internal and external
stakeholder groups to for students to support their continued progress
○ Assist classroom teachers in selecting, locating, and securing
instructional materials and tools that support the needs of individual
students
○ Coordinate the use of external tutors, learning specialists, educational
therapists, and other resources (as needed)
● Attend grade-level, departmental, division, school-wide meetings,
professional development conferences, and all meetings and faculty work
days called by the Division Head and/or Head of School.
○ Attend school functions, including but not limited to Back to School
Nights, Admission events, and Grandparents and Special Friends Day.
● Participate fully in the school’s outdoor education programs as directed by
the Division Head.
● Perform duties as designated by the Division Head, including but not limited
to arrival, dismissal, lunch and recess duties.
● Participate fully in the school’s substitute/coverage program.
● Perform all required administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
● Remain on campus during the school day or leave and sign out only with prior
permission from the teacher’s supervisor, and do not pre-plan off-campus
appointments when teacher is on-call for substitute/coverage duty.
● Provide ample advance notice for planned and approved days-off and record
such leave in the appropriate HR platform.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
● Bachelor’s Degree
● Minimum of 3-5 years of classroom experience in a K-8 setting, including
direct teaching experience
● Experience working with a wide range of students, teachers, and families of
diverse backgrounds. Strong cultural competency.
● Familiarity with multisensory literacy programs (such as Orton Gillingham,
Slingerland, Fundations, Lindamood Bell) and math programs (such as
Making Math Real, Math Recovery, Lindamood Bell)
● A true inclusion approach including knowledge of learning differences
● Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program
● Ability to maintain confidential information
● Commitment to staying current with research on best practice
Preferred Qualifications:
● Masters Degree preferred, especially in Special Education or Educational
Therapy
● Co-teaching and/or coaching experience
● Experience in/understanding of UDL
● Independent school experience
● Experience with Responsive Classroom and Restorative Justice practices
Working Conditions:
● 90% Indoors, 10% outdoors
● Ability to move around the classroom and playground to attend to individual
or small groups of students
● Occasional requirement to lift more than 30 lbs
● Stand for an extended amount of time
Expectations for SF Day Employees:
Promote positive relationships between and among all internal and external
constituents of the school by maintaining the highest level of professionalism,
including but not limited to those aspects detailed in the employee handbook, and
acting in a manner consistent with the School’s Mission and Values.
Collaborate with colleagues inside and outside of the department to advance grade
level, departmental and School goals and objectives.
Support everyday needs of the community, including student-facing responsibilities,
such as safety drills and recess/lunch duties.
Commit to ongoing professional development and growth to reflect the demands of
the position and the strategic priorities of the School. Our school has a generous
professional development budget and we strive to model the goal of being lifelong
learners.
Serve as an active participant in the school’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion. Attend all-school, on-campus professional development seminars,
participate in all-school “reads”of important literature in the field, and actively
participate in modeling our mission and work in DEI.
Report and sign in to work no later than 15 minutes before the division’s students are
scheduled to arrive, and be available on campus until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through
Friday, and 5:00 p.m. on Monday or another day designated as the regular weekly all-
community meeting time.
Do not schedule such absences immediately before and after a school vacation or on
parent conference days.
Attend evening and weekend events as required.
Per CA statutes, all School employees should be able to pass a Federal and State
background check, provide a negative TB test, and maintain professional behavior
during the period of employment. The employment offer is contingent upon these
requirements.
What could SF Day School offer YOU?
▪ Competitive Salary
▪ Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits with 100% employer-paid premiums
for every employee
▪ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
▪ Paid holidays per the employee handbook
▪ 403(b) retirement benefit option with a 7% employer match (after 60 days)
▪ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
▪ Discounted gym membership and on-campus fitness class with colleagues
▪ Transportation and parking benefits
▪ Pet insurance option
Ready to Join SF Day?
San Francisco Day School is committed to equity in its pay practices. The salary
range for this role is Low: $63,150 Mid: $90,000 Cap: $120,000. Actual salary will take
into consideration a candidate’s years of experience, education, and skills.
SF Day celebrates and welcomes faculty and staff who reflect the broad range of
diversity in the Bay Area. We encourage people of color and LGBTQ+ applicants to
apply.
EEO
San Francisco Day School is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of
employment including the decision to hire will be based on merit, competence,
performance, and business needs. San Francisco Day School does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry,
physical or mental disability, medical condition or history, pregnancy, expression,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any
other status protected under any federal, state, or local law. San Francisco Day
School will provide reasonable accommodation(s)to all qualified candidates and all
employees with disabilities, where their disability affects the performance of their
essential job functions except when doing so would create undue hardship. If you
need assistance or need to request accommodations, please contact hr@sfday.org.
This job description is subject to change at any time by San Francisco Day School.
To Apply
Please upload a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and strengths relevant to
the position by clicking on this link; Lower School Learning Specialist.
No phone calls please.