After School Teacher

Burkes is an independent K-8 gender-inclusive all-girls school located on a 3.5-acre campus in San Francisco. Burkes is one of Californias leading K-8 schools with a 117-year tradition of educational excellence. The school combines strong academic and co-curricular programs with an emphasis on project-based learning and personal growth in a diverse and inclusive community. We emphasize the development of fundamental and higher-level critical thinking skills in an atmosphere of creativity exploration academic rigor and joyful learning.

Position Description

The After School Teacher plays an important role in creating a safe engaging and supportive environment for students in grades K8 during after-school hours. This position requires a positive and energetic individual who enjoys working with children is proactive in ensuring safety and is committed to fostering fun and meaningful experiences.

Qualifications & Skills

Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience skills and ideas even if they dont check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria please dont hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.

Burkes is seeking a positive energetic candidate to support the after school program. The ideal candidate is collaborative flexible adaptable and enjoys working with children aged 5-14 years old. Experience and comfort working with middle school age is highly preferred for this position. Flexible assistance is sought within the days/hours of Monday-Friday 12:30-6:00pm. Some full-day camp days for pre-determined dates are required.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Welcoming K-8 students after school
• Supervising the safety of indoor and outdoor environments and with extended time on playground and outdoors
• Using a walkie talkie to communicate pick-up information
• Helping to host a welcoming after-school care program for students grade 5-8 while assisting effectively with younger students as needed
• Leading and creating structured games and activities indoors and outdoors
• Communicating effectively with Director of After School Programs and colleagues to maintain a positive working environment

To Apply

Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter resumé and references to . No calls or additional emails please.

Position Qualifications

• Experience working with children (at least 1-2 years)
• High School Graduate and pursuing higher education
• Enthusiasm maturity good work ethic and enjoys working with children
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to become CPR certified)

Compensation

The After School Teacher is an hourly position. Burkes offers competitive compensation with a pay range of $29.50 - $31.00 based on years of experience. Comprehensive benefits are provided including health insurance and a 7.5% retirement plan contribution for eligible employees. More information about the school can be found on the website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Burkes is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race color age religion national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) genetic information physical or mental disability medical condition citizenship status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status military or veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws.

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter resumé and references to .

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