The San Francisco Schoolhouse is conducting a search for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative flex teacher, with a background in teaching drama, to join our growing school community. 

Do you have the leadership skills to work with students who love to learn, and who have a high sense of social responsibility?

The Schoolhouse is a growing, independent, K-8 school located in the Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco. The School’s intentionally small size, experienced and passionate teachers, experiential curriculum, and active parent participation model provide a unique opportunity for families seeking a community-minded progressive education that challenges and supports their child. Founded in 2011 by a small and dedicated group of teachers and parents and two students, the Schoolhouse now enrolls 101 students.

Teachers at the Schoolhouse lead mixed-grade classes. Currently the school is configured with a mixed Kindergarten/1st grade class, a mixed 2nd/3rd grade class, a mixed 4th/5th grade class, and a middle school with classes that mix students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade. K-5 averages 12 students per grade. As we grow, middle school will average 20-25 students per grade.

Flex Teacher (Extended Program)

The position is 20-40 hours/week and reports to the Head of School. 

Responsibilities May Include

• Supervise students on playground or at park at least once a week or more
• During the school day, when not attending to other responsibilities, assist in classrooms as needed
• Lead or assist in drama classes, possibly with K+1, 2+3 and/or 4+5
• May supervise students in the after school program, including leading organized activities and supporting free play
• Lead students in organized games periodically

Requirements

• Experience working with elementary and/or middle school age children
• Experience in working with students in a drama program (during the school day, after-school, or during the summer)
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal 
• Able to supervise students and interact collaboratively with parents, teachers, and school administrators 
• Preferred, an individual seeking a career in education or with children in some capacity

About San Francisco Schoolhouse

The Schoolhouse is an independent, K-8 school located in the Hayes Valley District of San Francisco. Our intentionally small size, experienced and passionate teachers, experiential curriculum, and active parent participation provide a unique opportunity for families seeking a community-minded progressive education that challenges and supports their child. Founded in 2011 by two teachers and two parents with two students, the Schoolhouse now enrolls over a 100 students. Mission San Francisco Schoolhouse is an intentionally small community where young people are valued as individuals. A compassionate team of educators approach academic and social-emotional development with the aim of cultivating justice-seeking humans empowered to transform their world. Core Values We Honor Childhood We’re Anchored in Community We Value Individuality and Celebrate Difference We Foster Agency We’re Committed to Exceptional, Collaborative Teaching We’re Powered by Simplicity

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