Careers
Waldorf Education is the fastest growing independent school movement in the world. This dynamic, 100-year-old approach to child development and education is continually evolving to meet the needs of current students. Waldorf education inspires life-long learning in students and enables them to fully develop their unique capacities.
The San Francisco Waldorf School (SFWS) was founded in 1979 and serves more than 400 students across a parent-child program, a preschool program, kindergarten, and grades 1 through 12. Our Early Childhood and Grade School campuses are in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, and our High School campus is in West Portal.
Thank you for your interest in employment at SFWS. The positions listed below are accepting applications. Please send a resume and a letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org.
- Preschool Classroom Aide - Immediate Opening
- Kindergarten Aftercare Coordinator - Starting August 2024
- Kindergarten Aftercare Aide - Starting August 2024
- Kindergarten Teacher - Starting August 2024
- First Grade Class Teacher - Starting August 2024
- Sixth Grade Class Teacher - Starting August 2024
- Middle School Math Teacher - Starting August 2024
- Grade School Aftercare Aide - Starting August 2024
- Grade School Games/Gym Teacher - Starting Now or August 2024
- High School Life Science and Biology Teacher - Starting August 2024
- High School Educational Support Coordinator - Starting August 2024
- Assistant Director of Finance
Preschool Classroom Aide - Immediate Opening
General Description
The position of the hourly Preschool Aide provides additional support to the preschool teachers. The position also gives the aide an opportunity to gain experience with children in the context of the preschool and to glean understanding for the job by observing the teacher at work.
Hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional hours need to be approved in advance by Lead Preschool Teacher and Grade School Chair.
General Responsibilities
The aide supports the preschool teachers in maintaining a harmonious and orderly preschool classroom. This includes assisting in all facets of preschool room activities, helping to carry out daily rhythms and leading groups of children or individuals in activities based on the preschool teacher’s indications. The aide displays respect for the authority of the preschool teachers and maintains professional attire and image. The aide also displays discretion about all matters pertaining to the preschool and holds boundaries of confidentiality in all communication and refers parents to lead teacher to answer questions or to address concerns. The aide should be able to manage their time to finish projects within the time allotted.
Examples of Duties
- Assists the teachers with the supervision of students who may exhibit emotional or behavioral challenges
- Supervises students when teacher is occupied with other students or when directed by lead teacher to work with individuals or groups of students
- Supervises students during recess, snack, or lunchtime periods
- Assists with general maintenance and cleaning of preschool
- Assists with preparation of preschool supplies and equipment
- Assists in supervision of students in outside preschool spaces when necessary
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Attends parent conferences as requested by lead teacher
- Meets regularly with lead teacher for planning and review of work
Qualifications:
- Waldorf Teacher Training (or in process)
- Enthusiasm and flexibility
- Tidy and orderly personal presentation
- Early Childhood Credits that meet state requirements (6 units completed or in process)
Compensation:
$29 per hour.
This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. Benefits include San Francisco Sick Paid Sick Leave and San Francisco Health Care Ordinance. This position does not continue through the Summer Break.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
- Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
- Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Hourly; Non-exempt from overtime
Reports to: Preschool Lead Teacher, in consultation with the Grade School Steering Committee.
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: Summer 2023
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Kindergarten Aftercare Coordinator - Starting August 2024
This is a .75 FTE position
Duration: School year from mid-August through early July (actual dates vary each year according to the school calendar)
Summary:
The Kindergarten Aftercare Program Coordinator is responsible for holding the kindergarten aftercare students from class dismissal until they are picked up from Aftercare. Responsibilities include creating and following a schedule that works in harmony with the morning school day: daily and weekly rhythm that holds a consciousness for time to both play and relax. Creating the opportunity for appropriate crafts and activities is also important. The coordinator is responsible for arranging a healthy, late afternoon snack two days a week and also for arranging substitution for kindergarten aftercare staff.
The coordinator will supervise up to 3 hourly employees (teachers’ aides). The Coordinator will also be in regular communication with the kindergarten teachers, ensuring that the afternoon rhythm and activities work in harmony with Waldorf pedagogy and to discuss any issues with the children to create a shared understanding. The Coordinator will also attend weekly aftercare staff meetings.
The Kindergarten Aftercare Coordinator will also lead, coordinate, and hire support staff for a 3-week Kindergarten Summer Camp in June and early July.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Upon arrival, check in at the main office to see if there is any important information pertaining to aftercare that day. Prepare for the afternoon.
- Do a daily check of kindergarten children attendance
- Together with aides, set up nap rooms by 12:15
- Together with aides, support kindergarten dismissal transition from 12:35 to 12:45
- Keep the aftercare supplies in clean and good working condition. Order supplies as needed, with the approval of the Aftercare Director.
- Plan and carry out all areas of curriculum according to Waldorf pedagogy
- Maintain clean and orderly kindergarten rooms, play yard and kitchen, as they are used
- Help prepare and maintain the ASP room with a sense of beauty and order before school starts, after Winter Fair, and packing up for summer
- Assist with childcare during parent/teacher conference week in November
- Lead and coordinate Kindergarten February and Spring Camps and staffing
- Lead and coordinate 3-week Kindergarten Summer Camp and staffing
- Attend faculty workdays, meetings and preparation days in June and August
- Participate in Kindergarten Orientation Evening and Slipper Drop-Off Event (August)
- Maintain a working knowledge of school policies and procedures: earthquake and evacuation procedures, proper documentation of children's injuries, location and use of first aid kit playground rules
Qualifications:
● Completion of the Waldorf Teacher Training
● Completed or enrolled in 12 Early Childhood units
● Red Cross/CPR First Aid certification/Medicine Administration training
Benefits and Compensation:
This is a .75 FTE position. Benefits include medical, dental, flexible spending plans, matching retirement plan (after one year) and prorated tuition remission for eligible dependents in our N-12 program. Staff fees apply. The .75FTE (prorated) annual salary range is $45K - $63K depending on experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
● Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
● Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
● Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: June 2022
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Kindergarten Aftercare Aide - Starting August 2024
This is a part time, non-exempt, hourly position.
Hours range between 11:30pm-5:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Summary:
The Aftercare Aide is an essential role for children at the school, creating a daily and weekly rhythm that gives them the opportunity to partake in rest, appropriate activities, and time to play and relax after a long school morning.
The Aftercare Director will provide guidance and oversight for the Aide’s work with the children in the classroom and outdoor space.
Duties:
● Set up the Kindergarten room for nap, creating a warm and welcoming environment for the Kindergarten children to rest
● Hold two quiet snack times
● Help prepare an afternoon snack for the children
● Lead activities for the children such as drawing, crafting and outdoor play
● Clean-up of the room, including wiping down surfaces, vacuuming, and emptying compost, etc.
● Clean-up of play yard after use, together with the children
Desired Experience:
● Applicants must be familiar with and interested in Waldorf education
● One - two years experience working in an early childhood classroom, preferably a Waldorf classroom
● Good communication skills with colleagues and parents/guardians
● Must have an interest in engaging children in crafts, games, and other activities, both indoors and outdoors
● Must be able to work independently and with guidance from Kindergarten Aftercare Lead and Aftercare Director
● CPR/First Aid certified
Compensation:
$29 per hour
This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. It carries no benefits other than those available through the San Francisco City Ordinances.
This position does not continue during the summer break months. School breaks and Holidays are unpaid.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
● Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
● Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
● Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
This position does not continue through the Summer Break.
FLSA Classification: Hourly; not exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: May 2023
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Kindergarten Teacher - Starting August 2024
Summary:
San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher to join our faculty in August 2024.
San Francisco Waldorf School has a faculty of excellent teachers who are committed to Waldorf pedagogy and Anthroposophy. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).
We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications:
- Waldorf Teacher Training completed
- Bachelor’s Degree
Benefits and Compensation:
This is a 1 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
- Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
- Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: November 2023
San Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
First Grade Class Teacher - Starting August 2024
Summary:
San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a First Grade Class Teacher to join our faculty in August 2024.
San Francisco Waldorf School has a faculty of excellent teachers who are committed to Waldorf pedagogy and Anthroposophy. Our expanded curriculum in the grade school includes orchestral music, handwork, woodwork, physical education, gardening, eurythmy, and two foreign languages. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).
We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications:
- Waldorf Teacher Training completed
- Bachelor’s Degree
Benefits and Compensation:
This is a 1 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
- Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
- Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: November 2023
San Francisco Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Sixth Grade Class Teacher - Starting August 2024
Summary:
San Francisco Waldorf School is seeking a Sixth Grade Class Teacher to join our faculty in August 2024.
San Francisco Waldorf School has a faculty of excellent teachers who are committed to Waldorf pedagogy and Anthroposophy. They are supported by an established College of Teachers, an active parent body, and a dedicated Board of Trustees. Our expanded curriculum in the grade school includes orchestral music, handwork, woodwork, physical education, gardening, eurythmy, and two foreign languages. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).
We are committed to a multicultural and diverse body of teachers, staff, and students. Our dedicated faculty values strong collegial working and warm relationships with parents. We seek a teacher to join us in our commitment to Waldorf education. Individuals with university degrees, Waldorf teacher training, and preferably, experience teaching in a Waldorf school are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications:
- Waldorf Teacher Training completed
- Bachelor’s Degree
Benefits and Compensation:
This is a 1 FTE, full-time, position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our Preschool - Grade 12 program (Staff fees apply). The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
- Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
- Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: March 2023
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Middle School Math Teacher - Starting August 2024
General Description
The Mathematics Teacher is a full-time teaching position at the San Francisco Waldorf Grade School. The Mathematics Teacher will teach eighteen mathematics lessons per week to grades 6 through 8, delivered through the methods and sequenced content of the Waldorf curriculum.
Teaching Responsibilities
- Preparation of the syllabus before the school year begins.
- Preparation of classes, including preparation/clean-up of the classroom
- Consistent evaluation of student progress
- Possess and use effective classroom management techniques
- Provide discipline during class
- Provide a narrative evaluation for each student at the end of the year and in November for parent conferences.
- Attend parent conferences during the November conference week and as requested during the school year
- Attend weekly Faculty meeting
- Participate in weekly Subject Teacher’s meetings
- Be present on campus five days a week, consistent with 1 FTE
- Additional duties as assigned, including recess supervision, meeting attendance
Other Responsibilities
- Substitution - Substitute during main lesson as requested. Teachers are expected to be available for more duties when teaching fewer periods.
- Observations - Attend and observe at least two main lesson classes per year in grades 6-8
- Mentoring - Meet with mentor teacher weekly throughout the year. The Math Teacher should also meet with the Mentor Teacher before the school year begins to clearly define and discuss goals, expectations, workload, responsibilities, and performance evaluation. In addition, the Math Teacher should share course syllabi, relevant materials, and information pertaining to the curriculum.
- Street Duties and Recess Duties - Supervise dismissal and recess
- Budget - Manage budget and supplies for the Math program.
- Maintain Classroom/Office/Workspace - Maintain all materials and equipment for the Math program and store equipment in an organized manner.
- Mid-Year and End of Year Reports - The Math Teacher writes student evaluation reports semi-annually for all grades classes. Narrative evaluations are to be turned into the office one week after the end of the year.
- Attend Parent Education and Admission Events (Weekend / Evening)
Schedule
8:00am-3:45pm on Teaching Days. Weekend and evening days as scheduled.
School Year: Faculty members are expected to be available to work on assigned teaching days from the start of the school year until the end as defined by the all-school calendar. Faculty members are expected to be in town and available for meetings, starting mid-August with the all-school faculty meetings and to be in town and available for end of year meetings, the week after 8th grade graduation.
Qualifications
- Waldorf Teacher Training required, or in progress
- Bachelor’s Degree or Single Subject Credential for Mathematics
- Enthusiasm and flexibility
Compensation
This is a full-time position (1FTE). Benefits include medical, dental, voluntary vision, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents. The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. It will be prorated for less than full FTE. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
- Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
- Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: February 2022
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Grade School Aftercare Aide - Starting August 2024
The SFWS Grade School Afterschool Program is looking for a part-time aide to begin in late August 2024.
Hours range between 11:30pm-5:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Summary:
The Aftercare Aide is an essential role for children at the school, creating a daily and weekly rhythm that gives them the opportunity to partake in rest, appropriate activities, and time to play and relax after a long school morning.
The Aftercare Director will provide guidance and oversight for the Aide’s work with the children in the classroom and outdoor space.
Duties:
- Lead activities for the children such as drawing, crafting and outdoor play
- Hold two quiet snack times, with the children’s snacks brought from home
- Clean-up of the room, including wiping down surfaces, vacuuming, and emptying compost, etc.
- Clean-up of play yard after use, together with the children
Desired Experience:
- Applicants must be familiar with and interested in Waldorf education
- One - two years experience working in an early childhood classroom, preferably a Waldorf classroom
- Good communication skills with colleagues and parents/guardians
- Must have an interest in engaging children in crafts, games, and other activities, both indoors and outdoors
- Must be able to work independently and with guidance from Kindergarten Aftercare Lead and Aftercare Director
- CPR/First Aid certified
Compensation:
This is a part-time, non-exempt, hourly position. It carries no benefits other than those available through the San Francisco City Ordinances. The hourly rate is $29 per hour.
The position does not pay during school breaks or Holidays.
This position does not continue during the summer break.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
● Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
● Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
● Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Hourly; not exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Date Modified: May 2023
Please contact jobs@sfwaldorf.org with your resume and letter of interest.
Grade School Games/Gym Teacher - Starting Now or August 2024
This is a .75 FTE position
General Description
The Grade School Games Teacher is responsible for teaching developmentally appropriate movement and games for grades 1 through 8.
Responsibilities
● The Games and Gym Teacher will be responsible for teaching grades 1 through 8; 13 periods per week
● The candidate will have a deep understanding of child development based on the philosophy of Waldorf education
● Be creative in developmentally appropriate movement curriculum that encourages enthusiastic participation and develops self-esteem
● Manage budget, equipment, and overall program coordination
● Lead the training for the 5th grade Pentathlon, 6th grade Medieval Games, 7th grade Explorer’s Tournament and 8th grade track meet. Organize logistics of event as well and travel to and from the event location. These are yearly, multi-school events.
● Assist with all assembly and festival preparations
● Attend weekly Faculty Meetings
● Participate in weekly Subject Teacher’s meetings
● Attend Parent Teacher Conferences during conference week and throughout the year as needed
● Classroom Observations
● Be present on campus five days a week, consistent with .75FTE
● Parent Education (Weekend / Evening)
● Substitution, as needed
● Participation in recess duties, school assemblies, and substitutions based on FTE school guidelines
Other Responsibilities
· Substitution - Substitute during main lesson as requested. Teachers are expected to be available for more duties when teaching fewer periods.
· Observations - Attend and observe at least two main lesson classes per year
· Mentoring - Meet with mentor teacher weekly throughout the year. The Games Teacher should also meet with the Mentor Teacher before the school year begins to clearly define and discuss goals, expectations, workload, responsibilities, and performance evaluation. In addition, the Games Teacher should share course syllabi, relevant materials, and information pertaining to the curriculum.
· Street Duties and Recess Duties - Supervise dismissal and recesses
· Budget - Manage budget and supplies for the Games program
· Maintain Classroom/Office/Workspace - Maintain all materials and equipment for the Games program and store equipment in an organized manner.
· Mid-Year and End of Year Reports - The Games Teacher writes student evaluation reports semi-annually for all grades classes. Narrative evaluations are to be turned into the office one week after the end of the year.
· Attend Parent Education and Admission Events (Weekend / Evening)
School Year: Faculty members are expected to be available to work on assigned teaching days from the start of the school year until the end as defined by the all-school calendar. Faculty members are expected to be in town and available for meetings, starting mid-August with the all-school faculty meetings and to be in town and available for end of year meetings, the week after 8th grade graduation.
Qualifications
● Waldorf Teacher Training certificate completed or the willingness to begin a Waldorf Teacher Training program by the second year of employment with SFWS
● Waldorf Class Teaching Experience preferred
● Training in Spacial Dynamics and/or Bothmer Gymnastics preferred
● Bachelor’s Degree Required
Benefits and Compensation
This position is .75 FTE
Benefits include medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents. The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. It will be prorated for less than a full FTE. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
● Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
● Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
● Regularly standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: Grade School Chair
Hired by: Grade School Steering Committee
Updated: April 2023
Please send a resume and a letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
High School Life Science and Biology Teacher - Starting August 2024
Summary:
- Maintaining live species in the laboratory, the greenhouse, and the possibly the bee hives
- Managing the Biology budget and inventory of supplies
- Maintaining an organized and safe classroom and laboratory space
- Designing and carrying out laboratory experiments that adhere to safety guidelines and meet the curriculum
- Meeting regularly with a mentor to go over class planning
- Maintaining a relationship with Ardenwood and access to the forest behind the school
- Attending all Science Department meetings
- Having periodic evaluations from an outside evaluator
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Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Botany, Physiology or similar required
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Graduate degree preferrable
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Waldorf Teacher Training certificate completed or the willingness to begin a Waldorf Teacher Training program by the second year of employment with SFWS
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Significant high school teaching or experience working with teens
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Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
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Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
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Be able to occasionally lift to 30 lbs.
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
High School Educational Support Coordinator - Starting August 2024
This is a full time (1 FTE) exempt position.
Start date: August 2024
Summary:
San Francisco Waldorf High School seeks an experienced teacher to be its Educational Support Coordinator. The Educational Support Coordinator helps high school students and staff recognize and integrate different learning styles that enable students to benefit from the full rigor and scope of the Waldorf curriculum. The Coordinator will work closely with the Individual Learning Committee (ILC) and the entire faculty in implementing academic accommodations; will be one of the liaisons with parents of students with neurodivergent processing; and will advise and, at times, work directly with these students.
The successful candidate will have a vision of the direction education must take in order to speak meaningfully to the children of today. We seek a person with extensive experience teaching, especially upper grades/high school, and extensive experience working with neurodiverse students. We would welcome candidates with state credentials as learning specialists and educational therapists. Excellent organizational and communication skills are a must.
SFWS asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to create an environment where all members of the community can flourish.
Responsibilities include:
- Chair the High School Individual Learning Committee to develop policy and processes in support of all students at SFWHS, but in particular neurodivergent students
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Maintain all documentation related to accommodation plans:
- Write plans, with input from psychoeducational evaluations, parents/guardians, and student
- Update each plan every year, with input from the student
- Update plans when there is an recent reevaluation
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to recommend outside testing, tutoring, or other needed special services
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Attend to documentation, policy production, procedure implementation and legal considerations of ILC work in consultation with the committee, outside consultants and others as needed
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Coordinate the Peer Tutoring program
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Provide direct coaching in executive skills and subject-area support for students as determined by need and the ILC
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Liaise with outside tutors and other resources
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Coordinate student note-takers and ensure that notes are being taken and available on the school portal
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Work with the Admissions Committee
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Apply for accommodations on standardized tests (College Board and ACT), and organize proctoring when necessary
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Coordinate and attend meetings with parents and students to further the work of ILC
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Organize after-school study hall
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Liaise with Grade School Educational Support Coordinator to ensure the smooth transition of students from one campus to the next
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Liaise with Student Support Directors at other Bay Area independent high schools through BAISLD
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Help coordinate 9th grade orientation week
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Preview/ proofread Teacher Letters of Concern before they go out and teachers’ report card comments, 4 x per year
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Previewing the ILC students’ report cards
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Administer and interpret Mindprint screenings for students who are struggling but don’t have a formal diagnosis (3-5 per year, average)
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Faculty sponsor of the Neurodiversity Affinity Group
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Coordinate the Neurodiversity Panel at all-school assembly each spring
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Teach study skills for 9th grade - use of planners, teaching about executive function skills
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Liaise with the Grade School Administrative Coordinator to create school planners
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Oversee the HS ILC budget
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Seek out training opportunities that will further your work and education
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Can teach up to 20% FTE
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Fulfill faculty duties required of 1 FTE position
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree required
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Education Specialist Credential preferred
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Graduate/Specialist degree highly recommended
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Experience supporting student with learning differences in an academic setting for at least 3 years
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Preference for candidates with classroom teaching experience, particularly at a Waldorf school, although this should not discourage those without such a background from applying
Benefits and Compensation:
This is a full-time (1 FTE) position with full benefits including medical, dental, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions after one year of employment), and tuition remission for eligible dependents in our N-12 program.
The full 1 FTE annual salary range is $60K - $85K depending on experience. It will be prorated for less than full FTE. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
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Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
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Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold
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Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
FLSA Classification: Faculty; Exempt from overtime
Reports to: High School Chair
Hired by: High School Steering Committee
Date Modified: May 2023
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
Assistant Director of Finance
Summary:
SFWS is looking for an Assistant Director of Finance to join the Business Office. This is a
full-time, exempt, staff position reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations. The
position requires managing processes and financial software, tracking budget expenses,
managing payroll and tuition contracts, and use of various financial skills and insights. Key
responsibilities are below.
Key responsibilities:
Accounting
● Assist with general accounting and tax reporting
● Assist with year-end closing including year-end audit details and 990 filing
● Post monthly journal entries to recognize deferred tuition revenues and expenses
● Provide monthly budget reports and year-to-date budget comparisons to departments
as needed for monthly review and assessment
● Reconcile bank and investment accounts monthly
Human Resources
● Liaise with outsourced HR firm, including regular information sharing
● Create journal entries for monthly payroll and benefit reconciliation. Process benefit
payments online - Kaiser, Principal, VSP, in coordination with OneDigital
● Process SFHCO requests and perform quarterly reconciliations
● Process unemployment claims
● Retirement plan: enroll employees, submit monthly ER and EE 403(b) payroll
contributions to the retirement fund and perform monthly reconciliations
● Ensure regular review processes are followed for all employees, and hold evaluation
records in personnel files
● Process in-person I-9 documentation
● Hold DOJ custodianship and process fingerprinting
Tuition and Financial Aid (Equitable Tuition Program)
● Manage the enrollment and tuition contract process for new and returning students,
including students of faculty and staff
● Coordinate the integration of contract payment terms and payments with the School’s
tuition management vendor (currently FACTS Management)
● Help analyze financial aid applications, including tax forms and other financial documents
● Ensure compliance with application requirements (submission of documentation,
deadlines, etc.)
● Monitor and collect receivables of tuition, Aftercare and After School Programs using
Quickbooks, FACTS Management Inc, and ProCare Software
● Reconcile Quickbooks regularly with AR and FACTS Management data
● Communicate regularly with parents about tuition contract, tuition due, general billing
questions, etc.
● Maintain the Family Roster (excel sheet) with accurate data of tuitions by student /
family, discounts, payment methods, etc
General
● Prepare and submit required filings to national, state, and local governments as
necessary, including but not limited to:
- o Annual Form 5500 to Department of Labor for school’s 403(b) retirement plan
- o Annual Claim for Welfare Exemption to C&C of San Francisco (Form BOE-267-A b)
- o Annual Environmental Fee Return to State of California (CDTFA-501-EF)
- o Biannual Private School Affidavit with State of California Dept of Education
- o Quarterly Use Tax
● Field liability insurance questions: claims, COIs, travel insurance for class trips
● Manage vendor contracts together with the Director of Finance and Operations
Qualifications and Experience:
● Excellent bookkeeping and accounting skills
● Detailed experience with Quickbooks
● Preferably familiar with FACTS Tuition Management, Blackbaud, School Admin software
● Minimum two years of payroll processing experience
Additional Desired Qualifications
● Knowledge of and appreciation for Waldorf education
● Understanding of independent school environment
● Strategic thinking and planning skills
● Comfortable working in a collaborative environment
Benefits and Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt position. Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending plans, retirement plan (employer contributions and matching after one year of employment), and tuition remission (after one year of employment) for up to two eligible dependents enrolled in our Preschool -12th Grade program. The annual salary range is $75,000-$90,000 depending on experience. Salaries are paid on a 12-month schedule.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
● Regularly sitting or standing 4-8 hours
● Be able to occasionally lift 30 lbs.
FLSA Classification: Staff; Exempt
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations
Date Posted: March 12, 2024
Please send resume and letter of interest to jobs@sfwaldorf.org
SFWS is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment. We are committed to fostering equity and inclusion.
SFWS hires dedicated and highly capable faculty and staff. All develop a deep connection to Waldorf education and our unique school. We are a committed group of free, responsible adults who bring our best individual selves to our work. We are dedicated to personal improvement and service to the SFWS mission, bringing energy and excitement to serve all students, faculty, and families of the school. SFWS asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to create an environment where all members of the community can flourish.