Employment Opportunities

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• Activity Leader

  Job Description

  We are seeking dynamic, energetic, playful, responsible activity leaders to cultivate and develop the inquisitive minds of a diverse student body in our after-school program. Join our dedicated team in providing a fun, innovative, quality program where children build their confidence through creative clubs, physical activities, and free play. Activity Leaders are committed to working in a multicultural learning environment, demonstrate flexibility, have a positive attitude, and a professional demeanor. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children in a school or camp setting, an understanding of the social and emotional needs of K-8 students, strong communication and organizational skills, and a motivation to work with a strong existing team.
  
  

  Essential Responsibilities

  • Supervise, interact with and engage students
  • Plan, develop, and facilitate creative clubs and recreational activities
  • Help to ensure the safety and hygiene of students by following all School policies and procedures, including those related to COVID-19 health and safety
  • Set-up and clean-up all program areas in compliance with the School’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols
  • Communicate program needs to Director
  • Attend regular staff meetings and professional development
  • Assist with other School duties, including lunch and recess supervision, as requested
  • Attend and/or help staff School events as requested

  Desired Qualifications

  • A love of working with children
  • An understanding of the developmental needs of K-8 students
  • High energy and creativity
  • Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
  • Flexibility and patience

  Schedule and Hours
  These are part-time (50%), non-exempt positions beginning immediately. The after-school schedule is Monday through Friday 2:00-6:00 p.m., with bi-weekly meetings at 1:30 p.m. Additional hours are available during in-service days and school breaks. The anticipated pay scale is between $21/hour and $23.53/hour, depending on experience.
  
  

  Apply
  Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and completed Redwood Day Employment Application to activityleader2024@rdschool.org, Attn: Rob Eifler, Director of After-School & Summer Programs, by July 31, 2024.

• After School & Summer Programs Coordinator

  Job Description

  The After School & Summer Programs Coordinator is responsible for providing support to the Director of After School and Summer Programs including administrative support, materials management, data input, and assisting with the daily functions of the departments. In addition, the After School & Summer Programs Coordinator must be able to manage time effectively to make sure the needs of the departments are being met. 

   

  After School and Summer Programs Coordinator

  • Attends meetings as required by the Director of After School and Summer Programs
  • Works with Director to manage staff
  • Coordinates Study Hall coverage with Teaching Assistants & ASP Staff
  • May assist Director with recruiting activities
  • Manages daily schedule and assigns roles to ASP Staff
  • Develops and maintains forms that support program development
  • Manages supply orders; Coordinates snacks and supplies for ASP & Summer Program
  • Works closely with staff to develop safe, fun, creative and engaging activities for children
  • Relays observed behavior issues and other concerns as a Mandated Reporter
  • Coordinates ASP & Summer attendance, Enrichment Class setup and ensures weekly logistics are up to date in UltraCamp
  • Collaborates between day school and ASP for spaces and logistics; Manages logistics for conferences, in-services, and Presidents’ Week recess
  • Assists with dismissal management using School Pass software
  • When Director is not available, may serve as point person for communication with families
  • Supervises recess duties, as scheduled
  • Other duties as assigned

   

  Essential Requirements
  
  

  The ideal candidate has:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, interest in child development
  • Two to three years’ administrative experience; additional experience working with children preferred
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Creative and collaborative approach to problem-solving
  • Flexibility and patience
  • Deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging

   

  Schedule and Hours

  This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Standard hours are 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.

   

   

  Compensation/Benefits

  The anticipated salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for the full-time position of Assistant to the Lower School Director is $29-$33/hour depending on factors such as experience and education.

   

  Apply
  Please submit a cover letter, resume, and Redwood Day Application Form and submit it electronically to afterschoolsummerprograms@rdschool.org, Attn: Rob Eifler.  No phone calls, please.

• Long-Term Substitute Design, Build, & Innovate Teacher

  Job Description

  The Long-Term Substitute Design, Build, & Innovate Teacher will oversee the development and delivery of the Design, Build & Innovate curriculum for grades K-3 and 7-8. The teacher will partner with the other Design, Build & Innovate teacher to support the shared 7th-grade planning and a comprehensive, effective, and cohesive K-8 design curriculum.

   

  The ideal candidate will have experience teaching in a project-based K-8 environment and an understanding of developmental levels for each age. Additionally, the candidate should have experience with a variety of assessment strategies and implementing a balanced and integrated technology curriculum. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to meeting the learning needs of each student, a teaching style that supports differentiation of instruction, a collaborative spirit, and an interest in supporting the community.

   

  As a long-term substitute teacher, this individual will also support the K-8 community and participate in various activities including advisory and special events of the school. Additional responsibilities include active involvement in collaborative teacher meetings and supervisory duties.

   

  Essential Requirements

  • B.A. in related field; Master’s degree preferred
  • Three to five years experience teaching a S.T.E.A.M. oriented curriculum
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion
  • Culturally competent, responsive, and sensitive to diverse populations
  • Strong classroom management skills

   

  Desired Qualifications and Traits

  • Strong knowledge of child development, especially ages 5-14
  • Design Thinking background and/or equivalent professional development
  • Experience in a Makerspace or FabLab
  • Experience using hand and power tools, 3D printers, and laser cutter
  • Experience with Google Suite (Google Docs, Google Classroom, and Google Sites), Adobe Illustrator, and CAD programs (ex. Sketchup, Tinkercad, etc.)
  • Experience with 2D drafting and 3D modeling

   

  Schedule and Hours:

  This is a substitute/leave replacement position beginning mid-September through December 20, 2024. Regular hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays).

   

  Pay Scale:

  The anticipated salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for the full-time position of Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher is $72,227 to $108,627, depending on factors such as experience and education.
  
  Apply:

  Please submit a cover letter, resume, and Redwood Day Application Form electronically to longtermDBIsubteacher2024@rdschool.org, Attn: Karina Momary, Middle School Director.