Employment

6th Grade Humanities Teacher position covers a one-year leave, overlapping with current 6th Grade Humanities Teacher for 2 – 3 months in the fall.

Overview of the Position

Under the supervision of the Middle School Director, the Humanities Teacher will be responsible for all aspects of a progressive, self-contained classroom, including curriculum development, student assessment and parent communication. Class size is between 20-22 students.

The ideal candidate will:

• A valid teaching credential is required. 
• Be well-versed in progressive educational theory and practices, 
• Have at least two years of exemplary classroom teaching experience in humanities, history and english language arts
• Working understanding of developmental/constructivist teaching practices and social-emotional learning. 
• Be able to successfully instruct and differentiate for students at different ability levels. 
• Have a nurturing, supportive and clear tone with students. 
• Understand how to work with a diverse student population.
• Be committed to social justice, equity, and diversity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great collaboration and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills
• A positive, and empathetic attitude
• Dependable and Punctual
• Excellent rapport with families.
• Welcomes feedback and support, as needed.

Job includes:

• Continuously develop and examine the humanities curriculum in conjunction with the Middle School Team. 
• Collaborate with the entire middle school staff, teaming to support the students socially, emotionally and academically, as well as to ensure program cohesiveness and continuity.
• Responsible for the daily instructional delivery of their subject-specific curriculum that aligns with the school’s mission and vision. 
• Teach classes each day, support an advisory group (of approximately 14 students), lead advisory meetings/activities for twenty-five minutes each day, function as the liaison between home and school for each advisee, and have other Middle School duties as assigned. 
• Conduct ongoing student assessment and write narrative progress reports twice a year.
• Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
• Grade students’ assignments to monitor their progress
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress
• Display student work in the classroom to showcase student learning
• Collaboration with supervisor(s) 
• General student supervision in class and other areas on campus.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not meant to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

How to Apply

Complete job application and attach cover letter and resume here

HR, Benefits and Payroll Manager

 

Overview

Under general supervision of the CFO, HR/Benefits/Payroll Manager is responsible for managing and running the school’s HR, Benefits, and Payroll functions, including the touchpoints with the GL that services all employees, both exempt and non-exempt. Manages the implementation and administration of mandated federal and state regulations, mandated reporter training and policies, including benefits.  

This position must display sound judgment, great attention to detail, plus exhibit superior professional and confidentiality behavior at all times. Additionally, this position must be extremely organized and maintain all records in a complete and appropriate manner

Such duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

General  

• • Manage and administer all aspects of HR, including HRIS system, benefits and legal compliance
  • Manage and administer all aspects of Payroll, through the Paycom system, from onboarding, offboarding and everything in between.
  • Manage and administer all aspects of benefits, working with our broker.

• Create, update, and present the annual HR/PR/Benefits Orientation packet to staff.

• • Lead and organize staff orientation for all new hires.
  • Act as the point person for all HR-related questions.
  • Lead and organize regular meetings and Q&A sessions with school employees.
  • Communicate professionally and effectively and work to fulfill the missions of the school.

• Must be available and approachable to all employees.

• Must have the ability to take responsibility for own work, establish trust, and be receptive to feedback; 
• Must be able to build genuine relationships, be respectful and inclusive, and work well with others.

 

Benefit Administration  

• Manage benefits program, working with our broker, Filice.  
• Train all employees on self-service benefits sign-up and maintenance.  
• Administer and maintain benefit records for all Park Day School employees.  
• Register new employees in Ease and Paycom.  
• Perform reconciliations of benefits activity to general ledger for benefits-related balance sheet and income statement accounts. 
• Complete and oversee employee separation tasks outlined on the employment checklist; including termination letter, COBRA, any other qualifying events as well as removal of benefits for terminated employees from both payroll system and benefits system. 
• Reconcile all benefit related accounts, manage employee deductions set-up in Payroll system and maintain benefits billing. Work with benefits broker to ensure all balances are correct and maintained. Communicate with Controller to ensure the GL balance is reconciled.
• Manage and administer the open enrollment process, working with CFO and broker 
• Manage and reconcile all 403(b) activity to ensure the plan is in compliance, accurate and up to date. Work with the 403(b) administrators on all maintenance and reconciling items. 
• Prepare and assist with annual W/C audit. 

 

HR Duties  

• Employee relations- must be able to identify and resolve employee concerns as they develop, including acting as the School’s expert on all HR- and payroll-related questions. 
• Manage the performance management tracking system, including guiding supervisors in setting expectations for employees, monitoring performance review dates, tracking performance issues and helping employees meet goals outlined in performance evaluations. This skill relies heavily on strong communication and interpersonal abilities and can help with long term employee tenure trends.
• Organize and lead monthly meetings to update employees on HR- and payroll-related matters 
• Organize and lead monthly Q&A sessions for staff to ask HR- and payroll-related questions. 
• Take initiative to update HR documents and HR systems where appropriate.
• Assist with hiring by posting job ads, forwarding applications to hiring managers and maintaining the shared drive files (Google Drive)
• Manage and lead new hire onboarding, including creating and maintaining a strong onboarding process to ensure all proper documentation is received, processed and filed, including TB testing, I-9, fingerprinting, background checks, etc.
• Administer and maintain HRIS/payroll system
• Organize, manage, and lead new hire orientation 
• Provide expertise and guidance to employees in reviewing benefits, reviewing employee handbook, setting up payroll system, training employees on electronic timesheet system, assisting with online benefits enrollment. 
• Ensure all labor law posters and information is available to employees and visible as required.  
• Ensure all employees’ permanent files are updated, accurate and audit ready at all times
• Manage Workers’ Compensation program: maintain and manage all Workers’ Compensation injuries as well as prepare and complete documentation needed by our Workers’ Compensation insurance provider. Ensure proper communication with supervisors.
• Manage, track, and provide guidance to employees on all CPR, Mandated Reporter, Title IX, and harassment trainings to ensure Park Day School is always in compliance.
• Manage and provide guidance to employees on all Leave of Absences, including FMLA/CFRA and/or SDI questions and claims.  
• Assist CFO, as requested, with managing total compensation program as well as creating and tracking annual agreements, employment letters and personnel changes in both the shared Google drive and the payroll system.  

 

Payroll Duties  

• Manage the Paycom payroll system to ensure it is setup in the most efficient manner and take initiative to update the Paycom system where it is not setup in the most efficient manner.
• Process semi-monthly payroll and ensure all earnings and deductions are correct.   
• Remit deposits to retirement accounts. 
• Process employee expense reimbursements, staff lunch program, stipends etc. through each payroll. 
• Record and maintain all garnishments.  
• Create all semi-monthly payroll reports.
• Create packet for all payroll reports, including GL entry and TIAA remittance. 
• Create GL import and reconcile the payroll GL accounts after each PR run. 

 

Other projects as assigned by the CFO or Head of School.

 

Working environment

• Frequently required to communicate with other employees; walk, reach with hands and arms; 
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods;
• Must be able to cross campus multiple times per day;
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus;
• Must be able to work for extended periods time at a desk and at a computer;
• The position is Monday-Friday, onsite, and will work on campus in the Oakland location. 
• The exact working hours will be set as to best ensure access by all staff, every day. 

 

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• HR certification required
• 10+ years of Human Resources/Payroll / Benefit Administration experience preferred plus 5+ years of that in a not-for-profit or school environment.  
• Must have in-depth knowledge of IRS regulations, California labor laws, garnishments, federal, state and local laws pertaining to human resources, payroll, benefit administration, leaves of absence, reporting and compliance.  
• Must be able to manage all aspects of the school’s Human Resources and Payroll department independently. Must have a high level of organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and document events appropriately. 
• Must maintain confidential files and keep work area clear and uncluttered at all times.  
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must feel comfortable organizing and leading meetings, and speaking and presenting in both group environments and one-on-one meetings.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with staff, students and parents in a clear, concise and pleasant manner at all times.  
• Must have strong computer skills (MS Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Internet, Google Drive, Google Suite, Online payroll and timekeeping system) and possess ability to learn new programs when needed.  
• Must be able to solve problems and make decisions independently in an ever-changing environment with a high degree of flexibility and adaptability.  
• Must have an open, positive attitude and enjoy working in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment where a diversity of opinion is valued and encouraged.  
• Must adhere to the Park Day Schools strategic goals and core values.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, politely, and productively with all types of people. from all types of backgrounds.
• Must have a comfort level in a school environment. 
• Hands on knowledge of online benefits enrollment tool required.  
• Must have strong accounting and reconciliation skills  
• Must have the ability to research and resolve problems and follow through with minimal supervision.  
• Must have the ability to take initiative to solve complex problems, provide follow through, and analyze information in multiple systems, knowing which system access will provide which data information.  
• Must handle sensitive issues with good judgment, tact, and discretion.  
• Must perform detailed work and complex calculations with a high degree of accuracy and to identify, research, and resolve problems independently.  
• Have excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a diverse group of staff. 

 

Discretion and Ethics

HR managers have access to a significant amount of sensitive information related to employees’ personal and professional lives. As an HR manager, it’s critical to manage personnel matters such as discipline, complaints, development and layoffs with complete discretion. To be an effective HR manager, you must be capable of handling sensitive information appropriately and only divulging it to authorized people while keeping the employees’ best interests in mind.

How to Apply

Complete job application and attach cover letter and resume here

After School Activities Program Teacher

Requirements and Qualifications

We are seeking an after school teacher who is passionate about working with children, and who will be an excellent team player. Candidates should be collaborative, creative, energetic, and able to engage with a large group of K-8 children.

Qualified candidates will:

• Have experience working with and supervising groups of school-age students in school or recreation (camps, teams, etc.), including facilitating student conflict.
• Be able to design activities and plan curriculum for an enrichment class during the afterschool program.
• Have strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Be dependable and on time.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators, and liaise with school day staff.
• Build excellent rapport with families.
• Bring energy and enthusiasm, welcoming families and communicating positive information about students to families.
• Channel difficult communication through the Director of Auxiliary Programming and Enrichment Program Director  (as necessary).
• Be culturally competent.
• Welcome feedback and support, as needed.
• Work at school holiday camps; collaborate with Program Director to determine work schedule on camp days. 

 

Hours: Seeking someone to work 5, 4, 3, or 2 days a week Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-6:00pm, Wednesday 1:30pm-6:00pm (Plus school holiday camps as needed)

Additional hours available in the mornings 7:30am-9:00am. 

 Salary is a competitive hourly rate based on experience. 

How to Apply

Complete job application and attach cover letter and resume here

On Call Substitute Teacher

Overview of the Position

The substitute teacher works under the supervision of the Lower (K-5) or Middle School (6-8) Director and collaborates with the other members of the grade level team or division to implement robust lesson plans when a teacher is absent, as well as complete yard and other duties as assigned. The hiring process includes submission of a resume and application, interview, school tour and orientation.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate experience in working with elementary and/or middle school aged children in an active, multicultural classroom setting
• Hold a university degree or be enrolled in university level courses
• Be trained in equitable and culturally competent instruction and classroom management
• Be familiar with progressive, hands-on, engaging teaching practices
• Hold a valid teaching credential (preferred but not required)

How to Apply
Please indicate your interest in becoming a substitute teacher by submitting an employment application.

Park Day School believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek to identify and hire a greater number of faculty of color to serve as role models for all students. We strive to foster a diverse campus community which recognizes the value of all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, family-care status, marital status, veteran status, disability or socio-economic background. 

At Park Day School, expert teachers and dedicated staff are committed to the enterprise of providing a place where students learn deeply, think creatively, act compassionately, and live fully. Founded in 1976, Park Day offers an outstanding co-educational K-8 program to over 300 students. The school community embraces the ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity of Oakland. The school is rooted in the tenets of progressive education and reinforces 21st Century learning. Our student-centered approach cultivates deep thinkers and compassionate and courageous people who shape a more equitable and sustainable world. Park Day is a leader in public purpose initiatives; our community outreach program collaborates with public schools and community groups to create meaningful service-learning opportunities for our students.

Located in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland, the school is situated on a four-acre campus that has been described as “glorious” and “a jewel” with trees,gardens, and quiet niches as well as outdoor play and athletic facilities; it is a campus for all ages. Park Day has become a leader in developing innovative educational connections between campus and classroom, including our living labs, specialized learning gardens, nature zone, chicken coop, and edible gardens.

All the adults at Park Day work to nurture relationships, critical thinking, and compassion so that learning occurs in a caring, safe, and empowering setting for students and grown ups alike. Collaboration and professional development is valued, and prioritized.

Park Day School offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, and a generous retirement program.

As an equal opportunity employer, Park Day actively seeks applicants who reflect the rich diversity of the Bay Area. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, family-care status, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, faith or veteran status.