Employment

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.

Overview of the Position 

Reporting to the Lower School Director, the school seeks an experienced, vibrant teacher who brings strong academic foundations, creativity and innovation to their teaching practice, both on-site and remote. Class size is between 16-18 students, and there is a part time Teaching Assistant. The hiring process will include a screening interview with two administrators. Finalists will submit samples of lesson plans, student assessment, parent communication and participate in a second interview with the full hiring committee. 

In the Lower School self-contained classroom the lead Teacher is responsible for:

• All aspects of the academic curriculum including social-emotional learning, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, both on site and remote.
• Conducting ongoing formative student assessment to guide and plan instruction so that students reach their full potential.
• Collaborating with the grade level partner teacher and teaching assistant to ensure as much program cohesiveness and continuity as possible.
• Communicating proactively and routinely to families: writing newsletters, conferencing with families twice yearly as well as when additional needs arise and writing progress reports each semester.
• Teaming with administrators, learning specialists, and specialist teachers to support students throughout the day.
• Managing classroom budget for supplies, equipment and books to stay within allotted budget.
• Supervising recess on a daily basis and lunch on a monthly basis.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have at least five years of exemplary lead classroom teaching experience and a valid California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential.
• Be well-versed in progressive educational theory and practices and be culturally competent to build an inclusive community.
• Have a proven track record of working successfully in a diverse student environment that upholds high values in social justice education and practices.
• Possess a working understanding of developmental / constructivist teaching practices and social-emotional learning.
• Have experience meeting a wide range of student learning styles and needs via multiple modalities; facile in differentiating instruction in each subject area.
• Have a nurturing, supportive, and clear tone with students, and experience with collaborative teaching.

How to Apply

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