AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM TEACHER

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM TEACHER

Berkeley, California

Berkwood Hedge School is seeking excellent candidates for a part-time After School Program Teacher with the possibility of subbing during the day for the current school year.

Berkwood Hedge School’s curriculum is based on the understanding that children construct their knowledge of the world through hands-on, integrated, and active child-centered learning experiences. The strength of the Berkwood Hedge School constructivist and developmental approach is that it allows children to be creative participants in their own learning. Our teachers support their growth and development across the cognitive, physical, social and moral domains.

Under the direction and support of the Head of School, the After School Program Teacher will ensure the quality of the content of the After School Program. The ASP Teacher will plan, implement and manage the daily program during the school year (September through June).

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise ASP staff, including leading weekly staff meetings, provide staff support and evaluation
- Oversee program planning, submit a quarterly plan
- Plan and run After School events
- Communicate with parents as their primary contact about their children’s experience in After School
- Plan the menu and supervise daily snack, weekly menu by Friday of the previous week
- Purchase and monitor food and supplies
- Monitor first aid supplies, emergency forms binder
- Purchase and track use of art supplies and other materials, inventory twice a year: June and January
- Lead and provide staffing for conference and holiday care days

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years of experience working with children
- Understanding of and appreciation for progressive education
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Strong communication skills with both children and adults
- Experience planning and implementing group activities
- Ability to develop and align a dynamic program

At Berkwood Hedge School, a teacher's engagement includes various activities in addition to teaching and classroom duties, such as giving extra help to students who need it, communicating feedback directly to the Head of School, encouragement of the efforts of colleagues, concern for the appearance of the classroom and of the grounds, promptness in meeting all school obligations and flexibility and cooperation in supporting our school’s advancement. Attendance at school events and activities, such as plays, concerts, festivals, and fairs, staff meetings, and open houses is required.

We look for candidates who thrive on ownership, service, creativity, and collaboration. For more information about Berkwood Hedge School, please visit us at berkwood.org. Salary and benefits are competitive. We will accept applications until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. We hope to hire someone as soon as possible.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] . Applications received without a cover letter, will not be accepted.

Berkwood Hedge School actively seeks to build a diverse student, staff, and parent community. We are an avid equal opportunity employer and seek 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, or veteran status.