San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
About Burke’s Burke's is an independent K-8 gender-inclusive all-girls’ school located on a 3.5-acre campus in San Francisco. Burke’s is one of California’s leading elementary schools with a 112-year tradition of educati…
Skills: Classroom management, Curriculum development, Pedagogical workshops, Project-based learning, Critical thinking
San Francisco, California, United States • On-site
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Support the Lead Classroom Teacher in planning, teaching, assessing, and managing the classroom environment. Participate in student supervision duties and engage in the Burke’s Teaching Institute professional development program.
Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree and demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a teaching credential or master's degree. Prior classroom experience or a background in child development is preferred, along with a strong commitment to girls' and social justice education.
About Burke’s
Burke's is an independent K-8 gender-inclusive all-girls’ school located on a 3.5-acre campus in San Francisco. Burke’s is one of California’s leading elementary schools with a 112-year tradition of educational excellence. Our mission is to educate, encourage, and empower girls. The school combines strong academic and co-curricular programs with an emphasis on project-based learning and personal growth in a diverse and inclusive community. We emphasize the development of fundamental and higher-level critical thinking skills in an atmosphere of creativity, exploration, academic rigor, and joyful learning.
Position Summary
Burke’s Teaching Institute is a two-year program that provides on-campus training for our Associate Teachers. Through regular pedagogical workshops, we provide Associate Teachers with information about teaching methods, curriculum development, assessment, and classroom management skills. Associate Teachers are partnered with Lead Teachers who play a vital role in helping the Associate develop teaching skills. By observing and working with our experienced teachers and participating in the life of the school, Associates gain valuable experience as well as opportunities to develop their own philosophy and teaching style.
The Associate Teaching position is a 2-year position. Burke’s has one Associate Teaching position in each Lower School classroom. Having Associate Teachers allows us to increase the small group attention that we offer in our Lower School classrooms and to provide opportunities for people interested in becoming educators to experience working in a K-8 independent school. In addition, Associate Teachers are expected to be enrolled in a credential or masters program by the beginning of their second year.
Our robust and ongoing, job-embedded professional development program for Associate Teachers prepares individuals for successful teaching after their Burke’s experience. Examples of recent Teaching Institute topics and discussions include Social-Emotional Life of Girls, Exploring Anti-Racist Curriculum and System Inequalities, Supporting Diverse Learning Styles, Responsive Classroom Philosophy and Strategies, and Preparing Resumes and Interview Skills. In addition, each year we choose a book to examine closely. Some titles we have read are Happy Teacher Revolution, Limitless Mind, Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain, Through Other Eyes, and Identity Safe Classrooms.
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration, including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.
Compensation
Associate Teachers positions are full-time paid on an hourly basis. The pay rate per hour for a first year AT is $31.25, equal to annual pay of $65,000. Associate Teachers are paid overtime for work after contracted hours. The potential overtime paid on average for a school year is $3,700. A stipend is granted to those with an advanced degree. Comprehensive benefits are provided. More information about the school can be found on the website at www.Burkes.org.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
