After School Teacher

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 K-8 schools with a 117-year tradition of educational excellence. 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 Description

The After School Teacher plays an important role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for students in grades K–8 during after-school hours. This position requires a positive and energetic individual who enjoys working with children, is proactive in ensuring safety, and is committed to fostering fun and meaningful experiences.

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.

Burke’s is seeking a positive, energetic candidate to support the after school program. The ideal candidate is collaborative, flexible, adaptable and enjoys working with children aged 5-14 years old. Experience and comfort working with middle school age is highly preferred for this position. Flexible assistance is sought within the days/hours of Monday-Friday, 12:30-6:00pm. Some full-day camp days for pre-determined dates are required. Job Responsibilities include:

• Welcoming K-8 students after school
• Supervising the safety of indoor and outdoor environments and with extended time on playground and outdoors
• Using a walkie talkie to communicate pick-up information
• Helping to host a welcoming after-school care program for students grade 5-8 while assisting effectively with younger students as needed
• Leading and creating structured games and activities indoors and outdoors
• Communicating effectively with Director of After School Programs and colleagues to maintain a positive working environment

To Apply

Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com. No calls or additional emails, please.

Requirements

Position Qualifications

• Experience working with children (at least 1-2 years)
• High School Graduate and pursuing higher education
• Enthusiasm, maturity, good work ethic and enjoys working with children
• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to become CPR certified)

Benefits

Compensation

The After School Teacher is an hourly position. Burke’s offers competitive compensation with a pay range of $29.50 - $31.00 based on years of experience. Comprehensive benefits are provided, including health insurance, and a 7.5% retirement plan contribution for eligible employees. 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.

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com.