The San Francisco Friends School (SFFS), located in the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco, educates K-8 students in the tradition of Quaker learning. By example and commitment, we hope to inspire all connected with our school to work together toward a peaceful and caring society. For further information about San Francisco Friends School’s beginnings, mission and philosophy, please visit our website at www.sffriendsschool.org.

Job Summary:

Come play with us! In the Extended Day (K - 4th grades) and After3 (5th - 8th grades) programs, we believe strongly in the importance of play for all children. We structure the afternoon so that all our students will have the opportunity to find a quiet place to study, but also have the opportunity to play in the way they are most drawn to, from Lego to four square, tag to origami. Our aim is to create a space where we can allow students to let it all out, while still maintaining a safe environment. We are looking for individuals who enjoy connecting with kids, love to play, and can help keep everyone safe.

Responsibilities:

• Help maintain the safety of students
• Help maintain a calm, clean environment indoors and outdoors
• Mediate disputes between students as needed
• Plan and facilitate activities including: games, arts, cooking, sports, etc.
• Assist with homework
• Prepare and serve a healthy snack
• Collaborate with fellow team members
• Attend weekly staff meetings on Tuesday afternoons
• Position hours – weekday afternoons during academic school year, approximately 17.5 hours per week

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Minimum of six (6) months of experience working with students in a school and/or educational setting eg. Student tutoring, camp counselor, child care provider
• Enthusiasm, creativity and a love of children
• Must be able to demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills
• Must pass background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) and provide recent TB clearance prior to start
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Physical requirements:

Regularly required to sit, talk, run, move equipment, hear and visually interact with students. Reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Compensation:

$23 per hour, afternoon hours, following school calendar. SFFS will provide paid sick time/health coverage only as required by local, state, and federal laws and ordinances. This position is not eligible for employee benefits or paid time off.

For those seeking more employment hours, many after school teachers also chose to work as a substitute teacher during the school day. Substitute teachers work on call, choose their own schedule, and can earn overtime if they work a full school day and then work in the after school programs.

EEO Commitment:

The San Francisco Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. The school also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities; candidates who need accommodations in order to apply for this position should request an accommodation as part of the submission of interest.

Attn: Marina Vendrell

Employment Clearances required:

• Livescan Background
• US Employment eligibility
• TB Clearance certificate
• SB 848 Reference Check