About Town School :
Town School for Boys is a K-8 all-boys independent school located in San Francisco with approximately 415 students, of whom 49% come from self-identified families of color, and a faculty: student ratio of 1:6. Our diverse faculty and staff can be characterized by their warmth, collegiality, and dedication to our mission and values. At Town, learning is prized, love of school is essential, and boyhood is celebrated. For more information, please visit our Town Facts page, read about "Why a Boys' School," or learn about our community of belonging.
Position Description:
Town School for Boys, a K-8 Independent Day School located in San Francisco, is seeking applicants for the Extended Day Program Teacher position for the 2025-26 school year August 13, 2025 - June 9, 2026. The Extended Day Program Teacher will assist in the administration and supervision of the Extended Day Program (EDP) and its students in accordance with school policies and program guidelines. The ideal candidate has the flexibility to meet changing work needs and demands, dedication to youth development, an openness to feedback, and a desire to grow professionally. This position requires support with school day transitions, lunch and recess duties, and class coverages.
This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with a competitive compensation package. Medical and dental benefits are available.
Program Description:
The Extended Day Program (EDP) is a safe, fun, and inclusive after school play space for our students. A blend of structured and self-directed activities allow students to interact with peers across grade levels. Students are encouraged to be creative and innovative during self-directed play while provided the opportunity to engage in structured play if desired. Structured activities include, but are not limited to, sporting games, arts and crafts, cooking projects, engineering projects, and science experiments led by EDP Teachers. The Extended Day Program strives to support the school day program in fostering a love of learning by exposing students to many areas of study.
Duties and Responsibilities of the job:
_ Program Implementation_
- Daily room set-up and clean-up of materials/equipment regularly throughout each afternoon and at the end of each program day
- Manage student's after school schedules in connection with LEAP programming
- Develop program curriculum and activities that include but are not limited to indoor/outdoor games, arts and crafts, and science to be led with groups of students
- Maintain the classroom bulletin boards/walls and display student artwork/projects
- Bring innovative ideas for instruction and care, and collaborate with the Director and EDP Team to plan and implement
- Perform administrative and record keeping duties on various app-based platforms and software to track and record information
- Strong computer skills with knowledge of Google Suite preferred
_ Student Supervision and Engagement_
- Provide student supervision at all times during program hours
- Student check-in and tracking of student attendance
- Actively engage with students during in-person program hours, such as assist students with homework help, supervise play time, lead enrichment activities, and support individual student creative projects
- Assist students with conflict resolution when needed
- Provide leadership, positive energy, and good spirit for students, constantly assessing group dynamics and the needs of individual students
- Work directly with EDP Team to create a safe, warm, fun, and inclusive environment both in the classroom and on the fields
_ Communication and Collaboration_
- Collaborate with the EDP Director and EDP Team in support of program growth and development
- Communicate with school faculty and staff to support the holistic development of students
- Support with school day duties (i.e. recess and lunch) and various grade level activities and projects prior to daily program hours, including acting as a guest teacher on occasion
- Attend training and meetings as required to support personal and team development in partnership with school faculty and staff
Desired Qualifications and Skills include:
- Eligibility to work in the United States, and ability to pass a criminal background check and provide a TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire completed by a licensed health care provider
- Strong classroom management skills
- Demonstration of reliable attendance
- Commitment to educational programming for children, specifically students K - 8th grade
- Enjoys working with and has knowledge of basic developmental needs and characteristics of students K - 8th grade
- Flexibility to meet changing work needs and demands
- Ability to work collaboratively on a high-functioning team
- Openness to feedback and desire to grow professionally
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly, maturely, and compassionately with coworkers and families alike
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a similar field strongly preferred; at least 2 years of experience with school-age children in lieu of degree
Non-Discrimination Policy:
At Town School for Boys, we are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As part of this commitment, we encourage qualified candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds to apply.
Pay Range: $30 - $33 / hour
TO APPLY :
Please submit materials using the "Apply for this position" button, which can be found via the Town School Employment webpage. Please do not send materials directly elsewhere. Materials should include:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
- A resume that includes all employment and education information
Application for this position can be found at https://town-school-for-boys.hiringthing.com/. To learn more about our faculty culture and community in general, please visit our Employment page.