Lead teachers and elementary school

Reports to: Head of School, Elementary School

New School San Francisco is a public charter school currently serving 470 transitional kindergarten through 8th grade students from all corners of the city and from all backgrounds. We aim to practice equity in all that we do - ensuring every child is able to access and receive an individualized education that builds off their unique strengths, skills and passions. We pursue social justice as a through line, helping learners develop an understanding of how to make our community better. We are committed to breaking down systemic structures which contribute to deep inequities in education. Our goal is to prioritize our Black and brown students, English Language Learners (ELLs), and students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) by dismantling white supremacy. However, we know that our school and organization must continue to evolve to reach this aspiration. We aim to teach kids of all ages to think critically about how race has been constructed in the United States, to become aware of their own racial socialization, and to have skills and vocabulary to engage in productive conversations around race, racism, classism, sexism, ableism and other inequities. We specifically are aiming to become a pro‑Black organization, as we know that Black people have been the most marginalized within our society and within our school as well. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our students and their families. We strongly encourage leaders and teachers of color, LGBTQIA+ and male candidates to apply. We believe that the adults must be taken care of and supported to do right by our students. We are looking for teacher leaders who effectively develop students’ academic and socio‑emotional skills; who build inclusive classroom communities; who differentiate their instruction to ensure all students are able to engage with rigorous, grade level content; We are looking for teachers who believe in the brilliance and capacity of every student; who value collaboration, feedback, and coaching; and finally, who believe in our values of community, anti‑racism, action, and justice and see the power of their role in changing the world around us.

Valid teaching credential (required), California preferred

Two years of relevant (elementary, content‑specific) teaching experience with strong academic outcomes for Black & brown students, English Learner students, and students with IEPs (required)

Deep commitment to equitable teaching and learning approaches, including — but not limited to — culturally responsive teaching, inclusion, anti‑racist education, restorative practices, Universal Design for Learning, social emotional learning and data‑informed instruction

Experience working with children, families and staff from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning needs, including - but not limited to - English Language learners, academically high‑achieving students, students with IEPs, academically low‑performing students, and students who have experienced trauma

Familiarity with Special Education accommodations and modifications, IEP implementation, and inclusive practices

Sense of agency and belief that teacher actions directly impact student actions

Creative problem solving and flexibility in thinking

Unwavering belief that all students should and can receive an education that is equal to their extraordinary potential regardless of their background

Develop yearly scope and sequence for content areas aligned to state and national standards

Collaboratively build integrated inquiry arcs (10‑12 weeks) with grade level team which integrates content

Hold and meet high expectations for each student’s learning and social emotional development goals, incorporating equity and anti‑racist practices

Create, monitor, and adjust Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs), ensuring all students have ambitious and appropriate academic and social‑emotional learning goals

Collaborate with team, manager, and learning specialists to create and sustain an inclusive environment; continue to improve knowledge and implementation of SPED and ELL best practices

Use data to drive instructional strategies and meet student needs

Use a variety of research‑based classroom management strategies to support all students

Create a learning environment that celebrates diversity, practices equity, and promotes safety, support and joy

Partner with families to develop student goals and strengthen home‑school connections

Strive to live out our school values of community, action, and justice in all that you do and have fun in the process

Commit to constant professional and personal growth

Collaborate with grade level teammates and other members of the teaching and learning community

Prioritize serving our Black and Brown students, students with IEPs, and English learners

Document, reflect, and share your pedagogy and insights with colleagues, visiting educators and the community broadly

Compensation is a competitive salary based on years of teaching experience, degrees, National Board Certification and any special credentials. Starting salary for a credentialed educator with at least two years of teaching experience is $75,000 and ranges based on years of experience up to $120,000

Competitive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.

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