K - 8 Performing Arts Teacher

The Saklan School is a small, progressive, independent, non-profit school accredited by WASC and CAIS. Saklan serves grades preschool through eighth grade, with one class per grade level. Our mission is to challenge students to think creatively, act compassionately, and live courageously. Our community centers the mission in all that we do, with our goal to produce well-rounded, confident, self-aware, critical thinkers. Students at Saklan learn to collaborate with others, advocate for themselves, and become aware of their strengths and challenges. Graduates move on to high school well-prepared, self-assured, and comfortable with themselves.

Our average class size is twelve in the Lower School (K-5) in the Middle School (6-8) 15. Our classroom teachers are solo practitioners who value the importance that connection and social-emotional well-being play in a student's growth. The Saklan School leverages hands-on learning and field work to engage learners and aspires to be the preeminent project-based school in the Bay Area.

Social-emotional learning and connection are a priority.

Overview of Position

The Saklan School is currently seeking a Performing Art teacher. Candidates must be fluent in progressive educational theory and practices, be culturally competent, and have previous classroom teaching experience. We are seeking candidates who are reliable, adaptable and have a nurturing and supportive tone with students.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach music and Performing Arts classes to Grades K-8
• Yearly, direct and plan a LS Musical (grades 3-5) MS Musical and Whole School Concert
• Participate in Saklan’s Bi-Monthly Whole School Assemblies
• Filling the role of Middle School Advisor for 6-8 students
• Provide differentiated, varied classroom instruction using a multi-modal approach
• Provide clear performance objectives that will be widely understood by students, parents, and administrators alike
• Facilitate the social, emotional, and academic development of students within the classroom using Responsive Classroom procedures to managing the class and any student behavior issues
• Develop and implement student assessment methods that will consistently and continuously provide a basis for evaluating and reporting student progress
• Coordinate with Dean to deliver academic and social-emotional support for students
• Contribute to the community beyond the classroom
• Communicate with constituents in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate will have the following characteristics and skill set:

• At least two years of exemplary classroom teaching experience and a valid teaching qualification
• Understanding of project-based learning
• A visible love and respect for children
• Experience in designing and teaching an integrated curriculum
• Experience in adapting curriculum to different learning styles
• A creative, compassionate, and courageous thinker and doer
• A team player with colleagues and parents
• A good listener and communicator
• A good sense of humor
• Comfortable with the use of technology

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• Elementary school
• Middle school
• Visual & Performing Arts

Physical setting:

• Private school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person