Careers

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Director of Communications and Marketing

Main Purpose of the Role

The Director of Communications and Marketing is the facilitator for all communications at Cathedral School for Boys. Using skills in marketing, public relations, and writing in print, electronic, and social media, the Director of Communications & Marketing serves in an internal capacity working with all departments in the school as well as in an external capacity by creatively seeking ways to publicize and celebrate school programs and achievements to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a communications, branding, and marketing plan in collaboration with the Head of School, Director of Admission, and Director of Development that targets key constituencies and builds awareness and understanding of the school’s mission and programs
Manage the Cathedral School brand internally and externally by ensuring all communications and marketing properly reflect and emphasize the school’s mission and strategic goals, ensuring consistency in tone, messaging, and graphic identity as well as Cathedral’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice through consistent application of anti-bias, anti-racist, and culturally competent lenses
Develop and implement an effective public relations program, as needed, including writing and distributing press releases, maintaining the school’s profile on various school organization and ranking websites and search engines, and maintaining and updated and compelling social media presence
Oversee and manage all official school communications and ensure that materials reflect our mission, philosophy, and values
Establish an annual communications calendar that includes a production schedule for all print and electronic materials, internal and external correspondence, and specific marketing projects
Create and implement an overall electronic communications strategy and serve as primary content/organizational manager for the school website, e-communications to various constituencies, social media sites, etc.
Monitor influence of communications and marketing by analyzing website, social media, and communication metrics, and offer advice on current trends and best practices
Oversee all aspects of production of CSB’s annual Red & Gold print publication (which includes the school’s annual report)
Manage proofreading for all external communications for various school departments including Admissions, Athletics, and Development
Collaborate with school leaders on communication policies for parents, students, and staff
Work with the Management Team to create a crisis management communications plan
Collaborate on keynote speeches and presentations for various school events
Work with Director of Admission to ensure that admissions materials are consistent in promoting the school to prospective families. Collaborate on communications with regard to printed and online admission materials, tours, and admission events
Support key initiatives through development of creative approaches and review of all materials to ensure high-impact constituency appeal
Advise on current industry trends in communications and marketing
Work closely with outside vendors, photographers, designers, printing firms, and consultants
Help coordinate the production & distribution of invitations to school events, including online registration setup and tracking
Attend and participate in school events, as needed
Manage school photograph inventory, taking and collecting current photos as needed
Maintain an archive of published pieces, photographs, and historical information
Help manage and promote photography database for the school and photograph or arrange photo coverage of various key events throughout the year
Other duties include general administrative support as needed

Skills and Competencies

Proven strong writing and editorial skills with an ability to produce materials quickly and in a variety of styles (published articles, speeches, social media postings)
Strong interpersonal skills and customer service focus and ability to handle school information with discretion, tact, and diplomacy
Strong attention to detail, proactive in nature, ability to prioritize, and flexibility in managing multiple deadlines
Creative, collegial, approachable, and eager to assist and approach tasks (occasionally outside of the job description) with humor, warmth, and enthusiasm, for the greater good of the school
Resilient and thrives in fast-paced, ever changing environment

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree
Experience	Five years of experience in marketing/communications, journalism, media, or non-profit/education	SEO Google Analytics
Prior Knowledge	Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Blackbaud / Whipple Hill or similar desktop publishing software and content management systems Work with various social media platforms

Contact:
Please send a cover letter and a resume to Harrison Wilkes, Assistant to the Head of School, at wilkes@cathedralschool.net.

Compensation:
Cathedral uses a competitive salary scale that is based on education and years of experience and ranges from $75,000 - $140,000.

Role Title: Director of Communications & Marketing
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Head of School
Direct Reports: N/A

Middle School Performing Arts Teacher

Main Purpose of the Role

The Performing Arts Teacher is responsible for teaching and leading the creative arts that are performed by middle school students in front of an audience. Instrumental music, vocal music, dance, and theater are all possibilities of creative expression that we want our students to experience in their middle school years. The Performing Arts Teacher will plan, teach, and assess performing arts classes in grades 5-8 with the intention of working towards a performance that is a demonstration of creative skill development.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver an innovative, engaging, and high-quality performing arts curriculum for grades 5-8, incorporating music, theater, and dance throughout
Integrate reading, researching, writing, and communication skills
Prepare objectives and syllabi for each grade level following learning objective framework
Use formative and summative assessments to evaluate students’ progress
Establish clear objectives and clearly communicate expectations with students
Plan, organize, and deliver grade-level performances for each class throughout the year
Prepare students for all-school chapels including Grandparents and Special Friends Day and Lessons & Carols
Manage costume closet and stage space for all productions
Lead an advisory group and participate in related grade-level activities, including outdoor education and or service-learning experiences
Overtly support and act in accordance with the School’s mission and values
Attend and positively participate in all faculty meetings and professional training
Work collaboratively with all faculty, staff, families, and school partners
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (e.g. duties)
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
Communicate effectively with faculty, students, families, and colleagues
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, Professional Development opportunities, and ongoing dialog with Division Directors

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging Commitments

Engage in conversations with empathy and curiosity, listen to recognize the presence, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals within the Cathedral School community;
Practice courage and acting with integrity to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right even when it is challenging or unpopular;
Uphold the process of reflection, healing, and repair, holding ourselves accountable and accepting responsibility for our actions.

Skills and Competencies

A passion for working with young students
A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
An openness to professional development and continuous learning
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A positive and collegial approach to work

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	Bachelor’s degree in a related performing arts discipline	Advanced degree in education and content area
Experience	1-2 years teaching experience or experience working as a performing arts teacher	3 – 5 years teaching experience; experience teaching with a social justice lens
Prior Knowledge		Responsive Classroom training or related community-building program e.g. advisory programs

Contact:

Please send a cover letter and a resume to Kate Juergens, Assistant Head of School, at juergens@cathedralschool.net.

Compensation:
Cathedral uses a teaching salary scale that is based on education and years of experience and ranges from $75,000 - $140,000.

Role Title: Middle School Performing Arts Teacher
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Reports to: Director of Upper School
Direct Reports: N/A

Middle School Science Teacher

Main Purpose of the Role

The Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for planning, teaching, and evaluating students in upper elementary/middle school science classes. Our program is inquiry-based and aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the science department to refine curriculum, evaluate students, and monitor the efficacy of the program.
Serve as a supervisor for a range of student activities and events such as outdoor education trips, chapel service, advisory, assemblies, field trips, recess, and lunch.
Communicate with parents of students both formally (through progress reports, report cards, and conferences) and informally (through emails and phone calls as needed).
Participate in ongoing professional development and attend all faculty and staff meetings and retreats.
Overtly support and act in accordance with the school's mission and values.
Work collaboratively with homeroom teachers to plan, teach, and assess
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement.
Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices.
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg. duties).
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
Communicate effectively with co-lead, students, families, and colleagues.
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, Professional Development opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging Commitments

Engage in conversations with empathy and curiosity, listen to recognize the presence, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals within the Cathedral School community;
Practice courage and acting with integrity to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right even when it is challenging or unpopular;
Uphold the process of reflection, healing, and repair, holding ourselves accountable and accepting responsibility for our actions.

Skills and Competencies

A passion for working with young students
A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
An openness to professional development and continuous learning
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A positive and collegial approach to work

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	Bachelor's degree in science or a related field	Advanced degree in education and content area
Experience	1-2 years teaching experience	3-5 years teaching experience; Experience teaching with a social justice lens
Prior Knowledge	Familiarity with NGSS and inquiry-based instruction	Responsive Classroom training or related community-building program e.g. advisory programs

Contact:

Please send a cover letter and a resume to Chad Harlow, Director of Upper School, at harlow@cathedralschool.net.

Compensation:
Cathedral uses a teaching salary scale that is based on education and years of experience and ranges from $75,000 - $140,000.

Role Title: Middle School Science Teacher
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Reports to: Director of Upper School
Direct Reports: N/A
Starting Date: Fall 2023

Spanish Teacher

Language Department Goals
We believe in the power that learning a second language greatly contributes to a student’s overall development. Our program seeks to:

Develop cultural competency, equity, and inclusion by providing dual exposure to both Spanish and Mandarin
Develop proficiency in the following areas (adapted from World Readiness Standards, ACTFL):
- Communication skills (interpersonal, interpretive, presentational)
- Cultures (understanding cultural practices and products)
- Connections (make connections to other disciplines; access and evaluate information from and about diverse cultures and perspectives)
- Comparisons (language comparisons, cultural comparisons)
- Communities (interaction and collaboration within the community and beyond)

Key Responsibilities

Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values
Teach four classes at varying levels in grades 3-8
At the elementary levels, work collaboratively with Lower School homeroom teachers to plan, teach, and assess
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction at all levels
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement.
Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg. duties, advisory, outdoor education trips, conferences, admissions events)
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, lesson observations, professional development opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging Commitments

Engage in conversations with empathy and curiosity, listen to recognize the presence, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals within the Cathedral School community;
Practice courage and acting with integrity to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right even when it is challenging or unpopular;
Uphold the process of reflection, healing, and repair, holding ourselves accountable and accepting responsibility for our actions.

Skills and Competencies

Passion for teaching and celebrating the Spanish language and Hispanic culture
A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
An openness to professional development and continuous learning
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A pleasant and collegial approach to work and, ideally, a sense of humor
Excellent written and oral communication skills

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	Bachelor’s degree	Advanced degree in education and content area
Experience	Experience teaching in middle or elementary school settings	Experience teaching with a social justice lens; Experience organizing and leading international foreign language trips; 3-5 years teaching experience
Prior Knowledge	Native or near-native fluency; Trained in second language instruction	Responsive Classroom training or related community-building programs e.g. advisory programs; Proficiency in education technology applications

Contact:

Please send a cover letter and a resume to Chad Harlow, Director of Upper School, at harlow@cathedralschool.net.

Compensation:
Cathedral uses a teaching salary scale that is based on education and years of experience and ranges from $75,000 - $140,000.

Role Title: Spanish Teacher
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Upper School
Direct Reports: N/A
Starting Date: Immediate

Learning Specialist

**For Immediate Hire**

Main Purpose of the Role
The Learning Specialist’s primary responsibility is to support the Lower and Upper School Learning Specialists by identifying and supporting students who are learning differently, kindergarten through eighth grade. Additionally, the Learning Specialist will conduct screening and assessment at intervals throughout the school year, lead and manage small group and 1-1 sessions, and work collaboratively with faculty and families to ensure students are progressing successfully.

Key Responsibilities

Overtly support and act in accordance with the School’s mission and values
Lead process for identifying, monitoring and remediating students who learn differently (including
advanced learners)
Attend Student Support Meetings with faculty
Work collaboratively with homeroom teachers to observe, assess, and work with students who have
learning needs
Work with families on at-home recommendations and in collaboration with outside agencies
Define and deliver general and specialized instruction for students with learning needs (including, but not
limited to 1:1 sessions, small group instruction)
Support admissions by occasionally reading candidate evaluations
Educate faculty and parents on understanding learning differences
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg. duties)
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
Communicate effectively with faculty, students, families, and colleagues
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, Professional Development
opportunities, and ongoing dialog with Division Directors

Skills and Competencies

A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
An openness to professional development and continuous learning
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A pleasant and collegial approach to work and, ideally, a sense of humor
Excellent written and oral communication skills

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	Bachelor’s degree	Master’s Degree, especially in educational therapy or a related field; Orton Gillingham Training; Certified as Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner (W.D.P.)
Experience	Understanding of and experience in early intervention, assessments, and language acquisition; Experience teaching in lower or middle school or working with students of that age	Experience working in a school; Experience using assessment tools to gather information; 3-5 years of teaching experience or experience working as a learning resource specialist
Prior Knowledge	Strong knowledge of learning differences, including dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, as well as a deep understanding of ADHD and Executive functioning	Trained in Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program (LiPS) and/or Visualizing & Verbalizing

Contact:
Please send a cover letter and a resume to Kate Juergens, Assistant Head of School, at juergens@cathedralschool.net.

	Required	Preferred
Qualification	High school diploma; Proof of COVID-19 vaccination; CA Live Scan; Negative TB Test	CPR, First Aid, and AED certified
Experience	Relevant teaching experience working in a school setting

By The Numbers
Number of faculty and staff 56
Ratio of men to women on staff 1:1
Student to teacher ratio 7:1
Faculty and staff of color 22%
Faculty & staff that live outside of San Francisco 28%

List of 6 items.

Director of Communications and Marketing

Middle School Performing Arts Teacher

Middle School Science Teacher

Spanish Teacher

Learning Specialist

On-Call Substitute Teacher

Cathedral School for Boys