Careers

List of 3 items.

• Interim Director of Admissions

  Role Title: Interim Director of Admissions for the 2026–2027 School Year

  FLSA Status: Exempt

  Reports To: Head of School

  Direct Reports: Senior Admissions Associate

   

  Main Purpose of the Role: Founded in 1957, Cathedral School for Boys is a nationally recognized, K–8 school located in the Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. Cathedral School remains committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for its students by developing scholars, leaders, and young men of character who are self-aware, confident, and eager to make a difference in the world.

   

  The Interim Director of Admissions is responsible for supporting the Interim Head of School in all aspects of the recruitment and enrollment process, including conducting school tours, reviewing applications, interviewing prospective students and families, managing outreach initiatives, overseeing the onboarding and new-family transition plan, and maintaining communication with prospective families throughout the admissions cycle.

   

  As part of the enrollment team and working in close concert with the Senior Admissions Associate, the Interim Director of Admissions will closely attend to the prospective family experience, ensuring that families move through the admissions process with joy, access, and a strong connection to the School and its community. Finally, the Interim Admissions Director, in conjunction with the Head of School, will be responsible for managing admissions data, including monthly reports, community presentations and tracking, and trend reporting.

   

  This is a one-year appointment for the 2026–2027 academic year. The start date is July 1, 2026, though the school is open to the possibility of starting in the spring of 2026 depending upon the availability of the candidate.

   

  Key Responsibilities:

   

  • Manage all aspects of admissions in a manner that reflects and communicates a deep understanding of the School’s mission and distinctive value proposition.
  • Ensure cohesive messaging in the recruitment, enrollment and retention of students.
  • Research, track, analyze, and forecast data in order to advise the Head of School and administrative leadership on strategic recruiting objectives.
  • Ensure a systematic and efficient process for handling applications and communications with potential families, from inquiry through the point of enrollment.
  • Promote a collaborative energy around all functions of the Admissions Office, inspiring and coordinating the supportive, organized, and strategic participation of administrative colleagues, faculty members, and parent volunteers.
  • Remain current on trends in education, all-boys education, Episcopal life, and approaches to independent school admissions.
  • Proactively co-manage a team of volunteers who serve as ambassadors for the school, providing ongoing training, keeping the team informed of changes at the School.
  • Co-lead the School’s recruitment of new students by strategically, vibrantly, and warmly fielding inquiries, planning recruitment events and tours.
  • Write monthly newsletters to prospective families.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Head of School as needed.

   

  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 act with integrity to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right, even when it is challenging or unpopular.

   

  Skills and Competencies:

   

  • A level of professionalism that is commensurate with the School and yet perpetuates the warmth and humility that have been hallmarks of our admissions process.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills along with excellent presentation and relationship-building skills.
  • Attention to detail; proactive, flexible, with an ability to manage competing priorities with humor and warmth.
  • Results-driven, with an ability to measure results in tangible ways and ability to adjust approaches as evolving circumstances require.
  • Creative, collegial, and approachable.
  • Receptivity to feedback.
  • Resilient and thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

   

  	Required	Preferred
  Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree	Advanced Degree
  Experience	Three years of experience in school admissions	Experience in independent and/or K–8th grade admissions at a high-achieving independent school
  Prior Knowledge	Microsoft Office suite, CRM systems, Google Workspaces	Blackbaud Tuition Management, Ravenna, Clarity

   

  Compensation: Cathedral School offers a competitive Interim Director of Admissions salary ranging from $125,000 to $175,000, depending upon experience. Additionally, Cathedral School consistently offers one of the most robust benefits packages among independent schools in the Bay Area.

   

  Contact: Please send a cover letter and a résumeé to Burns Jones, Head of School, at jones@cathedralschool.net.

• Middle School Performing Arts Teacher

  Role Title: Middle School Performing Arts Teacher

  FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

  Reports to: Director of Upper School

  Direct Reports: N/A

  Start Date: 2026–2027 School Year (potentially sooner, circumstances allowing)

   

  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 the year.
  • Integrate reading, researching, writing and communication skills.
  • Prepare objectives and syllabi for each grade level.
  • 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, and professional courtesy.
  • Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the  Director of Upper School.
  • 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 act 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

   

  Compensation: Cathedral School for Boys offers a competitive annual teacher salary for this position, ranging $75,000–$125,000, depending upon experience. Additionally, Cathedral School for Boys offers one of the most robust benefits packages among independent schools in the Bay Area.

   

  Contact: Please send a cover letter and a resume to Lukas Rahlson, Director of Upper School, at rahlson@cathedralschool.net.

• Extended Day Program Staff / Afterschool Teacher

  Role Title: Extended Day Program (EDP) Staff / Afterschool Teacher

  FLSA Status: Part-time Non-exempt

  Reports to: Extended Day Programming Coordinator

  Direct Reports: N/A

   

  Main Purpose of the Role: The EDP Staff / Afterschool Teacher is responsible for developing and leading engaging afterschool activities, including both indoor and outdoor activities, snack time, and homework assistance; supervising students and responding to their needs and interests; and coordinating parent pick-up. This is a part-time, hourly position with shifts varying between 2:00–6:00pm, Monday–Friday, with summer months, holidays, and school breaks off.

   

  Key Responsibilities:

   

  • Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values;
  • Maintain a safe yet fun environment for boys beyond the classroom; spend time outside on the roof play yard and in the gym, enjoy snacks and activities, and work on classroom assignments;
  • Manage program transitions and student pick-up;
  • Provide a safe physical and emotional environment for all students, encouraging the boys to take initiative to solve problems and helping them investigate, ask questions, and have fun;
  • Communicate with families.

   

  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 people;
  • A positive, resilient disposition;
  • Attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills.

   

  	Required	Preferred
  Qualification	High school diploma	Bachelor’s degree in education or applicable field CPR, first aid, and AED certified
  Experience	Experience working with children, e.g., nanny, teacher, tutor, coach	Classroom instruction or supervisory experience

   

  Contact: Please send a cover letter and a resume to Eliza Kaye, Director of Extended Day Program, at kaye@cathedralschool.net.

   

  Compensation and Benefits: Rate of pay is $23.00–$26.00 / hour, depending on level of experience. Benefits include paid sick leave.