The Bay School of San Francisco is currently searching for an Engineering and Design Teacher in San Francisco, CA. This part-time position, which lasts from January to May 2024, involves teaching three courses focused on engineering, design, and robotics to 11th and 12th grade students. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of teaching experience in engineering or shop courses at the middle or high school level, as well as proficiency in Google Suite and familiarity with PC and Mac platforms. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the teacher will collaborate with course teams, design assessments, grade student work, and communicate regularly with students and parents. The Bay School values a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages individuals dedicated to social justice and student-centered education to apply.
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Engineering and Design Teacher
Reports to: Arts Department Chair and Dean of Faculty
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Employee Status: 75% FTE, Exempt, Part-Time, Temporary (January- May 2024 only)
Work Term: January through May 22, 2024, includes preparation, teaching, and grading
Work Schedule: Teacher will be on campus for all class meetings (each class meets 3x/wk) as well as for tutorial periods, staffulty and/or collaborative course team meetings (as determined with dept chair)
Start Date: January 22, 2024; classes begin on February 1, 2024
The Bay School of San Francisco is currently seeking a qualified Engineering and Design Teacher for a temporary, part-time position starting in January 2024 and ending in May 2024. The teacher will report to the Arts Department Chair and Dean of Faculty and will be responsible for teaching three courses: two sections of an introductory design course and one section of an Advanced Product Design course. The primary focus of the courses will be on mechanical engineering and design. The courses are known to attract students with interests in robotics and industrial design.
The Engineering and Design Teacher will have several responsibilities, including providing safety training, overseeing students during class activities, maintaining machinery, and managing inventory and restocking of supplies. The classes will meet three times a week on a rotating block schedule. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to innovative curricular design, collaboration, progressive pedagogy, and social justice.
To qualify for this position, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s degree preferred. They should also have 2-3 years of teaching experience in engineering or shop courses at the middle or high school level. Proficiency in Google Suite and familiarity with both PC and Mac platforms and Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Management Systems (SMS) is required. Additionally, the candidate should possess safety certifications or have a demonstrated safety record in working with students and machinery. Other requirements include LiveScan fingerprinting and TB risk assessment, first aid/CPR training, mandated reporter training, anti-harassment training, and bloodborne pathogen training.
The primary responsibilities of the Engineering and Design Teacher will include teaching three courses, designing curriculum and assessments, grading student work, and providing feedback. They will also be expected to communicate with students, parents, and advisors, hold one-on-one student meetings, and attend staffulty or department meetings.
As a member of the Bay School community, the Engineering and Design Teacher will be expected to support the well-being of the community and individual students. This includes attending Morning Meeting on days with a morning class, holding Tutorial at the end of the school day, promoting anti-bias and equity work, and embracing mindfulness as a practice. The ideal candidate will align with The Bay School’s mission, philosophy, and precepts, and have a dedication to anti-bias and equity work. They should also be committed to ongoing professional growth and open to feedback.
The work environment at The Bay School includes multiple buildings on campus, with shared teacher offices. The teacher may teach in different classrooms throughout the year. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud during school hours, but quiet outside of school hours. Lunch service is provided by Acre Gourmet and is available to all employees. The salary for this part-time position will be based on years of secondary school work or relevant experience, with a range of $28,228 to $46,673. The position also qualifies for benefits.
Interested applicants should email their application, including a cover letter, resume/CV, and list of references, to jobs@bayschoolsf.org. The subject line of the email should be “Engineering/Design.” The deadline for applications is open until the position is filled. More information about The Bay School and the position can be found on the school’s website.
In conclusion, The Bay School of San Francisco is currently hiring an Engineering and Design Teacher for a temporary, part-time position. The teacher will be responsible for teaching three courses focused on mechanical engineering and design, and will have responsibilities in safety training, student oversight, and supply management. Qualified applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree, teaching experience in engineering or shop courses, proficiency in Google Suite, and the necessary safety certifications. The ideal candidate will align with the school’s mission and values, be committed to ongoing professional growth, and enjoy working in a high school community. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits. Interested applicants should submit their application to jobs@bayschoolsf.org.
