Sacramento Country Day School, a leader in Pre-Kindergarten - 12th grade independent school education since 1964, seeks a full-time long term substitute Pre-K Assistant Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year with an hourly range of $24.50 - $27.50 Hours: 7:45 am-4:15 pm Monday-Friday, during the school year.

Teaching assistants support our classroom teachers with the following:

• Delivering instruction, working with small groups or individuals
• Monitoring and assisting students in the classroom
• Supervision at recess and lunch
• Assisting students with problem solving and conflict resolution
• Classroom management (including whole class on occasion)
• Supporting students’ social-emotional growth 
• Organizing and preparing materials and supplies
• Other duties of a supportive nature in the classroom or playground

The successful candidate will have most of the following attributes:

• Success working with children in a group setting
• Patience, kindness, and an overtly warm manner with children
• Ability to set boundaries with children in a firm but loving way
• Ability to support the social-emotional growth of students and support problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Ability to run a learning group or activity (typically literacy or numeracy) with direction from the classroom teacher
• Confidence taking over whole class activities on occasion with a lesson plan from the teacher

General Requirements:

• 12 ECE units
• School requirements include: Background check, First Aid/CPR training (school sponsored), negative TB result.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for tasks such as helping children, setting up equipment, and moving classroom materials.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor for extended periods to interact with children at their level, assist with activities, and manage circle time.
• Regular standing and walking throughout the day to supervise and engage with children during various activities, both indoors and outdoors.

Sacramento Country Day School teachers are active in the school community, many serving as advisors, trip chaperones, and coaches. The ideal candidate will add strength to a wide range of programs and embrace a diverse and powerful learning community. Interested candidates should send a resume and a letter of interest to Maisae Affour, Head of Lower School at resume@saccds.org.

Sacramento Country Day School, the regional leader in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade independent school education since 1964, seeks a full-time Director of Equity and Belonging. This position includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits. The salary range for this position is between $95,000 - $120,000 depending upon education and experience.

The Director of Equity and Belonging will partner with Country Day leadership and community members in efforts to empower all adults and students to see themselves reflected in the community while also appreciating the multiple identities and cultures that comprise who we are. Sacramento Country Day School respects, affirms and protects the dignity and worth of each individual.

The successful candidate will help to intentionally build an environment that promotes deep respect and appreciation for cultural differences, especially on behalf of traditionally under-represented groups, including people of color, families with limited financial resources, individuals with disabilities and first generation college-bound students.

As a member of the Administrative Team, the Director of Equity and Belonging reports to the Head of School with the expertise and support needed to influence key areas of policy development, decision-making, and management and to help monitor and assess school culture and ongoing efforts in admission, hiring, retention, financial aid, and curriculum development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and support in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging that further Country Day’s Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Chair and facilitate the work of the school’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Alliance (IDEA) committee and associated work on The Assessment of Inclusion and Multiculturalism (AIMS) recommendations 
• Partner with the Marketing and Communications Department to recruit diverse, mission-aligned families
• Partner with the Admission Office to assist, support, and welcome diverse, mission-aligned families during the application and onboarding process 
• Partner with community members to focus on the retention of diverse, mission-aligned families

 Management

• Develop, implement and support professional development for Staffulty that deepens cultural competency and the intersection of race, class and identity in the community
• Collaborate across all divisions and departments to plan, organize, and implement events for students to bring awareness and competency to discussions of race, class, and identity
• Collaborate with Division Heads, the Academic Support Team and Emotional Support Counselors to support and assist with parent education opportunities
• Coordinate and Support Affinity and Ally groups for families, students and employees
• ​​Consult with Admin/faculty on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) related problems or incidents

Policy

• Partner with Division Heads and the Business Office to provide strategic guidance around policies and practices impacting the student experience of minority or marginalized communities
• Support the recruitment, onboarding and retention of a more diverse employee population by partnering with Administrative Leadership and Human Resources
• Develop a proactive support system for under-represented students and their families to ensure that every student has the resources needed to be successful at Country Day

Curriculum

• Work with Division Heads to implement periodic review of curriculum scope and sequence through a lens of  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field: graduate degree preferred
• A strong commitment to building a school culture that is rooted in best practices around diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Understanding and supporting the school’s mission and core values
• A sensitivity to and knowledge of the needs of a diverse community and the ability to work effectively with students, Staffulty, families and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational and communications skills 
• A commitment to respect for others, collaboration, a team-centered approach, confidentiality, and follow-through

School requirements include: Background check, First Aid/CPR training (school sponsored), negative TB result.

Sacramento Country Day School is an inclusive community and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.  To apply, please send a single pdf file that includes a letter of interest, resume, and a list of three (3) references to the Head of School, Lee Thomsen at resume@saccds.org

Job position available anytime after January 1, 2025 (or the 2025-26 school year).

 

HOURS

Monday-Friday
2:30-6:00 p.m.

SUMMARY

Sacramento Country Day School offers an Aftercare Program for Pre-Kindergarten students to have the opportunity to engage themselves in activities beyond their regular academics. The PreK aftercare program allows students to explore different interests, interact with fellow students outside of the classroom and enhance social and educational skills. The aftercare counselor is responsible for leading students through a variety of activities to aid them in these processes. The pay range is $22 - $25 hourly depending on education and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Devise and implement structured activities while supervising aftercare students

• Ensure the safety of students by abiding by all licensing guidelines

• Respond to parent and children concerns in an effective, professional manner

• Communicate with families regarding sign up

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 12 Early childhood education units at a community college or university.

• Must be available Monday-Friday, 2:30-6:00 pm

• Must have experience working with pre-kindergarten children 

• A positive attitude towards students and parents

• Dedication to providing a fun, safe atmosphere for all involved with the aftercare Program

• An understanding of the importance of teamwork and a commitment to fellow counselors and Director

• An understanding of appropriate work behaviors

• An open-mind for new ideas, opportunities, and others’ input 

• Ability to support the social-emotional growth of students and support problem-solving and conflict resolution

• A strong commitment to equity and inclusion

School requirements: Background check, First Aid/CPR trained (school sponsored), negative TB result within the past year.

Sacramento Country Day School is an inclusive community and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. To apply, please send a single PDF file that includes a letter of interest, resume, and a list of three (3) references to Maisae Affour, Head of Lower School, at resume@saccds.org.

Sacramento Country Day School, the regional leader in PK-12th grade independent school education since 1964, is continually seeking qualified substitutes for all grade levels/subjects.  

Requirements

• Substitutes for Pre-Kindergarten must provide proof of a minimum of 6 ECE units.
• All other grade levels (K-12) require at least a B.A. and experience working with students.
• All candidates must pass a criminal background check and provide proof of a negative TB test before working with students.

Interested candidates should send a resume and a letter of interest to Human Resources at resume@saccds.org.