De Marillac Academy - MS Teacher - San Francisco, CA
De Marillac Academy is a successful, dynamic 4th-8th grade school that provides tuition-free, private Catholic education to children from underserved families in San Francisco. The school, founded in 2001 and co-sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers and the Daughters of Charity, is part of the Nativity Miguel national network of schools that serves low-income populations. De Marillac seeks students who are considered “at-risk” because of social, academic, economic, and/or family circumstances. We serve a diverse student body of 100 students and support them in achieving their goals through high school and beyond.
De Marillac seeks a highly motivated, mission-centered, and energetic middle school teacher to join our team for the 2008-2009 academic year. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in our humanities curriculum such as language arts, social studies and religion, as well as art and music.
Desired Qualification- Master’s degree in a related field
- Three or more years of experience teaching in a middle school
- A Bachelor’s degree
- ESL experience
- Three years of teaching experience
- A strong commitment to the values and principles of Catholic education
- Valid California credential or Masters or presently enrolled in aforementioned programs
- Willingness to participate in Lasallian/Vincentian spiritual and professional development programs
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Teachers at De Marillac are hired to work on a 200-day contract each academic year. De Marillac is on an expanded annual calendar; teachers work from August 1 through mid-June of the following year. Salary is competitive based upon experience and qualifications. De Marillac provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement.
De Marillac Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an institutional commitment to diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. People of all faiths are encouraged to apply, but candidates must be comfortable with the Catholic tradition and faith-based education/activities which are central to the school’s mission.
Application: Send a resume, letter of intent, description of your educational philosophy (one page), and three letters of recommendation by July 24, 2008 to Eileen Emerson, Principal, at eileen_emerson@demarillac.org.
De Marillac Academy
175 Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: 415.552.5220
Fax: 415.621.5632
Website: www.demarillac.org
