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Community. Diversity. Inclusion. Creativity. Arts. Humanitarianism. Social justice. Love. Once you walk through the gates, it’s easy to see why this school of preschool to 8th grade is so special. The School, with its adventure playground and large garden, sits in the heart of a vibrant urban neighborhood in San Francisco known as the Portola. For decades, the School has prioritized the arts, brought experiential and outdoor learning to life on and off its campus, and helped students not only find but express their true identity. At The San Francisco School, students and staff are on a first-name basis as a way of honoring the equality of each member of this very special village.

The San Francisco School seeks an independent school administrator for this senior leadership position to bring passion for the school’s mission and building community. As a member of the Office of Advancement, the director of community and culture will support the Family Association and parent affinity groups, provide support for all-school community events, oversee our Commitments for a Culture of Belonging, and be one of the administrative liaisons for the Equity and Belonging and Public Purpose Board Committees.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate as a member of the lead administrative team, and in that capacity, share in the leadership of the school
Collaborate closely with the other members of the office of advancement
Serve as the administrative liaison to the Family Association and the parenting adult affinity groups
Manage budgets for the Family Association and community events
Cultivate relationships with families as well as external community organizations
Organize select advancement events and school anniversary celebrations
Provide logistical support and collaboration for select all-school assemblies in coordination with the division heads and program team members as needed
Support the communications and marketing manager to produce The Gaven Street Gazette, the annual report/magazine, twice per year and other publications
Attend designated board meetings and provide updates to the SFS Board
Support the board Equity and Belonging and the Public Purpose committees and attend meetings Implement and manage parenting adult surveys
Oversee the Commitments for a Culture of Belonging in collaboration with the head of school and the Equity and Belonging Committee
Collaborate on office of advancement special projects
Cover duties as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in teaching or educational administration.
A minimum of five years of relevant educational experience in an independent school
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills
All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check and TB screening.
HOW TO APPLY

Please find more about the School and career opportunities at www.sfschool.org/careers. Interested candidates should email the following to jobs@sfschool.org:

Cover letter introducing yourself to The San Francisco School search advisory committee
CV or résumé
A list of four references (include each person’s name, organization, title, phone number, email, and connection to you
Leadership statement that addresses the following prompt: How would you lead change at a school with 1) a well-established set of core values, 2) a deep sense of community, identity, and mission, and 3) a bold strategic plan?
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year