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School: Brandeis Marin
Position: Middle School Jewish Studies Teacher (Full-Time)
FTE: 100% Full Time Exempt
Reports to: Director of Curriculum and Integration

SCHOOL MISSION:
With an uncompromising commitment to exceptional academics and universal Jewish values, we ignite a passion for learning that propels our students to become caring and engaged global citizens.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Brandeis Marin, a K-8 Jewish Day School in San Rafael, CA is looking for a full-time Middle School Jewish Studies teacher who will partner with colleagues to implement an exciting, innovative and creative curriculum which integrates universal Jewish values and Jewish Studies into our overall Middle School program.

Brandeis Marin educators are supported by strong leadership and enrichment specialists, and are inspired by our commitment to ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. The ideal candidate is passionate, energetic, and has a commitment to project-based learning, a passion for Jewish learning and living, and is able to teach an integrated, interdisciplinary curriculum.

Qualified applicants must have experience teaching Jewish Studies and in middle school education, a collaborative work ethic and warm demeanor, and eligibility to work in the United States. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Tanach, Rabbinic literature, Jewish history and Israel education as well as an excellent command of progressive pedagogies including experiential and project based learning. Candidates should be comfortable with all denominations of Jewish practice and respectful of each, and able to model respect for a wide range of Jewish beliefs and practices as well as cultural diversity. The requirements for the position include: Bachelor's Degree and 1-5 years prior teaching experience in K-8 education, and must also be familiar with 21st century educational principles.

DETAILS:
The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education and position requirements. Medical, dental, life and long-term disability and retirement benefits are provided. More information about the school can be found on our website at www.brandeismarin.org.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to jobs@brandeismarin.org

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

Brandeis Marin
Design Lab Coordinator

OVERVIEW: Brandeis Marin is a K-8 Jewish Day School in San Rafael, CA. We are seeking a unique candidate who has both the heart of a teacher, and a deep knowledge about design thinking, 2D & 3D design, STEAM, building, coding, engineering, project-based learning and tinkering. This candidate has a passion for igniting children's curiosity, and also loves inspiring teachers to move outside of their comfort zones. The Design Lab Coordinator reports to the Director of Technology & Innovation and helps communicate the school’s vision for our making and design curriculum to the faculty, parent body, Board and larger community.

There are four major parts to this position:

PART 1: DESIGN LAB TEACHER: Teach weekly classes, electives and after-school classes

• Develop and teach 2x/week design classes for 5th & 6th Grade.
• Develop and teach 2x/week "Making Music" class with music teacher for 7th Grade.
• Develop and teach a 3x/week design elective for 7th & 8th Grade.
• Lead two after-school Design Lab classes for grades 2-6 each semester.
• Post class assignments for students, maintain a gradebook and write progress reports & report cards.
• Attend faculty and division meetings, all-school events and perform weekly lunch, recess, tutuorial and dismissal duty obligations.

PART 2: DESIGN LAB MANAGER: Develop, manage and maintain Design Lab classroom and materials.

• Possess a working knowledge of tools, equipment, and lab safety
• Purchase and maintain appropriate tools and supplies for Design Lab and classrooms
• Manage inventory and handling of materials and consumables
• Maintain a clean and organized lab and project storage space
• Perform equipment and facilities repairs and preventative maintenance
• Manage Design Lab calendar and equipment use

PART 3: CURRICULUM INTEGRATION & FACULTY SUPPORT: Collaborate with faculty to create projects and curriculum that integrate project-based learning, design thinking and Maker/STEAM with Jewish Studies and Core Academics.

• Work with grade level teaching teams (K8) to design project based learning units that bring the "real world" into the classroom.
• Work alongside grade level teaching teams to integrate Design Thinking into pre-existing units.
• Integrate 21st century technology seamlessly into Design Thinking projects (3D Printing, Coding etc.)
• Connect Making and Design Thinking with our school mission and Jewish values
• Pursue appropriate professional development and remain abreast of changes in education and the discipline

PART 4: TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK: Support faculty, staff, students and parents with hardware and software issues.

• Troubleshoot issues related to faculty and student laptops, iPads, printers, wireless network, classroom A/V, software, document cameras and other devices.
• Support faculty and students with our various campus systems. (Google, Blackbaud, etc.)

GENERAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND APTITUDES:

• Bachelor degree required, preferably in Design Engineering / Design Technology / Mechanical Design.
• Energetic, patient and inspiring teacher and leader.
• Experience with implementing technology and multimedia in the classroom.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in independent schools.
• Clear alignment with Brandeis Marin mission, and institutional objectives, strategies and goals.
• Highly collaborative and team-oriented style.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines (i.e. student comments, grades).
• A proven commitment to the development of young people as individual learners.
• Interest in curriculum development within and across disciplines.
• Knowledge of and background in a range of technological areas such as 3D printing, maker projects, computer-aided design, academic and administrative computing including programming languages.
• Respect and understanding for the educational needs of K-8 students at a Jewish Day School
• Passion and knowledge about the use of technologies to support creative, innovative and engaged learning.
• Ability to collaborate, to be a team builder and mentor who is skilled at leveraging the talents of others, problem solving and the ability to harness creativity and translate this into effective curricular programming
• Relevant industry, job or hobbyist experience with a hands-on approach using maker skills such as woodworking, coding, electronics, sewing, etc.
• Ability to improvise with the use of hand tools, electronics, computer software, hardware and various other technologies
• High ethical standards and discretion
• Experience working in an innovation- oriented setting / non profit setting strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to work some nights and be present at specially scheduled weekend events.

(The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Brandeis Marin reserves the right to change any of this job description based on business needs. The incumbent, if applicable, will be notified of any changes before they become effective.)

Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@brandeismarin.org

Position: School Counselor
FTE: Full-Time Exempt (open to Part-Time)
Reports to: Director of Student Support

Mission: With an uncompromising commitment to exceptional academics and universal Jewish values, we ignite a passion for learning that propels our students to become caring and engaged global citizens. We are currently seeking a school counselor who is inspired by our mission and eager to master a variety of responsibilities.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Provide resources and support for students, teachers and families in grades K-8.
• Support students, faculty/staff and families in times of crisis, such as a divorce, death, or a disaster.
• Provide individual short term counseling to students with identified emotional, social and/or behavioral difficulties.
• Provide referrals to families to outside resources (professionals, books, websites).
• Attend Student Support Team meetings.
• Attend Middle School and Lower School student support meetings and program meetings.
• Lead/facilitate parent education classes.
• Support teachers in support student social and emotional needs
• Create and implement social-emotional learning curriculum K-8
• Consult and communicate with outside providers – psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, etc. to support students with whom they are working.
• Manage student caseload; document progress and communicate with students/teachers/families as needed.
• Attend student conferences as needed.
• Provide group counseling as needed, such as social skills/friendship groups, restorative conversations, and adolescent support groups.
• Attend outside continuing education workshops in order to stay current with trends and best practices.
• Be a positive and contributing member of the professional community

Qualifications:

• BA  and advanced degree/credential in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• At least three years of prior experience as a school counselor is preferred
• Collaborative work ethic
• Good sense of humor and warm demeanor 

Details:
The school offers competitive compensation based on prior experience, education, and position requirements. More information about the school can be found on our website at www.brandeismarin.org 

Instructions for applying:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: jobs@brandeismarin.org.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in the United States required.
 

Position: Registrar/Database Manager
Reports to: Director of Technology & Innovation
100% FTE, position open until filled
Non-Exempt, year round position

Brandeis Marin is an independent, co-educational Jewish day school that serves 195 K-8 students and their families in San Rafael, California. Our community reflects the diversity of the Marin Jewish communal fabric as well as the varied religious, cultural and socio-economic tapestry of the world around us. We provide an innovative, project-based education infused with spiritual exploration and discovery. Our community values partnership, open-mindedness and thoughtful intentionality. Our staff and faculty members are dedicated and good-humored and are role models of kindness, caring and integrity.

Brandeis Marin does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Role Description
The Registrar/Database Manager plays a key role in the administration and day-to-day operations of the school. They support the work of the administration, the faculty, students, and parents, by providing the yearly set-up, maintenance, training, and researching/implementing best practices of student records in all areas. In addition they will consult on and maintain other technology systems in the school such as database integrations, educational apps, classroom equipment, and providing communication with teachers in these areas. This person reports to the Director of Technology & Innovation.

Primary Areas of Responsibility:

• Oversee all aspects of our Student Information System (SIS) and Learning Management System (LMS): Blackbaud K12
• Create, facilitate, and monitor entry and maintenance of academic information including courses,activities, schedules, grades, etc.
• Support the Educational Leadership Team with annual tasks such as academic year calendar set-up, end-of-period updates, scheduling, and the preparation and publishing of report cards and transcripts
• Support administrators and staff in increasing the use of our SIS/LMS including conduct, learning profiles and official notes
• Support multiple managers within Blackbaud’s Education Management Solutions
• Adjust student records as needed, including but not limited to adjusting family relationships, updating contact information, editing enrollment years
• Work with Enrollment Office to move new students into SIS/LMS
• Create queries and lists to be used by employees as needed
• Support the community with user account creation and access in conjunction with the technology team
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of the School’s database documentation
• Support users and the transition of data between systems including in our integrated Blackbaud databases, Finalsite, and Schoolpass
• Understand the data flow between data systems and applications and work with the vendors and end-users to troubleshoot integration issues
• Maintain the integrity of the database systems by completing regular maintenance
• Set up labels, reports, and exports for employees and parents
• Coordinate updates to constituent data in multiple systems
• Maintain relationships with customer service for school systems as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills and qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to individually manage and complete major projects
• Experience as a registrar in a school setting or database manager; experience with Blackbaud databases desirable
• High proficiency with technology including Google Apps, educational databases including SIS/LMS experience 
• Strong orientation to customer service
• Strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and organizational skills
• Interest in creating greater efficiencies in data systems
• Ability to formulate and enforce business practices to create uniformity and consistency of data
• Commitment to detail in multiple systems to keep data integrity within and across systems
• Follow-through with immediate response and completion on tasks.
• Proven ability to attend to multiple tasks and be able to work closely together with others, including faculty, staff and parents
• A collaborative, team player
• A mission-driven people person with an ability to inspire and enlist the support of others
• Excellent proofreading skills
• A sense of humor and warmth of personality
• Flexibility, optimism, and calm under pressure

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds
• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@brandeismarin.org.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

This position reports to Operations Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implementing lesson plans (when available) and ensuring the integrity of academic time an in a manner that motivates students to learn and participate
• Creating on occasion lessons for students when lesson plans are not available
• Maintaining discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies
• Ensuring adequate supervision to assure health, welfare and safety of all students
• Performing any other related duties assigned by administrator(s), such as supervising children on the playground, monitoring lunch, and carpool
• Reporting to the Main Office upon arrival to and departure from school; checking mailbox of absent teacher for any materials requiring immediate attention; requesting clarification of school rules and procedure, if necessary
• Reporting all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
• Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Dismissing all students from the classroom before leaving the building
• Leaving documentation of the daily work and leaving student papers for the regular classroom teacher
• Returning instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper places

Qualifications:

• A.A. or B.A. degree with a background in Education or Child Development preferred, but not required
• Love of children
• Solid understanding of child development
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to be "on-call" for both short-term and long-term positions
• Dependable, responsible and reliable
• Sense of humor
• Positive outlook
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Strong emotional well-being
• Enthusiastic and energetic
• Great ability to multi-task
• Flexible and ability to think on one's feet

Compensation is competitive. Please send cover letter and resume by e-mail to: jobs@brandeismarin.org