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St. James' Episcopal School is looking for a Kindergarten Co-Teacher.  The person must have experien e working with young children and interested in differentiated instruction, working in a collaborative and joyful community that encourages support and education for the whole child. Minimum requirements: • BA or BS degree and teaching credential and a warm and positive spirit • Three years of full-time classroom teaching experience in an accredited school • Sound understanding of and affection for elementary-age children • Experience working with students and families of diverse cultural, socio-economic and racial backgrounds • Experience planning curriculum and implementing differentiated instruction • Professional demeanor; courteous, outgoing disposition • Willingness to keep abreast of research-supported teaching methods and technology • Ability to work productively and harmoniously in a team-oriented environment • Willingness to attend professional development as needed • Refrain from revealing private, sensitive or confidential information to colleagues and/or parents Essential Functions/Duties: Daily Duties/General Conduct • Attend and participate in weekly faculty and staff meetings • Attend all school-wide required events as designated in the employee handbook • Implement school-wide discipline procedures evenly and effectively as defined by the employee handbook • Maintain confidentiality regarding all school, child, and parent matters • As requested, participate in the hiring process of other faculty and administrators • Conduct and submit an annual performance review of the assigned Classroom Assistant • Handle stressful situations with patience, understanding, and flexibility • Encourage and uphold the ethos and philosophy of the school by accepting and supporting the school's mission and core beliefs • Demonstrate professional work habits by regular attendance, punctuality and conducting assigned tasks in an effective and efficient manner • Maintain a professional demeanor in dress, language, and attitude Classroom Management/Curriculum and Instruction • Daily attendance, plan, document and carry out daily lesson plans • Maintain complete and accurate records of each student's academic, physical, social and emotional growth including discipline • Collaborate with peers and administration to enhance the work environment and support differentiated learning • Participate in developing and assessing curriculum • Plan and organize field trips based curriculum • Create a classroom environment that is warm, safe, conducive to learning, and appropriate to age group • Assess the progress and accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents regularly • Demonstrate a willingness and ability to respond to individual learning needs • Use effective teaching techniques and strategies that are appropriate for each child Parental Support • Using good judgment, establish friendly but appropriate boundaries with parents that honor the reputation of the school and its faculty • Collaborate with the administration to ensure parents receive clear, consistent messages and accurate information as it pertains to the well-being, safety, and academic growth of their child • Adhere to and enforce all policies as designated in the Parent/Student handbook • Facilitate parent/teacher conferences twice a year • Answer emails, texts, and phone calls from parents, administrators and colleagues within 24 hours • Provide sensitive feedback to parents regarding their child in a compassionate manner This position is Monday-Friday and begins immediately. Compensation is competitive with a full benefits package. Interested parties may apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, and salary history to jobs@sjsla.org by November 21, 2017. St. James' is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning. BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Middle School Spanish Teacher Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a full-time Middle School Spanish Teacher beginning January 2018 or earlier based on candidate’s availability. We are looking for individuals from independent, public, private, or charter schools, with prior experience in and a passion for teaching Middle School students. A minimum of three years of experience and a bachelor’s degree are required; master’s preferred. The responsibilities of this position include: Teach a full course load (four classes) Middle School Spanish (Level I) Collaborate with foreign language colleagues and administration Attend weekly grade level and faculty meetings Serve as a Middle School advisor Communicate with students and parents as necessary Supervise, chaperone, and sponsor activities and events In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities: Excellent collaboration skills A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy A demonstrated commitment to professional growth An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion   Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.  Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com . Please submit a letter of interest and current resume to: Ms. Nasrin Farahmand Administrative Assistant to the Middle Division Director Brentwood School 100 S. Barrington Place Los Angeles, CA 90049 Email: nfarahmand@bwscampus.com We will acknowledge receipt of all candidate submissions. Applicants with whom we wish to arrange interviews will receive additional correspondence.

Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Maternity Substitute for Upper School History Teacher Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a maternity substitute replacement for a full time Upper School history teacher, to begin November 13, 2017 through March 16, 2018. We are looking for individuals from independent, public, private, or charter schools, with experience in teaching high school age students and one or more degrees in history or a related field. It is expected that a successful candidate would: Teach four sections of Upper School history, preferably one section of AP Human Geography, one section of US History, and two sections of Modern World History Make history meaningful and relevant by inspiring students Communicate with students and parents as necessary Incorporate educational technology throughout instruction and course work Perform additional duties, such as lunch supervision and chaperoning events, as needed   In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities: Strong collaboration skills A demonstrated commitment to professional development A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy Flexibility An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com . Please submit a letter of interest and a resume to: Corisa Cobden Administrative Assistant to the Upper School Director 100 S. Barrington Place Los Angeles, CA 90049 Fax 310-476-5844 ccobden@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Kindergarten Screener Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking a part time Admissions Assistant to assist with the assessment of Kindergarten applicants. It is expected that a successful candidate would: Meet all applicants to kindergarten and participate in the screening and play dates process Participate in scheduled admissions meetings Requirements and Qualifications: A minimum of a BA with an emphasis in school psychology or certification as a learning specialist Early childhood or elementary education teaching experience Ability to work flexible part time hours from mid-September through February Excellent collaboration and communication skills A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy Must pass a Livescan and general background check An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.   For further information about Brentwood School please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com . Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to: Adrienne Agena Director of Admissions, West Campus aagena@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.   BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Lead Sixth Grade Teacher (Maternity Leave Replacement)   Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a Sixth Grade Lead Teacher (maternity leave replacement) beginning in August, 2017 and continuing through March of 2018.  We are seeking individuals from independent, public, private, or charter schools, with prior experience in and a passion for teaching lower school students.  A minimum of a college bachelor’s degree is required, however a master’s degree is preferred. It is expected that a successful candidate would: Support the school’s educational mission by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students Demonstrate an understanding of thematic learning Have experience working in a collaborative grade level team Create lessons and projects that are inclusive of the diversity and multiculturalism in our community Have a successful track record and proven ability in the instruction of elementary students Communicate effectively, both with students and parents In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities: Strong collaboration skills An interest in and openness to professional growth and development Commitment to diversity and inclusion A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy Flexibility Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that best represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.  Information about our school can be found at www.bwscampus.com . Please submit a letter of interest and a resume electronically to: Dawn Cunnion, Ed.D. Associate Head of School and Interim Lower School Director dcunnion@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking resumes from qualified candidates interested in a full time Director of College Counseling. This position reports directly to the Upper School Director. The Director of College Counseling is a member of the Upper School Administrative Team and the Brentwood School (K-12) Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with an interest in working with high school students, their families, college representatives, faculty and administrators. This is a 12 month position with a workload that can vary greatly during the course of the year.   The principal responsibilities of the Director of College Counseling include: Leading and effectively managing the college counseling department including two Associate Directors and one full time support staff member Advising students and families as they move through the college research, application, and selection process Writing letters of recommendation Reviewing, adjusting, and improving the college counseling program each year. Executing on-campus programs and workshops for parents, students and college admissions representatives Advising on course selection, registration, and consequences in the college selection process Preparing regular mailings and electronic communication to parents in tandem with the communications staff Overseeing progress through the fall process of finalizing college lists and sending off applications Visiting college campuses to establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with college admission staffs Representing Brentwood School at national and regional conferences Guiding the work of the office through weekly department meetings Attending weekly faculty and administrative meetings Preparing and presenting to the Board of Trustees regular reports on the college admission process, placement, and national trends Attending regular curriculum committee meetings Advising faculty in their writing of college recommendations Work with various personnel who support the college counseling process, including the Liaison for Student Athletes and the Essay Writing Coach Establishing and maintaining a yearly budget Sharing chaperone responsibilities with the College Counseling Team for Brentwood’s East and West Coast College Trips Engaging actively in the Brentwood School community, including attending student performances, athletics events, social activities and serving as an advisor Organizing and implementing the annual Essay Writing Workshop for seniors   Desirable attributes include: A detail-oriented approach to work and outstanding communication skills including writing, listening, and public speaking The ability to work collaboratively with the administration, faculty, and other key members of the Brentwood community The energy, patience, and sense of humor necessary to work effectively with high-school students and their families Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to learn additional software such as Naviance and PowerSchool Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in selective college admissions and/or college counseling A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion An interest in and openness to professional growth and development An advanced degree is strongly preferred       Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles.  For further information about Brentwood School, please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com .   Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to Corisa Cobden Administrative Assistant to Upper School Director E-mail: ccobden@bwscampus.com

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is seeking an Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions to begin in June of 2017.    The Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions works as part of a team in a busy admissions office and report to the Director of Admissions, East Campus. This position is a mix of administrative/office support and customer service, as the Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions is the initial point of contact for prospective families. The Administrative Assistant, East Campus Admissions supports the East Campus Director of Admissions and the Admissions Office in the implementation of the admissions process for grades 7-12.   Duties & Responsibilities including, but not limited to: Represent Brentwood School as the first point of contact for applicant families Oversee the creation and maintenance of all admissions files for grades 7-12 Record applicant materials into the Blackbaud database and follow-up with families or schools for missing information as needed File application materials Maintain calendars for the Admissions Team. This includes the scheduling of interviews and tours and other appointments as needed Support the Admissions Office in the planning and execution of all 7-12 admissions events: open houses and transition events (some weekend work required) Track RSVP’s, create nametags, prepare materials, register applicants for events Coordinate and track files for the Admissions Committee process Interface with agencies, such as A Better Chance (ABC), The Independent School Alliance for Minority Affairs, and Young Eisner Scholars (YES) Manage the Parent Tour Guide program Order and maintain office supplies for the department Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions, East Campus or the Senior Administrative Team   Desired Skills/Qualities: High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google office suite Experience with databases is required. Discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential admissions information Willingness and ability to prioritize assignments, look ahead at what might be needed next, and multitask Ability to communicate and maintain collegial relationships with all constituents: students, parents, teachers, and volunteers Energy, patience, and a sense of humor necessary to work effectively with others Capacity to work both independently and with a team An interest in and openness to professional growth and development A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred   Brentwood School is dedicated to the creation of a diverse faculty and staff that better represents our student body and the city of Los Angeles. For further information about Brentwood School, please visit the School’s website: www.bwscampus.com .   Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references electronically to Lauren Windom, Director of Admissions, ecadmissions@bwscampus.com .