A Progressive School
How do penguins survive the cold?
What is your definition of justice?
How do you draw your inner self?
At Presidio Hill School, we’re in the business of inspiring kids to both ask and answer questions. And now we hope to answer some of yours.
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Our Mission Statement
Presidio Hill School is a co-educational independent school committed to multiculturalism and the development of our students into active and responsible participants in the world.
By tradition and current emphasis, Presidio Hill encourages children to question, evaluate, and think creatively and independently. Social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth are promoted through an enriched individualized program. Basic and practical skills are taught as useful tools rather than ends in themselves. Children are encouraged in their strengths, assisted in overcoming weaknesses, and recognized for their uniqueness.
Parents, staff, and students participate in decision making as a collaborative school community.
Multicultural Programs and Services
Presidio Hill School is committed to sustaining an equitable and just school culture. We respect, affirm, and defend the dignity and worth of each member of the school community. Presidio Hill makes this commitment tangible in the day-to-day functions of the school through:- student and family support: encouraging and guiding students and their families in accessing academic, cultural, and social opportunities in the PHS community;
- curriculum: supporting faculty in sustaining a multicultural curriculum and inclusive classrooms;
- outreach and hiring: collaborating with the director of admissions in outreach to diverse communities; assisting the directors and deans in recruiting a diverse staff.
Strategic Planning Committee Report
Over the course of the past year the Strategic Planning Committee has engaged the Presidio Hill School community in an effort to identify the strategic priorities facing Presidio Hill School in the next three to five years. The Committee conducted surveys, community meetings, small focus groups, and day long work sessions, and participated in numerous conversations with parents, staff, faculty, and Board members. In all, over 100 members of the school community were involved in the process.
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Employment
Founded in 1918 by a poet and an artist, Presidio Hill School is a K-8 co-educational independent school with an enrollment of 196 students. We are the oldest continuously operating progressive school in California. Presidio Hill School provides its students with an academically challenging, inclusive, multicultural education. Our mission is to encourage students to question, evaluate and think creatively and independently.
We strongly encourage persons of color and LGBT candidates to apply.There following position is open for the 2010-2011 school year:
After-School Enrichment Program (AEP) Teacher
Description:
Help lead an after-school program for grades TK-8.
Schedule:
Mid August 2010 - Mid June 2011, 2:30-6pm, Monday - Friday
Compensation:
DOE
Responsibilities:
Supervise students in grades TK-8 in a safe and fun environment after school. This position is for a 3rd - 8th grade teacher, but will also be working with students in grades TK-2. Develop positive relationships with the students and serve as a role model. Create interesting games, activities and projects that encompass the arts, science and recreation. Assist students with homework. Help clean-up snack and activities. The AEP director may assign additional duties. Report to the AEP director.
Requirements:
Energetic, creative and responsible
Self-motivated, team-player
Experience working with diverse children, specifically middle schoolers and 3rd - 5th graders
Sincere interest in working with children
Knowledge of indoor and outdoor activities
Must complete a background check
Preferred:
After-school, camp, and/or teaching experience
Please mail, email or fax resume and cover letter to:
Cherie Lockwood, AEP Director
cherie_lockwood@presidiohill.org
Presidio Hill School
3839 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94118
Fax: 415-751-9334
