EMPLOYMENT - AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Role and Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Maintain a safe, student-centered learning environment. Guide whole class, small group, and individualized instruction in reading, writing, word study, social studies, and social-emotional learning. Regularly monitor and assess student learning and growth to inform instruction using a variety of tools and means.
• Curriculum Design: Plan a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that aligns with the school mission and grade-level learning goals. Craft thoughtful, engaging units of study designed to address the different learning styles of students in the class.
• Collaboration: Work with grade-level colleagues to ensure integration across subject areas. Consistently and clearly communicate with colleagues, administrators, and parents regarding student progress and any student issues.

Requirements:

We are looking for an inspired and student-centered educators with a Bachelor’s degree. Teaching credential or Master’s degree preferred.
Experience and training in Writers' Workshop and/or Project Based Learning is desirable. This person must have a current First Aid, AED and age-appropriate CPR certification. A Bachelor’s degree would be a plus. All employees undergo fingerprinting through Live Scan. 

About our school:

Sea Crest is a JK-8 school of joyful learning and community. Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, Sea Crest offers a high-quality, engaging educational experience that leverages our beautiful setting with a focus on marine and coastal connection. Our creative and collaborative educators believe in providing the best in innovative education to inspire and empower learners to engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage. For 25 years, we have had the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through their journey of discovery, growth and development. Our small class sizes support a personalized approach to instruction and the opportunity to develop strong connections with students. Our enrichment programs enable students to discover new interests and abilities in a supportive environment. Sea Crest graduates are: Inclusive, Thoughtful, Knowledgeable, Creative, and Articulate.

Ready to apply?

Sea Crest values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Sea Crest offers a strong benefits package and competitive salary range. If you are interested in this role, please submit a cover letter and résumé to Michelle Giacotto, Director of Curriculum. 

Sea Crest School is growing our Student Support Team and seeks a Counselor & SEL Coordinator beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. This position will work closely with administration and faculty across the grade span to support and maintain a student-centered school community, JK-8th.  The Counselor & SEL Coordinator is responsible for implementing best practices in counseling, and coordinating resources, programs, and initiatives to promote community wellbeing.  

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provides counseling and make referrals to outside therapists
• Supports students with targeted behavior plans
• Facilitates friendship & social skills in small groups
• Monitors students in need on the playground and classroom providing written observations for families and teachers 
• Ongoing review and updating of SEL curriculum 
  teach key SEL lessons across the grade span
• Leads the Advisory program planning for grades 5-8
• Participates in wellness program development
• Attends select overnight outdoor education trips
• Coordinates community partnerships with allied-health professionals
• Conducts parent education on social-emotional practices and common language to enhance school-to-home communication 
• Monitor student stress levels and academic load

Requirements:

• Current California License: Mental Health Services
• Master’s Degree or PhD in School Counseling, Social Work or Psychology
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a school counselor, psychologist, or work in a related field
• Extensive knowledge of school-related social-emotional research and strategies and practices
• Passionate about collaborating with teachers, families and administration to support students JK-8

About our school:
Sea Crest is a JK-8 school of joyful learning and community. Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, Sea Crest offers a high-quality, engaging educational experience that leverages our beautiful setting with a focus on marine and coastal connection. Our creative and collaborative educators believe in providing the best in innovative education to inspire and empower learners to engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage. For 25 years, we have had the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through their journey of discovery, growth and development. Our small class sizes support a personalized approach to instruction and the opportunity to develop strong connections with students. Our enrichment programs enable students to discover new interests and abilities in a supportive environment. Sea Crest graduates are: Inclusive, Thoughtful, Knowledgeable, Creative, and Articulate.

Ready to apply?
Sea Crest values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Sea Crest offers a strong benefits package and competitive salary range. If you are interested in this role, please send a cover letter explaining qualifications and reason for desiring to work at Sea Crest in particular, resume, and a minimum of three references (with contact information) should be email to Leslie Richardson, Director of Student Learning, lrichardson@seacrestschool.org or mailed to Leslie Richardson, Sea Crest School, 901 Arnold Way, Half Moon Bay, CA. 94109.

Part-time (15 hours per week), Non-exempt (Hourly)

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provides push-in and pull-out student support primarily in K-4th grade
• Focuses on building strong foundational skills in literacy, comprehension strategies and the writing process. 
• Plans and teaches both individual and small groups of students
• Contributes to student success plans by doing targeted interventions or screenings
• Provides support for individual students with identified needs, including periodic assessment
• Participates in the admissions student screening process 
• Compiles accurate student records consistent with Sea Crest benchmarks 

Requirements:

• Experience with formal and informal assessments and a teaching approach informed by training in specific early literacy 
• O-G (Wilson, Slingerland, Lindamood-Bell)
• Grounded in progressive theory
• Familiarity with Reader’s & Writer’s Workshop Units of Study 
• Certified in Educational Therapy/MA in Special Education
• Experience as Elementary Level Teacher and/or Learning Specialist     

About our school:

Sea Crest is a JK-8 school of joyful learning and community. Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, Sea Crest offers a high-quality, engaging educational experience that leverages our beautiful setting with a focus on marine and coastal connection. Our creative and collaborative educators believe in providing the best in innovative education to inspire and empower learners to engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage. For 25 years, we have had the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through their journey of discovery, growth and development. Our small class sizes support a personalized approach to instruction and the opportunity to develop strong connections with students. Our enrichment programs enable students to discover new interests and abilities in a supportive environment. Sea Crest graduates are: Inclusive, Thoughtful, Knowledgeable, Creative, and Articulate.

Ready to apply?
Sea Crest values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Sea Crest offers a strong benefits package and competitive salary range. If you are interested in this role, please send a cover letter explaining qualifications and reason for desiring to work at Sea Crest in particular, resume, and a minimum of three references (with contact information) should be email to Leslie Richardson, Director of Student Learning, lrichardson@seacrestschool.org or mailed to Leslie Richardson, Sea Crest School, 901 Arnold Way, Half Moon Bay, CA. 94109.

Part-time (15 hours per week), Non-exempt (Hourly)

Role and Responsibilities:
The Extended Day Program (EDP) staff member is responsible for supervising students who attend the after-school program and facilitates the organization of effective extended day program physical and social-emotional environments that reflect the School’s educational philosophy.

Requirements:
High School diploma preferred. Two years related experience in child supervision. Experience in a non-profit or independent school would be a plus. First Aid, AED, age-appropriate CPR certification and a valid California Driver License required. All employees undergo fingerprinting through Live Scan.                             

About our school:
Sea Crest is a JK-8 school of joyful learning and community. Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, Sea Crest offers a high-quality, engaging educational experience that leverages our beautiful setting with a focus on marine and coastal connection. Our creative and collaborative educators believe in providing the best in innovative education to inspire and empower learners to engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage. For 25 years, we have had the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through their journey of discovery, growth and development. Our small class sizes support a personalized approach to instruction and the opportunity to develop strong connections with students. Our enrichment programs enable students to discover new interests and abilities in a supportive environment. Sea Crest graduates are: Inclusive, Thoughtful, Knowledgeable, Creative, and Articulate.

Ready to apply?
Sea Crest values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Sea Crest offers a strong benefits package and competitive salary range. If you are interested in this role, please submit a cover letter and résumé to Jacquie Cuvelier, Chief Financial Officer. See the full job description here.

Part-time (up to 28 hours per week between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm), Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Role and Responsibilities:
Assists with all aspects of small business accounting which may include accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciliations, payroll, journal entries, management reporting, statutory reporting, financial statement audit preparation, and other accounting and administrative projects as needed.

Requirements:
At least 5 years experience in accounting role(s). Knowledge of GAAP accounting, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient in both Microsoft and Google Suite software, intermediate Excel skills are required (e.g. lookups, pivot tables). Must have experience with Mac operating system. Experience with Quickbooks Online strongly preferred. Associates degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience in a non-profit or independent school would be a plus. All employees undergo fingerprinting through Live Scan. Relatives of current students or staff members are not eligible for this position.

About our school:Sea Crest is a JK-8 school of joyful learning and community. Located in the heart of Half Moon Bay, Sea Crest offers a high-quality, engaging educational experience that leverages our beautiful setting with a focus on marine and coastal connection. Our creative and collaborative educators believe in providing the best in innovative education to inspire and empower learners to engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage. For 25 years, we have had the privilege of stewarding young minds and hearts through their journey of discovery, growth and development. Our small class sizes support a personalized approach to instruction and the opportunity to develop strong connections with students. Our enrichment programs enable students to discover new interests and abilities in a supportive environment. Sea Crest graduates are: Inclusive, Thoughtful, Knowledgeable, Creative, and Articulate.

Ready to apply?
Sea Crest values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Sea Crest offers a strong benefits package and competitive salary range. If you are interested in this role, please submit a cover letter and résumé to Jacquie Cuvelier, Chief Financial Officer. See the full job description here.