Primary Associate Teacher at Sonoma County Day School Print Application Deadline 12/7/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 10/26/2026 Contact Shaun McTigue 7072843250 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $45,000 - $55,000 Semi-Monthly Add'l Salary Info The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and prorated for the remainder of the school year. Length of Work Year January - June Employment Type Full Time, Temporary Job Summary Job Summary Position Summary SCDS seeks an enthusiastic, collaborative, and student-centered educator to serve as a Primary Associate Teacher in the Lower School. Working closely with Lead Teachers, the Associate Teacher supports instruction, classroom management, and students' academic, social, and emotional growth. This position is ideal for an early-career educator seeking mentorship and professional development within a dynamic independent school community. Essential Responsibilities Partner with Lead Teachers to plan and deliver engaging instruction. Support literacy, writing, mathematics, and small-group intervention. Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs, including students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Foster a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment. Support students' academic, social, and emotional development. Participate in grade-level planning, faculty meetings, and school initiatives. Supervise students during assigned duties, field trips, and school activities. Communicate professionally with students, families, and colleagues. Contribute positively to the school's culture of respect, belonging, and lifelong learning. Qualifications and Professional Attributes Bachelor's degree required; teaching credential or equivalent certification preferred. Experience working with elementary-aged students. Knowledge of research-based literacy, writing, and mathematics instruction. Ability to support a range of learning profiles through differentiated instruction. Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the dignity of every student. Growth mindset, flexibility, professionalism, initiative, and sense of humor. Dedication to continuous professional learning and student-centered education. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Please do not call the school regarding this position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@scds.org with "Primary Associate Teacher" in the subject line.

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Please do not call the school regarding this position. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@scds.org with "Primary Associate Teacher" in the subject line. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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