Employment at Providence
At the core of Providence School is a talented faculty and staff mature in Christian faith who are excellent in their discipline, skilled in the art of teaching, passionate about the students they teach, and committed to the school’s mission. We believe that our faculty is among the best in the nation.
Providence School offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package, including discounted tuition for children of employees working 20 or more hours per week.
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR (Full Time)
Providence seeks a preschool director who, in partnership with a wonderful group of preschool teachers and the preschool admissions director, will be responsible for creating, nurturing, and sustaining a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool experience aligned with Providence’s commitment to excellence in Christian education. Under the supervision of the head of school, the preschool director will lead and oversee the preschool staff as they establish routines and provide positive guidance to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of young children (2–5 years old), including developing activities to introduce math and literacy concepts. The preschool director will work alongside a designated preschool admissions director to manage enrollment, promote the school to current and prospective families, foster parent relationships, and provide a continually excellent experience for our preschool families.
The ideal candidate will meet the California state requirements for preschool directors. Prior experience as a preschool director is highly desirable. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:
- An infectious passion for biblically-centered education that nurtures preschool students
- Ability to hire, supervise, and mentor (spiritually and professionally) the preschool team
- Excellent communication skills—both written and spoken
- Ability to foster positive relationships between parents, students, and teachers
- Expertise on the developmental markers of preschool children
The director position is a full-time, year-round, exempt position.
To apply, please download and complete the employment application and submit it with a cover letter to the attention of Mr. Soo Chang, Head of School, at schang@providencesb.org. With the application, please include a written statement describing your personal philosophy on Christian education for preschool-aged students. A job description that provides further details of the position is available for review upon request. (Posted 04/21/21)
LOWER SCHOOL LEAD TEACHERS (Full Time)
Providence School seeks qualified full-time elementary teachers for the upcoming 2021–2022 school year in kindergarten and first and fourth grades. Ideal candidates will be positive, enthusiastic, possess a “can do” spirit, and embody an authentic love of Christ. Job responsibilities include planning and implementing curriculum, monitoring and recording student progress in a self-contained classroom, and instilling the values and character traits that contribute to student development. The elementary-school teacher must be passionate about the age group and about fostering strong relationships with Providence families.
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree, a valid teaching credential, and solid experience with curriculum implementation and classroom management. Additional desired skills include co-curricular interests and giftings, computer literacy (Zoom, RenWeb student data management, Google cloud-based systems), strong organizational and time-management abilities, flexibility, a calm demeanor in the face of conflict, expert verbal and written communication with parents, and the ability to serve as a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions. Applicants must also be in agreement with and sign the Providence Statement of Faith.
To apply, please download and complete the employment application and submit it with a cover letter to Matt Knoles, Lower School principal, at mknoles@providencesb.org. (Posted 02/22/21)
SUBSTITUTE TEACHING POSITIONS
We have a frequent need for substitute teachers in all divisions. If you are interested in being on our roster of substitute teachers, please download the employment application (below), fill it out, and either mail or drop off the packet to the front office of the division for which you are applying. Campus Locations
Please direct any questions to the Providence Business Office, at businessoffice@providencesb.org.
ATHLETIC COACHING POSITIONS
The Patriots athletic program provides a setting where student-athletes develop both as players and as individuals, demonstrating that pursuit of excellence on the playing field is fully compatible with the pursuit of excellence in the classroom.
If you have an interest in a coaching opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to Athletic Director Steve Stokes at sstokes@providencesb.org or by fax to his attention at 805-962-0132.
RESOURCES
- Download the Employment Application
- If you have general questions about Providence or the application process, please call the Providence Business Office at (805) 962-3091.
We are always willing to accept resumes to have on file from potential employees who are attracted to the Providence mission. You may submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of the Providence Business Office, at businessoffice@providencesb.org.