K-2 Learning Specialist
Maternity Leave, Full-time, temporary position
November 10, 2025- June 5, 2026
Burke's is an independent K-8 gender-inclusive all-girls’ school located on a 3.5-acre campus in San Francisco. Burke’s is one of California’s leading elementary schools with a 112-year tradition of educational excellence. Our mission is to educate, encourage, and empower girls. The school combines strong academic and co-curricular programs with an emphasis on project-based learning and personal growth in a diverse and inclusive community. We emphasize the development of fundamental and higher-level critical thinking skills in an atmosphere of creativity, exploration, academic rigor, and joyful learning.
Position Description
Burke’s seeks a full-time professional to serve as the K-2 Learning Specialist. The K-2 Learning Specialist serves on the K-8 Student Support Services team (Learning Specialists and Counselors) to provide appropriate support for faculty, families, and students. We are seeking a candidate who is a team player and enjoys working collaboratively. An ideal candidate would also be organized and able to manage multiple projects; a strong listener and communicator, especially when dealing with sensitive topics; flexible and creative in problem-solving; and interested in learning and growing as a professional.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration, including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
To Apply
Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com .
No calls or additional emails, please. You will be contacted if your qualifications and experience match the needs of the position.
Benefits
Compensation
Burke’s offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $74,800 - $150,600 based on years of experience plus advanced degree stipends. Comprehensive benefits are provided including 7.5% retirement plan contribution for eligible employees. More information about the school can be found on the website at
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