Play and Values Coach K-8

FTE: 100%

Agreement Dates: August 16 through August 15  Annually, hours- 7:45  am-4:30 pm

Report to: Associate Head of School

Department: Faculty 

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

EEO Category: 2

Pay Category: Exempt 

Pay Range: $72,471-$97,404 

Pay Rate: Annual

Pay Schedule: Semi-monthly

Summary:

SF Day seeks a passionate and experienced Play, Values and Experiential Coach to join our team starting in August 2025. The ideal candidate will fully align with our school’s mission, vision, and goals, demonstrating a collaborative spirit and infusing enthusiasm and energy into our social-emotional learning (SEL) focused play and experiential programs. This position collaborates deeply with students and teachers to cultivate a culture of play that helps students develop a sense of belonging and provides opportunities for them to contribute both on the playground and within the classroom and community.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Assist in creating a safe and inclusive playground and lived school experience for all students where they can develop skills to manage emotions, establish positive relationships and make responsible decisions promoting overall emotional intelligence and wellbeing 
• Support students with conflict resolution skills that encompass, communication, mediation, negotiation, self advocacy, self awareness, self management. 
• Create a focus on values, competitive gameship, leadership, conflict resolution and teamwork within the recess framework 
• Encourage safe, healthy play and positive conflict resolution through role modeling and active participation on the playground and in the classroom .
• Proactive daily care and management of all play spaces, manage student materials and oversee teachers managing play spaces. 
• Must love to play games and lead activities with kids and have the ability to model positive behavior. Actively engage a diverse range of students in respectful and inclusive healthy play throughout the school day. 
• Demonstrate ability to build rapport, trust and respect with students. 
• Maintain positive and appropriately professional relationships with the children and school staff
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong emphasis on follow-through

Principal Accountabilities & Deliverables

• In partnership with the AHoS, support the implementation of SEL objectives and school-based behavior norms education K-8 
• Deliver high-quality, safe, and interactive recess programming that captivates the children involved
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting social-emotional learning through play and contribute to building a healthy school community

Program Management 

• Utilize best practice frameworks and  resources to develop a curriculum that is aligned to SF Day’ s mission and values.
• Transform recess and play into enriching and positive experiences for all students.
• Provide active training, mentorship, and daily supervision during recess, on the playground, and throughout field trips and community engagement events.
• Oversee and train teachers and staff on recess duty, ensuring the effective application of social-emotional learning (SEL) practices.
• Establish clear communication channels to keep teachers and administrators informed about any issues or incidents that arise.
• Engage families and the community through workshops and support teacher training and staff development.

Student Experience

• Encourage Socialization and Conflict Resolution Skills -  Foster an environment where students can interact with peers and make new friends.
• Promote Peaceful Conflict Resolution - Guide students in learning how to resolve conflicts in a respectful and peaceful manner.
• Prepare for Activities - Discuss strategies with students on how to approach activities and what to do if things do not go as expected.
• Facilitate Cooperation - Provide cooperative games that encourage students to work together, communicate effectively, and demonstrate empathy.
• Support Diverse Needs - Offer a variety of unconventional materials and spaces to accommodate the diverse needs and experiences of all students.
• Encourage Self-Regulation - Create opportunities for students to practice self-regulation, helping them manage their emotions and behaviors effectively.
• Collaborate with K-2 Movement Teacher -  Work closely with the K-2 movement teacher to provide sensory support and interventions tailored for students in kindergarten through second grade.

Environment Creation:

• Foster a joyful, vibrant, and welcoming atmosphere within the library that encourages student engagement and exploration.

Other

• Collaborate with faculty and staff in student-facing duties such as arrival/dismissal, recess, and lunch