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\nPriority to applications received by April 1, 2026
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\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
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\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
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\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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\n\n\nTeach principles of storytelling, visual composition, and design thinking as applied to digital media.
\n\n\nDevelop and maintain a structured project-based curriculum aligned with school-wide learning outcomes and media arts standards.
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\n\n\nProvide timely, constructive feedback on student work and maintain accurate records of student progress and grades.
\n\n\nCollaborate with colleagues on cross-curricular projects and school-wide events involving digital media.
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\nAbility to teach project-based, student-centered lessons in a middle school environment.
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\nProficiency with digital content creation tools: WeVideo, Canva, and Adobe Lightroom (or equivalent).
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\nFamiliarity with current media arts pedagogy, including storytelling, design thinking, and visual communication.
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\nCapacity to differentiate instruction to support diverse learners across grades 6 through 8
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\nStrong organizational skills to manage multiple ongoing student projects and a digital portfolio system.
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\nParticipate in school-wide professional development, staff meetings, and committee work as assigned.
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\nMaintain and manage classroom technology equipment and report issues to the technology coordinator.
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\nCommunicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and course expectations.
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\nAbility to participate in an outdoor education trip for 3-4 nights (additional stipend paid)
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Bachelor's degree in Media Arts, Digital Media, Visual Arts, Education, or a related field (Master's preferred).\nValid teaching credential or demonstrated equivalent experience in a school or educational setting.\nPrior experience teaching or working with middle school-aged students strongly preferred.\nDemonstrated experience with digital content creation in video, photography, and/or graphic design\nAbility to provide Livescan fingerprint clearance, SB848 and TB clearance prior to employment.\n\n"}],"salaryRange":{"currency":"USD","interval":"per-year-salary","min":76600,"max":130998},"salaryDescription":"Salary prorated depending on percentage of full-time employment.
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\nInterested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest (cover letter) as well as a current resume.
\nApplication materials should be submitted through our
website.
\nPriority to applications received by May 1, 2026
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\n
\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
\n
\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
\n
\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
\n
\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
\n
\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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\nParticipate in school-wide professional development, staff meetings, and committee work as assigned.
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\nMaintain and manage classroom technology equipment and report issues to the technology coordinator.
\n\n
\nCommunicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and course expectations.
\n\n
\nAbility to participate in an outdoor education trip for 3-4 nights (additional stipend paid)
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\n\n
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\n\n\nDemonstrated experience with both 2-D and 3-D art forms.
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\nInterested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest as well as a current resume.
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\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
\n
\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
\n
\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
\n
\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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\nDifferentiate instruction in these subject areas to meet students where they are.
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\nSetup and maintain an engaging classroom that draws students and creates an environment that feels safe to all learners and promotes authentic learning.
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\nDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and professional community
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\nFoster communication with teachers in order to effectively discuss and support student needs in/out of the classroom, ultimately developing the whole child.
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\nDeliver a student-centered curriculum with opportunities for choice, real-world problem solving, creativity and intellectual engagement.
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\nPlan and conduct field trips for Primary Elementary students.
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\nHelp develop student opportunities for authentic engagement in their community.
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\nHelp students develop self-awareness and healthy decision-making.
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\nSupervise LS before-school, recess and dismissals, as assigned by the LS Head.
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\nWork with LS Head and Specialist faculty to ensure a coordinated and well-rounded experience for all students.
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\nAttend events (Open House, All School Fair etc.) that support the wellbeing of our students.
\n\n
\nActively participate in the life of the community (sporting events, performances, committees).
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\nAttend full community, divisional, and departmental meetings.
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Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect. \n \nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. 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\n
\nInterested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest as well as a current resume.
\nApplication materials should be submitted through our
website.
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\n
\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
\n
\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
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\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
\n
\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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\nDifferentiate instruction in these subject areas to meet students where they are.
\n\n\n\n
\nSetup and maintain an engaging classroom that draws students and creates an environment that feels safe to all learners and promotes authentic learning.
\n\n
\nDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and professional community
\n\n
\nFoster communication with teachers in order to effectively discuss and support student needs in/out of the classroom, ultimately developing the whole child.
\n\n
\nDeliver a student-centered curriculum with opportunities for choice, real-world problem solving, creativity and intellectual engagement.
\n\n
\nPlan and conduct field trips for Primary Elementary students.
\n\n
\nHelp develop student opportunities for authentic engagement in their community.
\n\n
\nHelp students develop self-awareness and healthy decision-making.
\n\n\n
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\nSupervise LS before-school, recess and dismissals, as assigned by the LS Head.
\n\n
\nWork with LS Head and Specialist faculty to ensure a coordinated and well-rounded experience for all students.
\n\n
\nAttend events (Open House, All School Fair etc.) that support the wellbeing of our students.
\n\n
\nActively participate in the life of the community (sporting events, performances, committees).
\n\n
\nAttend full community, divisional, and departmental meetings.
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Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values:
\n
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* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n
* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n
* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n
* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
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* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
\n
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Head-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
\n
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HRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
\n
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Head-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
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Required Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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Summary:
\nThe Marketing and Communications Manager is a key member of the Marketing and
Communications (MarComm) team and serves as one of the main storytellers on campus,
bringing consistent messaging and integrated content experiences to life—through our
website, internal portal, digital media, print, and more—that engage our professional and
parent communities, support income-generating initiatives, and help communicate how we
live into our mission and initiatives related to our strategic plan. The MarComm Manager
serves as the managing editor of our semi-annual publication—Head-Royce Magazine—and
regular digital publications, including weekly, bi-weekly, and quarterly newsletters. This
position also maintains the annual editorial calendar, and in partnership with other members
of the MarComm team, writes/edits engaging social media content and stays abreast of
emerging trends and practices that impact the Head-Royce website and other channels.
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integrated storytelling and consistent brand expression across digital, print, and
in-person channels\nDevelop and execute communications for Advancement and Admissions, leveraging
persuasive writing, audience psychology, and emotional framing to drive engagement,
enrollment, and philanthropic support\nServe as the managing editor of the semi-annual printed Head-Royce magazine\nCoordinate and distribute the school’s primary digital publications, including weekly,
bi-weekly, and quarterly newsletters\nProject-manage print and digital publications, hiring and working with outside vendors
to maintain production schedules and deliverables\nProvide ongoing support for content creation and message development, including
articles, surveys, presentations, social media captions, graphics, and other material\nLead editorial planning meeting and manage annual editorial calendar\nCollaborate with other members of the MarComm team, staying abreast of emerging
trends and practices that impact the HRS website, social media, and other channels\nIdentify and pursue opportunities to share events and happenings at HRS, working
collaboratively with content partners and MarComm team members to generate
content that authentically tells the story of the school, its mission and values\nMonitor and co-manage communications email inbox and respond to other requests
for communications support\nParticipate in school-wide events, meetings, and committees as appropriate\nTrain and support content owners outside of communications to create and distribute
content consistent with guidelines\n"},{"text":"Skills and Qualifications","content":"\nA minimum of four years in a marketing or communications role. Previous experience
in an independent school and/or non-profit setting is a plus\nBachelor's degree required—specialty in Journalism, PR, English, marketing, or
communications preferred\nStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong sense of
audience and tone\nStrategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a proven track record of prioritizing
and completing multiple tasks within firm deadlines, while remaining flexible and
composed in response to changing demands\nExcellent organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to
managing workflows and taking initiative\nCollaboration and diplomacy; fostering strong working relationships\nHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion, including experience handling
confidential information\nPositive attitude, strong work ethic, a genuine enthusiasm for working with students,
and for being part of an academic community\nSensitivity to equity and inclusion and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively
with diverse racial, ethnic, gender, cultural, and disabled populations\nComfort and knowledge of social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook,
LinkedIn, and YouTube\nEye for design and visual storytelling, with experience creating engaging,
mission-aligned content\nComfort with photography/capturing video and still shots for storytelling purposes\nFamiliarity with CMS systems, website back ends, and marketing platforms; specific
experience with Veracross, Interactive Schools, and HubSpot is helpful\nExperience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) and other
platforms (e.g., Canva) a plus\n Strong technical skills in a Mac environment and with Google Workspace (Gmail,
Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)\nAvailability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support and promote
school-wide events as needed\n"},{"text":"Other Qualifications","content":"\nAbility to provide Livescan and TB clearance\nWork in an environment dealing with a wide variety of priorities and deadlines, as well
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\nThe Marketing and Communications Manager is a key member of the Marketing and
Communications (MarComm) team and serves as one of the main storytellers on campus,
bringing consistent messaging and integrated content experiences to life—through our
website, internal portal, digital media, print, and more—that engage our professional and
parent communities, support income-generating initiatives, and help communicate how we
live into our mission and initiatives related to our strategic plan. The MarComm Manager
serves as the managing editor of our semi-annual publication—Head-Royce Magazine—and
regular digital publications, including weekly, bi-weekly, and quarterly newsletters. This
position also maintains the annual editorial calendar, and in partnership with other members
of the MarComm team, writes/edits engaging social media content and stays abreast of
emerging trends and practices that impact the Head-Royce website and other channels.
","descriptionBodyPlain":"Summary:\nThe Marketing and Communications Manager is a key member of the Marketing and\nCommunications (MarComm) team and serves as one of the main storytellers on campus,\nbringing consistent messaging and integrated content experiences to life—through our\nwebsite, internal portal, digital media, print, and more—that engage our professional and\nparent communities, support income-generating initiatives, and help communicate how we\nlive into our mission and initiatives related to our strategic plan. The MarComm Manager\nserves as the managing editor of our semi-annual publication—Head-Royce Magazine—and\nregular digital publications, including weekly, bi-weekly, and quarterly newsletters. This\nposition also maintains the annual editorial calendar, and in partnership with other members\nof the MarComm team, writes/edits engaging social media content and stays abreast of\nemerging trends and practices that impact the Head-Royce website and other channels.\n","hostedUrl":"https://jobs.lever.co/headroyce/49746f01-5ef5-4f03-8e31-d7f5805b3dc4","applyUrl":"https://jobs.lever.co/headroyce/49746f01-5ef5-4f03-8e31-d7f5805b3dc4/apply"},{"additionalPlain":"Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values: \n \n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.\n \nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.\n \nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.\n \nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect. \n \nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.\n \n","additional":"\n
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Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values:
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* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
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* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
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* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
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* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
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* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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Head-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
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HRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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Head-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
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Required Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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OPENING FOR SCHOOL YEAR 26-27 to begin July 1, 2026
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\nSummary:
\nThe Marketing and Outreach Manager is a key member of the Marketing and Communications
(MarComm) team and plays a central role in shaping how families at all points in the experience
lifecycle come to know, engage with, and support Head-Royce. Sitting at the intersection of
Admissions, Advancement, and MarComm, this role brings a cohesive, strategic lens to
recruitment, outreach, and engagement efforts—connecting the full arc of the family experience
and ensuring that messaging, experiences, and initiatives are mission-driven and reflective of the
school’s values. Through regular participation in Admissions and Advancement team meetings,
the Marketing and Outreach Manager contributes to strategic conversations and manages
projects that support enrollment, retention, philanthropy, and community engagement, while
proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen outreach, elevate storytelling, and enhance
how Head-Royce connects with prospective and current families, as well as alumni, across all
channels.
","id":"cea719ba-9d80-4797-9ea4-037fd1d45bfb","lists":[{"text":"Responsibilities","content":"\nDevelop and implement integrated recruitment, marketing, and outreach strategies in
partnership with the MarComm, Advancement, and Enrollment Management teams\nProactively identify and manage initiatives from beginning to end that strengthen
admissions and advancement efforts, ensuring alignment of messaging, priorities, and
timelines\nDevelop marketing materials and content—with oversight from MarComm team—that
align with outreach, philanthropy, and engagement goals, ensuring that messaging
resonates with target audience\nPartner with Admissions and Advancement to support family engagement, retention,
and the full lifecycle of the Head-Royce experience\nBuild and support partnerships and events that engage prospective families and
strengthen community connections\nTrack and/or analyze engagement, giving, and outreach data, using insights to refine
strategies and improve outcomes\nParticipate in school-wide events, activities, meetings, and committees to develop a
deep understanding of Head-Royce and translate that into authentic storytelling\nParticipate in specific Advancement and Admissions events to help families feel
integrated into the Head-Royce\n"},{"text":"Skills and Qualifications","content":"\nA minimum of four years in a marketing or communications role. Previous experience
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communications preferred\nStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong sense of
audience and tone\nStrategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a proven track record of prioritizing
and completing multiple tasks within firm deadlines, while remaining flexible and
composed in response to changing demands\nExcellent organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to
managing workflows and taking initiative\nCollaboration and diplomacy; fostering strong working relationships\nHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion, including experience handling
confidential information\nPositive attitude, strong work ethic, a genuine enthusiasm for working with students,
and for being part of an academic community\nSensitivity to equity and inclusion and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively
with diverse racial, ethnic, gender, cultural, and disabled populations\nComfort working with data and using insights to inform decision-making\nEye for design and visual storytelling, with experience creating engaging,
mission-aligned content\nFamiliarity with social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and
YouTube\nDemonstrated ability to capture photography and video for storytelling purposes\nExperience with content management systems, website back ends, and marketing
platforms; experience with Veracross, Interactive Schools, and HubSpot, a plus\nProvent proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and other
tools (e.g., Canva)\nStrong technical skills in a Mac environment and with Google Workspace (Gmail,
Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)\nWillingness to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of school events\n"},{"text":"Other Qualifications","content":"\nAbility to provide Livescan and TB clearance\nWork in an environment dealing with a wide variety of priorities and deadlines, as well
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\nSummary:
\nThe Marketing and Outreach Manager is a key member of the Marketing and Communications
(MarComm) team and plays a central role in shaping how families at all points in the experience
lifecycle come to know, engage with, and support Head-Royce. Sitting at the intersection of
Admissions, Advancement, and MarComm, this role brings a cohesive, strategic lens to
recruitment, outreach, and engagement efforts—connecting the full arc of the family experience
and ensuring that messaging, experiences, and initiatives are mission-driven and reflective of the
school’s values. Through regular participation in Admissions and Advancement team meetings,
the Marketing and Outreach Manager contributes to strategic conversations and manages
projects that support enrollment, retention, philanthropy, and community engagement, while
proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen outreach, elevate storytelling, and enhance
how Head-Royce connects with prospective and current families, as well as alumni, across all
channels.
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Through regular participation in Admissions and Advancement team meetings,\nthe Marketing and Outreach Manager contributes to strategic conversations and manages\nprojects that support enrollment, retention, philanthropy, and community engagement, while\nproactively identifying opportunities to strengthen outreach, elevate storytelling, and enhance\nhow Head-Royce connects with prospective and current families, as well as alumni, across all\nchannels.\n","hostedUrl":"https://jobs.lever.co/headroyce/cea719ba-9d80-4797-9ea4-037fd1d45bfb","applyUrl":"https://jobs.lever.co/headroyce/cea719ba-9d80-4797-9ea4-037fd1d45bfb/apply"},{"additionalPlain":"To Apply:\n\nInterested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest as well as a current resume. \nApplication materials should be submitted through our website.\n\n\nLocated on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values: \n \n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.\n \nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.\n \nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.\n \nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect. \n \nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.\n","additional":"To Apply:
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\nInterested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest as well as a current resume.
\nApplication materials should be submitted through our
website.
Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values:
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\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
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\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
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\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.\n \nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. 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website.
Located on a 22-acre campus in Oakland, California, Head-Royce School (HRS) is a pre-eminent, co-educational, independent, K-12 day school with a 138-year history. Our mission is to develop students of character, intellect, and creativity. We deliver on our mission by living our values:
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\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
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\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
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\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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Application materials should be submitted through our
website.
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\n
\n* Students First: We prioritize student learning, development, and well-being.
\n* Academic Excellence: We pursue knowledge and assess our learning to better ourselves and our community.
\n* Diversity: We embrace our different perspectives, backgrounds, experiences and identities to expand and enrich what we can learn and do together.
\n* Belonging: We create the conditions in which everyone thrives and brings their authentic selves.
\n* Civic Engagement: We connect students to the local community and beyond to enhance their academic experiences and foster genuine engagement.
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\nHead-Royce enrolls approximately 920 students in the three separate divisions—Lower, Middle and Upper—and provides a dynamic, whole-child education to every student. We envision a future where education unlocks the promise and purpose of every student to better the world.
\n
\nHRS is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Open to all applicants authorized to work in the U.S and willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
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\nHead-Royce provides equal employment opportunities on the basis of merit, fitness, qualifications, and experience. The school’s commitment to equal employment opportunity extends to all job applicants and employees and to all aspects of employment. Head-Royce makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military or veteran status, age, or other categories defined by state law, federal law or local ordinance. Head-Royce prohibits discrimination or harassment based on these classifications. Discrimination and harassment based on a perception that anyone is in any of these protected classifications or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as being in any of these protected classifications, are also prohibited. Head-Royce School seeks to be a community in which every individual is treated with sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
\n
\nRequired Disclosure: AB 2534 & SB 848- As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB 2534 & SB 848) and Education Code 44051 (as amended by SB 848) applicants for all positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school, diagnostic centers operated by the CA Department of Education, and/or private schools with which they have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please include any full-time, part-time and/or substitute employment positions on your application. Failure to disclose all previous educational employment, regardless of length or location, may result in the disqualification of your application and/or may be deemed dishonestly in the hiring process and subject to discharge should you become employed.
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