Job Description

Since 1979, Action Day Elementary School has provided a welcoming environment where children can truly thrive. Our unique blend of strong academics, innovative programs, and expressive arts fosters curiosity, confidence, and leadership in every student. With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and STEAM-integrated curriculum that emphasizes experiential and learning, our students consistently score in the 90+ percentile on statewide tests. 

Parents especially appreciate our comprehensive extended-care options, covering summer and holiday breaks, as well as our enriching onsite extras. From dance and sports to music, art, and our Innovation Hub, we provide experiences that spark creativity and expand young minds.

In 2024, Action Day Schools was voted one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area! We recognize the essential foundation of any school is its staff. We are proud of our heart-centered, creative, and committed teachers and school administrators who carefully challenge, respect, and encourage each child as a unique individual. Their dedication to our programs are the reason we continue to expand, and we are seeking professional, positive, nurturing individuals to accommodate our thriving school and uphold our reputation of excellence! Join our team as we continue to create excitement for learning in a fun and loving environment!!

Positions Available: Full-Time and Part-Time Summer School Teachers with the possibility of a Fall 2025 Teaching Contract!

Grades: Transitional Kindergarten through 4th Grade

At Action Day Schools , summer is more than a season—it’s a chance to ignite curiosity, spark creativity, and have a blast doing it! Our Summer Camp Program is filled with enriching experiences—from arts & crafts and creative play to sports, academic refreshers, bike days, and outdoor picnics. We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Elementary Summer School Teachers to help make this summer truly magical. Are you a passionate educator, full of energy and excitement, who thrives in a hands-on, dynamic environment? Whether you're inspiring our littlest learners (Kindergarten & 1st grade) or guiding the adventurous minds of 2nd–4th graders, you’re all in when it comes to fun, learning, and connection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with fellow educators to design exciting, hands-on lesson plans
• Leading students through our engaging and balanced core curriculum
• Monitoring progress and offering personalized support to help each child shine
• Building strong partnerships with parents and school leaders
• Leading meaningful parent-teacher conferences
• Representing Action Day Schools at fun, school events

Compensation: $25- $30/hr depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities For Teachers at Action Day Schools:

• Hands- on training with a mentor-teacher, 1:1 coaching sessions, and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
• New Hire Welcome Workshop, Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more!
• Staff Referral Bonus Programs
• The ability to collaborate with creative team members to design the physical environment to meet the changing needs of young children
• Career Growth Programs and New Leader Trainings with opportunities for leadership roles as a Head or Master Teacher or School Administration
• A Leadership team of brilliant Program Directors dedicated to empowering teachers and creating a fun place to work that offers challenge, motivation, and career opportunities

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will come to us with:

• 3-5 years of teaching experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Current Teaching Credential (preferred)
• Masters in Education or Related Field (preferred)
• ECE units are a plus!
• A love and passion for working with students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A reliable, can-do attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow!

Benefits

Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:

• Planned school enhancements for Fall 2025
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure at the end of December!
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) for contracted staff
• FSA
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Childcare/Private Education Tuition Discount Benefits-- At Action Day Schools, it is our goal to enrich the lives of both you and your children!

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