Child Care Center Teacher, Infant/Toddler (2-24 months)

About the role

The Menlo School Child Care Center serves the children of Menlo School employees, from infancy to five years old. A caring and experienced staff offers a play-based curriculum in a vibrant facility on our beautiful campus. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a 10-month schedule (mid-August to mid-June), operating Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Our philosophy focuses on the whole child approach, assisting in developing cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and language skills in a play-based environment. We see each child as an individual and strive to enable each to reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner and communicate with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Develop and implement a play-based curriculum that supports the growth of each child.

Requirements

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• A minimum of 3 years of directly related experience.
• A minimum of 24 ECE units, including an infant/toddler development class.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Completed Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training.
• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a collaborative environment.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

Benefits

• An exceptional work environment and caring community.
• Highly competitive salary.
• A comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their families, including generous contributions to a retirement plan.

Learn more about employment benefits here.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $28–$36 per hour. The final salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status, and the number of months worked per academic year. Menlo School considers internal equity and pay equity in making final offers.

About us

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and founded in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

Menlo is dedicated to providing a joyful, transformative education that empowers students to explore broadly, think critically, act responsibly, and navigate the complexities of an evolving world. Our relevant and engaging academic program—complemented by outstanding arts and athletics—sparks wonder, fosters a love of learning, and inspires students to reach their full potential.

Student care and the supportive relationships students build with teachers, coaches, and peers are at the heart of all we do. We uphold the highest ethical standards, develop character, and pursue a shared commitment to purposes larger than ourselves.

At Menlo, belonging is essential to who we are as a school. We embrace the growth and well-being of every member of our community by cultivating a culture rooted in kindness, trust, and belonging—one where everyone feels welcomed, included, and valued, and where our diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas are honored with curiosity, care, and compassion.