Toddler Teacher

Since 1968, Action Day Schools have proven to be steadfast leaders in the Bay Area's childcare & private education industry. In 2025, Action Day Schools was nominated as 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 and committed teachers who provide each child with quality care rooted in enthusiasm for their individual growth and development. We are seeking professional, passionate, nurturing individuals to accommodate our thriving centers and uphold our reputation of excellence! Join our team as we continue to create excitement for learning in a fun and loving environment!

About the role

As a Toddler Teacher, you will guide children through our exciting, newly updated curriculum and exploratory play while role modeling a sound knowledge of child growth and development. Along with ensuring the highest quality of care, you will have the opportunity to establish strong classroom management skills, parent relations, and have a blast creating positive, memorable experiences with the children!

Responsibilities

• Guide children through curriculum and exploratory play
• Role model knowledge of child growth and development
• Ensure high-quality care for toddlers
• Establish strong classroom management skills
• Build positive parent relations
• Create memorable experiences for children

Requirements

• 12 ECE Units preferred (training and support provided for core Child Development classes)
• Experience with children preferred
• Love and passion for working with young children
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable, can-do attitude with eagerness to learn and grow

Professional Development

• Hands-on training with a mentor-teacher
• 1:1 coaching sessions and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
• New Hire Welcome Workshop and Teacher In-Service Staff Development Days
• CPR/First Aid certification course offerings
• Tuition loan payment plans for core Child Development courses
• Staff Referral Bonus Programs
• Collaboration with creative team members to design learning environments
• Career Growth Programs and New Leader Training for leadership roles (Head Teacher, Master Teacher, or School Administration)
• Supportive Leadership team dedicated to empowering teachers

Benefits

Benefits for full-time employees working 30+ hours per week include:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay (including a paid holiday closure in late December)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Childcare/Private Education Tuition Discount

Pay

$18–28/hour, depending on individual experience, education, and position requirements.