Head Teacher, Early Learning Center – Inspire Curious Learners

SAR Academy; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SAR Academy in Emeryville is seeking dedicated Head Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year in our Early Learning Center. Candidates should foster curiosity and creativity in young children while maintaining a warm and inclusive classroom environment. Responsibilities include planning curriculum, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with the teaching team.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in early childhood education and demonstrate empathy within the classroom. SAR Academy offers a supportive environment for educators to grow professionally while impacting young learners.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to build a warm, respectful, empathetic, and inclusive classroom community.
• Deep understanding of social, emotional, and cognitive development in early childhood.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective teaching practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum and lessons.
• Conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children.
• Maintain effective classroom management strategies.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Differentiated instruction

Communication with parents

Collaboration with teaching team

Empathy and inclusivity

Education

Background in early childhood education

Job description

SAR Academy in Emeryville is seeking dedicated Head Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year in our Early Learning Center. Candidates should foster curiosity and creativity in young children while maintaining a warm and inclusive classroom environment. Responsibilities include planning curriculum, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with the teaching team.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in early childhood education and demonstrate empathy within the classroom. SAR Academy offers a supportive environment for educators to grow professionally while impacting young learners.