Head Toddler Teacher

Action Day Schools; California; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition discount for employees’ child

Job summary

Action Day Schools in the Bay Area is hiring full-time Head Toddler Teachers at our Campbell, Mountain View, Saratoga, and San Jose locations. The Head Teacher will oversee the Toddler program, mentor staff, and coordinate curriculum alongside the Director, with occasional site visits to share best practices.

Compensation ranges from $25 to $29.50 per hour, depending on experience and education. We offer hands-on professional development, benefits including medical/dental/vision, paid holidays,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Completion of 12 core ECE units, including Infant/Toddler Development.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with children.
• Professional, enthusiastic, and an influential role model to peers.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Toddler program and assist in curriculum evaluation.
• Train fellow staff and act as liaison between Director and staff.
• Visit other sites to share knowledge with employees at sister schools.
• Plan and facilitate staff in-service meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Love for children

Team mentorship

Education

Associate's Degree

12 core ECE units

Job description

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!!

We are hiring full-time Head Toddler Teachers at our Campbell, Mountain View, Saratoga, and San Jose locations!

In addition to engaging the children in developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring the highest quality of care in your classroom, we are looking for an experienced Head Teacher who will assist in overseeing the Toddler program and the evaluation of curriculum. Our Head Teachers work with and train fellow staff members and act as liaison between the Director and the staff within their age group. You will also have the chance to visit other sites as needed to share knowledge with employees at our sister schools, and assist in planning and facilitating school and companywide staff in-service meetings. This is an incredible, new opportunity to lead an award winning program!

Compensation: $25- $29.50/hr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities For Teachers at Action Day Schools:

• Hands- on training, 1:1 coaching sessions, and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
• New Hire Welcome Workshop, bi-monthly Head & Master Teacher Meetings, In-Service Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more
• Tuition loan payment plans available to help Team Support Teachers complete the core Child Development courses and become teacher-qualified.
• 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 Training with opportunities for leadership roles as a 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

• Associate's Degree
• Completion of 12 core ECE semester units, including the Infant/Toddler Development course- Haven’t taken the Infant/Toddler Development class? NO problem! We will help you complete this course!
• 2 years of experience with children
• A love and passion for working with young children
• Professional, enthusiastic, and an influential role model to peers
• Excellent communication skills
• A reliable, can-do attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow!

• Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure at the end of December!
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 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!