Preschool Teacher

Action-Day-Schools; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

FSA

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition discount

Job summary

Action Day Schools in the Bay Area invites qualified Preschool Teachers for our San Jose, Saratoga, and Morgan Hill centers. You will guide children through our updated curriculum and exploratory play, role-model growth, and foster strong parent relations while maintaining positive classroom management.

We offer competitive hourly pay from $19.23 to $28, depending on experience and qualifications, plus professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time

Qualifications

• 12 ECE Units required.
• Experience with children preferred.
• A love and passion for working with young children.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A reliable, can-do attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Guide children through updated curriculum and exploratory play.
• Establish strong classroom management skills and parent relations.
• Create positive, memorable experiences with the children.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with children

Reliable, can-do attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

12 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 for multiple Preschool Teacher Positions within our San Jose, Saratoga, and Morgan Hill Locations!

As a Preschool 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!

Compensation: $19.23- 28/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, Teacher 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 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

• 12 ECE Units required
• Experience with children preferred
• A love and passion for working with young children
• 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 in late 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!