Toddler Teacher

Action-Day-Schools; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday closure in late December

Medical, dental, and vision

FSA

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Childcare/Private Education Tuition

Job summary

Action Day Schools in California is hiring multiple Toddler Teachers for Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Saratoga, and San Jose locations. As a Toddler Teacher, you will guide children through our updated curriculum and exploratory play, role-modeling developmentally appropriate practices while building strong parent relationships.

The role offers pay ranging from $18–$28 per hour, depending on experience and education, plus benefits for full-time staff including medical, dental, vision, paid

Qualifications

• 12 ECE Units preferred.
• Experience with children preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more.
• Willingness to train in core Child Development courses.

Responsibilities

• Guide children through updated curriculum and exploratory play.
• Establish strong classroom management and positive parent relations.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of child growth and development.
• Create positive, memorable experiences for children.

Skills

Excellent communication

Love of children

Reliable attitude

Growth mindset

Education

ECE Units

Tools

CPR/First Aid

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 Toddler Teacher Positions within our Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Saratoga, and San Jose Locations!

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!

Compensation: $18- 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 preferred
• Haven’t taken child development classes? NO problem! We will train you AND help you get through your core Child Development classes!
• 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!