1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade Lead Teacher Positions

Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew • San Mateo

Working at Episcopal Day

We are a team of best-in-class leaders and educators that take great joy in making a difference in the lives of our students. We value collaboration, creative thinking, and lifelong learning—and we have a lot of fun together along the way. 

To apply: Email Katie McDougall at kmcdougall@episcopaldaysanmateo.org

Associate Clubhouse Director

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The Associate Clubhouse Director at BGCP supports the daily operations, staff supervision, and program implementation within the high school clubhouse location in Redwood City. This role ensures a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where youth can develop academically, socially, and emotionally. This role reports to the Vice President, Redwood City Clubhouse.

Start date: 5/15/2025

Accepting applications through 5/7/2025.

High School Program Leader (3 open roles)

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The High School Program Leader is responsible for supporting classroom instructors to deliver effective learning environments for students through additional teaching, facilitation and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (9th-12th). This role is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year at Redwood City Clubhouse in Redwood City, CA and reports to the Academic Director. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful, fun context.

Start date: 6/6/2025

Accepting applications through 5/7/2025.

Middle School Mandarin Teacher, Middle School Math Teacher, Engineering & Design Specialist

Synapse School • Menlo Park

SYNAPSE SCHOOL POSITION OVERVIEW

Synapse School in Menlo Park, CA, an innovative TK-8 independent school located in the heart of Silicon Valley dedicated to rethinking and re-imagining education. Synapse educates a community of change makers by combining social-emotional learning, leading-edge academics, and the practice of innovation. We have an unwavering belief in the capacity of children, and our teachers work alongside our students to unlock their powers of curiosity, discovery, and creativity. Synapse’s program provides a deep and unique range of integrated academic, social, and creative experiences to help children use their hearts and hands to unleash their passion for learning. Synapse draws students from around the San Francisco Bay Area.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

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For the Middle School Mandarin & Math positions, applications should go to Stephanie Seto, our Head of Middle School. stephanie.seto@synapseschool.org

For the Engineering & Design Specialist, applications should go to Brian Bicknell, our Director of Engineering & Design. brian@synapseschool.org

Summer Program Teachers

Hillview Middle School • Menlo Park

Summer Program through Menlo Park City School District at Hillview, looking for teachers.

What:

6th grade MATH position

8th grade ELA/Math 

When:

June 27th required teacher meeting

June 30th-July 25th student instruction (July 4th off)

Teacher hours: 8:30am-12:30pm daily, students on campus 9am-12pm 

Where:

Hillview Middle School

1100 Elder Ave 

Menlo Park, CA 94025

Compensation:

$5,200 Stipend

If you are interested in either position, please contact:

Alondra Navarro

Summer School Principal

alnavarro@mpcsd.org

408-665-2346

Lower School Science Teacher

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

The Lower School Science Teacher is part of the Specialist team. Specialist teachers work as part of the whole school team, sequencing and coordinating curriculum and collaborating to serve our children. Specialist teachers are provided flexibility in their classrooms to enable them to best serve the needs and interests of their students in alignment with their content specialty while remaining true to the mission, values, and progressive pedagogy of the Peninsula School. The Lower School Science Teacher also collaborates extensively with Head teachers and The Director of Instruction & Belonging to realize a cross-disciplinary program.

Start date: 8/1/2025

Please email application (found on https://www.peninsulaschool.org/about-us/join-our-team), resume and cover letter to hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Summer Program Co-Director Apprentice (Seasonal Position)

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

The Summer at Peninsula School Co-Directors work together closely and report to the Head of School. The Co-Directors will begin their last year in June 2025 thus we are seeking someone to work alongside them for 2025 and then take on all Director responsibilities for 2026. The Co-Directors have primary responsibility for the management of the summer program. The majority of the work of the Co-Directors occurs between January and August. Primary responsibilities include: designing and maintaining a dynamic and attractive program that provides a safe and nurturing environment for summer students; hiring, managing, and monitoring a large, temporary staff of summer head and assistant teachers; managing online enrollment of students; planning and overseeing all program income and expenses; overseeing individual and group dynamics; and working with year-round staff and summer staff to maintain a philosophy and tenor consistent with Peninsula School’s mission and values.

Please send application, resume, and cover letter to hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Our Employment Application can be found at https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1721409982/peninsulaschoolorg/j2wtlmuikvmnvhxd9xhe/PSApplicationforEmployment.pdf

Start date 5/1/2025

Science Teacher (Elementary)

Trinity School • Menlo Park

Trinity School is seeking an experienced Elementary Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about inquiry-based, hands-on science instruction and fostering a deep love of scientific exploration in children. The Science Teacher will be responsible for designing and implementing an engaging, hands-on, standards-aligned curriculum based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

This position is ideal for an educator who values place-based education and is eager to incorporate outdoor learning, a school garden, and overnight camping experiences into their teaching. The Science Teacher will collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate science learning across disciplines and will inspire students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the natural world. The Science Teacher will spend part of the day supporting math instruction in a homeroom classroom, working closely with the lead teacher to reinforce foundational math concepts and provide differentiated support for students.

The Science Teacher will collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate science learning across disciplines and will inspire students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the natural world.

Cover Letter and Resume to Colette McWilliams cmcwilliams@trinity-mp.org

Elementary (K-2) Lead Teacher, Elementary (3-5) Lead Teacher, Reading Specialist, Math Specialist, Associate Teacher

Phillips Brooks School • Menlo Park

Please visit the links below for more information about each position:

Elementary (3-5) Lead Teacher

Elementary (K-2) Lead Teacher

Elementary Associate Teacher

Math Specialist

Reading Specialist

Director of Early Learning Center (ELC)

Accepting applications through 5/30/2025

Start date 8/4/2025

Summer Opportunities (multiple roles!)

Aim High Summer Camps

Lead Teacher

Lead the distinctive Aim High classroom learning experience comprised of three core classes: STEAM, Humanities, and Issues & Choices (social emotional learning). Open to current educators, aspiring teachers, or those experienced in youth development work.

Instructional Coach

Lead and support the teaching teams with instructional coaching of core classes. Guide teacher professional development and support goal setting and training at sites.

Student Support Specialist

Provides social and emotional support for students and staff,
leading the vision and professional development of Aim High’s restorative justice, student intervention, and family needs. Recommended for those experienced in school counseling or social work.

Site Director:

Site Directors (SDs) oversee all aspects of an Aim High summer school campus to ensure high-quality implementation of the six-week academic enrichment and youth development program. This is a year-round position with full-time summer hours and minimal (5-10 hours a month) requirements Aug-May. With support from other Aim High staff, SDs are responsible for hiring, training, and overseeing summer faculty, typically 15 to 30 staff members, along with some student recruitment responsibilities and admissions decisions. Aim High sites have two Co-Directors working together as an effective leadership team. Individuals with a strong commitment to Aim High’s mission and values with experience teaching or serving in an administrative capacity in K-12 or other youth-serving organizations are encouraged to apply.

Website: Aimhigh.org and link to apply

Apply Now with your resume and cover letter: www.aimhigh.org/teach/

Multiple roles!

Charles Armstrong School • Belmont

Charles Armstrong School is the premier school for children with dyslexia and related learning

differences in the San Francisco Bay Area and has a national reputation for excellence. Charles

Armstrong School is a non-profit, independent, coeducational day school of approximately 240

students in grades 2-8. Charles Armstrong School is an equal opportunity employer.

Open Roles:

• Lower School Homeroom Teacher

• Middle School Small Group Math Teacher

• Music Teacher

• Associate Teacher – Middle School

• Middle School Counselor

Direct resumes to: hiringcommittee@charlesarmstrong.org
In lieu of a cover letter, please complete the Employment Application: https://bit.ly/ApplyatArmstrong

Associate Teacher Roles

Synapse School • Menlo Park

SYNAPSE SCHOOL POSITION OVERVIEW

Synapse School in Menlo Park, CA, an innovative TK-8 independent school located in the heart of Silicon Valley dedicated to rethinking and re-imagining education, seeks a LOWER SCHOOL ASSOCIATE TEACHER. Synapse educates a community of change makers by combining social-emotional learning, leading-edge academics, and the practice of innovation. We have an unwavering belief in the capacity of children, and our teachers work alongside our students to unlock their powers of curiosity, discovery, and creativity. Synapse’s program provides a deep and unique range of integrated academic, social, and creative experiences to help children use their hearts and hands to unleash their passion for learning. Synapse draws students from around the San Francisco Bay Area.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Synapse School seeks an aspiring education professional to join us as a Lower School Associate Teacher. Associate Teachers participate in aspects of instruction, planning, and daily school life. Associate Teachers also receive broad support for their personal and professional growth through weekly meetings, extensive professional development opportunities, and immersive classroom experiences.

We are looking for aspiring lower school teachers who love lower schoolers, are highly collaborative, love innovation and design, have a growth mindset, and want to be part of an exciting team of forward-thinking educators looking to do big things. Lower School Associates work with one age group per year, and then may rotate the next year. Synapse Lower School is TK - 4th grade.

Send application, resume, and cover letter to Joanne Walsh - hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Lead Teaching Positions (3 roles!)

Peninsula School • Menlo Park

Spanish Teacher

The purpose of the Spanish program at Peninsula School is to nurture student interest in Spanish language and culture in a progressive, independent school environment. The Spanish program provides developmentally appropriate learning experiences for PK-8th grade students to build self-understanding and self-esteem, promote cooperative and enthusiastic individual and group work, and to provide encouragement for cultural understanding.

Music Teacher

The Lower School (LS) Music Program promotes students’ sense of empowerment, joy and confidence and includes all interested children, irrespective of prior musical experience. The LS Music teacher has the responsibility to develop and provide a music curriculum appropriate to the interests and needs of the children in each class from our Preschool students up to our 3rd grade students. Our LS program allows for our students to join bands in a variety of genres when they reach our middle school program.

Assistant Teacher

The role of the Assistant Teacher is to enrich the children’s experience at Peninsula School. The primary responsibility of the classroom assistant at Peninsula School is to help support the Head Teacher to implement the class program. The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Head Teacher, and specific duties in each Preschool – 8th grade classroom may vary. The school views the Assistant Teacher’s contribution in the classroom as a critical component of the child’s experience. Our school program values are based in authentic interactions, community, equity, freedom & responsibility, meaningful academics and play.

Start date 8/1/2025

Accepting applications through 5/31/2025

Please fill out the application located on Join Our Team page of the website and send it to Ayesha Sumbal at hr@peninsulaschool.org.

Head of Elementary/Academic Dean

Trinity School • Menlo Park

Trinity School seeks a dynamic and visionary educational leader to serve as the Head of Elementary/Academic Dean (Kindergarten—grade 5). This key role provides leadership in developing and implementing a compelling and innovative curriculum, ensuring alignment with Trinity School's mission, belief statements, and strategic goals. The Head of Elementary/Academic Dean fosters a culture of academic excellence, inquiry-driven learning, and collaborative practice to provide exceptional, student-centered learning experiences.

Accepting applications through 2/28/2025

Start date: 7/1/2025

Send application, resume, and cover letter to kbenson@trinity-mp.org.

Head of Lower School

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School • Palo Alto

Head of Lower School

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, located in Palo Alto, California, is a thriving TK-8 independent school dedicated to academic excellence, Jewish living, and community responsibility. With a current enrollment of approximately 315 students, Hausner provides a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and ethical growth. The school’s innovative curriculum integrates project-based learning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and Jewish values, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of the modern world. Guided by its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan and the leadership of Rabbi Daniel Lehmann, Ph.D., Hausner is committed to promoting an environment of academic innovation, faculty collaboration, and joyful Jewish living.

The head of lower school will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students in grades TK-4. This newly revised leadership position will oversee academic and social-emotional programming, support faculty development, and strengthen connections with students and families. The successful candidate will bring vision, structure, and collaboration to the role, building systems for onboarding, mentorship, and professional development. With a focus on aligning curriculum and teaching practices with Hausner’s mission, the head of lower school will advance academic initiatives, SEL, and community engagement, contributing to the school’s vibrant and inclusive culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to guide Hausner’s Lower School into a bright future. The position begins on July 1, 2025, and reports directly to the Head of School.

Applications received by February 14th will receive priority review.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hausnerschool.org/about-us/careers

Start Date: 7/1/2025

Accepting applications through 3/14/2025.

ELD Instructor (Part Time)

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The ELD Instructor is responsible for delivering an effective class that promotes the English language development of students through teaching, facilitation and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (9th-12th) This role is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year at Redwood City Clubhouse in Redwood City, CA and reports to the Academic Director. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful and fun context.

WORK SCHEDULE

Academic Calendar Schedule for 2024 - 2025 School Year

2:30 pm - 8:00 pm (20 - 29 hours/week, 4-5 days/week)

Occasional shifted schedule to support students in the classrooms in the mornings

Occasional Saturdays

Start date: 2/7/2025

Accepting applications through 2/14/2025.

Part-time Site Coordinator

Peninsula Bridge • Atherton, CA

JOIN PENINSULA BRIDGE AS A SITE COORDINATOR IN OUR AFTER-SCHOOL ACADEMY (PART-TIME, 15 hrs/week)

(January 6 - May 30)

Peninsula Bridge continues to grow and increase our impact across the peninsula. In 2024-25 we are providing nearly 600 students in 4th-8th grade with transformational educational opportunities to lay the foundation for future college and career access and success. Please join our team and be a part of their journey!

We are hiring a part time Site Coordinator for our After-school Academy site in Atherton, CA. This is an exciting role for a dynamic leader in youth development. The program meets Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 - 6:30pm at the Menlo School. Additional administrative and collaboration hours are also part of the role.

This is not a teaching role, but there are aspects of instructional leadership and wed love to have a teacher in the role!

Accepting applicants through 11/30/2024

Please send application to marybeth@peninsulabridge.org

ELD Instructor

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Redwood City

The ELD Instructor is responsible for delivering an effective class that promotes the English language development of students through teaching, facilitation and coordination. This role will provide you with valuable professional development and personal growth opportunities as you will have the chance to work with different grade bands (9th-12th) This role is for those who are available to work 5 days a week during the school year at Redwood City Clubhouse in Redwood City, CA and reports to the Academic Director. Drawing upon best practices in youth development, you will guide students to build academic and life skills in a meaningful and fun context.

Accepting applications through 11/29/2024.

Social Emotional Learning Assistant

Silicon Valley International School • Palo Alto and Menlo Park

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) seeks a full-time (40 hours/week) Social Emotional Support Specialist for our Cohn Campus (K-5th Grade) for an immediate start day. This role is to support Student Life for our Elementary-aged students and is primarily focused on student behavior outside of the classroom (recesses, lunch, after-school care, camps) The SEL Support Specialist should enjoy working with students from Kindergarten to 5th grade. They must demonstrate commitment to INTL’s mission and the population we serve. They must also be responsible, self-motivated, friendly, willing to work with a team of colleagues, and adaptable to a working environment with different cultures.

Start date 10/07/2024

Apply via online portal, must send cover letter and resume

Multiple Roles (3)!

Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula • Daly City

School Site Director (2x)

1. https://app.trinethire.com/companies/281520-boys-girls-clubs-of-the-peninsula/jobs/98480-school-site-director 2. https://app.trinethire.com/companies/281520-boys-girls-clubs-of-the-peninsula/jobs/98356-school-site-director

Clubhouse Director

3.https://app.trinethire.com/companies/281520-boys-girls-clubs-of-the-peninsula/jobs/96745-clubhouse-director

Start date: 9/24/2024

Visit the links to find out more!