K-8 Substitute Teacher / X-Care Activity Leader 

Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school where students, faculty, and staff all learn together on our four-acre campus in the heart of Oakland. Everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing. Academically, that means a world-class curriculum, the best teachers, and a focus on the individual student. Socially and emotionally, we teach students to work through challenges, respect each other’s differences, and honor their diverse community. We find great strength in multiple perspectives and embrace every opportunity to weave diversity in thought and action into our social, emotional, and academic lives.

Job Description 

Redwood Day seeks a K-8 Substitute Teacher / X-Care Activity Leader to start in the 2025-2026 school year (beginning August 2025). 

As the K-8 Substitute Teacher, this individual will be a dynamic and flexible educator who has experience in executing lesson plans and teaching across grades. The ideal candidate is committed to academic excellence and diversity and understands the social and emotional growth and development of children in Kindergarten - 8th grades. This individual will have a strong commitment to meeting the learning needs of each student, a teaching style that supports differentiation of instruction, a collaborative spirit, and an interest in building community in and outside of the classroom. 

As an X-Care Care Activity Leader, this individual will supervise and engage K-8 students in our after-school program. We strive to provide a program that cultivates and develops the inquisitive minds of a diverse student body. Responsibilities include providing a fun, innovative, quality program, where children build their confidence through creative clubs, physical activities and free play.

Responsibilities

K-8 Substitute Teacher

• Implement substitute teaching plans in any of the following:

• K-5 core classes (including language arts, math, history);

• K-5 specialist classes (art, music, library, physical education, science, garden; Spanish; Mandarin; Design Build and Innovate);

• 6th-8th single-subject classes (English, history, math, science, music, physical education, Spanish, Mandarin, drama, Design Build and Innovate, garden, wellness)

• Monitor and maintain a positive classroom environment that supports school-wide behavioral expectations

• Utilizes a variety of effective instructional and classroom management techniques

• Actively supervise students to ensure safety and wellbeing 

• Cover assigned recess and lunch duties

• Other duties as assigned

X-Care Activity Leader

• Supervise, interact with and engage students

• Plan, develop, and facilitate creative clubs and recreational activities

• Help to ensure the safety and hygiene of students by following all School policies and procedures

• Set-up and clean-up all program areas in compliance with the School’s health and safety protocols

• Communicate program needs to Director of Auxiliary Programs

• Attend regular staff meetings and professional development

• Assist with other School duties, including lunch and recess supervision, as requested

• Attend and/or help staff School events as requested

• Other duties as assigned

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ teaching experience or equivalent experience working with children in an educational setting

• Bachelor’s degree

• Effective classroom management skills

• An understanding and love of working with children

• An understanding of the social and emotional needs of K-8 students

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity

• Commitment to adhering to all Redwood Day policies and procedures

Schedule and Hours

This is a full-time (1 FTE) role, Monday – Friday from 8:30AM – 5PM, beginning in August 2025 for all periods in which school is in session. This schedule is subject to change depending on the needs of the School.

Compensation

Redwood Day offers highly competitive compensation and benefits. The anticipated salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for part-time X-Care Activity Leader / K-2 Science Assistant role is $30 - $35 per hour, depending on experience and education.