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At Redwood Day, we are committed to fostering a vibrant community that is grounded in academic excellence and social-emotional growth.

As an educator or staff member, you'll find yourself immersed in a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and creativity thrive. The School's dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is evident in every aspect of its culture, creating a space where individuals are valued and respected. Redwood Day encourages professional development, ensuring that its team stays at the forefront of educational practices. The close-knit community and strong sense of purpose make working at Redwood Day not just a job but a fulfilling journey in shaping young minds and contributing to the development of our children.

With any questions about current openings or employment at Redwood Day, please contact Sydney Polich, HR Manager, at spolich@rdschool.org.

Open Positions

After-School (X-Care) Activity Leader

Job Description

Redwood Day seeks an After-School (X-Care) Activity Leader to start in the 2026-2027 school year (beginning August 2026).

As an X-Care Activity Leader, this individual will supervise and engage K-8 students in our after-school program (X-Care). 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

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

1-2+ years prior experience working with children in a school or related setting
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 part-time role (.5FTE), estimated at 20 hours per week for all weeks in which school is in session.

The X-Care program runs Monday through Friday, from 2PM to 6PM.

Compensation

Redwood Day offers highly competitive compensation and benefits. The anticipated salary range that the School reasonably expects to pay candidates for the X-Care Activity Leader role is $22.00 - $24.90 per hour, depending on experience and education, among other factors.

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Please submit an electronic application at THIS LINK. No phone calls, please.

Compensation and Benefits

Our Commitment to Our Team: At Redwood Day, we value the people who make our community thrive. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and a robust benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and future.

To ensure transparency, salary ranges indicating the rate the School reasonably expects to pay for each particular role are included in every job description and posting.

Comprehensive Benefits for Eligible Roles:

Health & Wellness: HMO Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Financial Security: Life, Long-Term Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare, Dependent Care, and Commuter expenses
Retirement: 403(b) plan with a competitive employer match of up to 7%
Work-Life Balance & Time Off: We value rest and rejuvenation. Redwood Day offers significant paid time off, including:
- School Breaks & Holidays: Scheduled School closures, such as Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Presidents’ Week Break, Spring Break, and holidays (certain breaks dependent on role category)
- Personal Time: Sick leave and floating holidays
- Vacation: Dedicated vacation time for Admin / Staff roles
Tuition Remission: 50% discount on tuition for full-time employees whose children attend Redwood Day
And much more!

Recruitment Process

Our Hiring Process: What to Expect

We want to get to know you as much as you want to get to know us. Here is how we typically move from application to offer:

Application: Start your journey by submitting your materials through our online portal.
Round 1 (Zoom): We’ll review your application and invite selected candidates for an initial virtual conversation.
Round 2 (Zoom): Progressing candidates will meet virtually with members of our Hiring Committee to dive deeper into the role.
On-Campus Visit (In-Person): Finalists are invited to Redwood Day to meet the community. This visit includes meetings with future colleagues and a hands-on demo lesson (for faculty) or a role-specific activity.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Redwood Day is an equal-opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), color, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, transitioned, transitioning or perceived to be transitioning), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy and breastfeeding, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, military and veteran status, and physical or mental disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with someone who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. In addition, Redwood Day does not permit discrimination based on dressing consistently with one’s gender identity or gender expression or preferred gender, name, or pronoun usage.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The listed job responsibilities are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; these are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state Laws. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers are contingent upon passing a Live Scan background check, TB test, and SB 848 screening of all prior educational institutional employers for egregious misconduct.

Additionally, as required by federal law, all offers of employment are contingent on verification of an applicant or employee’s authorization for lawful employment in the United States at the start of their employment. Please note, the School is unable to sponsor applicants for employment-related visas at this time.