X-Care Activity Leader / K-2 Science Assistant (Part Time)

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 an X-Care Activity Leader / K-2 Science Assistant to start in the 2025-2026 school year (beginning August 2025). 

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.

As the K-2 Science Assistant, this individual will also partner with the Lower School Science Teacher to deliver science instruction to Redwood Day’s youngest learners. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in working with children and a desire to develop teaching skills with the guidance of a mentor teacher. 

Responsibilities

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

K-2 Science Assistant

• Under the direction of the Lower School Science Teacher, support implementation of appropriate grade-level science lessons for students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd 
• Learn about, on the job, and implement effective classroom management strategies, project-based instruction, differentiated instruction, and other best practices in elementary education
• Assist with clerical tasks (organize materials, set up, clean up, etc.)
• Establish a safe and inclusive environment for all students
• Occasionally substitute for the mentor teacher, when they are temporarily absent for illness or other reasons
• 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 (.7FTE), estimated at 28 hours per week for all weeks in which school is in session.

The X-Care program runs Monday-Friday, from 2PM-6PM (2:45PM on days when a lunch break is needed after science classes).

Presently, K-2 science classes are scheduled for the following days and times:

• Cycle Day 1: 10:20AM – 1:30PM
• Cycle Day 2: 10:20AM – 2:15PM
• Cycle Day 4: 12:30PM – 2:15PM
• Cycle Day 6: 10:20AM – 1:30PM
• Cycle Day 7: 10:20AM – 12:05PM

This schedule is subject to change depending on the needs of the School.

Additional hours may be available during school breaks, e.g. Summer, depending on the need of the X-Care program.

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 $24 - $27.25 per hour, depending on experience and education.

Apply
Please submit an electronic application at this link by 07/18/2025. No phone calls, please.

Limitations and Disclaimer
The listed job responsibilities are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is 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 contingent on passing background checks and TB tests.

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 a person 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.

Authorized Employment Status
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 does not sponsor applicants for employment-related visas.

About Redwood Day School

Redwood Day 3245 Sheffield Ave., Oakland, CA 94602 www.redwoodday.org Redwood Day is a vibrant K-8 school with over 385 students and 80+ faculty and staff all learning 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.

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