REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL·Oakland, California
The Activity Leader supervises K-8 students in an after-school program, facilitating creative clubs and recreational activities. They are also responsible for ensuring student safety, hygiene, and assisting with general school duties like recess supervision.
After-School (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.
Redwood Day seeks an 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.
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. Apply Please submit an electronic application. 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.
Candidates need 1-2+ years of experience working with children in a school or similar setting. A strong understanding of the social and emotional needs of K-8 students and a commitment to diversity and equity are required.
Market context
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