Daly City Partnership is seeking a creative, compassionate, and experienced Lead Teacher to guide our Summer Enrichment Camp for TK–Kindergarten students. This position focuses on literacy development and kindergarten readiness, offering a meaningful opportunity to support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth of young children—especially those from underserved communities. Through a hands-on, engaging summer learning experience, you’ll help students build essential skills, foster social connections, and enjoy a fun, enriching summer. This is a chance to make a positive impact, strengthening and contributing to a more equitable community.
Examples of Duties:
Skills Needed:
- Develop and lead engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of TK–Kindergarten learners, integrating creativity, play-based learning, and foundational academic skills
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, and structured classroom and camp environment
- Collaborate with the Director of Youth Development on curriculum planning and program design
- Track student participation and outcomes; support program evaluation and documentation
- Perform additional duties as needed to ensure a successful camp experience
- Strong classroom management, organization, and time management skills
Required Qualifications
- 2–3 years of experience working with children and families in educational or community settings
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Liberal Studies, Recreation, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience designing and leading structured programs for young children
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish; additional language skills (e.g., Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic) highly valued
- Familiarity with Daly City and surrounding communities
- Experience working with at-risk youth and/or low-income or marginalized populations
- Background in nonprofit or community-based educational programs
- Proactive and collaborative approach to program planning and improvement
- Perform a background check and work in safety-sensitive environments.
Schedule & Compensation
- Camp Dates: June 16 – July 19 (no camp on June 19 or July 4)
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 12:45 PM
- Orientation: One mandatory training session will be scheduled 1–2 weeks before camp begins
- Rate: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour, based on experience
About Daly City Partnership
Daly City Partnership is a nonprofit organization serving children, families, and older adults in Daly City and North San Mateo County. We deliver youth, family, and community services that promote well-being, access to resources, and equitable opportunities for all.
We are deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (DEIJS) and aim to build programs that reflect and respect the diverse communities we serve.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
