Academic Summer Camp Lead Teacher- TK and K

Daly City Partnership • Part-time • Daly City, California, United States • $35 - $40 / hour • 3m ago

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

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