Peninsula Covenant Church (PCC) is a multi-ministry organization serving children, youth, adults, and families throughout the Peninsula. With more than 180 employees, PCC offers structured onboarding, professional mentorship, and internal career development pathways across early childhood, youth, and educational programming. Our licensed School-Age Child Care (SACC) program in Redwood City serves students from transitional kindergarten (TK) through middle school and provides a structured, safe, and engaging environment during after-school hours and summer programming.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children, thrive in active settings, and want hands-on experience in youth development.
About the Role
The After School Teacher provides supervision, guidance, and support to children in the SACC program. Responsibilities include leading enrichment activities, maintaining safe and organized environments, assisting with transportation as needed, and supporting daily program operations. Teachers serve as positive role models and help create a structured, engaging, and well-managed program experience.
This role reports directly to the School-Age Child Care Director and works collaboratively with other teachers and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Lead developmentally appropriate group and individual enrichment activities
Support children’s social and emotional growth
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment
Supervise children indoors and outdoors
Communicate professionally with families and staff
Drive to pick up students from local schools, required
Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
Support School-Age Child Care admin team in implementing faith-based activities in the classroom
Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Skills and Core Competencies
Enjoys working with children and building positive group culture
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment
Dependable, respectful, and professional
Willingness to support PCC’s mission and values
Willingness to learn and engage with the School-Age Child Care program in our Church setting
Education and Experience
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year experience working with children
CPR, First Aid, and Mandated Reporter certifications
Ability to pass background checks, TB testing, and immunization requirements
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and willingness to drive SACC vehicles
Strongly Preferred:
Coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE), psychology, sociology, or related fields
Completion of 6+ ECE units
Physical Requirements
Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors
Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, bending, and lifting
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 15–20 pounds frequently
Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor environments
Work Location
On-site in Redwood City, CA
Pay & Schedule
$24.50–$26.00 per hour, based on experience
School-Year (Seasonal): Monday–Friday, approx. 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM, occasional early shifts (e.g., Thursday Minimum Days starting at 12:00 PM and Super Minimum Days starting at 11:00 AM)
Potential extension for Summer Program (Seasonal): Monday–Friday, approx. 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
This is a part-time, seasonal position aligned with the academic calendar, with potential opportunities for extension into the summer program and consideration for rehire the following school year, based on program needs, performance, and Director approval.