Employment

Park City Day School is always seeking to work with the best educators in the industry. If you excel at what you do, we want to meet you. 

• Are you an extraordinary educator seeking to hone your craft with committed colleagues in a high-functioning organization?
• Are you feeling stifled by the public school system, feeling unsupported, and tired of being told "no, we can't do that?"
• Are you creative, joyful, energetic, team-oriented, silly, and professional?
• Are you keenly aware of the development needs of early childhood students? 
• Do you love to dance with middle schoolers? 
• Do you understand the transformational effects of Outdoor Education? 
• Do you have unique skills that can benefit our school and our students?
• Do you absolutely love children?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to meet you. Email a resume, video introduction, or cover letter to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org.

 

Position Overview:

Our independent preschool through eighth-grade school in Park City, UT is seeking a highly organized, professional, and proactive Assistant to the Head of School. This key role provides administrative support to the Head of School, manages daily operations of the office, and serves as a liaison between the school’s leadership, faculty, staff, parents, and community members. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, discreet, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Head of School’s calendar, scheduling appointments and meetings.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Head of School, handling calls, emails, and correspondence.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and internal communications.

• Assist with drafting and editing school-wide communications, newsletters, and announcements.

• Maintain confidential records and documents related to school operations.

• Facilitate communication between the Head of School and faculty, staff, parents, and board members.

• Support faculty and staff with administrative tasks as needed.

• Assist in planning and executing school events, including faculty meetings, board meetings, and special programs.

• Coordinate travel, conferences, and professional development logistics for the Head of School.

• Organize and distribute materials for Board of Trustees meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.

• Ensure compliance with school policies, accreditation requirements, and licensing documentation.

• Maintain records of school policies, procedures, and accreditation reports.

• Assist in coordinating fundraising and development initiatives.

• Support donor relations, alumni engagement, and parent volunteer coordination.

• Help organize parent and community events to strengthen school connections.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience in education, administration, or nonprofit management a plus.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace including Gmail, Calendar, Sheets, and Slides.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

• Positive, warm, and professional demeanor, with strong interpersonal skills.

• Experience in independent schools or education settings is beneficial.

• Full-time, year-round position with occasional evening or weekend commitments.

• Competitive benefits and salary based on experience.

• Collaborative and supportive school community.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual who enjoys working in an educational setting and supporting school leadership.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to job@parkcitydayschool.org

Park City Day School, a small, independent Toddler through 8th Grade private school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, and energetic educator to join our Early School Team as a Toddler Apprentice for the 2025-26 school year and beyond.

The Toddler Apprentice will work with the Lead Toddler Teacher and Early School team, consisting of three Lead Teachers and three Apprentices.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the Toddler Classroom and:

• Provide assistance to the teachers in the Toddler Room and in early childhood classrooms for children ages 2–3 years old.
• Follow the PCDS Early School program philosophy and implement components as specified by the ES Director and/or Lead Teacher
• Support a safe and calm learning environment; maintain classroom by cleaning up after activities, preparing for activities, and additional tasks as needed to maintain a safe environment
• Support student development with project work, free exploration and semi-unstructured play
• Support the PCDS Strive for Five Values in the classroom
• Engage with students in play and support a creative, dynamic learning experience
• Supervise and participate in recess (outdoor in all weather)
• Assist students with changing in and out of snow clothing in the winter
• Supervise snack and lunch; opening items, encouraging healthy habits, etc.
• Prepare and assist children with nap routines
• Prepare and monitor nap time

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Embody our Strive for Five Values & Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
• Interact with young children in a positive and support manner
• Ability to be flexible with classroom duties; moving between Early School classrooms easily
• Comfortable holding or carrying children
• Ability to move/carry equipment or learning materials
• Familiar with development milestones of young children
• Comfortable working outside in all types of weather
• Ability to easily squat, sit, stand or move from sitting to standing positions
• Ability to develop a kind and trusting relationship with young children & parents
• Willingness to occasionally take on additional duties to support the ES program
• Ability to communicate and cooperatively interact with team members, other school staff, and parents

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred, but not required
• A desire to learn about early childhood education and to move into a lead role  is required
• Current CPR/First Aid certification is strongly preferred
• Previous experience in an Early Childhood setting (ages 2 – 5) is strongly preferred

Compensation:

• $35,000-$50,000/yr depending on experience & performance
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Leave Policy
• 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
• Additional earning potential possible after school hours and during the summer

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume in .pdf format to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org for consideration.

Park City Day School, a small, independent Toddler through 8th Grade private school located in Park City, UT, seeks an experienced, creative, and energetic educator to join our Early School Team as a Preschool Apprentice for the 2025-26 school year and beyond.

The Preschool Apprentice will work with the Lead Preschool Teacher and Early School team, consisting of three Lead Teachers and three Apprentices.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the Preschool Classroom and:

• Provide assistance to the teachers in the Toddler Room and in early childhood classrooms for children ages 3-4 years old.
• Follow the PCDS Early School program philosophy and implement components as specified by the ES Director and/or Lead Teacher
• Support a safe and calm learning environment; maintain classroom by cleaning up after activities, preparing for activities, and additional tasks as needed to maintain a safe environment
• Support student development with project work, free exploration and semi-unstructured play
• Support the PCDS Strive for Five Values in the classroom
• Engage with students in play and support a creative, dynamic learning experience
• Supervise and participate in recess (outdoor in all weather)
• Assist students with changing in and out of snow clothing in the winter
• Supervise snack and lunch; opening items, encouraging healthy habits, etc.
• Prepare and assist children with nap routines
• Prepare and monitor nap time

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Embody our Strive for Five Values & Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
• Interact with young children in a positive and support manner
• Ability to be flexible with classroom duties; moving between Early School classrooms easily
• Comfortable holding or carrying children
• Ability to move/carry equipment or learning materials
• Familiar with development milestones of young children
• Comfortable working outside in all types of weather
• Ability to easily squat, sit, stand or move from sitting to standing positions
• Ability to develop a kind and trusting relationship with young children & parents
• Willingness to occasionally take on additional duties to support the ES program
• Ability to communicate and cooperatively interact with team members, other school staff, and parents

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred, but not required
• A desire to learn about early childhood education and to move into a lead role  is required
• Current CPR/First Aid certification is strongly preferred
• Previous experience in an Early Childhood setting (ages 2 – 5) is strongly preferred

Compensation:

• $35,000-$50,000/yr depending on experience & performance
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Leave Policy
• 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
• Additional earning potential possible after school hours and during the summer

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume in .pdf format to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org for consideration.

 

PCDS is always seeking qualified, flexible, and passionate educators to join our list of Substitute Teachers for all grade levels. Contact our Front Desk via email or phone (435)648-2791 to inquire and apply.

Qualified candidates for published openings should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org.