Job Description
Job DescriptionElementary Program Teacher Job Announcement
About Us:
Roseville Community School is a small, progressive learning center committed to nurturing confident, curious, and compassionate learners through a play-based, inquiry-driven approach to education. With intentionally small class sizes (12–14 students) and a focus on individualized learning, we create an environment where children are deeply known, supported, and celebrated. We are a community-based independent school that primarily supports home school families.
Our educators are passionate about creating a joyful and engaging classroom experience where children learn by doing, explore their own questions, and build meaningful relationships with peers and adults. We believe in teaching the whole child—socially, emotionally, and academically—and view strong family-school partnerships as essential.
Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced and innovative Elementary Program Teacher to join our collaborative team. The ideal candidate will be excited by student-centered, hands-on learning and ready to co-create a dynamic curriculum that meets the developmental and academic needs of diverse learners.
Responsibilities Include:
Curriculum & Instruction
- Design and implement integrated, hands-on curriculum in language arts, math, science, and social studies
- Develop inquiry-based, child-centered lessons that build on student interests and developmental stages
- Provide a balanced math program that fosters real-world problem-solving, conceptual understanding, and skill-building
- Incorporate play-based and project-based learning throughout the day
- Integrate social-emotional learning as a core part of the classroom experience
- Complete a scope and sequence outline for the school year that can be flexible throughout the year depending on classroom needs
Classroom Community & Environment
- Create a warm, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture where every child feels seen, heard, and valued
- Encourage independence, creativity, resilience, and critical thinking in students
- Support conflict resolution, self-regulation, and empathy-building among children
- Organize and maintain an engaging, beautiful, and responsive classroom environment that provided opportunities for deep learning
Family & School Collaboration
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress, classroom experiences, and developmental milestones
- Create a monthly newsletter for families detailing the happenings in the classroom and class projects. A template for this can be provided.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary projects, enrichment activities, and special events
- Participate in family conferences, community gatherings, and school-wide events
- Support a strong home-school partnership aligned with RCS’s mission and values
Professional Responsibilities
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, planning sessions, and professional development opportunities
- Document student learning through observations, photos, portfolios, and student work
- Attend and support field trips, lunch/snack supervision, and open play periods
- Contribute actively to the life of the school, including occasional evening and weekend events
- Show openness to feedback and a commitment to reflective practice and continuous growth
Additional Qualities & Skills Important at RCS
- Understanding of child development and progressive education philosophies (including Alfie Kohn, Bev Bos, John Dewey)
- Flexibility, adaptability, and creativity in responding to students’ evolving needs
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness
- Enthusiasm for working as part of a collaborative team and school community
What We’re Looking For:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience working in elementary education settings
- Knowledge of progressive education philosophies (e.g., Dewey, Kohn, Bev Bos)
- Understanding of child development and inclusive teaching practices
- Strong collaboration, communication, and time-management skills
Preferred:
- California teaching credential or equivalent
- 2+ years of lead teaching experience (strong practicum experience considered)
- Background in designing integrated curriculum and authentic assessments
- Experience supporting children in social-emotional learning
Weekly Schedule:
- Mondays: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Zoom)
- Tues–Fri: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Hours: 29.5 hours/week, plus required trainings, meetings, and community events
Employment status: Salary, non-exempt
Benefits:
- Retirement Plan (3% employer matching)
- Paid holidays, school breaks, and sick leave
- Medical stipend
Pay Scale:
$46,000 - $60,000
To Apply:
Please submit your résumé, cover letter, and two references to: contact@yourrcs.org.
In your cover letter, let us know what excites you about progressive education and how your experience aligns with our values.
We look forward to learning more about you!