Elementary Teacher

ROSEVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee's Child Tuition Incentive

Medical stipend

Paid holidays and sick leave

Retirement plan (3% employer matching)

Training & development

Job summary

A progressive learning center located in California seeks an experienced Elementary Program Teacher to foster a student-centered, hands-on learning environment. The successful candidate will design integrated lessons across subjects, encourage creativity in students, and collaborate with families to support student growth. The ideal applicant has a Bachelor’s degree and experience in elementary education. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a retirement plan and paid sick leave. Come join our dedicated team!

Qualifications

• Experience working in elementary education settings.
• Knowledge of progressive education philosophies.
• Ability to create child-centered lessons.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hands-on curriculum.
• Create a warm, inclusive classroom culture.
• Communicate regularly with families.

Skills

Child development understanding

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Benefits:

Employee's Child Tuition Incentive

128 Instructional Days

Paid Sick Leave

Medical Stipend

Retirement (3% employer matching)

Training & development

Elementary 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: [e-mail]. 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!