Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher (25-26SY)

Lighthouse Community Public Schools; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Community Public Schools is seeking a Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher committed to educational justice. The role involves teaching a self-contained TK class, supporting aides, and fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background and a passion for student growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years teaching urban youth preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a self-contained TK class and lead aides.
• Plan and implement standards-based curriculum.
• Maintain a supportive, inclusive classroom culture.

Skills

Anti-Racist Education

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Collaboration

Growth Mindset

Education

B.A. or B.S. degree

California Teaching Credential

Job description

Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher (25-26SY)

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Lighthouse Community Public Schools

At Lighthouse Community Public Schools, we are engaged in an educational movement that goes beyond our classrooms, working to disrupt inequities by providing our students and families with exceptional educational opportunities every day. Grounded in our core values of community, integrity, agency, love, and social justice, rooted in the EL Education Model, LCPS is a leader in fostering innovative schools achieving exceptional student outcomes where each child is at the center of their own learning. Our mission is to prepare diverse students for college, a career of their choice, and to be lifelong changemakers. Founded in 2002, LCPS operates two high-achieving TK-12 public charter schools whose goal is to be the highest performing schools in East Oakland. Our two schools serve over 1,600 students and are a beacon for public education, fulfilling the promise of a better, brighter Oakland.

The Opportunity

LCPS is seeking a talented Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher committed to ensuring that traditionally underserved students of color achieve our mission. If you are inspired by our vision and want to be a changemaker, apply now!

Core Competencies:

• Be an anti-racist educator committed to educational justice.
• Facilitate cognitively engaging, student-centered learning.
• Use achievement data to drive student outcomes.
• Build community and collaborate effectively.
• Model a growth mindset with persistence and flexibility.
• Be a responsible professional and collaborator.

Your Responsibilities:

Instructional Vision

• Teach a self-contained TK class and serve as lead for aides and staff supporting TK.
• Support coaching of TK aides and participate in curriculum and instruction planning committees.
• Engage in culturally responsive pedagogy with high expectations and assets-based approaches.
• Plan and implement standards-based curriculum, differentiating for all student subgroups.
• Utilize assessments to identify and support student growth.

Classroom & School Culture

• Maintain a supportive, inclusive classroom culture.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Professional Practices

• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate advocacy, flexibility, and self-awareness.
• Follow policies and procedures professionally.

If you are passionate about fostering growth mindsets and transformational teaching, join us!

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. degree required.
• California Teaching Credential or ability to acquire one.
• Valid Certificate of Clearance.
• Knowledge of California Standards, mastery-based learning, curriculum planning, and data analysis preferred.
• 2+ years teaching urban youth preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Environmental & Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in loud environments, adapt to weather conditions, and meet physical demands such as lifting up to 25 pounds and standing for extended periods.

Supervision & Schedule:

Report to the principal or assistant principal. Full-time, 10-month schedule, with some evening events and common building hours.

Compensation & Application:

Competitive salary from $61,000 to $100,000, with benefits. Strongly encourage people of color and bilingual candidates to apply. Submit resume, cover letter, references, and employment history as specified.