2026-2027 TK Dual Immersion Teacher Bilingual Spanish & English - Certificated at Voices College-Bound Language Academies
Job Summary
Role Summary: Voices Academies Dual Immersion Transitional Kindergarten Teacher will be an inspiring and motivating educator who can work independently. Under the supervision of the Principal, teachers have the opportunity to create a learning environment and to plan an instructional program to fulfill the educational objectives of the grade level/classes assigned. The ideal candidate will have an unwavering commitment to ensure that a student receives quality instruction, makes accelerated educational progress, and reaches or exceeds their academic goals. This role supervises associate teachers, student teachers, and parent volunteers when applicable.
Key Responsibilities
• Teaching: Develop lesson plans consistent with Voices best practices & guidelines, instructional materials, and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. • Plan learning activities appropriate to subjects, grade levels, abilities, and cultural backgrounds of individual students. • Create an atmosphere through personal example and efficacious relationships with students which inspire academic achievement and an enthusiasm for learning. • Organize classroom systems, procedures, routines, and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning. • Establish a culture of high expectations and college preparation for all students. • Demonstrate and implement knowledge about developmentally appropriate learning strategies for students in Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten. • Teach for mastery and establish clear content and language objectives for all lessons, units, and projects. • Provide instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP utilizing support services as appropriate, participate in IEP meetings as appropriate. • Motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for TK education.
Challenger Requirements
Qualifications
• Bachelors degree required • CA Credential Multiple Subject or eligible for intern credential • Valid bilingual authorization BCLAD or equivalent BCC ELD or LDS, etc. • Having one of the following: • At least 24 units in early childhood education or childhood development or both, transcripts requested • Professional experience in a classroom setting with preschool age children comparable to the 24 units of education described in bullet 1, resume or references requested • Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing • Knowledge of subject matter including California Common Core Standards • Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communities • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish • Outstanding written speaking and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholders • Commitment to accelerated educational progress of children • Experience or commitment to public education, social justice efficacy, and equity • Works well in a high-pressure environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities • Can work independently, have flexibility, and demonstrated success in building a dual-immersion curriculum • Understanding of dual immersion instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plus • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Apps
Working Conditions
• Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs • Occasional evening and/or weekend work • Occasional travel • Willingness to be trained as needed
Prior to Employment
• Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final agreement: • First Aid • CPR Certification • Employment Eligibility • Cleared Criminal Background Check • Valid TB Clearance
Key Compensation
• Annual salary range: $44,446 - $97,299 • Medical benefits • Exceptional growth opportunities • Retirement plan • Employment reports directly to Principal • Permanent Salaried Exempt Position • Position follows 11-month calendar • At-Will Agreement
Comments and Other Information
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