Elementary Teacher

Rocketship Public Schools • Concord, CA

11d

About The Position

Rocketship Public Schools seeks elementary teachers who specialize in either Humanities or STEM. Teachers deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum, adapting instruction to student needs and fostering a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations. They receive weekly coaching, real-time classroom feedback, collaboration, and professional development, and may be eligible for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence.

The role includes partnering with families and the broader school community through annual home visits, regular communication, parent community meetings, school events, and other opportunities to support student success. Teachers collaborate with instructional coaches, colleagues, special education staff, and the Wellness team to support students’ academic, social-emotional, and other needs. The position reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Requirements

• Hold a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited institution.
• Hold a valid Multiple Subject Teaching credential, or be eligible for a Provisional Internship Permit (PIP) or Short-Term Staff Permit (STSP).
• For candidates using a PIP or STSP, have active CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or be willing to complete certification before starting.
• Maintain active, good-standing credential status once certified throughout employment.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Be willing to participate in coaching, professional development, family engagement, and collaborative school activities.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching in diverse school communities.

Responsibilities

• Build a classroom culture of excellence, belonging, and high expectations in Humanities or STEM.
• Deliver rigorous instruction using Rocketship’s curriculum and adapt instruction to meet student needs.
• Submit lesson plans for feedback and collaborate with a coach to refine instruction.
• Analyze student data regularly and use it to guide planning and instruction.
• Partner with special education staff to ensure students with additional needs are included and supported.
• Support students’ social-emotional learning through intentional lessons and collaboration with Rocketship’s Wellness team.
• Communicate consistently with students and families, building trust and shared ownership of student success.
• Conduct annual home visits and maintain ongoing contact with families throughout the year.
• Engage families in setting academic and behavioral goals and share student progress transparently.
• Participate in school events and community gatherings.
• Engage fully in weekly coaching, real-time classroom coaching, and ongoing professional development.
• Reflect on practice, take ownership of outcomes, and learn from positive and challenging experiences.
• Communicate openly and effectively with colleagues and families.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, team-oriented staff culture.
• Act with urgency and courage in students’ best interests, including when addressing unfamiliar challenges.

Benefits

• Eligibility for performance-based pay tied to student growth and instructional excellence.
• Excellent health and wellness benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Generous paid time off.
• Weekly coaching, collaboration, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level