Interim Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Aspire Public Schools • Los Angeles, CA

61d • $71,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Aspire Public Schools is hiring an interim Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Teacher through the end of the 2026–27 school year. The teacher provides high-quality instruction in a small, nontraditional preschool environment where each student is known and valued. Depending on the school, year, and enrollment, the role may serve TK students only or a combination of TK and Kindergarten students. The teacher supports Aspire’s mission to provide high-quality public education and prepare students for success in college, career, and life.

Aspire Public Schools operates college-preparatory charter schools serving TK–12 students in California. Its community is grounded in the values of well-being, belonging, community partnership, agency and self-determination, and joy.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, a valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, and an English Language Learner Authorization. Candidates must also meet at least one early-childhood qualification: transcripts showing at least 24 units in early childhood education or child development; a qualifying letter verifying comparable professional teaching experience with preschool-aged children; or an eligible Child Development Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. NCLB Highly Qualified status is also required. At least one year of early-education work as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant is preferred.

The role is performed in a typical office or classroom/school environment. Physical duties include changing positions, standing or sitting for prolonged periods, moving around or between worksites, assessing work, communicating, and repeating motions involving the wrists, hands, or fingers. The position also includes supporting students with toileting needs. Applicants must clear a Department of Justice background screening, be authorized to work in the United States, and provide current TB clearance.

The salary schedule for the 2026–27 school year is $71,000–$130,000, based on years of experience. Aspire states that it offers paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance and long-term disability, participation in a California state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.
• English Language Learner Authorization.
• NCLB Highly Qualified status.
• Meet at least one of the following early-childhood qualifications: transcripts verifying at least 24 units in early childhood education or child development; a letter on letterhead verifying preschool-aged classroom teaching experience deemed comparable to 24 units by a local educational agency; or a valid CTC Child Development Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Program Director Permit.
• Knowledge of early-childhood education philosophies and practices.
• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards, CCSS, and subject-specific frameworks.
• Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
• Ability and willingness to reflect on and improve instructional practices.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the community.
• Ability to work in a school environment.
• Computer and internet search skills.
• Clear the Department of Justice background screening.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Provide health (TB) clearance; the posting notes it is most updated every four years.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with students in early education as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant.

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of high expectations, including the shared belief that every student will attend college.
• Stay knowledgeable about current ideas, trends, methods, programs, and materials in early-childhood and preschool education.
• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program that bridges preschool and kindergarten for transitional-kindergarten children.
• Provide a safe, high-quality environment that meets young children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs.
• Instruct and support all students, including historically marginalized students, in an inclusive learning environment.
• Create lessons that provide access through a universal design for learning framework.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines.
• Assess students regularly, analyze results, and refine and differentiate instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices and share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with students and families about classroom activities and student progress.
• Engage parents and guardians as partners in students’ education.
• Manage and support student behavior using positive strategies to promote full engagement.
• Participate in professional development and work with lead teachers, support staff, the principal, and instructional coaches.
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance.
• Identify students’ unique needs and collaborate with team members to address them effectively.
• Support students with toileting needs.
• Support Aspire Public Schools’ mission, vision, and core values.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Participation in a California state retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement plan.
• Adoption assistance program.
• Competitive base salary benchmarked against local districts and charter schools.

What This Job Offers

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