Elementary Teacher

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionElementary Teacher (Full-Time)Roseville Community School | Roseville, CAProgressive • Project-Based • Whole-Child FocusedAbout Roseville Community SchoolRoseville Community School is a small, progressive learning center supporting homeschooling families through a child-centered, play-based, and inquiry-driven approach to education. We serve students in Kindergarten through 6th grade in mixed-age classrooms with small class sizes (12–14 students). Our educators nurture confident, curious, and compassionate learners through personalized learning experiences, strong relationships, and deep integration of social-emotional growth with academic learning.We teach the whole child—socially, emotionally, and academically—and are guided by values of inclusion, autonomy, creativity, and community connection.Position OverviewWe’re hiring a full-time Elementary Teacher (grades K–6, depending on experience and placement) who is passionate about progressive education and committed to project-based, student-centered learning. The ideal candidate brings curiosity, creativity, and care to the classroom, with a strong foundation in child development, social-emotional learning, and interdisciplinary instruction.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement a developmentally appropriate, engaging curriculum aligned with California Common Core and progressive learning practicesIntroduce academic content through integrated, hands-on, inquiry-based projectsBuild an inclusive, respectful classroom community grounded in emotional safety, autonomy, and collaborationDifferentiate instruction and assessments to meet the needs of diverse learnersCommunicate regularly with families through updates, conferences, and collaborative dialogueCollaborate with colleagues to co-create interdisciplinary themes and school-wide learning experiencesParticipate in staff meetings, reflection, and ongoing professional developmentSupport school events, enrichment offerings, and community initiatives as part of the faculty teamRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degreeExperience working with elementary-aged children in a classroom or learning communityUnderstanding of child development and inclusive, responsive teaching practicesFamiliarity with progressive education (e.g., Dewey, Alfie Kohn, Reggio Emilia, Bev Bos)Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skillsPreferred QualificationsCalifornia teaching credential or equivalent2+ years of lead teaching experienceExperience with project-based learning and authentic assessmentBackground in SEL frameworks such as Conscious Discipline, Responsive Classroom, or ToolboxComfort working in a mixed-age classroom or learning center settingTo ApplyPlease email the following to View email address on click.appcast.io:RésuméCover letter describing your interest in progressive education and how your approach aligns with RCSTwo professional references