Spanish Kindergarten Teacher for 2026-27
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Job Location:
San Francisco, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 45000 - 72000
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Spanish Immersion Kindergarten Teacher Terra San Francisco School
Inspire curiosity. Cultivate compassion. Reimagine education.
About Terra San Francisco School
Terra San Francisco School is a pioneering Preschool8th grade program rooted in multilingual (Spanish and Mandarin) immersion nature-based learning and the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. We are a community of educators and families committed to nurturing the personal intellectual and emotional growth of each child through innovative and inclusive teaching practices.
At TSFS teachers are the heart of our school. They lead with curiosity critical thinking and empathymodeling the same values we hope to instill in our students. Our educators honor each childs unique strengths while guiding them toward becoming self-directed learners collaborative thinkers and responsible stewards of the natural world.
What Makes Terra Unique
- Trilingual Immersion: Students learn in English Spanish and Mandarindeveloping global awareness cognitive flexibility and empathy.
- Nature-Based Learning: Each week students and teachers spend a full day outdoors guided by expert Nature Educators deepening their connection to the environment and their own sense of wonder.
- Project-Based Learning: Our curriculum is anchored in inquiry and real-world relevance. Students explore academic concepts through hands-on interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking collaboration and creative our Preschool this approach evolves into a Reggio Emilia-inspired model where young learners interests guide emergent curriculum experiences that nurture curiosity and agency.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Our curriculum progressively aligns with IB standards to foster globally minded reflective learners.
Why Work With Us
- Small Class Sizes & Low Ratios: With a student-teacher ratio of 10:1 youll have the time and space to form meaningful connections and support individual learning.
- Holistic Mission-Driven Curriculum: Join a school that integrates academic rigor with social-emotional learning creative expression and outdoor exploration.
- Diverse Inclusive Community: Over half of our teachers and students are multi-ethnic; about half of our families receive scholarships; and many have lived or worked internationally.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate: $45000-$72000 based on experience and skillset
- Health and dental insurance options
- Weekends and federal holidays off
- Opportunities for professional development including training mentorship and a pathway to International Baccalaureate (IB) certification
- Supportive mission-driven team dedicated to joyful and purposeful learning
- Clear pathways for career advancement as the program grows including roles such as Department Head and Curriculum Developer
Position Overview: Elementary Teacher
We are seeking a compassionate creative and collaborative Teacher to join our team. This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative school environment where curiosity is celebrated and each childs voice matters.
Responsibilities:
- Embody and uphold the schools mission and core values
- Plan and deliver engaging inquiry-based lessons aligned with grade-level benchmarks
- Create a warm inclusive classroom environment that supports both academic and social-emotional growth
- Collaborate closely with co-teachers specialists and administrators
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with families and colleagues
- Participate in school-wide events professional development and reflection practices
- Maintain confidentiality professionalism and a spirit of openness and respect
Qualifications
Required:
- A passion for working with children and a belief in their potential
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning
- A positive flexible attitude and a sense of humor
Preferred:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Education English Spanish or a related field
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- 27 years of relevant grade-level teaching experience
- Training in Project-Based Learning Responsive Classroom or child-led curriculum models
- Experience in differentiated instruction phonics and performance-based assessments
Join Us
If you are a passionate educator who values innovation community and nature-based learning we invite you to be part of Terra SFs growing team. Together were not just teachingwere shaping the future of education.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Communication skills
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Preschool Experience
- Teaching
- Training & Development
- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
